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Hi My Loves! I've declared the end of December to the end of January a month to focus on refocusing and to prepare for the rest of the year. That's exactly what I was up to and as such I took a short hiatus from Blogging and The CupcakeDelect Podcast! But I'm back!!! And, as usual, I have so much good content planned for you! Now it's just about execution. This year's word is "Consistency". For years I've been hesitant to put content out that I'm truly passionate about. I've managed to make excuses, convincing myself that I'm not good enough; that I don't have what it takes. I cook up an internal pressure about not having the right software & equipment, not having the space, not having the support, not having the 'look'. I even imagine all the adverse outcomes of being 100% me on the internet, being hated for my genuinity. However, after introspection and in my time with God, I've decided to let go of those thoug...

This week I'm happy to share what is only just a taste of how I've been tackling goal setting when it comes to my Spiritual & Emotional Well Being. I've already been practicing and thinking of new ways to grow and maintain a healthy relationship with the Love Source, God. Year by year, I've become further convicted that the enemy is actively working to separate us from God's love but Romans 8:37 says that we are more than conquerors through Him that loves us! Yes! We must understand that sin separates us from God; and sin is disobedience to the law, but thank God for His Grace, with Him we are made strong to stand! We are able to put on the full armour of God when we maintain a close relationship with Him; when we do His will from our hearts! I invite you to get into serious goal setting mode when it comes to thinking about and planning for your Spiritual & Emotional Well Being. What this means to me can be summed up in the following: Tips to Setti...

I'm currently in the process of making plans for the new year and I was inspired to share my thoughts and to start a conversation on special causes & awareness, resolutions, goal setting, and creating a financial plan. This week is Crohns & Colitis Awareness Week. Spreading Awareness of these Diseases are important to me because a friend of mine who fought Crohns valiantly, died in 2016. Supporting the awareness helps me preserve and honour his memory. Joel Reginald Richard, you will always be an example of true tenacity and what it is to live a purpose-driven life regardless of life's burdens. I'm also inspired by Actor, Tyler James Williams'  (Chris from 'Everybody Hates Chris') story. He's a Crohns Survivor. #ManOfPower Joel Reginald Richard By Curtis H Photography | @heiscurtish Tyler James Williams by Sammy Roenfeldt | @sammyroenfeldt You can visit my Instagram Account @CupcakeDelect and check out my...

During one of my monthly Personal Consecration Weeks, God guided me to resources that were aimed at refocusing my relationship with Him; refocusing my life in general. As prayer and scripture reading, even Google searching progressed, I quickly realised the importance of taking the time to evaluate my entire life! Come to think of it, this is the ideology I had when I first started My Personal Consecration Week! It is necessary to review your spirituality, your health, your weaknesses and strengths, your priorities, your financial decisions, your progress. #RenewMyMind came alive when I read Psalm 51:10, "Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right sprit within me." This scripture shined light on the need for my heart to be cleansed. I thought of ways in which, my heart, that is, my mind, would have strayed from God's plan and purpose for me. I also thought of belief systems and habits that needed realignment with His word. I learned that most times when ...

The Island Girl Adventures Series seeks to capture the raw, unadulterated beauty of Trinidad and Tobago; the side that's not usually promoted or regularly spoken of; the hidden but desirable gems of the islands. Through it's people, amazing talent can be found once you're willing to search, and once you understand the importance of every day, humble citizens . On the smaller of the islands, you may know of the various art forms of dance (folk) and music (soca, calypso) but do you know that Tobago is blooming with creative visual artists? Artists that are passionate and successful at their handiwork? Conversations With The Execs: Chris Thomas & Latoyaa Roberts We recently caught up with the executive of the Tobago Visual Arts Association (TVAA) at their first event for the year, 'Art on The Beach' at the Pigeon Point Heritage Park. We had the wonderful pleasure of speaking to the current president, Chris Thomas, who is also a Visual Art...

International Women's Day started in 1975; the International Women's Year, when the United Nations saw it fit to celebrate women; their rights and world peace. In 1977, March 8th was set to be the special, celebratory and awareness day. Fast-forward to 2017, we all, men and women alike, can see the strides women have made and the lengths and passions far-reaching that are yet to be accomplished. Here on the twin Island of Trinidad and Tobago we've experience the power, elegance, tenacity and vigor of our women. Leadership, politics, motherhood, entertainment, all of the above and much more; our women have been the spice of our culture adding sweetness at every corner, despite set ups and setbacks. A woman's strength is synonymous to that of a strong and sturdy wall that the world is placed on. If this walls is constantly being chipped away from it's foundation, little by little the wall that once bore the weight of the world would crumble. If this wall is preser...

🌴 Island Girl Adventures | Market Deh' Vlog Market Deh' (Pronounced "Day") is an initiative made possible in part by Bruce Knaggs, a young enthusiastic agriculturalist on the Island of Tobago. It was born out of the desire Knaggs had to create a platform for selling his local produce and providing the opportunity for other local businesses to do so; hence Market Deh's Motto, "Make, Grow, Tobago." According to The Market Deh' promotion, it is "a great social event where you can sample and buy some of Tobago's best creations." All Are Invited to "come... eat, drink and take in the good vibes." The island of Tobago is truly vibrant with creative souls who believe that locals and visitors alike can benefit from homegrown, natural, healthy and authentic products. There are many persons who are passionate about preserving the Islands culture by utilizing its natural resources in sustainable ways; helping to create income a...

My social media presence has been quite limited over the past two years, to say the least. I've allowed myself to take a step away from one of my dearest hobbies - Creating Web Content; videos, blog posts, poetry, all of it! I could still be found posting, but not in the capacity of a true web influencer... and not even my personal blog was getting attention. I was literally living below a rock! And my entire being was feeling the effects of creativity-deprivation; a case of Withdrawal Syndrome! I just couldn't stay away any longer! On 24th of February I decided to Re-launch on all social media platforms with a new zeal to Innovate, Create and Inspire. For the past year I have been brainstorming, writing notes, making plans for my reintroduction into the "YouTube World" and ways to increase my social media presence. I've reached several conclusions along the way, two of them are listed here: Consistency Is Key! A familiar but extremely truthful statement...