What do you say...?

Death does something really strange to me. I know that we all grieve and mourn differently. When those moments have occurred in my life, I choose solitude over the comfort of being around others. I'd rather not discuss what has happened, but reflect inwardly on their life and our times together. It works best for me. However, when the death occurs in the family of someone you love dearly, I have no idea what to do. Do you call, visit, send flowers or what? My friends father passed and I must admit, I hurt for her more than I've hurt for anyone in awhile.  She no longer has either one of her parents with her. How must that feel? I'm blessed that both of my parents are still with me today. I can call, visit and even send them flowers. I've been told that the loss of a parent is something that only those who've experienced it can explain. Or rather not explain. 

Because I'm at a loss for words, I found this quote from a site that has zillions of poems for all occasions. I pray for peace and comfort for anyone who has lost a parent. No matter the reason or cause; their is now a void where their was once life and that alone is reason for God's intervention.

"A death in the family leaves a void that cannot be filled. No one can ever take the place of this individual in the world. We should not try to comfort the family by saying that "it was his time anyway", or, "he was suffering". These may be words of comfort later. However, there must be time to mourn the fact that things will never be the same. One minute he was here and now he is gone. The human mind must be allowed to sit with this reality. Mourning is a necessary part of the human experience. If it is ignored, a general feeling of sadness may pervade the whole family."

Source: Poems about Death and Family www.FamilyFriendPoems.com 

COMFORT
2 Cor. 1:3-5

Surrounded by friends
yet all alone
the one I loved
God has called home

the hugs of friends
helps ease the pain
and I know my loss
is my loved one's gain

but tears now flow
across my face
as I long for just
one more embrace

then comfort comes
and I see Christ's face
He hugs my loved one
and I feel God's grace.

P.O.S.H'ture Ministry: Sit up straight!

So, I've added the word soul and "'ture" to my acronym P.O.S.H. I did this because as I was "googling" around on the internet, I've come to find that there are a lot of POSH entities.  And although its a name that can not be "taken" by one particular party, I chose to change or add to mines.
I like P.O.S.H'ture though because it keeps me focus on the actual reason that I began all of this in the first place.  The acronym stands for Positioned and Ordered Steps by Him. God has specifically ordered our steps and although we may stray often He's granted us the grace to re-P.O.S.H'ture ourselves to get back on track. Isn't that awesome!
Sometimes you find yourself slumped over while seated at home or even while driving.  And although you're very uncomfortable in this slumped position it takes you a moment to realize that if you'd only reposture yourself that you would be much more comfortable and feel much better. Our backs hurt, neck is in pain when all we needed to do was sit up straight!
Well as it is in the natural, so it is in the spirit.  We are uncomfortable with the sin that we are living in. We're uncomfortable with the awful choices we've made.  And God is saying, re-P.O.S.H'ture yourself and get back on the right track.  It's as simple as that.
He is a God who has made available to us the opportunity to live a life full of promise and prosperity. Posh is defined as living luxurious; a state of quality; of living a blessed life!
Re-P.O.S.H'ture yourself today, get back on track and watch how much more comfortable living a Christian life can be. It's as easy as sitting straight in a chair...

Love the skirt you're in!

  I came across some very nice long/maxi skirts while scouring the magazine pages.  I own maybe three and I'm so ready to purchase a few more. During the winter season the length can really come in handy. They can be paired with boots, wedges, and even a pair of loafers/ flats.

Although I'm considered average height, at 5'8" sometimes I feel like I'm a tower! And long skirts make me feel more comfy in my skin sometimes. Any pair of pants, dress or skirt that touches the ground makes me smile :) Maybe it's the way they hang, or how the skirt billows in the wind. But nothing is more fashionably comfortable to me than a long, very long, Maxi skirt. At How To Wear Maxi Skirts, have several tips on some great looks in the Maxi skirt fashion world. Their you'll find pointers on shopping for them and different looks. And like I always say, it's in your closet!
Let me know what you think!
Live a P.O.S.H Life!
Sheila

P.O.S.H'ture Ministry: Something about that name Jesus!

