tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21843138393606376262024-02-07T15:25:19.268-05:00The Kinky ChronicleThe Journey of an Urban NaturalistaNellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.comBlogger306125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-72196764393262685772014-04-07T12:37:00.000-04:002014-04-07T12:38:49.092-04:00You are what you eat--why I juice.
"My name is Nelly...and I am a Juicer..."
Recently I came to a realization. Not really a new realization, but for some reason things hit home for me the other day when I realized how much juicing had changed my lifestyle. I was in line at my local grocery store and I looked around to see what other people were purchasing (Yes, I am nosey. Don't judge me, I can not help it). Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-28200599762993849462014-03-19T19:43:00.002-04:002014-04-07T12:36:26.087-04:00Trinidad Carnival 2014--The Reviews: SCORCH
SCORCH FETE RULES
NO REFUSAL OF SHOTS,
NO FASHION FCUK UPS,
NO SLOPPINESS,
NO DRAMA,
NO SOCIAL/SOUR VIBES,
NO TICKET NO ENTRY,
NO COMPS,
NO LIST AT DOOR
No matter the location- Trinidad, Miami, Barbados--SCORCH typically doesn't disappoint. And Scorch Carnival Saturday was no exception. Customer service was a 10. There were plenty of people around to make sure Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-10093872724796476262014-03-15T22:43:00.001-04:002014-03-16T21:35:21.893-04:00The Cure for Post Carnival Depression
I can't wait!!!! ; )
Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-7634177129297601202014-03-13T19:39:00.004-04:002014-03-13T19:39:39.584-04:00Trinidad Carnival 2014--The Reviews: AMbush Hmmmmm....Where should I start?! Overall Carnival was AMAZING! People keep asking me about my experience and I know the few words I manage to utter do not come close to describing the EPICNESS that is carnival. You just had to be there! Sure, there were some hiccups along the way but overall I can not complain, money well spent, carnival was an 11 out of 10.
Ok, so time for Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-82582430793294227032014-02-25T18:00:00.000-05:002014-03-10T21:14:26.324-04:00Life of a Carnivalista -- 5 minute Plank Challenge
For the Carnivalista's who like myself are still trying to cinch that waist and drop a few pounds before Carnival Monday....
It's not over untill the fat lady sings!!!
#bustasweat #lifeofacarnivalista
Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-41225451567629406522014-02-25T10:51:00.000-05:002014-02-25T11:13:13.572-05:00Carnival Tuesday....In Brooklyn!
This morning I woke up in a certain kind of mood...
In my career I ask people to define their thoughts and feelings ALL of the time but this time around "using my words" isn't working. I am excited! Trinidad carnival is literally around the corner, Private Ryan's Soca Brainwash mix has been released, and I am 50% packed and ready to go. I am also feeling a tad of Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-16097988891285196092014-02-05T21:58:00.005-05:002014-02-25T11:01:52.775-05:007 Minutes for Perfection????
It's CRUNCH TIME!!!
Trinidad carnival is around the corner.... and AS ALWAYS I am scrambling to tone up. The pressure is REAL...
Although I secured a gym a few moments from my house the snow that has been hitting NYC has been draining all of the motivation from me. Despite the influence of 2014 soca and planning fete outfits I have been spending the last few evenings snacking and Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-79778525734688912032014-02-02T17:36:00.000-05:002014-02-02T17:37:25.909-05:00Hair Product Haul! & #NNCP Update
Hey People!
I just wanted to update you all on a few things....
First up, the #NNCP (No New Clothes Project), this @*%#! is hard. The seasons are changing and NEW Spring clothes are everywhere. When I am on the internet, watch TV, or ride the train,the urge to shop takes over. Who knew my love affair with new clothing was THIS deep. July seems so far away. The only saving grace Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-6176378797687712822014-01-07T19:37:00.002-05:002014-02-02T17:30:02.714-05:00The NO New Clothes Project "No new clothes, no new clothes, no new clothes, no, no, new..." (Drake voice)
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This Christmas I realized I had a serious issue... SHOPPING. Let me be honest, I always knew I had a problem. Anyone that knows me knows I have a problem. My closets are packed, brimming with clothes, some that I know I am currently unaware even exist. Anyone Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-49280833028573060282014-01-06T21:30:00.001-05:002014-01-06T21:31:57.819-05:002014...a year for reflection, growth, prosperity, and of course CARNIVAL!
Hey peeps!
I know it has been forever and I honestly had to think long and hard about making these key strokes but in the end I decided that was important for me to at least TRY to immerse myself into the world of blogging, AGAIN. What set me back? Fear. Doubt. Distractions. Despite these feelings I have decided to jump back in the deep end. . And yes, the beginning of a Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-69466973520396359122012-10-01T21:54:00.001-04:002012-10-01T21:54:46.675-04:00BK Fashion Week(end) Opening Night: ReCap!
IS BROOKLYN IN THE HOUSE!?1?1?1?
Is it me or is Brooklyn on the map right now? With the grand opening of the Barclay Center last night and events like BK Fashion Week(end) happening this weekend, Brooklyn is definitely the source of a lot of
Although I didn't make it to the grand opening of the Barclay Center Friday night I did have the pleasure of Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-7589920566958863232012-09-21T09:21:00.003-04:002012-09-21T09:21:52.828-04:00Up Next: Fro Fashion Week.... Happy Friday everyone!
Next week around this time my bags will be packed and ready to fly to Atlanta for the fall edition of 'Fro Fashion Week. This weekend I will be in and out of malls looking for a few ensembles for the weekends festivities and of course searching the web for inspirations for my hair (if you all have any ideas please let me know...seriously)!
