her insecurities.

School has started and I need to begin my gym regimen. I’ll be working out 4 times a week. Here are my starting measurements taken on September 20th 2015 at 11:40pm in inches (my goals are in the brackets):

Weight (145) = 175.2 Bust (38) = 39.4 Under Bust (28) = 31 Natural Waist (26) = 32 Belly Button (30) = 35.5 Above Hips (32) = 37 Hips (42) = 42 Thighs (24) = 25.8 [right side] Calves (14) = 16.4 [right side] Wrist (6) = 6.5 [left side] Bicep (10) = 12.5 [left side] Neck (12) = 13.5

Body Fat (20-23%) = 24.3%

BMI (24) = 29.1

Summer is officially over and here is an update. Anything strikedthrough is what I accomplished:

Lose 15 lbs [currently: 176lbs]

Buy Make Up Basics [Liquid Foundation/BB Cream [TruBlend], Blush/Bronzer, Cream Blush, Neutral Eye-shadow Palette, Mascara, Eyeliner, Brush Set]

Paint my room [Light Grey]

Buy a pair of Nike Air Max Thea and Roshe

Buy a new desk

Create 6 more word art for frame collage

Save $1000

Get an A this semester [a B is good enough :)]

Buy a mail organizer for the house [HELMER from IKEA]

Under-bed Lighting [DIODER from IKEA]

3 Shelving units [KALLAX from IKEA] +casters

Desk [KALLAX Combo or MICKE from IKEA]

Computer Chair

Lose 15 lbs [currently: 176lbs]

Buy Make Up Basics [Liquid Foundation/BB Cream [TruBlend], Blush/Bronzer, Cream Blush, Neutral Eye-shadow Palette, Mascara, Eyeliner, Brush Set]

Paint my room [Light Grey]

Buy a pair of Nike Air Max Thea and Roshe

Buy a new desk

Create 6 more word art for frame collage

Save $1000

Get an A this semester

So I never came back to let you guys know which goals I accomplished in the 2014 year. So here's the list and the ones crossed out, I did!

Get my mid-back length [14-17 inches] length when straight [currently: shoulder blade length/9-12 inches]

Weigh 135 lbs/lose 25 lbs [gained weight :(]

Get an A this semester

Meet 3 of my body goals (includes: weight, waist, and thighs) [currently: click here]

Read 3 books [almost did, finished 2.5/3]

Accessorize my room [book shelf, word art, pictures, lights]

Finish a rubic cube [didn't even attempt]

Take 18 inspirational photos [took 12]

Buy a new laptop

Stay Positive

This a well overdue review. I wore the Empress wig for 6 weeks. 

Wig Specs:

Brand: Sensationnel  Name: Straight Colour: T1B/30 Type: Synthetic Lace Front Price: originally $39.99 [approximately in CAD] ($29.95 USD at divatress.com) Attachments: 3 combs [one in the back and two on the sides], adjustable straps in the back

*I had my hair cornrowed underneath and didn’t use a wig cap. I also didn’t have it sewn in. I left it on for about 2-3 days then let my hair breathe the days I wasn’t leaving the house.

Review:

I loveeeeeee this colour! Definitely my favourite. I worn this girl as much as I could. It feels like nothing is on your head. Super conformable. The length is great, my dream length for my natural hair. I will def wear her again. It looked realistic, looked like healthy hair [decent shine] The density was a bit on the thin side but still realistic. Wore it on the side for a side part as usual. Loved it. There aren't any ear flaps so it's very comfortable which every way you wear it.

My biggest problem is, again, that its sheds a lot! This shed worst than the Laymie. It shed so much that the back started to show tracks. Once again, hair all over my room and car. It also started to tangle the last two weeks.

Overall: I love it, it's great for a night out because of the colour but still subtle to wear daily. I'm purchasing this wig again in the summer in black and maybe a red ombre.

This is my just under 3 week review on the Model Model Laymie Wig.

Wig Specs:

Brand: Model Model

Name: Laymie

Colour: OM203

Type: Synthetic Lace Front

Price: originally $59.99 but got it half off.

Attachments: 3 combs [one in the back and two on the sides], adjustable straps in the back

*I had my hair cornrowed underneath and didn't use a wig cap. I also didn't have it sewn in. I left it on for about 2-3 days then let my hair breathe the days I wasn't leaving the house.

