Lupita Nyong'o Wins

Last night was the Oscars, and of course, I was already preoccupied with studying.

But I heard Lupita won an award for Best Supporting Actress for her feature in 12 Years A Slave.

She's such an inspiration; everyone's proud of her and all she's accomplished in such little time!

Lupita Ngong'o on the red carpet

I'm taking a break just to congratulate this darling.

Oh did I mention her fashion game is siiiiiick!! Yes, she kills it every time!

Let me add that her emotional speech left most people teary-eyed. She also got a standing ovation upon receiving the award. Part of the award speech goes:

"Thank you to the academy for this incredible recognition. It doesn't escape me for one moment that so much joy in my life is thanks to so much pain in someone else's," referring to Patsey (acted by Lupita), the tortured slave in Steve McQueen's movie.

"When I look down at this golden statue, may it remind me and every little child that no matter where you're from, your dreams are valid", she said.

Kevin Winter/Getty Images

I first became a fan of Lupita's when she played the role of Ayira in MTV Base's first Shuga series shot in Nairobi, Kenya. 
Watch the first episode:

I want to keep talking about this Kenyan beau, but time will not permit. 

Please Google her if you don't know who she is!! You'll be happy you did :)

Happy Monday, and have an awesome week.

xxxo

Happy New Month!

It's the first day of March and spring break is coming up. I can't wait to get this much needed break!!!

I've been missing out on a lot: blogs, TV, movies, music, outing, etc :( School work has been moving too fast!

But anyway, I'll be sure to share some photos of my break in two weeks.

The day it was strangely warm :)

With a friend at an African event

Got featured on one of my favorite Nigerian blogs, Bella Naija

Enjoy the rest of your weekend.

xxxo

What's happening?

Let me start by saying: I'M ALMOST THROUGH!

Through with nursing school, that is.

I'm in my final stages of being a nursing undergrad. And every moment since Monday (the beginning of Spring semester) has been exciting but a bit challenging because I'm currently enrolled in Critical Care class and our first quiz was yesterday and the first exam is next week! This course is going to run for 8 weeks, so it's very fast paced! But it only means graduation will be coming around soon. Right? Right.

Clinical officially starts next week...it's going to be a whole new experience for me, so I'm anxious. I'll be on a high risk telemetry unit with lots of cardiac and renal patients; it'll be lots of labs, meds, skills, and overall care, but I'll be proficient with time.

Anyway, let me not bore you any further. 

I'll most likely not blog till spring break because I have a lot going on with class work, hospital assignments and work!

I've also created this "Career" segment for my nursing students who want to know all that nursing school entails. I'll make posts when necessary. It'll be a beautiful experience! And to those of you waiting to get your acceptance letter(s), I wish you all the best! Throw a party, OK? You deserve it :)

See you on my next post.

xxxo

Happy New Year!!!

2013 was a great year for me in that I accomplished set goals, learned a lot, and delved more in finding my calling, and I am so excited for 2014 for so many reasons, some of which I will disclose as they manifest.

Here are a few things I have to say though:

• Let your hearts be filled with love. Love one another; cherish every moment. Don't wish evil for anyone, even your worst enemy. 

• Set realistic goals and be driven! If you fail, stand up tall and work even harder! Don't let anyone's success be the reason for your downfall- everyone succeeds at their own pace, so don't compare your life to theirs. Always appreciate the things you have and don't splurge unnecessarily because you must fit in.

• Letting go of an old friend does not necessarily mean you're holding grudges. If you feel that friend isn't making life any better, or is adding to your misery, please let them go. You don't need extra distractions (from them). Choose your friends wisely; the ones who have your best interest at heart. Don't be that person who acknowledges their "friend" so much, but yet gets bad-mouthed. Find an escape route, please.

• Pray. Prayer they say is the key. Pray to whatever you believe in...even if you don't pray, meditate. Do what makes you relax--if it's yoga, working out, acupuncture, etc, do it! You will find peace within yourself.

• Whatever anyone think of you is none of your business. People will always talk and have opinions. They will fish out your flaws and gossip endlessly about you. It is your duty to block all negativity, and this is where selective hearing comes in. You are your own person, and only you know what you've been through. If you're the type that let opinions get you to, please let that go with 2013. You've got greatness to achieve.

Having said all that, I pray that this new year will be better than the previous- more blessings, joy, love, peace, fulfillment, progressions and a lot more! 

May all our heart desires come to pass. Amen.

Have a blessed 2014.

xxxo

All Black

On a cold winter night, I attended a Christmas party in Chicago- an "All Black" event.

Pardon the picture quality...it was expected due to the nature of the venue.

With my friend, Meme

Crop top- Express (Here), Skirt- T.J. Maxx (Alternative Here), Shoes- Mall (Alternative Here), Jewelry- ASOS

2014 is right around the corner, and I reflect on my life; my journey through 2013. If I decide to tell it all, I'd be writing a book. However, I am eternally grateful and I look forward to the coming year!

I hope this year has been good to you as it has been to me.

xxxo

Compliments of the Season!

Christ is the reason for the season...

Merry Christmas!!!

Be merry! Enjoy your time with family and loved ones during this celebration.

Happy holidays.

xxxo

"A" For Effort

The semester is over!!

Grades just came in and I am ecstatic!!! I couldn't be happier.

OK, this would be the second and last time that I would talk about a course grade...but I just wanted to fill you in on the 2nd 8 weeks for community health as stated here.

Fortunately, Community health wasn't as challenging as Psych, but it was demanding. From clinical projects (visitations, filming, scripting, etc) to classroom duties (exams, projects, presentation...), it almost became overwhelming! However, I continued to dedicate my time to all of that, hence my absence on the blog. 

My plans for the break: apply for career jobs, call up hospitals for my final senior project and begin studying for my Exit HESI. Phew!

I hope to accomplish them all.

xxxo