constant adoration

Season after season, I love her more...

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Why soccer girls ROCK!

10 Reasons To Date A Female Soccer Player

By: BWalter

Break Studios Contributing Writer

Do you really need ten reasons to date a female soccer player? I guess the fact that some of these women are the hottest on the planet isn't enough for you. Do Mia Hamm or Hope Solo ring a bell? Maybe Marta from the Brazilian National team has the flavor to get you going. Well, you asked for it, here are ten reasons to date a female soccer player.

1. Check out those calves. Soccer players have some of the most developed legs ever. All that running around and kicking and jumping after a ball make a player's calf muscles huge! There's nothing sexier than a female soccer player's calf muscles. Simply beautiful.
2. Look at those thighs. Female soccer players have those sexy well developed thighs, the kind that Morris Day wants to see in some fishnet black panty hose. Her legs, by themselves, are two reasons to date a female soccer player. Imagine those things wrapped around your waist, amongst other places. I think we need to call a time out.
3. Oh my. The last piece of the trinity, that athletic booty. Athletic women have the sexiest backsides, period. And no athlete has a better pair of cheeks than a female soccer player. That derriere is a killer, and it's all muscle. Wow! If it looks good in soccer shorts, imagine some form fitting jeans or a body hugging dress.
4. She'll be very independent. Female soccer player's along with other athletes have to be very self regulating to achieve their athletic goals. No one can make you develop discipline. It takes an unparalleled independence to be this way. Every guy likes it when a woman needs them sometimes, but no one wants some whiny chick hanging off them 24 hours a day.  Well guess what, independent women don't need to hang off of you all of the time. Besides' she'll be to busy training to be worrying about you all day. 
5. She won't be lazy. You won't have to worry about your soccer player girlfriend spending all of her time on the couch. Have you seen their bodies? You don't get in tip top shape like that sitting on your butt watching reality television.
6. She'll get you off of the couch. Dating a female soccer player can get you active as well. You'll almost be forced to get into shape. Or, did you think a physical specimen of a woman would want some sofa spud on her arm?
7. She's got stamina. Soccer gives you one of the best cardiovascular workouts you can get. She's playing all the the time. Just think of the marathon possibilities in the bedroom.
8. She won't be scared to get a little dirty. Getting sweaty is her job. She spends all day pounding the turf and kicking up dirt. Having a female soccer player as a love interest means she won't care about messing up her hair. She won't care about getting rough. She'll invite the sweat. She won't mind getting down as long as she reaches her goal. Take that anyway you want to take it.
9. Being a damsel in distress is not her style. Watch a female soccer on game day. These women get down just as hard, if not harder, as the guys. Do you think a female soccer player's going to need you to kill a spider for her?
10. She's the stuff dreams are made of. The best reason to date a female soccer player is the fact that she has the perfect combination of characteristics men look for in a girl. She's into sports. She's in great shape. She's outgoing and she isn't too needy. Most importantly, she's still hot as hell. She'll be just as comfortable going to a nice dinner as she would be watching sports, or better yet, playing a sport. The perfect girl!

another blog-worthy ensemble

1. Alexander Wang Cut Away Blazer
2. Marc by Marc Jacobs Round Sunglasses
3. Wildfox Runaway Donovan Tee
4. Citizens of Humanity Hutton Wide Leg Jeans
5. ASOS Oversized Boyfriend Style Chronograph Watch
6. Derek Lam Small Ume Cross Body Bag
7. Bobbi Brown Lip Color Hollywood Red
8. 3.1 Phillip Lim Jayne Ankle Booties


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Self-Confidence

10 Ways to Instantly Build Self Confidence

Written by Editor in Chief, Pick The Brain - 941 Comments
Categories: popular, productivity tips, psychology, self improvement

Self confidence is the difference between feeling unstoppable and feeling scared out of your wits. Your perception of yourself has an enormous impact on how others perceive you. Perception is reality — the more self confidence you have, the more likely it is you’ll succeed.

Although many of the factors affecting self confidence are beyond your control, there are a number of things you can consciously do to build self confidence. By using these 10 strategies you can get the mental edge you need to reach your potential.

Build Self Confidence

1. Dress Sharp

Although clothes don’t make the man, they certainly affect the way he feels about himself. No one is more conscious of your physical appearance than you are. When you don’t look good, it changes the way you carry yourself and interact with other people. Use this to your advantage by taking care of your personal appearance. In most cases, significant improvements can be made by bathing and shaving frequently, wearing clean clothes, and being cognizant of the latest styles.

