Two Little Southern Girls

So Far Behind.

2012-02-20T22:13:00.001-05:00

Seems like I haven't posted here in FOREVER. It's not been on purpose. I've just been so busy doing...everything.. and nothing. But fret not, I have plenty of posts coming up. From hair stuff to food stuff to hanging around Savannah stuff. One day soon, I'll probably just have a blogging marathon to catch up on all the happenings. Until then.. Sandria

Turkey Legs, Brown Rice & Veggies

2012-02-03T05:51:00.000-05:00

This was actually a meal that I made, um.. a couple of weeks ago, maybe? Anywho, I don't really have exact measurements for anything. It's just something that my grandmother used to make and then my mom started to make and now I make. It's all just guesstimation. A little bit of this. A little bit of that. You know. It's so "nicely" plated on a paper plate because I was packing it as lunch for

"Forever" by James Morrison

2012-01-19T13:46:00.002-05:00

So I'm in Hollister the other day to take advantage of their 50% off end of the season sale. As I'm undressing and trying on this darling little ruffled tank top, I notice my toes a-tapping to the familiar voice of James Morrison singing an unfamiliar song. Whenever that happens, I quickly make a mental note of a lyric or two in the song so I can run straight to Google and find out what this

Curlformers.

2012-01-12T08:43:00.000-05:00

So, I'm still cleaning out space on my computer. Ran across these pictures of my hair that I absolutely love. My hair was previously straightened and I'd placed about 10 of the long and narrow Curlformers in my hair for a few hours before work using only a moisturizing lotion. I absolutely adored the soft spirals. And so did my coworkers!! These pictures were taken before I cut my hair. Hope

Just a Reminder.

2012-01-12T07:48:00.003-05:00

My computer has been stalling and crashing lately. I know it's, in part, due to the massive amount of photos and videos that I've accumulated over the last few years. So this morning, I decided to go through my files and delete the duplicate and unnecessary files that have been sitting on here forever, just clogging up space. I came across this one video that was actually shot to be included in

Looking all Festive.

2012-01-02T09:01:00.013-05:00

As promised, pics of what Marlina and I wore to her job's Christmas party.We didn't get any shots at the actual event, but we did snap a few after we returned home. Sandria:Bubble dress: Forever21White Blazer: Forever21Nude Slingbacks: Forever21Accesories:Bracelets: Charlotte Russe, ExpressWatch: New York & Co.Rings: Forever21 A couple of weeks after attending Marlina's party, I

So My Mom Broke My Camera.

2011-12-31T20:52:00.000-05:00

It wasn't on purpose though. I was home for the holidays. We were getting ready to take a family portrait. I spent about fifteen minutes or so playing with lighting, angles, and different modes on my camera to try and get the perfect shot. After a number of test shots, I'd found the perfect set up. My camera sitting on top of two gift boxes that were placed on top of an end table. Camera's in

It's Been Said That Imitation is the Sincerest Form of Flattery.

2011-12-23T20:58:00.001-05:00

image via http://flaunt.com/features/116/zo%C3%AB-saldana On my recent trip to visit my cousin Marlina, I found out that we both admire and appreciate the beauty and talent that is Ms. Zoe Saldana. You wouldn't believe my surprise when I found out that someone, another female, was as taken aback as I am with the New Jersey born, Dominican Republic raised actress and model. We were sitting in

The French Braid Revamped: Waterfall Braid

2011-12-21T12:50:00.000-05:00

Browsing around on www.pinterest.com, I came across this really neat updated version of the French braid. As of late, I've been wearing my hair in it's natural state and I don't plan to straighten it until March, but whenever I do, this is a style I would definitely like to wear. Not sure I will actually be able to do it myself... but I could try. image via www.lovemaegan.comThe tutorial for

What's for Dinner? Chicken Pot Pie

2011-12-03T12:49:00.039-05:00

Growing up, this was never one of my favorites. Could have been the fact that I was somewhat of chubby little sugar lover and the thought of a "vegetable pie" just didn't do it for me. Now that I am older and have a more "refined" palette, I can definitely appreciate the rich creamy GOODNESS that this dish offers. I recreated this dish using (almost) the exact recipe as The Moptop Maven who

This Was Supposed to Be..

