It recently occurred to me that I really have never asked anyone to follow me on social media or to check me out in other places, besides this blog. As a full-time blogger, I really enjoy writing about my topic and my life experiences as a survivor. But sometimes I share things in other places other than here.
I tell funny jokes sometimes. Okay, so maybe they're not that funny but they are jokes. At least to me. (laughs) I share inspirational messages. And I share a lot of quick links and information regarding breast cancer. A ton of information really.
*whispering* And I also share links to some of my favorite music -- because music is what keeps me going.
So if you want to find me in other places... here is where I am.
In case you don't know... I fell in love last year. His name is Kendrick Lamar and he is a hot young rapper from Compton. Oh... and he has no idea that I love him from afar. (laughs) Seriously though... this guy is like the best thing my ears have heard from the hip-hop community in many years. Few days go by and I don't listen to him. Like rarely more than two. Real talk.
I missed him when he came to my town for a show a few months ago but he just started a new tour and I am PRESSED to see him perform live. Enter... one of my best and oldest friends who is also a huge fan. She decides that we need to see him together and I don't argue with that at all. But she lives in Atlanta. *shrug* No biggie. I'll come to Atlanta just to see this cat.
*My love is REAL y'all!*
Okay, seeing live performances and concerts is not a big deal to me because I live in a city that always -- and I mean every day somewhere -- has awesome shows going on. But flying to another part of the country to see someone is kind of a big deal. For a few reasons.
First, flying is really hard on my body. Something about those altitude changes and whatnot... and man...I am normally a hot, tired mess when I disembark.
*But I'm going to see Kendrick Lamar*
Second, the lymphedema gods are rarely kind to me when I travel. The pulling and tugging of luggage and bags, the annoying lines and poor food options tends to aggravate my already slightly swollen arm.
*But I'm going to see Kendrick Lamar*
Third... Kendrick's crowd is rather young. He's only 25 I think. And I'm... well, I'm not. LOL. And neither is my girlfriend.
*But I'm going to see Kendrick Lamar*
So my challenge is getting through the flight with a decent attitude and then deplaning in Atlanta with energy to get through the long night. I expect that my arm will be more swollen because of the flight (it happens just about every time I fly). And this is where my cuteness becomes an issue of concern.
The kids at his shows tend to dress very casually. Normally for me that is perfect. Tshirts and jeans and chucks is pretty much my standard uniform every day. (laughs) But I want to be dressed age-appropriate but still be stylish and trendy. And I need a long-sleeved top so that I can camoflauge my swollen arm. it also needs to be somewhat cool because it is hot in Georgia in the summer.
I'm searching for ideas... here are a few looks that I love that I think I could pull off easily and make work. Let me know what you think in the comments section.
I am still considering wearing some fitted jeans and an altered shirt/sweatshirt with some cute wedge sneakers. Just trying to figure out what my style is now. I've decided that dressing like a kid isn't quite appropriate for a woman my age... but I do want to retain my casual flair and not be too fussy.
