Curvy Girl on the Run

When I was working and staying out in Southern California, I became aware of Roscoe's Chicken and Waffles. I could go on and on about places that I loved to eat out there but one in particular was just so good and that was Roscoe's.  Now a lot of people told me about Roscoe's and how I needed to go there. I didn't really understand all of the hype either. I mean, who eats chicken and waffles together? It sounded weird but the more I heard about it, the more I needed to go.  I was told that a lot of people would go there after they left the club at 2 in the morning. Being that I am not a clubber (is that a word?) or someone who likes to be up at 2 am, I thought I would try during the day.  And try it I did. Mind blown. The concept of meat and sweet still haunts me. I already need to go back.  So I decided to try it at home. I settled on a couple of recipes that I found on Pinterest and made some  chicken tenders (slightly healthier with corn flake...

I was so excited when I was contacted by a Modcloth stylist and asked to participate in a challenge this week! Let me tell you about it first. I had to use this image of a super cute bathing suit named the Fruity Suity One Piece and then build an outfit or an ensemble around it using Wanelo. Here's a picture of the suit- it's available in Regular and Plus sizes:  The suit itself is so cute and I think is made in a cut and fit that is flattering on most body types. I think the print is also fun and whimsical and is very retro. I decided to think about where I would wear this ensemble first before I came up with it.  Now some of you know that I spent a while in California working and living a couple of years ago. I fell in love with the sun, the sand, and the surf. I really loved the beach and especially fell in love with Santa Monica and Venice. I even took a painting class and painted the Santa Monica pier to have something to remember my travels! Here's a...