Gully Gal

2012-02-14T07:58:00.001-08:00

Today is love day. As complicated and confusing as love is, be grateful it exists. It is a rich feeling KNOWING that someone loves you and to be able to give love freely. Romantic love is not the only kinda that matters. The most fulfilling love is unconditional. Can you think of someone you love unconditionally? Give them a call, text, or email and tell em you love em.... Love freely ya'll! Peace!

2012-02-06T08:34:00.000-08:00

In the spirit of black history month I'd like to say "Big Up" to my people. Alot of times in the media it is made to look like we are so limited to being and doing certain things. I am here to tell you that we are so dope that we can do anything. We are artist, activists, athletes, trendsetters, inventors, writers, teachers, doctors, lawyers, journalists, archaeologists, astronauts, models, parents, nobel peace prize winners, movers, shakers, ground breakers and more. We have made our own way in this works and because I come from a long line of proud, creative, hardworking black people, I am proud to be a black woman! ALL POWER TO THE PEOPLE!

2012-01-30T01:16:00.001-08:00

Glad to be participating in this campaign against the anti-obesity ads against young children.

2012-01-29T13:49:00.000-08:00

Alot of time in relationships (friends, family, lovers, etc.) we find ourselves at a point where we feel like we are fighting to love one another. You'll say "left" while the other is screaming "right" and at some point someone has to wave the white flag if the relationship is to be saved. In my case, I'm usually the one with the flag. I take my relationships very seriously with people because I don't have a huge group of people in my life. Lately, it has come to a point where I have to toss the flag aside and stand my ground. This is new and difficult for me but it's something I have to learn to do. I love my peeps very much and will do anything for all of them. But when it comes down to people purposely trying to tear you down, you have to re-think how important the relationship is and if they really deserve to be apart of your life. I'm not a doormat. You don't get to disrespect me and still reap the benefits of having me around. I deserve better and people should know better.

2012-01-26T10:14:00.000-08:00

Ladies and Gents!!! It's going down THIS FRIDAY inside ASIA SF! FULL FIGURE FRIDAY!!! Full Figure Entertainment Presents *FLIRTATION* $10 cover. 21+. Check it out!

2012-01-26T08:31:00.001-08:00

Brazilian storm drain art. I just love these.

2012-01-26T08:30:00.001-08:00

2012-01-25T18:59:00.000-08:00

Ok. Color me oddball but this tripped me out: Stare at the dots on this lady's nose for 30 seconds. Look at the wall or ceiling and blink rapidly. What do you see?

Independently Romantic

2012-01-25T09:28:00.001-08:00

As we all know, Valentines day is right up the block. Some of us don't really give to shakes of a monkey's nuts about that but I was thinking: Vday is supposed to alllll about love and who said it had to be about "couple" love. I CERTAINLY love myself so Valentines day seems like a great opportunity to demonstrate that. If you are in the single boat (as I have been EVERY valentines day since birth), try romancing yourself. Take yourself to your favorite restaurant, maybe a lil shopping. At least if you go on a date by yourself sex is optional. Just make sure you show yourself some love and don't be down about being single. I haven't had a boyfriend/relationship in 6 years and I don't have any problem with that. I have learned my worth and refuse to settle. I romance myself regularly. It keeps me in the practice of only accepting the best when it comes to dating other people. If you can't love yourself, how you gonna love somebody else? Hows someone gonna love you if you don't love you?

2012-01-24T08:19:00.001-08:00

I have grown to love high heels in my old age. But you know lil miss gully is an artist too. I'm loving all these fancy, artsy lifts here!

2012-01-24T08:01:00.001-08:00

We are beautiful in all our unique, individual glory. There are so many commercials, articles, videos, songs, and other outlets designed to encourage us to be unhappy with our outward appearance. These same things can damage us inside. I am here to tell you, FUCK THAT. Yes, we can exercise. Yes, we can wear makeup and hair weaves. But it is much more important to take a look in the mirror and see that what we're looking for is already there. Enhancing your beauty is wonderful but never feed into the belief that you aren't already enough or that you need to be like anyone else to prove to be something you already are..... A gorgeous manifestation of individual, unique beauty.

