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 Hey Fashionista's, Back to school season is in full swing here in the United States. I wanted to share with you my first day outfit and little bit about what I teach.   What do I specialize in? I specialize in educating students with disabilities. Working with individuals with disabilities is something I am extremely passionate about. More on this in the future.  What am I currently teaching? Public Speaking! I currently teach public speaking in person and online at university.  Why public speaking?  In our increasingly digital world, and especially after the COVID-19 pandemic, the art of effective communication often gets lost. This class is one of the most important in my opinion because it is a skill we all need, regardless of career choice or personal lifestyle. I know it's not every student's favorite class, but I try to make it fun. While I never ask my students to become professional speakers, I hope they come away from class more confident in their spea...

Hey Fashionistas.  Long time no talk... I know. If you are still here, seriously , thank you. If you are new here (also thank you) and I'lll catch you up to speed.  New? Let's Catch Up:   I began this blog 2012 when I was in High School. High School!  What was my inspiration?   Like most young fashion/beauty creators, I was seeking connection. I had free period/study hall and in 2012, had no friends in my section. I always loved writing and had recently discovered "Beauty Gurus" on social media. I decided to give my hand at connecting to others through fashion/beauty writing. The 2010s were the height of the "Beauty Guru" market on social media.  On this site, I talked about getting dressed for Prom, Favorite Products, etc.  I also did Recap Reviews of the TV show Project Runway because I absolutely loved it. I ended up having my Recap Reviews included on the Blogging the Project Runway site and really enjoyed my experience collaborating with them. D...