Review:

I love the colour! It's a workable length; great medium length. I love the layers and the banged layers at the front. I was mostly impressed by how real it looked for being synthetic. It was comfortable for the most part. It felt very secure. It was a decent density, not too much hair but not very thin. It also had some short hairs in the back, which allowed for some realistic ponytail action.

My biggest problem is that its sheds a lot! There wasn't a time when I used a Denmon brush that less than 5 strands came out. Even running my hand through it during the day took out a good 3-5 strands each time. I have hair in my room, in my car, everywhere. Biggest downfall. Also the straps in the back got loose very quickly, after wearing it for about 3-4 days. The comfort level was 50/50. I wore the wig to the side for a side part, so the lace was kind of awkwardly sitting behind my ear. It would rub my ear and was itchy. I'm sure it I wore it with a middle part, I wouldn't have had that problem.

Overall: I love it, it's definitely a go-to every day wig. The colour also makes it cute for every day and not plain. I would purchase another Model Model wig from the Deep Invisible Part line.

So I know I've been gone for waaaaaaay too long, but I'm on my 2015 ish and trying to get my ish back together.

This year's journeys include weight loss, hair growth and personal accomplishment! YAAAAY!

Weight Loss: I'll be doing the MateFit 14 Day Detox very soon [in about 2 weeks]. I'll also be using Gel-V, which is a weight loss gel. I'll do reviews on both. I also joined a project on DietBet where you bet $25 on yourself to lose 4% of your body weight. Winners split the pool, which is already at $13,000! Message me with your name and email for an invitation. I'll be going to the gym 3-4 times a week.The schedule for now:

Tuesday - Cardio/Abs/Inner Thighs [30-60 minutes]

Wednesday - Cardio/Upper and Lower [30-60 minutes cardio; 60-120 minutes weight training]

Thursday - Cardio/Waist/Booty [30-60 minutes]

Friday - Cardio/Upper and Lower [30-60 minutes cardio; 60-120 minutes weight training]

Hair Growth: My newest hair protection strategy is WIGS! I bought one and I love the ease of leaving in the morning. I'll be wearing a wig at least 3 weeks per month. I'll also jump back on the inversion method. I'll be reviewing the wigs and updating on my length.

Personal Accomplishments: I've been struggling with anxiety and self esteem issues and I'm tired of it quite frankly. Along with my hair and weight, I'll be doing some other things to boost myself. This will include [but not limited to]:

Going with my instinct

Expressing my feelings

The rebirth of my writing

Going with the flow

Less over-thinking

Thanking God everyday for something

Defining myself

Less worrying

Changing my surroundings for the better

Less rushing

The list goes on! I don't have any particular strategies, I'll just be taking it one day at a time [see, less rushing :)].

So I gave in on the straightening lol. But I went 5 months which is a record. I did a little trim and have completed 2 inversions so far [been slacking on that]. Here are my 4 month measurements [year end goal is in italics] [beginning - 4 months]:

Back [15]: 10 inches - 11.8 Inches

Side [17]: 12 inches - 13 inches

Bangs [14]: 9 inches - 12.2 inches

Middle [16]: 11 inches - 12 inches

Get my mid-back length [14-17 inches] length when straight [currently: shoulder blade length/9-12 inches]

Weigh 135 lbs/lose 25 lbs [currently: 160 lbs]

Get an A this semester

Meet 3 of my body goals (includes: weight, waist, and thighs) [currently: click here]

Read 3 books [currently: 0.5 out of 3]

Accessorize my room [book shelf, word art, pictures, lights]

Finish a rubic cube

Take 18 inspirational photos

Buy a new laptop

Weight - 135 lbs [current: 160]

Bust - 36 inches [current: 38]

Under Bust - 28 inches [current: 29]

Waist - 26 inches [current: 28.5]

Waist at Belly Button - 28 inches [current: 32]

Hips - 41 inches [current: 40]

Thighs - 21 inches [current: 25]

Calves - 14 inches [current: 15.5]

Upper Arms - 10 inches [current: 11]

Forearms - 9 inches [current: 10]

Neck - 11 inches [current: 13]

Body Fat (%) - 23% [current: 26.18]

So currently I'm focusing on my hair and weight journey. As of right now, I'm doing the inversion method in hopes of growing an inch a month (Y). I'll keep you posted. I'm also hoping to meet my weight goals by summer. This semester should be more successful because I'll be taking Belly Dancing, Boxing and Yoga in conjunction with my workouts.