Lisa Lillien (AKA Hungry Girl) was on Dr. Oz discussing Hungry Girl’s Secret Guide to Eating More and Losing Weight seen here. I was so excited to try another one of her recipes, because all of the ones I’ve tried have…
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Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
I was so excited to try these Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps, but what I was even more excited about…was the fact that they were so delicious! They were so good, my husband went back for thirds! lol You can make…
Something Every Fashionista/Naturalista Should Have
I love turbans and headwraps and I’m constantly looking for new fabric or scarves to add to my collection. They are perfect for ANY day, and for some — those not so great hair days. As for me, I love…
Thrifty Thursday: Everything Tribal
I thrifted this jacket about three weeks ago from the Salvation Army! I absolutely love the print. I have a huge LOVE for anything Tribal! This African-inspired jacket was beautiful in color, bold, and comfortable — with shoulder pads and…
It’s Monday…Coffee Please!
It’s Monday and the Keurig is calling my name! Monday’s are always the hardest and I need a little BOOST *NeNe voice* to help me get the day started. I’m already counting down to the weekend. I bought these K-cups…
Friday Freebies, Randomness, and Oh…Hello Weekend!
I hit the streets today to take advantage of some sweet deals! My first stop was Starbucks! They gave away free Starbucks Refreshers from 12 noon to 3 p.m. They have two new flavors — Very Berry Hibiscus and Cool…
Colorful is Wonderful
I decided to wear a beautiful headwrap today! I absolutely LOVE the colors! It’s bright with a fun pattern! I love colorful patterns!!! :) One thing I love about this scarf is how huge it is! I can create all…
It’s My Pretty Brown Blog’s One Year Blogiversary!!!
*Cues Tony! Toni! Toné! Anniversary* Who would have thought that a year ago today that I would have written over 100 posts!? I initially started my blog as “Pretty Brown Naturals” to share my natural hair journey (I’ve been natural over…
Remembering and Healing: After The Storm
Praying for and remembering everyone affected by the April 27, 2011 tornado. I remember this time last year so clearly. I moved back home from Tuscaloosa to Birmingham shortly before. I was not prepared for what was to come. A tornado hit so close…
Black Bean Brownies
I know you are like Black Bean Brownies? Is this a prank? No, it is not a prank and YES! black bean brownies are simply amazing! When I first heard about them a few years ago, I said No Thanks! Over…
Natural Hair & Health Expo 2012
I attended the 1st Annual Natural Hair and Health Expo at the Cahaba Grand Conference Center (Birmingham, AL) on Sunday. I wasn’t quite sure what to expect, but I wanted to check it out. I arrived 3 hours after it started. It was…
Something on the Side and Big Girls Do Cry
I just finished two great books by Carl Weber: Something On The Side and Big Girls Do Cry. Let me just say…you have six women all fly. funky.full of curves…and FABULOUS! When you put more than two women together, something interesting…