2012-01-24T00:31:00.001-08:00

Full Circle

2012-01-23T22:02:00.000-08:00

2012-01-23T10:30:00.001-08:00

I was looking over some of my old posts and I must be clear.... Alot of the things I choose to post about are from conversations with people about things they're going through as well as some experiences I've had in the past. We are all human and we are not alone in the things we experience. I hope that something I say can help someone that feels the same as I do. If you have a topic you'd like addressed email me at blaizinbrooke@gmail.com

2012-01-23T10:14:00.001-08:00

Dress: 13.99 (citi trendz) shoes: 15.00 (rainbow) hoop earrings: 1.99 (diva beauty supply)

2012-01-23T10:10:00.000-08:00

Sheer white tank: 5.95 (h&m) Black mini skirt: 7.99 (ross) shoes: 15.00 (sheikh)

2012-01-23T10:07:00.001-08:00

This dress was a gift from one of my lovely gal pals. It's one of my faves.

2012-01-23T10:05:00.001-08:00

Dress: 5.99 (Bloom) Shoes: 19.99 (Citi trendz) Gold Cuff: 1.99 (citi trendz) Earrings: 9.99 (diva beauty supply)

2012-01-23T09:24:00.001-08:00

What I'm looking like these days :-)

2012-01-23T09:22:00.001-08:00

I've been away for a minute but I am gonna be trying to keep up with the blog. Posts coming soon!

Cute and Cheap

2011-06-03T10:46:00.001-07:00

You may have noticed that lately I have been posting pics of outfits. There are 2 reasons.
1. Alot of plus sized women feel like they have to spend a whole lot of money on clothes and I know better. So I'm posting the pics along with a price and the names of the store I shop at.
2. There is a misconception that certain stores are not for "big girls". I am a size 18/20 and I shop at alot of "skinny" stores. Charlotte Russe, Bloom, Forever 21, H&M, the Gap are just a few. It depends on what the item is, how you want it to fit, what it's made from, and your proportions. Don't be intimidated by going into skinny stores. I shop alone (without a skinny friend in sight) most times. Sometimes I get crazy looks but for the most part they don't pay attention to me and I don't pay attention the their skinny asses. Just get comfortable in that lovely plump flesh of your's and other people will be comfortable with you too!

6/1/2011

2011-06-03T10:25:00.000-07:00

oversize 80's style sweater: Old Navy (10.00)
Tights: Rainbow (9.99)
Boots: Rainbow (24.99)
Scarf: Thrift Store (5.00)

2011-06-01T11:36:00.001-07:00

Sweater: old navy (10.00)
Scarf: Thrift store (5.00)
Tights: Rainbow (9.99)
Boots: Rainbow (24.99)

5/29/11

2011-05-31T12:05:00.000-07:00

Berry Jacket: Target (10.00 on sale)
Wife Beater: Angel's Discount Mart (7.99 for a pack of 3)
Brown Stretch Miniskirt: Old Navy (3.97 on clearance)
Black Tights: Rainbow(9.99)
Black Combat Boots: Ross (19.99)
Clutch: Rainbow(10.00)

2011-05-21T07:34:00.001-07:00

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Being honest about who I am

2011-03-29T14:24:00.000-07:00

After trying for a few years of my life to be what other people suggested i be i have finally accepted that I am an artist. I've also accepted that it is not a glamorous job. It doesn't pay a whole lot of money but I will tell you that it makes me very happy. It's freeing and I feel like I have found my place in the world. Everything that surrounds me is art so why shouldn't I embrace it. I pray that my journey is smooth and that I find what I am looking for in my work. Poetry, painting, braiding hair.... Here I am.

2011-01-01T09:01:00.001-08:00

Happy new year to everybody. Let,s make this one count! -{i pity da fool...}

2010-12-19T15:23:00.001-08:00

When u least expect it love is heavily showered down on you from forgotten sources. Don't question it. Absorb it and pay it forward. -*young gravy est.12.15.83*

Random... but true

2010-11-23T07:31:00.000-08:00

At some point in your lives you feel like you are in eternal, magnificent, overwhelmingly satisfying love. You meet someone who you feel understands you and makes you feel complete and you become attached to this person. Somehow you can't seem to remember what your life was like before you met them. You start off talking everyday and spending quality time together but there's something missing... No boundaries are set. You don't know if this person is just a friend or much more and once sex is thrown into the mix the lines become seemingly invisible. Your expectations of this person skyrocket and it becomes very difficult to bring yourself back to down to earth. The boundaries are very necessary in these kinds of situations because at some point someone is bound to fall. Hearts are very fragile and suffer massive injury when trifled with. Growing up we learned about boyfriends and girlfriends but nobody taught us about friends with benefits. Nobody told us how difficult that game could be if all parties were not in agreement to not fall in love. But sure enough it happens. I guess what I'm trying to say is, before you get into a situation where sex, emotions, and misunderstanding will occur, communicate with the other party. It shouldn't be such a problem to let each other know where things are headed or not headed. Don't wait until someone is head over heels in love with you to say "Oh this isn't what I wanted" Make that shit clear from the very start. Don't play games with people's hearts....