This doesn’t mean you need to spend a lot on clothes. One great rule to follow is “spend twice as much, buy half as much”. Rather than buying a bunch of cheap clothes, buy half as many select, high quality items. In long run this decreases spending because expensive clothes wear out less easily and stay in style longer than cheap clothes. Buying less also helps reduce the clutter in your closet.

2. Walk Faster

One of the easiest ways to tell how a person feels about herself is to examine her walk. Is it slow? tired? painful? Or is it energetic and purposeful? People with confidence walk quickly. They have places to go, people to see, and important work to do. Even if you aren’t in a hurry, you can increase your self confidence by putting some pep in your step. Walking 25% faster will make to you look and feel more important.

3. Good Posture

Similarly, the way a person carries herself tells a story. People with slumped shoulders and lethargic movements display a lack of self confidence. They aren’t enthusiastic about what they’re doing and they don’t consider themselves important. By practicing good posture, you’ll automatically feel more confident. Stand up straight, keep your head up, and make eye contact. You’ll make a positive impression on others and instantly feel more alert and empowered.

4. Personal Commercial

One of the best ways to build confidence is listening to a motivational speech. Unfortunately, opportunities to listen to a great speaker are few and far between. You can fill this need by creating a personal commercial. Write a 30-60 second speech that highlights your strengths and goals. Then recite it in front of the mirror aloud (or inside your head if you prefer) whenever you need a confidence boost.

5. Gratitude

When you focus too much on what you want, the mind creates reasons why you can’t have it. This leads you to dwell on your weaknesses. The best way to avoid this is consciously focusing on gratitude. Set aside time each day to mentally list everything you have to be grateful for. Recall your past successes, unique skills, loving relationships, and positive momentum. You’ll be amazed how much you have going for you and motivated to take that next step towards success.

6. Compliment other people

When we think negatively about ourselves, we often project that feeling on to others in the form of insults and gossip. To break this cycle of negativity, get in the habit of praising other people. Refuse to engage in backstabbing gossip and make an effort to compliment those around you. In the process, you’ll become well liked and build self confidence. By looking for the best in others, you indirectly bring out the best in yourself.

7. Sit in the front row

In schools, offices, and public assemblies around the world, people constantly strive to sit at the back of the room. Most people prefer the back because they’re afraid of being noticed. This reflects a lack of self confidence. By deciding to sit in the front row, you can get over this irrational fear and build your self confidence. You’ll also be more visible to the important people talking from the front of the room.

8. Speak up

During group discussions many people never speak up because they’re afraid that people will judge them for saying something stupid. This fear isn’t really justified. Generally, people are much more accepting than we imagine. In fact most people are dealing with the exact same fears. By making an effort to speak up at least once in every group discussion, you’ll become a better public speaker, more confident in your own thoughts, and recognized as a leader by your peers.

9. Work out

Along the same lines as personal appearance, physical fitness has a huge effect on self confidence. If you’re out of shape, you’ll feel insecure, unattractive, and less energetic. By working out, you improve your physcial appearance, energize yourself, and accomplish something positive. Having the discipline to work out not only makes you feel better, it creates positive momentum that you can build on the rest of the day.

10. Focus on contribution

Too often we get caught up in our own desires. We focus too much on ourselves and not enough on the needs of other people. If you stop thinking about yourself and concentrate on the contribution you’re making to the rest of the world, you won’t worry as much about you own flaws. This will increase self confidence and allow you to contribute with maximum efficiency. The more you contribute to the world the more you’ll be rewarded with personal success and recognition.

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C.C. revisited

I seriously believe she can do no wrong!

I love, love this outfit.

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Fall Wear

I am loving this ensemble. I like the furry purse coupled with the boyfriend/skinny jeans and the boots.

1. Boy. by Band of Outsiders Classic Easy Shirt
2. Karen Walker Helter Skelter Sunglasses
3. ANNDRA NEEN Vertical Hammered Ring
4. Citizens of Humanity Daisy Relaxed Jeans
5. Michael Kors Collection Hutton Box Frame Bag
6. Deborah Lippmann Nail Polish in Stormy Weather
7. B Brian Atwood Taurasa Platform Booties

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Mrs. Zoe

Rachel Zoe looks so stunning...maybe more so now after giving birth! It amazes me how celebs lose the baby weight so quickly.

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