There are so many options for creating a fabulous beach outfit.
From super-sized kaftans, maxi dresses, and tunics, to hot denim shorts and skirts, you can’t go wrong with whatever outfit you choose!
Swimwear varies in many ways; halter bikinis, swim dresses are fun and beautiful, so you should have at least one in your closet.
Wear them to the beach with a crochet mini dress.
A cute, colorful maxi dress is also a good choice because it could take you from poolside to a beachfront dinner.
One important thing you can do for yourself is to protect your skin from the sun, and a straw hat is the best way to do this as it not only shields your face but is also a very cute addition to your beach look.
A pair of flat sandals will never go out of style.
A cute nude pair is perfect, as you can wear them during the day, then couple them with a beautiful sundress for dinner on the beach.
A halter bikini and a pair of denim shorts is also a perfect beach outfit especially if you have great legs. Flaunt them!
A cute little sundress or a shirtdress with flat sandals and a hat will make a perfect combo for a beach outfit.
A sleeveless top and a pair of denim shorts or a mini skirt will be a good look as well.

Do you need to buy a gift for your special someone? Even if you are broke, that’s no reason to neglect the man in your life!
There are tons of great gifts you can give your boyfriend/fiancé/husband that won’t put you into debt.
Here’s a list of the four best inexpensive gifts for men or, more precisely, for your boyfriend, husband, or fiancé.

Take a photo of yourself
If you’re not the shy type, have a close friend take some tasteful boudoir pictures of you. Keep it clean, yet sexy. No privates shots, no nipples! Print a few and add them to a small album.
Or, just burn your favorites to a CD. Either way, those photos of you will surely warm his heart.
Pamper Him
Take out your pumice and peppermint or lavender foot scrub and treat him to an at-home pedicure.
Soak his feet in hot water for ten minutes while massaging his hands with a non-girlie scented lotion (no fruits or flowers!).
Then pat his feet dry, massage the pumice scrub into them, rinse well, and rub the feet with that same non-scented lotion you used on his hands.
Treat Him to a Movie
Take him to see a movie and buy him popcorn, soda, and some candy. Let him choose the film, too.
No matter how ridiculously violent or scary or plotless, just go with the flow and take comfort in his happiness.
You may even enjoy it for real!
Frame It
Get a great photo of the two of you, have a copy made, and put it in black leather or chrome frame.
A lovely frame can be inexpensive.

The past year just ended and for some people, it is time to make resolutions and promises for the New Year. It is also the time to set goals or targets for the New Year, be it Personal, Career Oriented, Business or Financial goals. I have compiled a few tips to help set achievable goals.
To set goals, you have to ask these questions:
(a)What do you really want to achieve?
(b)What do you need to do to achieve them?
As you answer these questions, your goals begin to shape itself out.

1.Decide what you want to achieve
You need to take time out to figure out what you want for yourself; not what others want for you. It might take a while for you to decide on this; try not to rush yourself because this is the basis of everything. When your goals are personally meaningful, you are more likely to achieve them.
2.Set SMART Goals
SMART stands for
S – SPECIFIC
M – MEASURABLE
A – ATTAINABLE
R – REALISTIC
T – TIME-BOUND
(a)You need to be specific when setting your goals. For instance, if you want to lose weight, you need to be specific about how you plan to reach the target. Instead of ‘Lose weight’ which is a general goal, your specific goal should be; Exercise 3 times a week, Eat two servings of fruit and vegetables a day, etc.
(b)Measurable goals give you a sense of completion. You should be able to measure your goals; you have to establish precise criteria to measure your set goals.
(c)Your goals should not be impossible to accomplish; you have to set achievable goals.
(d)Your goals have to be reasonable and relevant.
(e)You need a time frame or deadline to achieve your set goal as this will help eliminate procrastination. While setting a timeline, remember that some goals take longer to reach than others, so set your schedule accordingly.
3.Write your Goals down
Don’t just think of your goals, get a pen and paper (or book) and write them down. Studies have shown that people who write down their goals are more likely to achieve them.
Ensure you keep your list close by so you can frequently reference them as this will help you remain motivated.
4.Tell someone about your Goals
Talk to your partner or best friend about your goals, this way they can encourage you along the way. You do not need to tell too many people your plans, 1 or 2 people is good.
I wish you the best in your goal setting, and I hope at the end of the year you would have achieved them all.

