Nike & Goutte d'Or

Probably the best commercial I've ever seen. Ever.

YUNA

It's kind of a funny story how I came across discovering musical talent Yuna. A couple months ago I saved the picture below off of tumblr and had been curious about who this person was, wondering if she had a blog of some sort, as the outfit she was wearing had my name written all over it. I needed to know who designed the scarf and bag and wanted a tutorial on the head wrap. I later found out the bag was Alexander Wang but couldn't find any other information about the outfit. A couple months later I came across Yuna's  stunning album cover advertised on the side of a bus and immediately recognized the face I had saved a couple months prior.  As I iTuned her music I was pleasanly surprised by the soulful, sweet melodies that floated out my computer stereo. I will definitley be on the lookout for a live show, hopefully she will be performing in Philly sometime in the near future. 

My favorite tracks are "Lullabies", "Remember My Name,"and "Live Your Life."

Take a listen here.

Egyptian Inspirations in San Jose

A visit to the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum & Planetarium with my mother last saturday left me completely inpired and in awe! Located in San Jose, California, the museum and landscape is "architecturally inspired by the Temple of Amon at Karnak, [and] houses the largest collection of Egyptian artifacts on exhibit in western North America," per their website.  I literally felt like I was transported to the ancient land for a couple hours, as I was surrounded by elegant columns, authentic mummies and egyptian artifacts, sphinxes, walls lined with hyroglyphics and majestic gardens.  The museum and planetarium was a total photography haven and I could barely contain myelf as I incessantly snapped pictures with my nikon and instagrammed away on my Iphone. 

Can't wait to go back someday!!!

Muse Potential

No matter what I'm up to, I'm always subconsciously on the lookout for my next Bisoux muse or street style capture. I couldn't help but stop mid-transaction at Urban Outfitters to take a picture of the checkout girl! (I'm kicking myself for forgetting her name). What striking features! I'm also digging her unique, care free sense of style. I will definetly be keeping her on my radar! 

PS-I went to San Jose over the weekend, what fun! Photo diary coming soon.

LUV, A Must See!

I went to go see the much anticipated independant film LUV yesterday; a story of a boy, Woody (newcomer Michael Rainey Jr)  living with his grandmother in the Baltimore suburbs whose life takes a dramatic turn when his Uncle Vincent (Common), an ex-convict who is trying to get his life together, takes him under his wing for a day. It all starts off well as Vincent gives him pointers on how to dress, get girls, and make legitimate business transactions; although the day takes a turn for the worse as Vincent's past catches up with him. The story unfolds as Vincent, a loving but misguided mentor,  continues to impose on Woody his corrupt view of what it takes to be a man. 

The Daniel Fast

Fresh, raw juices from The Juice Room

Happy (read: belated) 2013!!! I wanted to share with you all something I've been led to do for the past two years in an attempt to get the new year started off on the good foot: The Daniel's Fast. This is the best way, for me, to make sure I'm starting 2013 off spiritually centered, attain mental clarity, and keep focused on the tasks I feel led pursue. 

The purpose of the Daniel Fast  is to create an environment in my mind, my heart, my spirit,
 and  personal space,  in which I am able to focus soley on seeking pleasure through my relationship with Christ; which in turn makes me more apt to hearing from nothing but Him, while other, less "Godly" (if you will) temptations are completely eliminated; so that I have nothing else to "fall back on" if I lose focus. There are many reasons why someone would want to embark on this three week fast, but for the sake of the length (and your attention) of this post, I will be focusing on why the diet aspect of The Daniel Fast is especially beneficial. 

avocado rolls with brown rice

Solange In The House

Went to see Solange in concert a couple weeks ago at Union Transfer here in Philly and was pleasantly suprised at her talent as a vocalist and performer! Her stage presence compliments her whole vibe, care-free and fun, and I couldnt help but giggle when she would spontaneously bust a move mid song. Definetly a must see! 

Also, if you havent heard her new album True you are missing out in life. Get back on that good foot via iTunes or Spotify!

By the way, sorry for the blurry picture quality, took these on my iPhone via Instagram, you can follow me here.

In other news, I'm starting the Daniel's fast tomorrow, which means no meat, dairy, wheat or processed food for the next 21 days! Ahhh! Pray for me, I'll be posting details on that soon.

HAPPY 2013!!!!!!