Je Suis Moi

“Brownin” and Blacks. Welcome to our adventurously, complicated love story 🖤⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ This was a good day! We love adventuring, trying new things and places! Birthdays weren’t big in my home growing up, but they are for him. We’ve only had the chance to spend two of four birthdays together physically in the same place. So these are extra special 🥰 ⁣•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Side note 📝 this is a tour option with @jamlifetours 😉 we aren’t encouraging travel during these times, but the reality is that it’s still being done. Might as well book with us. #LDR #booktoday‼️ #expatadventures #immigrantlife #livingabroadlife #countrylife🌾 #blacktravelfeed #blacktravelgram #birthdaycelebration #birthdayadventures #blackexpat (at Rio Grande (Jamaica)) https://www.instagram.com/p/COgfc2HA8f7/?igshid=1syha5hgsiwiv

Can we talk about the deliciousness that was @angrycrabshack yesterday? ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ I feel like I haven’t been able to experience AZ for real since COVID has been in full swing since my arrival. It’s a bit disappointing. I felt the same way about ABQ, taking on a new place as a single Mom, I just didn’t get out much. It feels like I’m missing out on the experience of living in new places and I just never know how long I’ll be there. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Oh well 🤷🏾‍♀️ here’s to safety, staying home and doing my best not to contribute to the longevity of the pandemic.⁣ ⁣ Do you move a lot? What the shortest amount of time you’ve stayed in one place? #lifemovesfast #travelinglady #QuarantineWoes #LifeReflection #stayhomesavelives #GoingWithTheFlow #lobsterrolls (at Angry Crab Shack) https://www.instagram.com/p/CIPDWwEAzMH/?igshid=19b0cyoym3y3s

One day only! Starting at midnight! All sales are 30% off!!! Use promo code “Asante”, which affectionately means, thank you in Swahili. https://www.instagram.com/p/CIFLz-6g8tq/?igshid=ufuesgxryyvx

When you go to the store with people and come out with unnecessary things 🤦🏾‍♀️ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ The rose water I did need, but the serum has been a happy surprise. My skin has been doing well. In these glorious blemish dry spells I focus on my overall skin integrity. Dark spots are the focus, and I do feel like my skin is visibly brighter having added it to my overall regimen.⁣ ⁣ What’s your holy grail skin care product? #skinproducts #skinprep #glowyskincare #skinimprovement #blemishfree https://www.instagram.com/p/CHdRS-EABWj/?igshid=3fj17l0fx92p

Back to twists for a bit. Decided to add a little razzle dazzle with the banded twists. It also saves some serious style time. That’s why the twists are much bigger than usual. I just wasn’t into it like I typically am. I can always separate and make them smaller if that changes. https://www.instagram.com/p/CHQgeaBACtW/?igshid=n0jkfp35geku

Staying connected is really difficult 😓 between the pandemic and politics there’s too much uncertainty for comfort. Hopefully this care package does a little something to boost his spirits. ⁣ ⁣ I made a card, sent a charger cord, because his always seem to be on the struggle bus. Technology is out means of connecting so can’t have devices not charged up. I added some of the snacks he always used to steal from me when he “wasn’t hungry”, “I was being greedy”, or he needed to “swiit op him mout” (sweeten up his mouth) 🤦🏾‍♀️ ⁣ ⁣ What more would you like to hear about how we’re managing the distance? ⁣ #LDR #relationships ⁣#longdistancerelationships #ourlovestory #snacktime😋 #carepackages #fiancè https://www.instagram.com/p/CGIX6qJA4XL/?igshid=1t4rajhn3l8k9

Here’s the back of the style previously posted. What do you think? I’m not quite sold, but I got interrupted mid-styling by someone’s nap ending and a call from Delicious’ Grandma and Aunt in Jamaica! ⁣ ⁣ I went in without a plan to begin with so there wasn’t much time left to experiment in the end. I had to put it up quickly and leave my me session until next time. I’ve been aiming to not style my hair, but sometimes I just need to turn on my series and a try a good style to lift my spirits. ⁣ ⁣ What do you do to step away from “Moming” for a bit? What’s your favorite self care/unwinding activity? #naturalhairmom #natural #naturalrootista #updo #twists #protectivehairstyle #kinkychicks #curlyhaired #4chaircare #4chairgrowth #naturalhairstyle #metime❤️ #thickhairstyles #thickhairdontcare #twistedupdo #voluminous #simplehair https://www.instagram.com/p/CF9pZfJA9pF/?igshid=1d9f9pli3hvob