The last few weeks have been... well, interesting. School is creeping along. At times I feel as if I'm not going to make it.  It's not that it's hard, it's just that my mind and focus are on so many other things. But I keep pressing on, because I know that'll I'll be closer to the finish line than when I started.
Personally I've been in a place of "meditation" for lack of a better word. It's strange how even in your 40's you are still figuring out this thing called life. When does it end? I guess, never. Everyday I learn more and more about myself that I thought I already knew.
The one thing that has remained constant in my life is the fact that I know I can call on the name of Jesus. If moma didn't teach me anything else, she taught me that theirs no name above the name of Jesus. He is ALWAYS there, He never leaves us. No matter how old I get I know that if I can just get out a whisper of His name He hears me. There's soooo much power in just His name alone! Even when I can't mumble out a prayer, just the sound of His name brings me peace.
That one constant has kept my mind at peace throughout this portion of my journey. I hesitate in thinking of a new shift that I see up the road and that is approaching quickly.  I'm excited, nervous, apprehensive and all the emotions you can imagine all rolled up in one.  But I know that no matter what, God is with me and He is at the wheel.
When you're in that spot of not knowing what to do or where to go, remember to just whisper His name. When you're drowning your pillow in tears, and your eyes are swollen from crying, whisper His name. Sometimes decisions need to be made quickly and with the confusion going on you can't possibly consider the choices before you; we can whisper His name and watch how He works it out! JESUS!!!!!!!!

Watch Shirley Caesar's video above as she sings "Jesus, I love Calling your name!"
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RePost Mondays....

My Go To look... Luv it!

I'll call today a day full of "RePost". I've scoured a few sights like Glamour, and H&M to find some hot new looks for going into the fall. You've probably already noticed that pretty much ANYTHING GOES, in the Fall 2012 season.  So, swing back the closet door (and your grandparents closet door) and have at it! Mix and match colors, textures, patterns and even seasons to find what feels comfortable for you. Here's some of my latest finds.  Retro purses, long flowing dresses, seasonal combinations.  And did you notice how all looks still keep you looking classy, sassy, and in style while maintaining a look of a woman who knows who she is in God? Living P.O.S.H fashionably is very attainable... finally. :)

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I am Crazy about the length of these dresses...

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mix the seasons, spring with fall and a punch of color with summer heels

Bright colors

I believe in white after Labor day! Love this chic bag! Roomy <3

Retro, color blocked purses look great with any look. Casual or dressy.

Long, sleek dresses in a solid color can take you from day to night... dress this look up with some blingy heels and bag.

Casual, Classy and Comfy... 3C's

Living P.O.S.H: Jacksonville Beach

I spent the weekend with a cousin of mines that  I have never had the  opportunity to hang out with, EVER! He escorted me around the great city of Jacksonville, and I had a blast.

I enjoyed listening to him discuss the way men think and giving me his opinions and views on life.  But the best part ever was our stroll at Jax Beach... I love the water! The waves. The sounds. The smell! We sat in a nice spot on the beach and just enjoyed watching the surfers surf.

Afterwards we got a bite to eat at Joe's Crab shack. Delicious!
Sitting on the beach, and watching God's hand at work is so humbling. I can't understand how "man" can not conceive that their is a God out there who could orchestrate such an awesome display of movement on the waters. The waves were so beautiful and peaceful. It was just a great day hanging at the beach.

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I believe in Christianity as I believe that the Sun has risen: not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else.~ C.S Lewis

During one of my opportunities to speak to a group at a local church, I made a joke about how my mom is Jesus' little sister.  Although I said it in a joking manner, I said it in reference to the fact that I've never known my mother not to profess her love for Jesus Christ and her non-wavering faith in God. She has always made it known that she was a Christian. And because I accepted Jesus Christ as my Savior at a very young age I am blessed to say I've experienced nothing but Christianity. 

My faith is not one layer, it is layer upon layer of building on a solid foundation that started as a child.  I remember in my elementary age years going to church almost daily and experiencing the "presence" of God. Not knowing exactly what it was at the time, I did know that it was a great presence in the room every time we would sing and praise His name and it felt good.  It made you happy even when things in our every day lives were not-so-good. The older people definitely made that clear in the prayers that would go forth on behalf of their bills, mortgages, and food shortages! But, we would still cry "happy tears" of joy, knowing that God would take care of it. 

During these formative years of my life, I learned that God created everything; the sun, the moons and the stars, and I never once questioned it. I never considered that He was not the creator of all that we have, including the creator of me!

Our relationship with God has to begin in our unwavering belief that He created us and set us in the midst of His creation.  This first belief will leave no room for another god to enter in.  Building on that solid belief allows us to see Him in everything.  When things are good and when they are bad, we'll know that He is there somewhere taking care of it all. The bible clearly says that He is mindful of us! He is all we need to look to for answers to any question we have. And professing our Christianity acknowledges our appreciation of Him and shows we are proud to be connected! We serve an awesome God, let's tell the world about it!