It'sNellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-43699180395231533112012-09-19T20:58:00.002-04:002012-09-19T21:15:18.940-04:00Natural's Night Out meets Fashion's Night Out...the ReCap
A few Thursday's ago I was invited to attend Naturals Night Out: A Curly Fashion Fix at Pranna. It had been a while since I have attended a natural hair event so I was eager to not only go, but have a chance to mingle with my fellow naturals. Rockie and I arrived at the venue at about 8pm. Mind you, this was almost an hour after the event was scheduled to begin and&Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-28132083201248957182012-09-04T23:49:00.001-04:002012-09-04T23:49:32.018-04:00This Thursday...Natural's Night Out!
Thursday September 6th
7PM - 10PM
PRANNA NYC 79 Madison Ave at 28th Street
I'll be there! Will you?Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-3623725543043694762012-08-28T22:28:00.000-04:002012-08-28T22:28:56.539-04:00Rihanna, Oprah, and Me!What is life without setbacks? Without hiccups? Without unforeseen circumstances? @#$!, it's not life! I can be transparent and say I hit a rough patch. Well...more like a transitional period in my day to day life that has kept me from doing the things that I love, like blogging. Am I truly past or over that "rough" patch, I am not sure. Nonetheless, today I watched the latest Rihanna Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-49271304108356802872012-08-16T07:37:00.001-04:002012-08-16T07:37:49.586-04:00Guess who's back... Well people I'm back. Actually I have been back from Barbados for about a week but I finally can say I feel settled into my regular schedule. I have so much I want to share with you all ( I feel like I always say that -_- but it's true)! There are some natural hair events on the horizon, some reviews I need to share, a rant about a particular Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-66470805667305802862012-07-30T05:52:00.000-04:002012-07-30T05:52:20.561-04:00Sesame Flyer's Mas Camp Visit and Adios...Well yes! Trinidad Carnvial season is in full swing. The carnival bands Paparazzi, Tribe, and most recently Fantasy have recently launched. Meanwhile Bliss and Yuma are scheduled to debut their 2012 carnival offerings this week (check out trinidadcarnivaldiary.com for pics and reviews). Although in a few short hours I will be in Barbados for Crop Over REVELING a small Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-41816344473011441212012-07-28T13:31:00.000-04:002012-07-28T13:31:19.829-04:00The Fly CutI came to the conclusion a few months ago that Groupon (and it's long lost twin Living Social ) was the devil in disguise...lol. Yes, at one time I could often be found purchasing discount movie tickets, facials, brunches, make up lessons, and even cake pop making classes on a regular basis. The list is endless. The problem I had with Groupon (and similar sites) is that I would Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-86331974553059929592012-07-27T16:10:00.003-04:002012-07-27T16:10:36.944-04:00Gorgeous...You all know I am a Solange fan...
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I am totally in love with her new look. I wasn't sure how I felt about the length of these braids, but these two pictures sold it for me. I know at this very moment someone is sitting in a salon chair with one of these pictures requesting this style.Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-91558758392671667782012-07-24T10:21:00.000-04:002012-07-24T10:21:33.129-04:00Summer Hair UpdateHey folks,
I realized I have been really quiet about my hair lately and thought it was about time I gave an update. For the majority of the summer I have been rocking a combo of kinky twists and cornrows. Why? It's simple, they resemble my natural hair, I wake up every morning and style my hair with ease, and unlike braid extensions they are easy to put in and remove!
Pic time! Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-75924271028216725742012-07-23T10:07:00.001-04:002012-07-23T16:46:46.158-04:00Carnivalista's Log - SLU Carnival Monday and Tuesday
A week ago today I was parading down the streets of St. Lucia in my Just 4 Fun costume without a care in the world. Today, looking at my pictures of St. Lucian carnival I realize they don't do it any justice (thank goodness for video)! Now, I know...I am a carnival addict so EVERY carnival is a good time for me but I think SLU has something for everyone. There are some thingsNellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-91183202349364304452012-07-15T17:16:00.000-04:002012-07-15T17:16:11.727-04:00Carnivalista's Log: SLU Day 6It's carnival Sunday afternoon in St. Lucia and I know for a fact that I am currently in the EYE OF THE STORM. Everything around me is calm ...right now... but judging from my last few days in SLU, I know that this calm vibe will not last long! The music alone gives you a hint of the madness that will be the next few days. From "everything going to fall in here, everything going an fallNellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-22539636129652212402012-07-15T02:10:00.000-04:002012-07-15T02:10:06.028-04:00Men and Natural Hair....Personally I think men fall under two-three categories when it comes to their feelings regarding natural hair. Hate it, love it, or tolerate it! #thatisall
Now, I have attended quite a few natural hair events and most times the guys in attendance (usually a photographer or someones boyfriend) look bewildered and confused to say the least...lol. I will never forget the guys Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-86578762882271034442012-07-12T12:55:00.000-04:002012-07-12T19:05:37.732-04:00Carnivalista's Log: SLU Day 3St. Lucia....
View from my hotel ...
I have been in SLU for less than 72 hours but I am in LOVE! Mind you, I had some hiccups along the way; a delayed flight, a missed connection, and I ended up in Castries (no where near my hotel) by accident last night (long story) but say what, such is life! I haven't met anyone in SLU who hasn't been helpful and friendly; not just Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2184313839360637626.post-61901253109791540682012-07-08T21:14:00.000-04:002012-07-08T21:24:26.619-04:00Nelly's Summertime SoundtrackI have always been a creature of the night, but lately (since the string of heat waves in NYC) I have made it a point NOT to leave my house until dusk because it is simply TOO hot. I LOVE the summer but 90+ degree days motivate me to do one thing, sit directly under my AC and wait until the sun goes down. After a while TV, and even the internet (blasphemy, I know) gets tiring but Nellyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07431416329114053903noreply@blogger.com0