#fabulouslyfierce

This weekend, with carry-on, oversized nude handbag, and make-up kit in tow, I, Nakiella, boarded an American Airlines flight to Georgia.  It’s not my first time going to the Peach State, but this time was different.  I was going as a single adult with my eyes on the prize, and a new diet plan embedded in my brain.  I knew that visiting my childhood bestie would mean “Food, Fun, and Laughter.”   Indulgence was an understatement.  I sampled sweet, maple syrup doused pancakes;  crunched the crispy skin of fried chicken breast, while moaning with delight as juices flowed from the tender, white meat; and sipped fruity cocktails of blue curacao and rum (the lime and cherry garnishes DO count as a fruit serving, right?).  You know what, though?  I felt guilt-free the whole time!  One major thing I have learned as food lover who is trying to lose weight is that you can’t shun all of the foods you love.  Also, I made sure I countered the fattening delights by drinking tons of water, subbing whole wheat bread for its bleached-white cousin, and keeping up with my daily walks.  My walks were much more strenuous in Georgia, as well, as the typical Bronx hills I’m used to were a joke compared to the mountainous terrain in Snellville.  I would return to the house looking like I got drenched in a deluge after those walks, and I loved it! One thing I had to do was check out the nightlife in GA.  I’m not really a party girl like I used to be, but I definitely enjoy a refreshing cocktail and some good tunes.  It’s always been fun for me to get ready with my bestie.  We throw on the tunes, some sex-kitten heels, and of course we “beat our faces” with hot-red lipsticks and bronze eyeshadows.  We ended up going to a spot that had a Dancehall and Reggae night and, being Jamaican, our standards were set high.  The club we went to is called Club 426, located at 5469 Memorial Drive in Stone Mountain, GA.  The drinks? On point.  The music? Dead on.  The men?  Eh...  We realized when we arrived that it was an 18+ club.  We still had a good time, but it was hard to not feel like a grandma when half the guys in the club couldn’t even purchase drinks.  Highlight?  There were two strippers on hand who gladly clapped their booties for some ones.   I had an incredible time in GA, even though I missed the other half of this Fabulously Fierce Duo.  Here are some must-do’s if you happen to be in the Snellville/Atlanta area.

Get out and walk/jog/run!  Even if you have a gym membership to a national fitness center, I would suggest doing some outdoor cardio.  The terrain is perfect for a challenging workout.

Visit the Yellow River Game Ranch located at 4525 U.S. 78  Lilburn, GA 30047.  Not only is it a nice leisurely stroll, you get to be hands on with the animals and there’s even free-roaming deer who love eating carrots from your hand!

Check out the Nightlife!  No, I didn’t meet anyone worth mentioning on my trip, but how can you possibly meet a new guy if you don’t get out?  Plus, I know I burned some calories with my dancing.

Hello World, 

We are two women who are currently struggling with weight as well as dating in NYC. After many failed dates, and attempts to lose weight individually, we figured why not join forces. We can help motive each other to become healthier versions of ourselves, as well as share tips, tricks, and advice on dating in general. 

First off, allow me to introduce myself.  My name is Nakiella, and I am 27 years-young.  I studied English Lit at SUNY Plattsburgh, and obviously, have a passion for writing.  My friends would describe me as a hilarious, generous, Leo with a palette for all things delicious.  I like my food like I like my men, hot and spicy ;) (I mean, what would you expect from a Fire sign?)  I have been single for almost two years and am currently weighing in at a whopping 199lbs.  (I must state, however, that I have been making healthier eating choices and walking daily for about 3 weeks now, and my original starting weight was 207lbs.)  My goal at the end of this journey?  To be a healthy Nakiella in an even healthier relationship.

The other voice of this blog is my good friend Tiffany. She is 25 years old and has an Advertising Marketing Communications degree from FIT. -- Hi [waving frantically], let me bring you into my world ^_^. (Clearly I'm the creative one, hehe) I currently live in Harlem with my two spunky pups; Cali & Apache. I've been single for about two years as well, shortly after moving back from California. I like to consider myself a foodie with an eclectic taste in music. I love spontaneous moments and have an affinity for travel. Ultimately, my goal is to lose a few extra pounds and find the elusive “good man” in NYC.  

We met at work, where Tiffany was in charge of training me.  We quickly realized that we shared much in common. Our main objective is to be healthy.  We also are working on the hypothesis that weight-loss will help in the dating world.  

Look forward to:

- Weekly Healthy Weigh-ins

- Gym and Fitness Updates

- Restaurant and Recipe Reviews

- Events and Venues, Nightlife and Beyond

- Excursions and Adventures

- Local Business Features

- Eye Candy 

- Dating Triumphs and Failures

Hope you enjoy our many journeys, as we look forward to sharing them with you.

Fabulously Fierce<3,