A Birthday Bash

Good afternoon everyone!

I hope everyone is having a blessed day. This past weekend I went out for one of my best friends birthday's. It was SO fun! She is truly like a sister to me and I am glad I could be apart of her celebration. We went out for drinks and dinner then danced the night away! I decided to straighten my hair and its a bit 'bedhead' but I love it. How was your weekend? 

Wearing: Levi jeans, UO top, H&M necklace, Marc Jacobs watch, Aldo Boots. 

XO Kayla Monae

DretheGYPC

DC hip-hop artist and new client to The Monae Group, DretheGYPC drops his first mixtape,

 "Loyal 2a Fault"!

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Originally being apart of a rap group, DREtheGYP*C* , had the opportunity to tour nationally with Raekwon of the Wu Tang Klan, have two top 50 urban mainstream charted records, and become the *FIRST* DMV Hip-Hop artist to *EVER* be on 106 & Park airing not one but two videos as new joint of the day. Additionally, he has had videos air on MTV Jams, Fuse, and Music Choice.

In his latest Video, “Neva Go Back” DretheGYPC is speaking to *Hip-Hop* as if she is a woman. He tells her that he loves her and wants her to be with him but she must first get to know the other woman in his life…. *GO-GO*. According to the GYPC, *Hip-Hop* has been in every other major city in the US. He is asking her to come kick it with him but warns her *“Once you go DC you neva Go Back…” DretheGypc’s first solo mixtape entitled “Loyal 2a Fault” dropped January 22, 2012. Hosted by Shade 45 DJ DJSchemes and with features such as Raheem Devaughn, Asheru of the Boondocks, and actor Robert Lee Hardy combined with Gypc’s impeccable lyricism this is one for this history books.

For more information on DretheGYPC email PR@drethegypc.com 

Christmas Cheer

Good Morning Loves!

I hope that everyone had a great day with their families this Christmas! We all have to remember that the holiday is not about us but about giving back and cherishing memories with the people we love. I had the opportunity to spend Christmas with my family in Florida this year. Sarasota is a great place to spend Christmas because although it is December it is still 78 degrees outside. The weather is beautiful. My family and I also had the pleasure of meeting my cousin, Pearl, who lives in my families home city, Boston. She is the daughter of my uncle Will. She is quiet but we are truly enjoying her and so blessed that we are able to spend these weeks with her.Overall it was a great day! Everyone received some great gifts and my grandmother made some great food! I also made some amazing cookies! How was your Christmas? What did you get this year?

 A sunset in Florida is like no other. Amazing!

Cousin Pearl, my brother, and cousin William lounging after opening gifts. 

 Chocolate chips cookies with my famous icing!

 My brother and cousin Pearl. She looks like my mother. 

Holiday JOY

Good morning everyone!
I hope that everyone has had a fabulous weekend, I know I have. Today my family and I attended a new church in Tampa. The speaker, Pastor John spoke on Joy. I knew that this message was for me. As I have been emotionally stabilizing and maturing as a young women, I believe this word was the missing piece in my recent journey. I have always been a really happy person and even though that is something  I have found again happiness and Joy are different. Joy comes from a source, the one who holds your heart. That person for me is Jesus Christ. He is the source of my joy. Life is crazy and sometimes you can't always control everything but you can figure out ways to keep and find Joy. Pastor John shared with us 6 ways to find Joy.

1. Get back to the source of Joy
Rediscover who gives you joy and who and what you live for. This will allow you to centralize your life and remain unmoved when you go through the trials and tribulations of this world. Never for get who is your source.
2. Embrace your unique design
It is hard to be joyful when you dislike who you are. God made everyone different, he made everyone for a reason. It is hard to radiate joy when you don't feel joy inside. How could you insult God and tell him his creation is not good enough? Accept who you are and be joyful in that.
3. Get on back up!
Stop swatting at your past and embrace your future. Don't allow the things that have broken you down keep you down. Get your joy back! Don't allow people to keep you down either. Stay away from vampires. Vampires are people that suck the life out of you with their negativity and doubt. Cut those people out of your life. Sometimes those vampires are family or people you are forced to be around. When it comes to those people learn to show them grace because you too are a vampire. There are people in your life who may feel you suck the life out of them in different ways, so show grace and patience to the people who do it to you. After dealing with those people, because you must, do something that gives you joy. Call a friend who gives you encouragement. Allow those people who to help you becomes full again after being drained.
4. Laugh often
Never take yourself or life too seriously. Learn to laugh at your self and bring humor to all aspects of your life. 
5. Develop life-giving relationships
Bring people in your life that bring joy. Everyone needs friends. If Jesus had friends you need friends. Surround yourself with people that encourage you and make you better. Always remember though, people don't want to be friends with people who aren't friendly. Radiate positivity and befriend those who are in need of friends. Open your circle and share God's light because Joy is community. 
6. Focus on others more than yourself and keep a humble heart
Keep a low position. Never get too high that you look down on others. Remember that Jesus came from his high place to this low place for US. He put us before his flesh and died for people who spit in his face. If God can, we should live with his very heart. You are his child but remember you are adopted  He choose YOU. Give yourself away from the same heart as Jesus Christ. 

I hope that you all enjoyed the word as much as I did! Let Joy overflow from your heart! 

XO Kayla Monae

Looks of the Week!

My idol Kerry Washington Looks great this week! Everyone watch Scandal at 10pm on abc!

               I see you Kourtney K. These shoes are GLAM! You can find them HERE. 

 Emma is rocking this green leather Skirt. Love it!

Good Evening Loves!

I hope everyone is having a blessed holiday season! I know that I have been somewhat absent in terms of post for the past few months but those days are done! I want to keep ITG updated and keep sharing my passion with my you all, my amazing followers! I am going to continue to share more of my personal life as well as my business ventures. Today we will start with a "Looks of the Week" post. Enjoy! 

Oiliva Palermo is always so stylish. Great look!

Have not seen a suit like this in a while. Not sure if I'm like the pose but the outfit is glamorous! 

Love this burnt orange Blake is rocking. Great look!

I believe this Catherine Malandrino dress would have looked better on a more tan, curvy, dark haired women but I still without a doubt love it. Great choice Kristen! 

XO Kayla Monae