2011-12-01T09:54:00.001-05:00

a joint effort between my cousin Marlina and I. To both share our experiences on life or whatever else. Up to this point, she is yet to contribute. However, I'm going to visit her next weekend to attend a Christmas party hosted by the hospital that she works for. Hopefully I'll get a few snapshots here and there of our rendezvous. Anywho, yesterday, since I was off, I'd planned to do some

Done.

2011-09-01T04:00:00.000-04:00

One year, ten months, and a week after my last relaxer, I decided to have all natural hair. I really wanted to wait until two years exactly. You know, so the numbers and the timeline would roll of the tongue a little smoother, but.. one month, three weeks, and two days short of the mark, I got the itch. Honestly. My initial reaction: I wasn't too pleased with the loss of length, but it'll

Cut It Out.

2011-08-15T12:24:00.002-04:00

As the title (so vaguely) says, I am thinking about cutting out my relaxer. Initially when starting on my hair journey, I wanted to grow my relaxed hair as long, healthy, and thick as possible. Yep. That's the look I was going for. But longer. And healthier. And thicker. Somewhere along the way, I decided to not relax my hair anymore. I didn't want to use the word "transition" or the phrase "

Sometimes..

2011-05-26T17:40:00.000-04:00

I think it would be much easier to get a relaxer and wear my hair straight everyday. Then I see a picture like this image via www.kisforkinky.com ..and I reconsider.

"In the Words (of Satan)" by The Arrows

2011-04-27T13:00:00.010-04:00

image via www.amazon.com Where have I been? I can't believe I hadn't heard this before. A back story, you ask? Sure. Sunday. Easter Sunday. Resurrection Sunday. After all the little ones skipped, pranced, hopped, ran, and crawled to the front of the church in their fresh hair cuts and bouncy pigtails to recite their "Happy Easter Day" speeches, the teens proceeded to do an

Joan.

2011-04-27T09:00:00.000-04:00

It's no secret. I change my hair quite often. And because the changes can be so drastic, it's kind of an ongoing joke at church as to who, in "Black Hollywood" I am that week. Since I started attending this church about a year and a half ago, I have been the singer/dancer Mya, the late great Aaliyah, the timeless beauty Halle Berry, the up and coming Keri Hilson, the ride or die Keyshia Cole,

Pixie and The Blue.

2011-04-12T20:56:00.001-04:00

Why blue lips? Why not blue lips?

Yahweh

2011-03-27T22:18:00.000-04:00

A couple of weeks ago, I went to see one of my church members, Mali Music, in concert. One of my favorite songs that he sings is "Yahweh". It's a simple song that reminds us that all the glory belongs to God. We can't take credit for anything. All we are, all we have, all we've accomplished, all we've done, all we've encountered, all we've avoided, all we've gained, all we've lost; in all of our

Twist and Shout!

2011-03-27T22:02:00.001-04:00

Wednesday afternoon I did another twist out using the same method that I used in this video. The next day, I just randomly decided to pull out some make up and have an impromptu photo shoot. So fun!!!

The Pixie Cut

2011-03-19T12:18:00.002-04:00

I actually made this wig about three weeks ago. Just now getting around to posting it. Hope you like!!

All for Under $100?