It’s a few days into the New Year, and as the norm, many have already made resolutions for the year. Year after year, many make these decisions, but a few weeks into the year, they’re off track. When this happens, it can be demoralizing and if it’s happened to you, be sure that you’re not alone (about 75% of those who make resolutions fail to stick with their goals).
We’ve all got great intentions; everybody wants the very best, and there’s no better time to start than at the beginning of a new year. However, we tend to put a lot of unnecessary pressure on ourselves. Often, the focus is on “what” and not on “how.”  A healthier lifestyle, weight-loss/fitness, making more money, marriage – whatever the resolution, being more concerned with the goals set than with the specifics of how to accomplish the goals is more like setting one’s self up for failure. Isn’t it?
Right before penning down your New Year resolutions, think about what you want to do and not what you should do. “What should I do this year?” “What should I stop doing?”, “What do other people suggest I should work on?” these are most of the questions people ponder on but it’s a common mistake. More like a wrong start in the right direction – a fire that invariably burns out after a couple of setbacks. Why? No heartfelt desire hence no commitment.

To be successful at any planned change, you need to desire it. Unless you take the time to consider what it is you want (rather than what you should do or should stop doing), you will not be entirely motivated. Make resolutions you are committed to – don’t make one simply because it is “the thing to do,” or because someone has told you that you should.
Set specific goals that are in line with your life-values. To remain on track, make fewer resolutions in the first couple of weeks of 2017 to allow yourself to focus on what you want to achieve actually. Too many goals at the same time usually lead to confusion and of course, little or no achievements.
Do your own thing gradually; from baby steps to adult steps. You can always add more as you achieve the set targets. And where there are setbacks, identify where you went off target so you can get back to it straight-off. There isn’t any point for self-flagellation, is there?
As you hit your goals, celebrate smaller wins towards small goals. Doing gives you a feeling of accomplishment. You’re motivated and more committed to aim for bigger ones.
Above all, be flexible. Change doesn’t happen overnight, and some unexpected circumstances may occur. When they do, focus on your continued progress; revise the steps in accomplishing your goals if need be, but remain resolute and optimistic. You’ll sure get there. When life hands you lemons, you make lemonades, right?
 
 

You know how these days everyone says they are so busy, or the Lagos traffic is killing, or there are crazy deadlines at work, these could be valid excuses or just excuses to get out of doing embarrassing things. Anyway, I thought you could make some money off people’s busy schedules. I mean no matter how busy anyone gets, they are never too busy to eat.
You may be thinking the catering business is saturated, but I am proposing a smaller scale more customized service. I know this is not a new frontier, but this might just be the perfect side hustle for someone who loves cooking and wants to make some money. There are many ways you can go about this;

(1) For the office folk
You could draw up a weekly menu if you like or take down lunch orders the day before and take it with you to the office and charge a competitive price. If you love to cook, you would probably be preparing your lunch to work and make some extra for your colleagues.
(2) Take advantage of the bachelors
I was shopping at the mall one day and saw a bowl of efo riro ready to go; my mouth was watering as I headed down the detergent aisle. I went back to spy it, and the idea came to me how I wished someone would supply me soups and stew every two weeks. You could be that someone. I am not a bachelor, but I bet many like-minded people would enjoy this service.
(3) The illusion of homemade meals
Some people love to host friends but hate the stress that goes with it. Offer your services to those catering for small numbers, for instance, the wife hosting her in-laws who want to eat ekpang kukwo after she returns from work.
(4) For them fit fam
A lot of health conscious people are looking for low cholesterol meals. You can supply them a week’s worth of meals, save them the stress and let them stay on track with their fitness.
This business would really work for someone who enjoys and can make time for the process of cooking. If you have to employ someone else it cuts into your profits.
Any takers?