2010-11-16T07:36:00.001-08:00

Everyday that we wake up is an opportunity to start anew. Make the fresh start worth while.... Get something done. -*its cold in the basement*

I randomly declare....

2010-11-14T19:24:00.000-08:00

Sometimes you just gotta not give a fuck. People will come to you with their hands out... asking for shit. They will not stop and consider that maybe you need something.... Perhaps you're tired.... Maybe you're busy. It's all about their wants and needs. At some point, my darlings, you have to say "FUCK THAT" and take back your time, energy and dedication and do something for yourself. I don't care of it's a shopping trip for a pair of shoes or a day at the museum to distract you from "their" bullshit. If you don't save anything for yourself you are no good to anyone. Don't give it all away. You are worth your own sanity.... remember that.

Maroon 5 - This Love

2010-10-02T23:14:00.000-07:00

We have all felt this way at one time or another. Vibe with me for a minute

Pretty Faces With Empty Spaces

2010-09-29T12:22:00.001-07:00

What good is a pretty face if it is attached to an empty head? There are alot of females and males running around talking about how fancy they are and how sexy... how cute... how pretty... how beautiful...how handsome...how rich... how much ass they're gettin But what's really beautiful is a woman or a man who can express her self/himself through actions, conversations, behavior and creativity. Yeah, it's cool to be eye candy. I like to think I'm a pretty lady however I prefer to hear someone comment on my intellect and ideas and thoughts. There are some beautiful, handsome, sexy, fine, fierce idiots walking around. The sad part is, people think it's cute to be dumb. There is nothing wrong with reading a book or researching something you never knew about. In my opinion, the best education is the one you provide for yourself. Get out there and learn something other than how to apply makeup or where to get the latest in fashion. My favorite accessory is my brain because it goes with everything. I've witnessed chicks repeating compliments they received based on their looks on twitter and facebook and even in person and in the back of my mind I'm always left wondering, What else does she have to offer the world? Men are guilty of it too... Talking about how handsome they are and how many women they're having sex with or how many numbers they get but what about what goes on behind your eyes? Is there anything there? What can you offer other than your pretty face? If I have to wait for your answer I need you to re-evaluate some stuff.

This is just my opinion.

2010-09-29T10:09:00.001-07:00

It doesn't matter what happens between you and another individual you are in control of YOU. Just Brooke _

2010-09-28T16:52:00.001-07:00

Know what u like. Do it. Don't apologize for it. That is all. Brooke, bitch! _

Fall Fashion Trends 2010

2010-09-19T20:34:00.000-07:00

This fall ladies, I must say we suuuuure do get to be edgy. Seems that embracing the boy style is IN! I love it. Alot of classic guy looks have been given a feminine twist. We are getting into some really sexy colors and my oh my we have some variety. Even the little black dress got a makeover... Here's a few examples of some hot fall trends.

PlastiK (BBW movie!)

2010-08-30T16:32:00.000-07:00

2010-08-30T04:36:00.001-07:00

When you're blessed it's a beautiful thing to be a blessing to other folks. The world is dark. Be a light to someone and you'll STAY blessed. >_< ItsSoFLUFFY

Fluffy Flavor of the Week- Aspen

2010-08-19T17:20:00.000-07:00

This lovely lovely young lady has a great sense of style. You ain't gotta be a toothpick to show some sophistication and put your own spin on thangs....

Gold Digger Turned GirlFriend?

2010-08-13T09:26:00.000-07:00

Well my friends... I am once again confused by the BULLSHIT we're putting in our music... Kanye mad a HUGE splash with Gold Digger. He just came right out and called the bitch a gold digger right? And we have all been schooled on what a gold digger is. Lately I've been hearing alot of songs that encourage trickin'. So where do we really stand? What happened? Did all the gold diggers make enough dough to get all the plastic surgery so that they could be as fine as you need em to be for you to spend MORE money on em? Or is it that it's much easier to give a woman money than it is to give her time and conversation and all the essentials to getting to know em? I'm asking these questions as a single woman who is just trying to find her place in the dating world. Let a sister know whats up. I currently pay all my own bills, buy groceries, do my own hair and nails, and when I wanna shop I'm footin the bill. Am I doing it wrong? Teach me something. Peace.

2010-08-03T11:04:00.001-07:00

If you feel good, seriously embrace that shit. Bad feelings are temporary and should be treated as such. Smile. Sing. Live. Love.

2010-08-01T08:26:00.001-07:00

Waking up to see a brand new days is a privilege that we aren't all afforded. Be thankful. Live.

