National Holiday Memo Missed?

You'd swear today was a holiday & the holiday was hate-a-barista-day.

Today I woke up at 4:20am thinking it was just another typical opening monday for myself at the good ol' Miss Kelly's Cafe. Boy by 9am did I realize I was thoroughly mistaken. Today was that kind of day that at first you think it is just you in a bad mood, thinking maybe you just haven't been able to shake of the sleepies & wake up for the day when making lots of caffeinated beverages for groggy customers. But then begins to reveal itself as the kind of day in which everyone can't shake the grog & the grog becomes grump & domino effects everyone in its path. Unfortunately today I became victim to this unspoken holiday & can only be left with the thought that I am sooo utterly thankful it is only 12:43 in the afternoon, which leaves hours upon hours for this morning trend to redeem itself entirely. Let's see what today can do towards redemption ;)


Danielle Nicole.

God is sooo Good.

God is so good. & This week I have completely been reminded of His care & faithfulness. A little over a year ago a friend sent me a poem written in the narrative of God to myself. She inserted my name into certain parts & this week this piece from that poem keeps ringing in my mind as I continue to pursue trusting Him & allowing myself to let go of worries & stresses that I seem to hold on to. 


"I want you to stop planning, Dani, stop wishing and allow Me to give you the most thrilling plan existing, 
one that you cannot imagine.
Please allow Me to bring it to you. You just keep watching Me, expecting the greatest things. Keep experiencing the satisfaction that I Am. Keep listening and learning the things I tell you.
You just wait. That's all. Don't be anxious. Don't worry.
Dani, don't look at the things you think you want; you just keep looking off and away up to Me, or you'll miss what I want to show you...


Dani, know that I love utterly.  I Am God. Believe it and be satisfied in that."


This week has been so good.
God is so good.
PTL.


Danielle Nicole.

Red Lips.

Red lipstick has a very unique, powerful affect on women, & men, when they encounter a red-lipped woman, some might argue as well.

One Friday, my coworker & I deemed, Red Lipstick Friday. A Rendition, if you will, of Casual Friday, only opposite in a sense being that everyday at Miss Kelly's Cafe can be casual wear day.

I can only say I have worn red lipstick one other day of my life besides this Friday. (Other than the days of playing with mom's makeup or my Barbie makeover set or something as a kid, obbbviiiii) So this day was a day of new experience, learning, & soaking in the power of the red lipstick (dun, dun, dunn)

The 3 things I noticed most by the end of the day & through the night of having this style upon my lips were, a new sense of beauty, confidence, & power. 

--Beauty: The beauty of red lipstick is an eclectic unique true-to-it's-own beauty. An almost old fashion, or maybe vintage-esk fashion to it; pure, slightly rebelled, yet classy.

--Confidence: A girl who can put on red lipstick & own the look exudes confidence, even if she isn't typically confident in her appearance. The red speaks a bold, yet mysterious voice that says come closer, but watch out ;) 

--Power: its a bold, fierce look that breathes power & fierce style. It can empower a woman on what may seem like the most normal of days.

So to those of you women who have never worn red lipstick, try it out. I definitely encourage you to experience the unique beauty, confidence, & empowerment all from a tiny stick of color :)


Danielle Nicole.