FLOWER POWER AT DORTHEA DIX

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I didn’t know how many people lived in Raleigh until this past weekend. Literally, everybody and their grandma’s were at the NC Sun Festival this past weekend enjoying some good food truck food, music, shopping local vendors and games and of course the infamous Dorthea Dix Sunflower field.  This was the first year Raleigh has done something like this and I believe this festival is here to stay because it was such a big success. Pics from this post are from a few weeks back right after a massive downpour which by the way was needed. It’s been so dry here in NC  and unfortunately, this weekend I think the sunflowers had enough and were wilted and sad :(.

Anyway, it was just nice to be able to chillax with friends this weekend and catch up. It’s been a crazy summer full of back to back pageant duties so it was nice to just enjoy my city and catch up with everyone without having to worry about doing homework or typing a research paper. Speaking of research papers, I decided against doing second semester summer courses simply because I really just needed a break from school. I have one more year left but for whatever reason it seems like it’s dragging a bit. I’m almost to the finish line. I’m excited because my graduation gift will be a trip to Morocco or Bali. Not sure which one we’ll do but I’ll keep you posted.

These pics came out amazing thanks to my trusted photographer, my husband, Charles. He’s amazing! I can’t thank him enough for traveling all over the city with me to capture these moments in time. Poor thing got attacked and stung by one of the bumble bees in the sunflower field this day. Thankfully, it wasn’t life threatening and he’s not allergic to bees. So apparently photography is dangerous now, LOL. Stay alert everyone. Aside from the evil bumble bee attack, I just want to say that I LOVE my city! There is always something to do, always new places to explore and new friendly faces to meet. My city has really changed over the years and is just getting better. The downtown scene is always so full of energy and positive vibes and I always feel inspired when I’m there. I get excited to explore downtown and find new places. This city is my home and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

If you’re reading this, where are you from? Do you like your city? What makes your special?

Hope everyone has an AMAZING week.

Sincerely,

Deidra Craig

LAUNCH DAY WITH FORMULATE AND A GIVEAWAY

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Now you all know it’s been a constant battle trying to keep my hair frizz free and moisturized. I highly suggest you check out my IG stories, I’m up there complaining about it but it’s very funny. I crack myself up sometimes, LOL.

I have very kinky, coily, dense hair and detangling and maintaining moisture in my strands is difficult. This summer has just been the worst dealing with this mop and I’m not sure why as my hair regimen hasn’t changed that much. Thankfully, there is a light at the end of this tunnel and I’m happy to announcement my partnership with Formulate. Check out the link to read up on Formulate and all their amazingness. Obviously my favorite part is the fact that these products are made specifically for my hair. It’s as simple as taking their online test, the Hair Wizard, to evaluate your hair needs, goals and struggles, a shampoo and conditioner is then formulated with your needs in mind.

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So you know I couldn’t let you go without sharing some exciting news! To celebrate the launch of Formulate, I’m hosting a giveaway. Want a chance to win your own supply of customized shampoo and conditioner formulated specifically for your hair needs? If so, click here to enter my Formulate Giveaway. Hurry, hurry, this Giveaway won’t last forever. Last day to enter is Tuesday, July 24th!

You can thank me later 😉

I’m excited to begin this hair journey and look forward to posting regular updates on my hair results so stay tuned for more on my hair journey with Formulate.

Sincerely,

Deidra Marie

CAKE TASTING WITH CHOCO BON BON

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Who would of thunk vegan and gluten free cake would taste so good! Choco Bon Bon has proven me wrong. Vegan and gluten free are not so bad after all. If you’re following my IG then you know me and my friend Chi Chi made a cameo at a blogger meet and greet a few weeks back. We had the honor of chomping on some oh so delicious cake samples as well as some tasty wine, courtesy of Choco Bon Bon. I’ve been really busy connecting with some local bloggers and this event was a great way to get out there and meet some new friendly faces and exchange blogger tips and tricks. It’s really been a great summer of connecting and building relationships and I’m happy to have slowed down on travel to do so. I’m slowly accepting that I actually have a break from school and with all this free time, I’ve really been investing a lot in improving my content and connecting with like minded bloggers who are trying to grow. I’ve learned so much on this blogging journey but I’ve not arrived. There is still so much to build on and so much to do to continue to connect with my community and you, my readers. I do this because it’s an amazing outlet to let out my creative and it is a great way to help others. This blog means so much to me, and creating quality content that resonates with my readers is number one in my book. Enough chatting about that…..keep reading for deets on these amazing pics and deets on Choco Bon Bon.

Chi Chi is so focused and wondering how something so tasty could be eggless, LOL. This pic truly makes me smile.

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Many of you know I’m an influencer with Purcado. For those who don’t know, check out my Purcado blogpost here. Anyway, at this blogger meet and greet, I was able to connect with another Purcado influencer, Anna Haddock, writer of The Coffee Table blog. She is as sweet as pie and we had the greatest convo just talking about school, blogging and life in general. Her boyfriend, @samuelholt is the amazing photographer behind these pics and I’m officially obsessed with every single one of them. You should check him out on IG @samuelholt and book a photo session with him. He’s freaking talented! After much chatting and wine sipping, we had an impromptu photoshoot with the cutest little cake samples. Thanks to Valerie, the petite beauty and writer of the minimamablog for organizing this amazing cake sampling event. For those with a sweet tooth, I highly suggest checking out Choco Bon Bon for all your cake and sweet tooth needs. They have a little something for everyone and the cake is mouth watering.

P.S. This is the best wash n go I’ve had all summer. I’ve been dealing with some serious dryness these past few months and no conditioner is fixing it but I’m excited about this new partnership opportunity I’ve made with a hair company. Hoping their hair products can tame this mop top. More deets on this to come. Stay tuned.

Sincerely,

Deidra Marie