Psalms 8

O Lord, our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth! who hast set thy glory above the heavens.

Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings hast thou ordained strength because of thine enemies, that thou mightest still the enemy and the avenger.

When I consider thy heavens, the work of thy fingers, the moon and the stars, which thou hast ordained;

What is man, that thou art mindful of him? and the son of man, that thou visitest him?

For thou hast made him a little lower than the angels, and hast crowned him with glory and honour.

Thou madest him to have dominion over the works of thy hands; thou hast put all things under his feet:

All sheep and oxen, yea, and the beasts of the field;

The fowl of the air, and the fish of the sea, and whatsoever passeth through the paths of the seas.

O Lord our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth!

Living a P.O.S.H Life!

Sheila

Living P.O.S.H: Cocoa Beach

I wrote my name in the sand! 

I had a wonderful Sunday! We drove down to Cocoa Beach and hung out on the beach for hours. The weather was perfect and the water was not too cold. It was my first real experience at a beach on the ocean. An experience I can now cross off my bucket list. I didn't really realize I was on the Atlantic Ocean until it was brought to my attention! The Atlantic Ocean?!?!?! Wow! Some of you may be thinking, "she's never been to the ocean?". And my answer would still be the same, "No, but I have now!"  There are so many things I haven't experienced that I know I one day will.  And just because others have experienced them a million times over doesn't mean I'm going to diminish my experience.  I was EXCITED and I still am! To sit on the beach and look as far out as my eyes could see and still see no land in sight was a great feeling. I've been on cruise ships and experienced that, but it was different on land.  

Disney Cruise ship floating by...

Every so often, a cruise ship leaving the port would come by and it's huge massive size would make me wonder, just how does the boat stay afloat? First their was Carnival, Disney and then Royal Caribbean Cruise lines.

Later that evening, another special treat to my day.  I was able to watch NASA send a rocket into space! Cape Canaveral sits right on this ocean and as luck would have it, I was in the right place at the right time! To see a rocket being launched was earth shuddering (literally) and I can now add that to my list and then check it off! Lol!

It was a wonderful Sunday, a beautiful day and I enjoyed every minute of it. It was like I was on a mini one day vacation.  Relaxing in perfect weather with good company.  Times like these make you reflect on what's important in life. I caught myself thinking on my anxieties, my issues, my decisions, to do list etc., and decided that for just one day, not one of those things were important. I allowed myself to sit back and relax and embrace the moment by playing in the sand, feeding the birds and watching the ships sail by. I'll deal with life another time... like tomorrow. :)
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A perfect day!

P.O.S.H Fashion: Leggings for Fall

The autumn season marks the transition from summer into winter. The season is approaching and with the new fresh change in the weather and the seasonal colors that appear on the trees, in the grass, and just all over, we need a fresh addition to the closet to vamp up things and warm them up. An easy and fun addition is to add leggings or tights to your wardrobe. From printed pairs to sexy, suede and faux leather options, these pants are the perfect layer to pair with boots and button-downs during the day and — if you want to push the fashion envelope — to put under a dress or skirt.  They look great with a pair of pumps, wedges and even stilletos. The options are endless. What's even better, you can still wear many of your summer outfits in the cooler weather just by adding leggings and a boyfriend jacket, sweater or scarf, or all of them! The options or endless.

If you don't have any leggings from last season they are easy to find at almost any store and at all prices! I've found them as low as $5.99 and as high as $49.00. Now me, personally, don't think you should invest in the higher end as they are just a staple to the clothing that you already have. And even at the lower end, you can find some that are of great quality material.  But of course, its all up to you.  The pair that I have pictured below are from Nordstrom, Kohl's and Target. I bet you can't pick which pairs are from which retailer?

Click here for a video on how to update your leggings look >>> DailyMotion: How to update your leggings

       





                 

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P.O.S.H Beauty

Ladies, Ladies, Ladies!

So today was an awesome day to be alive!
I had an opportunity to service a few brides today for their trial makeup run.  Seeing how I love doing makeup and hair I'm always searching new products and little tips along the way,  So, today I decided to share a few.

These are some of my fav products.  They are considered "affordable" but comparable to some higher end products.  Even in the professional MUA field, these products are more than able to get the job done if used properly.  I enjoy them and I hope you will to. And the lip liner tip is priceless!

I decided to use YouTube videos because they give you a brief tutorial on each product. I love YouTube :) Enjoy!