2011-03-19T12:09:00.001-04:00

Yes! One of my favorite past times the day after pay day is logging onto the websites of some of my favorite stores and going clearance shopping. A few sites that I frequent are Forever21, Express, Target, and Macy's. When I go to these sites, I don't shop the "New Arrivals." No, my friend. I go to the Womens, Juniors, and Petites sections and click on The Clearance Tab!! Yes! This is where the

Dancing With the Stars: Dance off the Pounds

2011-03-03T09:52:00.001-05:00

Soooo... I have to be honest. My working out fell off. I was so hyped about doing my 3 workouts in 1 week. Every week. But... I got lazy. However, I am back on. Now to your regularly scheduled programming. I picked up this "Dancing With the Stars: Dance off the Pounds" DVD. It includes the Swing, the Jive, and the Quickstep. The Swing is my favorite! Here's a little video footage of the routine

Adele 21

2011-03-03T08:43:00.001-05:00

What's on repeat? Track #1 and lead single, "Rolling in the Deep". Check out her new album >>here<<.

Yummy Lasagna

2011-03-03T07:52:00.005-05:00

This was actually a meal I prepared a couple of weeks ago. Just getting around to posting it. It was adapted from this recipe on www.allrecipes.com. The ingredients for the recipe are listed below. I tried to follow the recipe as closely as I could, but after going to three grocery stores and still not finding all the exact ingredients, I had to make a few substitutions. These are listed in

Twisted Sister.

2011-02-10T10:02:00.001-05:00

Nope. Not the heavy metal band from New York City. I'm referring to MY HAIR. This fun style was the result of my first ever twist out. I was pretty pleased with how it turned out. I wore it for three days. I'm sure it could have lasted longer but alas, it lost a battle with the rain and humidity. Check out the video for how I obtained this style >>here<< .

Bacon and Feta Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast with Potatoes Au Gratin

2011-02-10T08:59:00.001-05:00

Ingredients1/2 stick light butter, at room temperature 4 ounces feta cheese crumble 4 slices brown sugar bacon, cooked until crisp and finely chopped 2 teaspoons chopped chives 3 skinless chicken breasts ground black pepper This recipe was adapted from Claire Robinson of "5 Ingredient Fix" on the Food Network. The original recipe was for Bacon and Blue Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast but I

Yoga Meltdown with Jillian Michaels: Level 1

2011-02-02T03:33:00.001-05:00

Warrior II Last month I challenged my friend Palang to a "3 in 1". 3 workouts in 1 week, that is. I have to admit, while she's been working our for a few weeks now, I sorta kinda procrastinated a bit. My first actual workout was today. It was "Yoga Meltdown" with Jillian Michaels, the hard hitting trainer from NBC's hit show "The Biggest Loser". She's a beast. And I mean that with the utmost

All Good Things Must Come to and End.

2011-02-01T08:47:00.002-05:00

'Member that lovely bantu knot out I showed you guys in >>this post<

Friday's Flowers

2011-01-30T13:24:00.002-05:00

Friday afternoon was an exceptionally bright and sunny one for January. Since I was off, I decided to take a stroll downtown to visit some of the shops on Broughton Street. Flower print top- Forever21Skinny jeans- Forever21Plum Mary Jane Wedges- www.gojane.comNavy wristlet/clutch- Coach

Sometimes I Come Up With a Winner!

2011-01-30T13:09:00.003-05:00

Thursday morning I set my hair in 11 medium sized bantu knots to create curls without using any heat. The ending result was this wonderful curly fro. I loved it! Check out my video >>here<< to see how it was done.

First Things First...

2011-01-22T05:55:00.028-05:00

I sort of have an obsession. Obsession? Well, maybe that's too strong of a word. Let's just say, I have a heightened interest in my hair. Yeah. I like that. And since this is something that I could go on and on about, I will try my best to keep it short. It started almost two years ago. June 4th, 2009. I was fed up with the short, brittle, uneven, dry, always breaking hair that was growing

And so it begins..

2011-01-01T00:00:00.004-05:00

Sandria: So... I'm thinking I want us to start a blog. Marlina: That sounds like a good idea. Sandria: I'd like us to start it January 1st, 2011. Start a new blog in the new year. Just seems fitting. Marlina : I'm with you. Sandria: We gotta come up with a cool/cute/catchy name to call it. Marlina: Sandria: As plain as this is, I think it adequately sums us up. Two Little Southern