Where's your mind?

2010-07-30T11:27:00.000-07:00

So for the past few days I have been reading, conversing and reflecting and I started to wonder.... Why don't people use their FUCKING BRAINS more? I mean... come on. I see so much random fuckery on a daily basis I wonder if people even know how stupid they look. Females walking down the street talking extra loud about a whole bunch of nothing... Males standing on corners with hands in pants delivering all sorts of lame lines to the aforementioned females. Come on people. Let's engage one another in some real hearty mind play. We never tend to have much to say that means anything anymore. Why is that? Are we so caught up in the bullshit of the world that we have forgotten about art, music, culture, the human experience, even love? Come on my people (all colors) we have got to do better.

TidBits 7.15.2010

2010-07-15T17:39:00.000-07:00

Be careful how you treat people. They're there today but tomorrow isn't promised. Give and live love.

In loving Memory

2010-07-14T09:12:00.000-07:00

I lost someone very special to me recently and I must admit it's been difficult. I am glad to have known such a special woman and although we didn't always see eye to eye I must say I am gonna miss my god mother. I know that everything happens in its proper time slot so I have come to accept my loss. I will always remember and love my god mother for being the second mother that I needed and grew up loving.

Rita Mae West-Turner, I love you so much and will always carry you with me in my heart.

XOXOXOXOXOXOXO

Reminisce

2010-07-08T11:52:00.000-07:00

Remember back when we knew tomorrow was just around the corner
And we'd surely see it?
Those days seem so far away
Waking up to a new day has become a major achievement among us
And so many of our kind are no longer here
Used to ride rockets off into sunsets
And cool our jets in the fountains of the promises of youth
Time passed
Wonder was forgotten
Magic a mere memory
And youth is yesterday
Have we gotten so far ahead of ourselves?
Have we gotten so grown that we can't even laugh at ourselves
Today we are hollowed out shells of the super heroes we promised to be
We stopped reaching for stars because we got too focused on how far away they are
They told us not to look back
That yesterday is to be forgotten
But how can we move forward if we don't look back
Reminisce for a moment with me
Back to days where screams meant joy
Our only fear was street lights
Otherwise we were fearless
Insecurity was unfamiliar
And we'd grow up one day to rule the world
We raced the sun to see who would shine the brightest
We were unstoppable
Time was our essence
And we were blessed and stress-free
You were glad to be you
And I was courageous enough to be me
And they tell us to leave the past behind
But if the past was a blast the bring it with you
Carry it on shoulders like sunburn from days we kicked it in parts after darkness fell
They say its unhealthy
But I say let's reminisce
Because it has become way too serious
We forgot way back when a kiss was simply a kiss
And we danced just because we could
So while everyone is telling you to forget about the past
I'm telling you to reminisce

Gully Gals Go Out

2010-07-05T20:35:00.000-07:00

CHECK OUT THIS EVENT YA'LL This Friday!!!!!!

Respecting The LGBT Community"WE ARE PEOPEL 2"

2010-07-04T09:24:00.000-07:00

This is very necessary.

Blue Cut Crease

2010-07-03T21:36:00.000-07:00

This gorgeous gorgeous GORGEOUS Lady is a great makeup artist. She taught me everything I know. Check out her tutorials and her website www.beatfacehoney.com

Isadore Michas A.K.A. Danilo Rhodies Retro Design Art

2010-07-03T19:45:00.000-07:00

Even though I'm "gully"

2010-07-03T15:31:00.000-07:00

I have a tendency to be very loving, loyal, and concerned for others. This causes major problems for me. I find myself seeing the beautiful colors in people and forgetting that human being are usually self-centered, self-absorbed creatures who cannot find any reason at all to give a shit about how anybody else feels. Nothing matters more to them than getting what they want. Fuck what someone else thinks or feels or needs. To those people I say GO TO HELL!

Fluffy Flavor of the Week

2010-07-03T15:17:00.001-07:00

So.... As a woman of Fluffy stature, I believe that it is important for US (fluffy, plus sized, big, fat, chubby women) to showcase our beauty and style. So with that said I'd like to introduce you to our Fluffy Flavor of the Week Miss Indigo Oshun...

Jill Scott "Hate On Me"

2010-07-03T13:45:00.000-07:00

do i really need to say anything?

2010-07-03T10:12:00.000-07:00

SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO As a "Gully Gal" I've learned that you have to have your own sense of what is stylish. The most important thing is OWNING your look. Alot of people like to describe my signature look as "Sexy Nerd Chic." So for the sexy nerds out there i found some really dope frames! You can't be nerd chic without glasses ya know.....

