Top 5 Reasons Why Women Need Some ME Time

OK let’s get real; women have a LOT of responsibilities. We’re caregivers, goal setters, professionals, great listeners, activists and dreamers. The typical life of a modern woman is filled to the brim every day with responsibilities at home, at work and in the community. The fact is, we’re givers we women. We were designed that way and we do much of the things we do without a thought for recompense or praise. But here’s the problem; sometimes we give so much that we forget that, on occasion, we need to be given a little too. We’re all so caught up in doing things for others that we neglect to do things for ourselves. This can go on for a little while but, in the end, it’s hard to keep giving if you’re empty, am I right? That, ladies, is why I started Some Me Time. I wanted to create a environment where women from all walks of life could get together, escape from the day’s organized insanity and just BE for a little bit. I envision Some Me Time as not only a place to relax but a place to grow together as women, as mothers and as professionals. The way I see it, the only way to shine brightly is if you recharge your batteries every now and again.

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Get fit with Some ME Time

Last year on February 8, 2015 while my husband was in Jamaica burying his grandfather and our kids were home alone I
passed out in public.  I was rushed to the emergency room where I was told by the Doctor that my health is in danger.  The only thing he prescribed to me was to choose a healthier life style by losing excess weight, being active and to eat healthier.  On that day things could have been worse.  My blood pressure was something like 200/120, my sugar levels was ridiculously high and my iron was low.  I've struggled with maintaining a healthier lifestyle for years but on that day, my body had all my attention. it is in that moment I made a decision to became actively intentional about losing weight, being more active and eating healthier.

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Silent Party Anyone?

The Birthday Girl and My little sister. They're listening to two different DJs

Maybe this "new" wave to party is new to me but I never heard of a Silent Party until a few weeks ago.  To be honest,  when my cousin invited me out to celebrate her birthday with her I wasn't completely thrilled to learn we'll be attending a party where we'd be listening to music by way of headphones.   Seriously, have any of you heard of a "Silent Party/Silent Disco"? At first I asked my cousin what  it's all about? She explained to me that it's a party where everyone wears wireless headphones and dances, I thought the idea was a little stupid.  It just didn't make any sense to me, why am I going to a party with people to wear head phones?  Anyway, because my cousin is one of my favorite people in the world I was open to at least trying it out.  I am so glad I did!  I had a ball!!!
When I first got to the venue the music was loud and I was like "Why do we need headphones if the music is already loud?"

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You Can Have The Huxtables

Growing up I didn't have too many "positive" images of marriage, my ideal marriage like so many little black children growing up came from The Cosby Show.  The Huxtables had it all!!!! I just knew I was going to have a husband that was silly, one who could make me laugh, take care of our family, manage his time between work and home and pretty much did whatever it takes to keep me happy!!!  We were going  to have four children; two boys and two girls.  The boys would have to come first so they can protect their sisters.  We were going to live in a beautiful house with a backyard and picket fence, go on family vacations, never argue but agree on everything.  If we did get into a disagreement, we'll come to some type of resolve with no issues, YUP!!! That's how my life was to be just like Cliff and Claire.  Please understand that all the things I grew up desiring were the complete opposite of how I grew up!  My upbringing was so not normal but a girl could dream, can't she???!!! It wasn't until recently that I realized my expectations of how my marriage should be was causing a divide in my household and unnecessary stress for both my husband and I.  Not only was he not living up to my expectations but apparently I wasn't living up to his (can you imagine that?!).

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A New Year Brunching with some Beauties in Harlem, New York- 2016

I woke up one morning and was like, "I'm going to start my New Year off by having Brunch with some Beauties." Instead of me hand-picking who would attend I decided to put the word out on facebook and whoever was meant to be there, would show up! To be honest with you, if no one would have responded I still would have had brunch by myself! I have no problem going out alone, I'm pretty confident doing things alone! The funny thing is I often start out alone but somehow I always seem to meet new amazing people and next thing you know we're just having a good time like we've been friends for years (it's both a gift and a curse, Lol!)

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Dream Girl Dream

Most people when they hear Friday the 13th they instantly believe it to represent a day of bad luck, superstitions and horror films, well for me Friday the 13th will forever be a reminder to me of unusual blessings!!!! This past Friday was so amazing, as I think back even now I am overwhelmed with so many feelings, God is GREAT!!!!

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Know your Worth! Knowledge is Profit!

Did you know, watering down your God given gifts is pretty much like telling God to His face, you don't appreciate what He's given you? Unless you're completely crazy, I can not imagine anyone having enough guts to tell the Creator of all things, that He doesn't know what He's doing!!! Seriously, most of us in our right minds would never even think about uttering those words to Him HOWEVER actions speak louder than words. While we may not utter those words to Him, our acts of second guessing our value scream, "God you don't know what you're doing and I know ME better than YOU do!" How about when we compare ourselves to other people whose purpose may mirror ours just a little bit, so we begin to second guess if we're even capable of succeeding. I don't know, maybe this post is just for me but Chile, I am so tired of wrestling with God, It is time that WEcompletely, whole-heartedly move in OUR purpose. WE must no longer allow fear and complacency to dictate OUR worth. WE must no longer water down ourselves at the leisure of peoples level of comfort. We're either looking to please God or Man. Give yourself permission to do what you were created to do and that's to BE GREAT!

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Sayañara Summer 2015 - Spending My ME Time Isn't Always Alone Time

"We had people of all backgrounds coming together- all races, all creeds,all colors, all status in life.  And coming together there was a kind of quiet dignity and a kind of sense caring and a feeling of joint responsibility."   - Dorothy Height

"Some times your Some ME Time consist of being surrounded by others who need Some ME Time, it doesn't always mean Alone Time."  - Simone S. Gray

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Good Morning Dreamers!!!

This post is specifically for YOU as you may be headed to a place you really don't want to be, this is for you!!!

As I was headed to Atlanta I wasn't quite sure of what to expect, I just knew I had to be there. I've been to other conferences but the difference this time around is " I am a New Simone" my mind is different, my "why" is different, my finacial situation is different, even my circle of friends is different... I'm just different!

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From Ratchet to The Real Reality

I remember there was a time I would rush home from work to engage in negative television. Oh my goodness, It was the highlight of my evening. My teenage daughter and I were hooked to "Ratchet T.V." (Yes, I admit it! I allowed my impressionable, innocent, pure daughter indulge in "Ratchet T.V." with me SMH!!!! You better not be judging me! ). 

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PERSISTENCE will PAYOFF

Growing up I can remember my Dad having the television on lock any time his favorite football teams was playing. Back then I use to get so mad at him for not letting my sisters and I watch what we wanted on T.V.. I guess years later I have my Dad to blame for my love of football, my husband loves it!!!. One of the many reasons I grew to love football was that watching a football game with my Dad allowed us to be right under him. For hours as he enjoyed his evening off from work, my sisters and I loved when Dad would try and explain the game to us detail by detail. Watching football along with other sports of his choice was a way my Dad took his some ME time.

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Mommy Moment Monday A Mother and Daughters Bond

My daughter was one of my two bridesmaids at my wedding 8/2011

Ok, so every parent dreams of the day when their baby will graduate from High School and head off to college.  Well, when I tell you that it happens a lot quicker than you'd imagine...... Please believe me!  

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3 Day Weight Loss Detox with Dr. Oz

When a friend of mine invited me to join her in being a part of the The Doctor Oz audience I was so excited. Well the funny thing is my friend, Cynthia who invited me never made it so I was there all by myself. 

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