Beautyblender.com

BhCosmetics.com

Maccosmetics.com

P.O.S.H Ministry

 Today, just like any other, I am so glad that I serve a God who is so awesome and is pleased to give us the desires of our heart. I prayed for my gifts and talents (both natural and spiritual) to be renewed and revamped in this season of my life. I applied for a position in a salon that I thought I would settle for because I'm new to the state and blah blah blah. BUT God saw different and in spite of me, I was not only told No to the job I applied for, but the woman said out of her mouth, "after SEEing you in person I wouldn't dare do my salon an injustice by hiring you for a position I know you're over qualified for" and offered me a position doing what I had been wanting to do. Only one salon called and only one interview and I only needed one position! Rather I stay their forever or remain long enough to get my footing, I'm excited about the boost in my confidence. HE see's the best in us even when we don't see it in ourselves! So glad He's on my side, He's on your side too, we just have to trust and believe.

Listen to this wonderful song by Marvin Sapp {He Saw the Best in Me!}, it ministers to me every single time I struggle with what God has called me to do and I get overwhelmed with what others may think. God sees the best in you, and it doesn't matter about your past, keep looking to the future and Move FORWARD, He got you!

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P.O.S.H Ministry: God is with you!

My recent move to Florida has put me in a vulnerable position. I am finding that it's ok to not always be in control and handling everything. Since I was 15 years old, I can't remember a time when I didn't have some sort of project going, new business idea, task to accomplish, job to go to or a new entrepreneurial idea I was exploring.  And although I'm excited about the new idea of "starting over", I must admit I am slightly afraid.
Being in a new state without having one single familiar human being around can be uncomfortable to someone who's accustomed to being surrounded by friends and family. And although my situation isn't a tragic one, I'm reminded of a story about Paul in the Bible when he found himself adjusting to an uncomfortable situation (Phi 4:11).
Paul found himself in a place where many of us would have lost our minds. Incarcerated for very serious crimes and not knowing the outcome, he learned to accept what his circumstances brought.
It's funny though, how we can feel like we're out of control and that we are in a vulnerable place, when in reality, we never controlled anything in the first place! God asked Job "Have you commanded the morning since your days began...?" (Job 38:12) What He was asking him and what He is asking me, what He is asking US is "When were you ever in control?"
It is God and God alone who controls the earth, the moon and the stars. He is Omnipotent and all powerful and holds our destiny in His hands. His message to me today came from Isaiah 41:10, I'll share it with you...

‘Do not fear, for I am with you;

Do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God.

I will strengthen you, surely I will help you,

Surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.’

Live a P.O.S.H life in Him! Selah!

P.O.S.H Beauty: Nail Polish Glamour

So it's going into Fall. Time for a nail polish makeover. I've been wearing this color for a few weeks and I'm thinking (and the nail tech too) that's it's time to change. :) What colors are you thinking about wearing through the fall season? I've found 2 that I like so far. 

Once you've decided what color, here are a few tips borrowed from here and there and from years of polishing my own nails to get you on the road to a fresh new color on your toesies and fingers. Enjoy! And add your tips in the comment box if you have any, the more the merrier!

My toesies... I love this color but its time to change it up. It's called For Audrey by China Glaze

Maybe Cocoa since the leaves a turning brown in the Fall... Color by NYX

I Luv this color from OPI!! Hmmm... Thx sis :)

Or  tangerine "ish" in honor of Thanksgiving. Color by NYX

• Painting with your opposite hand can be very tricky. Take your time painting that hand first. If you get too fed up, then ask someone to paint it for you.
• To fix those annoying lines of polish next to your cuticles, take a little makeup brush and dip the end in nail polish remover. Fix up that messy nail.
• If your nail polish clumps up on your nail, remove it with the nail polish remover. If the nail polish is old, roll it between your hands to warm it up. Then, if clumping continues, put in a few drops of nail polish thinner (not nail polish remover, nail polish remover will ultimately ruin a bottle of nail polish if used as thinner) which can be found at your local beauty store.
• Try adding a thick lotion around the nail bed with a Qtip to keep overlapping polish from sticking. Make sure not to get it on the nail bed. 
• If your nails keep breaking and the nail polish makes them look gross, buy some nail hardening fluid (this can be found in the makeup section of drugstores, department store and chemist shops) which you apply before the nail polish. It will make your nails nice and strong so they look long and pretty when painted.
• If you hate the nail polish smell, try going outside so you don't have that smell in your home.
• Apply more than one coat if the color isn't strong enough. Especially with the latest bright colors, one coat is never enough.