Tagged...Siete (Seven)

My blog sister Monique has tagged me again, LOL! This one is a meme of 7 things.


(In my best Fresh Prince voice - for those of you who can remember this infamous song)
Drums please:

1. I hate desk jobs. They bore me to tears. One day I will have a career that allows me to have flexible hours and do something that I truly enjoy. I like what I do now, would like it better if I could do it for myself and be paid what I'm worth. Side note: I'm working on it, I have a few things in the pot simmering.

2. My baby brother is younger than some of the children of the men I have dated. I think about that when I think of getting serious with any of them. That would make for interesting family gatherings. My sister being the same age of your daughter or my brother being younger than your son. *SMH* When did family dynamics get so complicated?

3. I dream of having a backyard garden/living space. Complete with stone pavers and a small pergola with a hammock for lazy days. My dream garden would have amazing roses and a hydrangea bush that bloomed rich blue blossoms. I have my first backyard (ever, in life) and I dream of what it would be like if I had about $3,000. One day...

4. I was a late bloomer. My confidence was non-existent until college and it was only average then. Amazing what pledging and being thrown into the world wearing three Greek letters will do for you.

5. I have never traveled outside of the USA and have never owned a passport. This will change next month. I will apply for a passport and travel somewhere to use it by the end of this year. Period!

6. I have only taken one vacation in my entire life...to Hawaii. I enjoyed every minute of walking, eating and getting the darkest I have ever been. It took weeks before my skin recovered.

7. Until very recently I have only dated African-American men. Not that I do not find other races attractive, they have never approached me like that. Last year changed that, Moa is Puerto Rican - not that we are dating but it definitely would not be a bad thing (and dancing Salsa will likely broaden it). Gotta love those hardwoods :-)


There you have it, a meme of siete things about KayC. As always, you can play along if you feel so inclined. Things are good on my end and I hope things are great on yours!


Peace & Blessings...

Blog Tag...Happiness 101

First, let me take care of business and say a sincere thank you to Charles at the Illuminate Darkness Experiment for the new blog banner. He is extremely talented. Stop by his spot and check him out.

Now back to the business of blogging...

While reading a blog on my blog roll I stumbled across this post by Monique. She tagged everyone who read it so I am just following the rules. Here goes...


The Rules:
Rule 1. List ten things that make me happy
Rule 2. Tag 10 bloggers that brighten my day
Rule 3. And link back to the person who gave me the award


My List...
1. Dancing Salsa. It brings an instant smile to my face like nothing else
2. Seeing Moa do his thing on stage, I enjoy seeing people in their element
3. Hearing my niece laugh through the phone while I talk to my sister
4. Having Sunday dinner with the cousins
5. Knowing I can walk into my house and shut out the world
6. That feeling I get when I step on stage for the first time during a performance
7. Knowing I have great friends who allow me to be me
8. Understanding that I am growing into a woman that I genuinely like
9. Accepting that I may not be perfect but I am still a pretty cool chica
10. Finally accepting my gifts and developing every piece of talent God gave me


*I try not to do chain letters. If you are reading this consider yourself tagged. Especially my fellow male bloggers, I would love to see Happiness 101 from a male perspective*


Peace & Blessings...

Excited, Honored and Somewhat Speechless

It is no secret that I absolutely love to dance. I started taking ballet, lyrical and jazz lessons a few years ago which led me to a wonderful Salsa group. Salsa has been my addiction for about 2 years now and I have submerged myself into the "Salsa Scene" enjoying every spin, dip and cross body lead.

Recently I have been asked to join one of the Salsa performance groups. Imagine my delight when I received my official invite to come out to a practice and see how I like it. I was honored to be asked to be a part of the invitation only group, especially since I have only been dancing in venues (outside of class) for about 7 months or so. All of the scolding from my teacher saying "you need to learn to follow" and "relax" paid off :)

The start of 2010 was difficult for me but this news more than makes up for it. I am like a kid waiting for Christmas as practice starts in February. My other performance group (like the sound of that) is gearing up with a few great choreographers that will take us to the next level. I am elated to take classes with a former Principal dancer from Ailey and Dance Theater of Harlem! This year will be filled with great music, great dancing and tons of fun.

In honor of my newest accomplishment, I have included some of my favorite Latin music. Enjoy!



I love Los Van Van. They have been granted special permission to briefly leave Cuba and perform in Miami. I wish I could go!


Heard this salsa song at a recent feliz campleanos party.
Instantly loved it.


A little Bachatta by Aventura. Looking forward to the day when my SO is a dancer. Bachatta is a great Dominican dance but I can imagine how hot it is with someone you are dating.



Peace & Blessings...