Big Black Girl Politics...

Although society may try to tell me I'm wrong and although I really may be the exact opposite of the "Beauty Ideal"I know that every single bit of me, every scar, every failure, and every dream have contributed to my true beauty.

I'm on a bit of a mission to find out just how beautiful I can become. Follow me as I go through this wonderful journey and as I learn true self-acceptance. It's sure to be a combination of many things (no randomness omitted), but more than anything, it will be ME.

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"9 When I wrote to you before, I told you not to associate with people who indulge in sexual sin.10 But I wasn’t talking about unbelievers who indulge in sexual sin, or are greedy, or cheat people, or worship idols. You would have to leave this world to avoid people like that.11 I meant that you are not to associate with anyone who claims to be a believer yet indulges in sexual sin, or is greedy, or worships idols, or is abusive, or is a drunkard, or cheats people. Don’t even eat with such people.
12 It isn’t my responsibility to judge outsiders, but it certainly is your responsibility to judge those inside the church who are sinning.13 God will judge those on the outside; but as the Scriptures say, “You must remove the evil person from among you." 

1 Corinthians 5:9-13 NLT

"65 You have done many good things for me, LORD,
just as you promised.66 I believe in your commands;
now teach me good judgment and knowledge.67 I used to wander off until you disciplined me;
but now I closely follow your word.68 You are good and do only good;
teach me your decrees.69 Arrogant people smear me with lies,
but in truth I obey your commandments with all my heart.70 Their hearts are dull and stupid,
but I delight in your instructions.71 My suffering was good for me,
for it taught me to pay attention to your decrees.72 Your instructions are more valuable to me
than millions in gold and silver." 

Psalm 119:65-72 NLT

(Source: arreter)

Me: 8 Months Natural!
[1 year & 7months relaxer-free]

Just feeling my hair in this picture

"I was caged in then You opened every door that held me bound and You gave me the key.
No more pressure I can just breath. The girl I tried so hard to be has always been me.
My strength alone will never be enough, but Your arms keep lifting me up.
You tell me I’ve been made free. You give me everything I need to walk in my dreams.
You whisper words that free my soul.
You’re the reason I have hope. You’re everything I need and more… You made me Free!" 

Free- Data Maclean

(Source: everythingzilluminated)

That moment your favorite track plays during a run and you gain infinite stamina 

runningtothefinish:

this is me when this happens

This was me approximately 30 minutes ago

(Source: warintraining)

LOL!!!!! This just made me SO weak!
I was EXTRA concerned.

Will The Real Benita Please Stand Up?! pt1 

“I have not given an update on my “Becoming Me Journey” in several months. I apologize for that. I’ve been pretty busy… Becoming me.
For anyone who ever saw my video from when I began this journey you know that my journey is 3 parts.

1) My Natural Hair Journey
2) My Fitness Journey
And… Most importantly
3) My Journey closer to God

Over the past few months I have made mention of my Natural Hair progress, even creating an album on Facebook. I have also posted more than a few posts relating to Christianity (mostly Bible verses). But… I have not made ONE mention of my progress towards my Fitness Journey.
Why?, you may ask… Well that is because I had made absolutely no real progress towards that goal. I think back & realize that even posting my lack of motivation or progress could have been helpful, but… That would have also been admitting that I just wasn’t trying. Yes, I was in denial. Denial that I really couldn’t identify what I needed to get healthy.
But I was also in denial of something else. I was in denial that I was afraid to lose weight. Yup, I said it. I was afraid to lose weight….” [click link for more..]

"I’m single & childless… I reserve the right to change my mind daily." 

Me

temioloko:

hmm hmm yeah thats right im listening 

Loves it!

MY CHILDHOOD BEFORE I DISCOVERED THE INTERNET.

Son!!!!
This right here got played DAILY.
Ha! I’m weak

(Source: pleasentinterruption)

kanjo-girl:

You are Black Gold, Black Gold, Black Gold.  You are Black Gold.

“Black Gold” by Esperanza Spalding

(Source: kanjogirl)

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