Q: Love the print of your dress - I completely 100% agree that it's summer ready.
sidewalkcatwalks
Right?! Thanks girl!
sidewalkcatwalks
Last weekend, me and my lovely friends surprised our darling friend Georgina for her 25th bday…The look on her face was priceless! (VIDEO TO COME SOON!)
We took a trip to Sonoma for some champagne and wine tasting. Of course, we decided to dress up for the occasion.
My outfit:
Dress- Gift from my lil sister- Charolette Rousse I believe (not really my style, but I think it looked cute and the colors are very summer- thoughts???)
The Derpiest Photoshoot
Shorts: Forever 21 size 16, Cardi and Shoes: Target sizes XXL and 11 respectively, Top: Old Navy size XXL
Look at me having fun in my short shorts. I love my squishy pale thighs.
Love her dancer-like poses!
(via chubby-bunnies)
Looking for another plus size dancer to join us! Back-up dancers for a local artist in NYC. Think plus size and gay boys- fierce DIVA dancing- inbox me!!!
Q: you are amazing omg u remind me of myself im curvy as well and i dance like crazy ( i do hiphop mostly) and u have just inspired me never to give up!
thekissthetouchtherush
omg yayyyy! Please please please send me your videos!
Q: Great blog! We just put up a new Tumblr for our photography book dedicated to the appreciation of curvy women. Hopefully you'll check it out when you get a moment. Message us anytime - Shay & J #Lady19
lady-19
OH YES! will do!
My first visit to a winery….post coming soon. curveswithmoves.tumblr.com (Taken with instagram)
For every 20 NOs, there will be a YES
Two weeks ago I had a horrible dance week. I got rejected from a dance I wanted to perform in, I messed up while videotaping another dance with no redemption option and I found out others felt I was robbed of a choreographer position (even though I thought I was over it). It literally got to a point where after my dance class where I messed up during taping I cried. Tears full of anger and disappointment in myself. My teacher came up to me and was shocked I was crying over a video. I proceeded to tell him I was having a horrible dance week full of rejections and screw-ups. With his sweaty arms, he embraced me and proceeded to tell me how many rejections he received in his dance career.
“For every 20 NOs, there will be a YES”
As the words came out of his mouth, I knew I was just feeling my 20s NOs at once! I wiped my tears sashayed away and began to rethink how I will turn this around. Two weekends after I tried out for a singer who needed “diva plus size dancers” - UMMMM HELLO! How coincidental… where before I was complaining there was no space for a short plus size dancer like myself in the industry- well, THERE IT WAS! Nervous and all, I danced with the most inner DIVA I had and….GOT THE PART! My knees got weak and I felt a jolt of energy through my body. This was my YES moment. Actually more like YASSSSSSSSS!
That energy took me through my Wednesday class where I danced my heart out, hoping he would call me up to video tape and redeem myself from the last time…….
He didn’t call me out. Later that night he sent me a message-
I did not call you up into a group tonight because I wanted to see if I could tape you with out you being put on the spot! IT worked!! I am about to post the video from tonight! YOU KILLED IT!!
Pure bliss when I received this message (video from that night is featured above!). Let this be a lesson to everyone- Going forward expect more rejections along the way, but honestly….those few YESes will make it worth it all!
Dance It Out!
Jessie Diaz
Video Details:
Rihanna “Where Have You Been” By:Mike Peele
Female Awareness Tips
I was so touched today by a post I read from Profresh Style where she discussed an incident that happened to her on Cinco de Mayo. She was so brave to tell her story and warn other women to be cautious of their surroundings. Ironically, I received this email today from my mom who forwards me spam all the time….but today, I found this email to be very important and felt I should share with all of you. Remember you can be a strong person, but no one is invincible.
FEMALE AWARENESS SAFETY TIPS:
WALKING:
· Be alert and aware of your surroundings at all times is the #1 Crime Prevention Advice. Don’t walk on the street with headphones because you can’t hear someone coming up behind you.
