Second Year of Pharmacy School.

So I just finished my first week of P2 year! It still feels weird calling myself a P2 because I was so used to being called a P1. Nonetheless, I'm grateful! A few of my classmates and friends, didn't matriculate through the first year so they will be held back and complete the year over, and graduate a year later than before.

I have so much to look forward to this year, not only being 6 semesters away from being a pharmacist, but just more campus involvements, conference trips, exams, and much more! I'm intern status now, so I can do a lot more patient counseling and whatnot at health fairs. Literally, just got comfortable doing blood glucose checks to patients (whoop!), I figured I had to get over my phobia of blood.

What amazes me is how much students at my school look up to me. I love when people come up to me in school, or at work and they're like "Sally, you dress so well", "I love the positive attitude you carry, and how professional you are", "You are such a big help" Things like that, really keep you going in life. 

My past trip to San Marcos, Texas: 2014 TPA conference 

My life is hectic, juggling school, on the executive board of 3 pharmaceutical organizations, plus a needy job and boyfriend - I literally need my planner and iCal to think, sometimes! I remind myself to pray for strength daily.

I know I have a bad habit of not updating my blog, but I just bought myself a MacBook, so hopefully that with ignite some motivation to write. :) 

xo Sally Ifeoma

First Year Complete.

Officially a P2! (Second year pharmacy student)

This academic year has been a trying one, getting used to a whole system and building a routine, seeing what works for you but I have definitely learned a lot, and cannot wait to mentor the incoming class.

I must say I'm very proud of myself, not to boast, but many of my classmates from the fall semester did not see the spring semester, or they failed courses which they must retake in the summer. I NEVER want to take summer courses because that prohibits you from enjoying your summer where you could work or perhaps do some traveling, since your first two summer are free. In the summer of your P3 year is when you begin your rotations so if you fail a course, you automatically delay your expected graduation year.

Being a pharmacy student is not solely about academics, though it is an very important part of the role. But essentially, you are being trained to be a professional, which means you must be well-rounded but there is nothing awkward than trying to communicate with a health professional that cannot understand or relate to you. 

If you were to ask others about me, they would tell you I have a heart of service, love helping others and donating my free time to volunteer. I also love being involved, or a sense of belonging, so I am truly grateful for the positions I hold in organizations at school: Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity Inc. Delta Theta Chapter: Co-Chaplain. African Pharmacy Student Association: President-Elect. American Pharmacist Association: Membership Vice President. I encourage everyone to get involved and active in school organizations, just as long as it doesn't affect your academics, but I believe it allows you to learn how to manage your time as well as work with others.

I was also blessed with the opportunity to be a Pharmacist Intern at Walgreen's Pharmacy. What's special about this particular location that I am working at, is that besides it being fairly new, but its innovative and developing practice is going to be the future of other Walgreen's.

Overall, I'm happy in this stage of life because I know it can only get better from here!

xo Sally Ifeoma

White Coat Ceremony

That's Dr. Sally to you! ; )

CLASS OF 2017!

The Summer Bob.

Simple eye makeup.  Lips: NK - Ruby Red

The hairstyle (earlier post here) I wanted to try out for the longest, but was scared that it wouldn't fit my chubby cheeks of a face. Or it simply wouldn't look right.

So I took a risk.

I bought BSS hair, watched YouTube and created a U-Part wig. This hairstyle was absolutely cheap to create. I probably spent a total of $30 for hair + supplies. I used Xtra perm yaki human hair 10" & Outre` Duby 8" both in a color 2. I braided, sewn, cut & styled my hair by myself (which is an achievement on its own) without any help. Even my mother was proud (& amazed) at my work. I told my father it's a wig, and he was like "It looks so natural, like ya hair" LOL.

I received many compliments so now I feel confident in rocking my bob this summer until school starts in the fall and then it's time for my Senegalese Twists. I think I'm 9 weeks post relaxer so my "journey" continues.

Speaking of summer, there are some essentials needed to enjoy this season, as hot as it is. Hope you all are enjoying it so far! Please check out the links on the side of the page. :)

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The Liebster Blog Award

My first tag! Precious from Fashion Kween nominated me for the Liebster Award (thank you again! xx)

The point of the Liebster Award is to recognize new and up and coming bloggers which is a wonderful idea. The meaning: Liebster is German and means sweetest, kindest, nicest, dearest, beloved, lovely, kind, pleasant, valued, cute, endearing, and welcome. It'll be great to discover new blogs that we probably would have not come across before. Basically, I have to tell 11 random facts about myself, answer the 11 questions asked by Precious, then write 11 new questions and tag 11 other people. The rule is whoever you tag must have under 200 followers.

