As I realize that I am a little behind on my spring cleaning, and that nothing would please me more than to be able to take an afternoon nap free of chores. I am snapped back to reality by the buzzing of my clothes dryer. It’s time to fold then put away clothes. *Sigh*. As I fold, and sip, then sip and fold, and dream of how nice it would be to have a house keeper. I started to come up with a list of things that I think every woman should have at all times…
(note to self: laundry is best done at cocktail hour)
1. A Side Hustle
At a time when lay-offs are on the rise, people are upside down on their mortgages,
and the price of gas and everything else that we can think of is steadily climbing, we as independent Miss's cannot afford to depend on anyone other than ourselves to keep the necessities in our lives going. For those of us that have significant others, please remember that although they do a spectacular job in holding down the fort, they need us to do our part so that they may shine at the moments that we need them to. Let’s step it up. Try turning a craft or a hobby into a marketable hustle.
2. A Little Black Book and or Great Bag of Bedroom Tricks
One thing that I know for sure is that if you are a “Single Miss”, a roster of “go-to” guys (a list of guys that you can “go-to” for the various needs of a Single Miss) is mandatory!
Whether it’s for a romantic dinner date, a movie buddy, an intelligent conversation or to fulfill that swinging from the chandelier fantasy, this book will come in handy. At this point whether you are a single or a Hitched Miss, the great bag of bedroom can be put to use. This mystery bag is good to spice things up or take things to another level. What’s in your bag is your business but remember to keep it save and fun! Click here for naughty suggestions.
3. Well Kept Feet and Hands
Need I say more? # 2 is definitely out of the window if you don’t keep up with your feet and hands. That means saying goodbye to chipped nail polish, cracked nails, dry calloused feet and ashy feet or hands. I use Vaseline on my feet after I shower/bathe and on most nights I moisturize my hands with a soft unscented lotion before I go to bed.
4. Nice Undergarments
Bras that don’t fit, passing “period panties” off for everyday underwear, holes and just plain ol’ boring undergarments have to go. Liberate yourself by investing in items that fit your personality and compliment your clothes. Finding bras that are both comfortable and sexy was a chore for me as a top heavy Miss so, I found peace at Intimacy. The bras are a tad on the pricey but are durable and fit like second skin without making you look like you have guns in your bras. Bang, bang! Not cute!
6. A Slimming Pair of Jeans
Dress em’ up or down, you can’t go wrong with a pair of jeans that accent your assssets. LOL
7. A Signature Lip Color
I wear various shades of stop in your tracks red. Choose a color for you that expresses your wild or serious side. Have fun with this one. Create a color and name it yourself at your local Prescriptives.
8. A Drink of Choice
When in a social setting, know what you like. Whether it alcoholic or non-alcoholic or a light or dark beverage, know what you want when it’s your turn to order. When I drink dark liquor I prefer the smooth taste of Jack Daniels. If I’m drinking light liquor I go to the refreshing taste of Vodka Gimlets. Both of my drinks choices sometimes strike up interesting conversations. What will your drink say about you?
9. A Great Piece of Jewelry
I love jewelry of all kinds. I can shop anywhere from Tiffany’s to Girl Props. Just remember that you wear the jewelry, the jewelry should never wear you.
10. A Good, Go-Get-Em’ Girl Attitude
Your attitude is the best thing that you have going. Attitude is like your personal customer service piece for your very own Miss, Inc. If you give bad customer service none of the other things listed will matter because no one will want to be around you. Project the best of who you are and it will become contagious!
11. A Glam Squad
Yes, you too are that fab! Pull together a tight list of people that you can count on for hair, nails, a make up artist for the the occasional make up/lashes application, someone or someplace that you can turn to for great fashion items and advice and last, but certainly not least a trainer. No matter what your size, every Miss must strive to be as healthy as she can. If you have a hard time putting your squad together. When you see a nice style or cut, outfit or whatever, ask who glammed em’ up. Any real Miss worth her salt won’t mind sharing this with you.
Well, I KNOW there are more things out there that a woman should have but unfortunately, I have to get back to my laundry. What are some of your must haves as a woman? The Miss’s of the world want to know!
Miss Know It All