· Carry your bag close to your body in the bend of your elbow and carry only the amount of cash or credit cards necessary to make your purchases. BACKPACKS: Be very cautious when carrying a backpack on your back - Do not put vaulables in outermost compartments. Valuables, such as, money, wallet, credit cards, cell phones, keys, important documents, should be carried in front pants pocket, or inside jacket pocket, or a more secure compartment in backpack.
· Travel on populated, well-lit streets. Don’t take shortcuts thru isolated areas. If you suspect you are being followed, stay away from deserted blocks and head for an area where people are or the nearest store.
· Avoid walking alone at night, if possible, travel with a friend.
· Walk closer to the curb to avoid passing too close to dark doorways, shrubbery or other dark places of concealment.
· Should someone attempt to harass you, just keep on walking. Responding to this kind of behavior could escalate the situation.
· Should a motorist bother you while you are walking, reverse your direction. If you are still being followed, seek a safe location and yell for help, if necessary. Do not be afraid to use your voice; it is the best weapon you have.
· Have your cell phone handy and always know your location in case of an emergency and you must call 911.
· Don’t wait until you have reached your front door to look for your keys. Have them ready in your hand.
SUBWAYS & BUSES:
· During Off Peak Hours: Use designated waiting areas and ride in the conductor’s car. Sit near the front of the bus.
· Be particularly aware of your bag in crowded situations, such as rush hour trains and buses.
· Do not display jewelry or cash, as this may attract potential robbers.
BARS / NIGHT CLUBS:
· When in a bar or night club, don’t leave your bag over the back of your chair, on a stool, or on the floor. Always place your bag on your lap.
· Do not accept drinks from anyone if you did not see them prepared and do not leave your drink unattended for any period of time.
· Never leave your bag unattended.
· Arrange a buddy system with a friend and always watch after each other.
· Always carry enough money for a taxi and make sure you record the taxi car number.
ELEVATORS:
· When waiting for an elevator and someone makes you feel uncomfortable; leave the lobby and wait for the next elevator.
· Check the elevator’s mirror before entering.
· Exit the elevator if someone enters that makes you feel uneasy.
· When in the elevator, stand by the control panel; if accosted, press as many buttons as possible to get the elevator to stop at the next floor.
HOTELS:
· Be wary of unexpected persons coming to your hotel room. Never open the door to unsolicited room service or maintenance people. Contact the front desk if you have any doubts.
· Make sure that luggage is only given to a member of the hotel’s bell staff and a receipt is issued for stored luggage. Never leave luggage or other expensive items unattended at airports or taxi stands.
· If you choose to use a car service, contact a specific company directly. Never enter an unsolicited “car service” vehicle offering to take you to your destination. Yellow medallion taxi’s are the only vehicles permitted to pick up fares on the street.
SCAMS:
Be aware of “con artists”. Some of the scams to be aware of:
· Theatre, music, and sporting event tickets sold on the street or on the internet may be counterfeit.
· Persons pointing to money, that you have supposedly dropped, who take your briefcase and luggage when you bend down to pick up the money.
· Someone helping to “clean off” mustard or ketchup that has been squirted on your jacket as a distraction to remove your wallet or other valuable items.
PARKING LOTS:
· Park in well lighted area.
· Always check the rear seat area of car before entering.
· Put presents or packages out of sight.
· If a van or truck is parked next to your car, be cautious before entering for you are out of public view.
· When getting gas, keep passenger doors locked and windows closed. Do not leave your bag on the seat in plain view.
· Maintain your car in good working order to avoid breakdowns. Make sure your gas tank is full.
CONCLUSION:
· Follow Your Instincts: If something seems wrong, it probably is. If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
· P.O. Lance Trent can visit your company and conduct a Safety Awareness Seminar.
P.O. Lance Trent
Crime Prevention Officer
Email: lance.trent@NYPD.org
“The Value of Crime Prevention Cannot Be Overemphasized”
