Poem X Blissful Remedy

Hold me tight

Hold me right

From the stars until the blissful sunrise

 A surprise that can not be denied

Feel the everlasting love

That glows within my body

Feel my touch

Feel my pulse blush

Only for me to see

For you to know

If this bliss we have can last

Im strapped in for the permanent cast

If its a roller coaster

Sending me loads of far away posters

Ill hang every one on my wall

I feel steamy inside

As on my cocoa skin goosebumps arise

Everyday I pray for a new sunrise

My eyes comply

The view, oh so sweet

Memories made on repeat

A compromise never denied

My love will always supply.

Personal X Reflection X Move

Sometimes we get so caught up in what is happening right now, 

We forget what we have been through or better yet where we are headed.

There will always be a problem, always something taking our attention off of that next move.

I should know, it seems my biggest failures are when I forget the bigger picture.

Weeks pasts and I'm like, uhhhh what did I do but dwell in that mountain of a mole hill?

This life is all about a brighter future, building an empire. 

There will be a brighter day if you look up for it.

If not you'll be stuck, looking on the shaded ground for rusted pennies only to trick and trip yourself into limiting yourself.

It's already February of 2014 and I'm trying to get somewhere so profound this year.

It's my time.

Something is feeding it into my soul however, getting sidetracked and distracted only takes away that oh so precious time.

It's time. 

Move.

Spring X Style X 5 Pieces

Spring is on its way and with the change in weather so will our wardrobe. I gathered a list of 5 items to upgrade in your closest.

1.

7 Key Pieces for Spring 2014 by nikgold featuring leather handbags

Quilted purse
amazon.com

Jimmy Choo tote bag
jimmychoo.com

ZAC Zac Posen leather handbag
neimanmarcus.com

The tote bag for me is always a necessity. I love to have a bag that can fit everything I need and maybe some stuff I just want. Variating in colors, textures and pattern your bag can one up any outfit.

2.

The Cropped Pant by nikgold featuring black white pants

Rochas black white pants
modaoperandi.com

J Brand j-brand skinny jeans
stylebop.com

DKNY green pants
$160 - theoutnet.com

Roberto Cavalli cropped trousers
farfetch.com

What better way to spruce up a regular pant by adding a fashionable shorter hem. Paired with a strappy shoe your outfit is broken up into a more updated pant look!

3.

The Contrast Heel by nikgold featuring black sandals

Givenchy black sandals
net-a-porter.com

Dune leopard shoes
$130 - debenhams.com

Jane Norman black sandals
$58 - janenorman.co.uk

Making a comeback from last summer seen on runways from Paris, London to New York the contrast heel is here to stay for another season. Fashionably updating any ensemble. No outfit is complete without the right shoe!

Live GOLD in 2014

Ah, a new year. What's next?

Mission: Get better and live GOLD.

Personal X Smile X Progress

Stay safe X I love you!

These past couple of months have taught me a lot about myself than ever before.

 Seeing myself recover from obstacles and use them as stepping stones. Catching myself becoming content and immediately turning the fire up based on my goals and knowing anything you WANT you can ascertain. 

Now comes the productive winter for a rewarding summer. Staying busy progressive because I promised someone very special to me and to myself I'll be in a different place by next summer. Just wait on it! Aimed with a 2nd job, a great support system and a mind full of ideas and plans everyday I wake up with a better view of life.

***Instead of writing a list of what's wrong with life focus on the good and live life like it's golden because it certainly isn't promised.***

Take a moment out to read a poem I wrote today.

The twist

Vibrating lesions toss my body one way then another

The beauty of authenticity bares my soul willingly

While tender fascinating kisses are planted where deep bruises once laid

Warm tears of patience and appreciation trickle down my left cheek effortlessly

Never has a care burn so deep and shine so bright

Blinded by the dedication and passion

I tilt my crown to the sun and praise the mountains and valleys of the earth

My pounding rigorous breathe escapes in whispers of wonder

And finally, I own the white engrossing mist of consciousness

Natural Hair X Weave X Summer Vs Winter Styles

I love hair, changing up a look or updating an image. That's why I've learned how to transition my natural hair from summer to winter time. I've been natural for over a year (Honestly, it's been so long I just know it's been over a year could be two.) I love weave though, I don't care what anyone says, it is so easy to manage and helps my hair grow tremendously. 

Unlike the lies people say is you stop getting a perm it is not guaranteed your hair will fall out. Mind you I trimmed my own hair because an afro looks weird with straight ends... The routine I've now grown accustom to is straight hair during the winter so my hair can rest and I can deep condition my hair in between hair styles, while during the summer I love my hair out, being free, driving with the top down and loving my curls. Mind you it is a tad bit of maintenance because I wet and braid/twist my hair go to sleep and let it out. Sometimes it gets frizzy in two seconds and sometimes I resort to a little secret technique *wink. 

However, I have been using Miss Jessies, the new creamy crack and it defines my curl way more and gives it a brilliant shine, smell and bounce. I can easily go from jumping in a pool, shower to sleep, wake up and not look like a wet dog. 

What do you do to maintain your summer/winter hairstyles?

Comment below =)

Summer me

Winter me

Poem X Scorcher

Finger tip numbed
By the sizzling rhythmn of thick ashy smoke
Seeping through sea blue vessels
Breaking off citrus kisses
Underneath your seared heart
Damp traces evaporate on your mahognany hurt
While your eyes shed
Snowflakes of innocent delivery
My flaming palm guides your
Icey smooth cheek to my
Motherly chest so you can
Hear how human I am
The flame of sweet life dancing in my veins
You are nestled safely now in my scorching passion.


-Nik_Gold

Birthday Special X 21 X Personal

I never plan my birthday celebrations. I don't even remember the last time I had a party, usually it's dinner and an outing somewhere. If I'm lucky I try something new and always buy something new or thrifted. This past year has taught me how precious life really is and how fast time flies. Fortunately I was able to take off from work, relax and plan a couple of events.

Leaving the spa feeling refreshed (the red purse was not apart of the outfit lol)