Images

2010-07-02T22:39:00.000-07:00

Well well well.... Miss brookey has been trying her hand at modeling. These are some shots from my first shoot.

2010-06-30T11:38:00.001-07:00

Demand more. Never settle. Don't punish yourself for other's shortcomings. Brookey B

heart vs. mind

2010-06-30T10:13:00.000-07:00

It's crazy how sometimes the heart can betray the mind. You make up in your mind that you aren't going to allow yourself to do a certain thing or feel a certain way then there's that one muthafucka who know their way around your heart and your feelings. You find yourself going against what your mind is telling you. The heart takes over and you're left in a fucked up situation in the end because that particular individual had a plan of their own and you fell right into place. Did exactly what they needed from you.... YOU fucked up. It can't possibly be their fault that they took advantage of you. It's you. Not them. FUCK that. Always, always, always and always listen to that little voice in the back of your mind.That's your instinct. If it is telling you to stay away...... listen. Don't move a muscle and watch things play out. This is for Brookey first. I'm talking to me right now.

Peace.

2010-06-30T02:09:00.001-07:00

Whatever we set our minds and hearts to do is exactly what we should do with no hesitation. A dream can be reality with some work and patience.

2010-06-29T17:20:00.001-07:00

Parents: beat your kids asses. That is all. Brookey B

2010-06-29T10:56:00.001-07:00

Sometimes you gotta do things you don't feel like doin but the faster u get it done the less you gotta worry about doin it. Amen? Brookey B

2010-06-29T03:59:00.000-07:00

Tid Bit 6-28-2010

2010-06-28T12:09:00.000-07:00

Not everybody thinks the way you do. If it works for you and it makes your life run smoothly keep that drum goin and keep right on marchin.

Who the hell do you think you are?

2010-06-28T11:59:00.000-07:00

As a grown ass woman, I find it very difficult to allow myself to be spoken to like I am a child. I like to believe I'm an intelligent, understanding, articulate individual and should be treated as such. There are a few things that I DO NOT tolerate....

1. Raising your voice @ me: That is a good way to get ignored or even have your head removed from your body. If you are lucky I'll just ignore your ass.

2. Snapping your fingers at me: Who the fuck do you think you are snapping your fingers at? I am not a puppy, your child, or beneath you in anyway. That is a sure sign of disrespect and a great way to get cussed out

3. "Dumbing it down": Rather than assuming that I am the one with the understanding problem you should re-evaluate your damn self and see if what you're saying even makes sense. Dumbing down stupid shit makes you look even dumber than you were in the first place.

4. I do not care what you think: Giving me an opinion that I didn't ask for can be one of my biggest pet peeves. People always wanna express how they feel about what I'm doing with my life, love-life (or lack thereof) PLEASE CUT THAT SHIT OUT

There are many more but I don't have much time. Lol We'll discuss this later.

Tid Bit 6-27-2010

2010-06-27T12:21:00.000-07:00

It would be nice if muthafuckas listened to you the first time you tell em something but they don't. Don't waste your time trying to convince anybody to believe something that always will be true. The truth stands alone.

Last Nerve

2010-06-27T11:29:00.000-07:00

You found my very last nerve
And worked it like a full time job
Asked me question after question
And still didn't learn anything from my answers
You annoy the shit outta me

Constantly asking me if I miss you
But how can I miss you if you never go away
I'm sayin'
You're all in my shit
And I really need you to back the fuck up

I need a little space
Scratch that
Make it a lot of space
So much space that when I've waving goodbye you can no longer see me
You should move to an island

Where there are no phones or computers
No pigeons to send messages
You should invest in a spaceship
Move to another planet and I pray you find life there
Just so you don't have to be alone
But you would probably annoy them too

You have located my last single nerve
And tap danced on it
Took a tiny shovel and dug a big ass hole in it
I just want you to leave me alone
Fuck this
I'm turning off my phone

What is Gully?

2010-06-27T11:04:00.000-07:00

	Gully(adjective)
	Guh-Lee 1. Real in every sense of the word, uncensored 2. Brave and bold in delivery I told a friend of mine that I wanted to start a blog. He, in turn, said "Yeah... Brooke is gully." I decided that Gully Gal would be the name for my blog. Sometimes I notice that people think I keep things a little bit too real. I figure, if it's the truth I should be allowed to speak it. Not to say that I don't care about anyone's feelings but I will not shroud the truth to spare an ego. People today find themselves so caught up in hiding behind these lame, hallucination-like facadisms that they forget the the truth is the only thing that keep this thing called life moving. We gotta step into the light ya'll... the truth. If sharing the truth makes me gully. Then I'm gully.