TAKING STOCK, THIRTY ONE.

Taking stock is essential. I look at it as a way of thanksgiving as we wrap up the year. Many are times we get caught up and forget to slow down to reflect and appreciate how far we’ve come. Taking stock also enables us see where we have fallen short and gives us an opportunity to reflect on how we can do better.  Let’s get into it  & take stock! 

Making plans for the festive season. The last quarter of the year as a working mom has been wild! My planning has been pathetic to say the least. For someone who is pretty good with getting things together seamlessly, I have been totally humbled this time round. I’m also making plans to do all school errands before the new year, cause a girl isn’t about to start running around in Jan. 

Eating a lot more these days. My favorite meal has been mukimo and beef stew throughout the year. I’ve also had lots of chapati and njahi this year. I just cleared my freezer and I’m excited to stock once I’m in shags! I love making traditional meals. They’re nutritious & you do not need to do much for it to taste good.

Reading Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life. I’ve had this book for a while but never really got time to sit and read it with minimal distractions. The last few months have been a bit lighter and I’ve managed to deep dive into a couple of chapters. I will be dissecting a few chapters of the book on my blogs under different topics.

Wanting a full month to just have guilt-free rest. I’m exhausted. It’s been a marathon of a year. It’s been an incredible run but your girl needs rest and sleep.

Playing TMI Podcast KE last episode of 2023. I’ve connected with Murugi and Lydia on so many different levels. The sex conversations have been eye opening and hilarious too! 😂 We have collectively agreed that bad sex is for the bin. The trash🗑

Wasting no time when I need to a have good time. Let me tell you, if there’s anything I’ve been intentional with in 2023, is ENJOYMENT! I have jumped into every opportunity within my means to have a good time. From travelling to Rwanda, South Africa, Walker town festival where I got to see Le 🦅 on stage, date nights with my girlies, it’s been grand!

Creating an environment that I can fully be myself. An environment that my son can always look forward to being in & be himself. An environment where the people close to me can be happy.

Drinking a lot of water and Gibson’s coffee. I’ve needed to hydrate this year and really stay awake while at it. Can I mention that I’ve also been enjoying a Gin + tonic? Specifically, Sicilian? Show me a better gin!

Wishing I had $20 million dollars.

Enjoying YouTube premium! I’m definitely sold.

Loving motherhood. My career. My space.

Hoping to get closer to hitting some milestones I have been praying about🙏🏽

Marveling at how grown and confident my boy is😍

Smelling freshly brewed coffee. I’m at a coffee shop as I buy time to go see the doc. Story for another day. My faith was tested!

Wearing my favorite vivo-active wear bodysuit and peplum skirt I featured here from boohoo. I’m also wearing very light make-up today. I’ve also been enjoying wearing my essentials from thisisessential.

Following my dreams and where my heart leads me. Bring it on 2024! 🦋

Noticing: that I’m still work in progress. We are all a work in progress and if you can get yourself in the space where you’re constantly evolving to be a better human, embrace it and go for it!😊

Knowing that I am exactly where I ought to be.

Feeling a plethora of emotions🥹

Bookmarking: I don’t bookmark anything. Not sure if this passes for bookmarking but I keep private folders on IG where I save numerous stuff. From fashion inspo, to recipes, decor inspo, memes, bad jokes, quotes, items I want to buy in future & will possibly forget etc.

Opening up to the right people. Opening up to receiving love. 💕

Giggling at my TikTok FYP 😂 If there’s a guy who has outdone himself this year with his humor, it’s Victor Peace. I give him 15/10 for his creativity. The content creation space has become so monotonous and finding someone that balances it all and gives it an edge is refreshing.

Looking back at 2023, I definitely see the need to read more, work-out 😳, panic less and embrace disappointments. I’m understanding and trying to embrace that that things will not always go as planned. Half the time if not all the time, there’s beauty in the disappointments.

Last but not least, my heart goes out to anyone who has lost this year. Lost themselves. Lost a loved one. Lost a job. Lost a friendship. Lost a marriage. Lost a relationship. My heart goes out to you, may this new season bring you grace, acceptance and healing. God got you! 🙂

Thank you for reading! Besos! 😘😘

 

GLAM DETAILS:

Victoria high-waist pants: Fashionnova I got the regular length and they are pretty long. I’m 5’8.

Off-shoulder Knit top: Newlook. I love this piece cause it’s embellished with pearls. Currently out of stock.

Sling back mid heel sandals: Asos they are satin and from London rebel. They say they are comfy, I however disagree, you slip every so often. I chose to keep them, they’re cute!! ❤️ 🥰

Makeup: My makeup was done by the in-house make-up artist at Veejaystudios.