11 Random Facts

1. I have a twin sister, am older by 3 minutes.
2. I love the color pink, specifically salmon or hot pink.
3. I have an obsession with gold jewelry and things alike.
4. I hate driving at night, everyone drives like blind bats.
5. I don't eat beef; no religious reasons, I just hate it.
6. I like watching scary movies, but I'll be screaming for dear life!
7. I'm anxious and scary to start pharmacy school this fall.
8. I wish I was more creative and artsy so I can do a lot of DIY projects.
9. I want to learn how to use the sewing machine properly.
10. I am a hoarder, I need to learn how to throw things away.
11. I'm deathly afraid of anything that crawls and is considered an "insect".

The 11 Questions [asked by Precious]

1. where are you from? Nigeria
2. what inspired you to start blogging? I just thought it would be cool to own a blog and share things you like, etc. You never know when you'll inspire the next person.
3. what is(are) your favorite summer trends at the moment? My favorite summer trends are neon and the ankle strap sandal heel, both trends I can see sticking around for a while.
4. if you were stuck on an island who and what would you bring? why? I would bring my sister because she's brave and I'd bring my iPhone in hopes that I can still get data on the island, lol.
5. what is one thing you cannot live without?  I don't think I could live without my iPhone, it's a Godsend.
   
6. how would you describe yourself in one word? Inquisitive
7. what's your favorite summer song at the moment? Burna Boy - Like To Party
8. if you were to dress/style/makeup a celebrity for an award show who would you pick? I'd pick Gabrielle Union, she's just a beauty!
9. who is your fashion inspiration?  YouTube guru "Lover For Fashion" love her style!
10. what do you think about the Leibster Award Tag? I think this is really awesome and bless the heart of whoever started this!
11. would you rather: summer or winter? SUMMER! Although I'm a winter baby.

My 11 Questions

1. What beauty product you cannot live without?
2. What is your nationality/ethnicity?
3. What is your [inspiring] profession?
4. Reason behind the name of your blog?
5. How would you explain your fashion sense?
6. What is your Zodiac sign?
7. Why did you start blogging?
8. What is your favorite quote?
9. What do you believe is your best quality/feature?
10. What social media site do you frequent? 
11. What is your favorite  spring/summer trend?

I Tag..

1. Exit Wounds 
2. The Bobbed Brunette
3. Style By Julz
4. Just Porsh
5. A la mode wearhouse
6. Erica Fae
7. Honey Tan
8. Ultimate Ohh La La
9. Sincerely Miss J
10. Mixed Beauty
11. Girl From Town

 This was fun! Hope you all enjoy. 

xo

Queen of Frugality

As a fashion inclined student with cheap pockets, sales and clearance racks are my best friends. I love getting bargains and receiving the most out of my money spent. My friends always compliment me on my outfit & how I dress well, wanting to go shopping with me and how or where do I get my clothes from. I don't really think about a certain "store" when I shop, I just like to wear whatever looks appealing. Whether it be thrift, department or Target. Even when I'm monetarily established, I'll still be a frugal shopper!

I went shopping with my mother a couple of days ago and I'm so happy about my purchases! We visited the local Dillard's, because this particular location is a clearance center so they always have deals and sales. I ended up getting a blouse, two shorts and a pair of heels all for $40!! Yes, 40 dollars, while the retail value of the overall purchase retails nearly $230. I was AMAZED!

The item that I'm really happy about are these Dolce Vita DV Demi High Heels. These retail for $99 but I snagged these babies up for $17! Is that a deal or what?! I never owned any red heels, and I've been wanting some for a long time; this was Godsend, lol.

I picked up this blouse for $12 (orig. $59), and each sequined shorts for $5 (orig. $29). I might do a lookbook featuring these items.

Speaking of being frugal, I also love getting samples. Whether it's at department stores, grocery stores or online, I don't have a problem on stocking up on samples. Plus it'll give me a chance to try something I probably would have not tried before.

I'm really big on hair samples now, because I want to take better care of my hair. I'm trying to wean myself off relaxers so I want to know what product works best for my coarse hair. I've also received fragrance samples, a stylus for my iPhone, anti-wrinkle serum system (don't ask, lol), toiletries and even magazines! (Bazaar, Ebony, Fitness, etc).

I'm so happy I got my phone case in! It's such a beaut!

This past weekend I went to Atlanta with my besfriend and had the time of my life! I'll make another post about that, with pictures, but honestly, I truly enjoyed myself. My blog's 1 year anniversary was this past weekend, JUNE 15TH, awww yay! I'm really getting the hang of blogging, so hopefully I can keep up the pattern.

Yellow Polka Dot Bikini.

I can't believe that June is flying by, it's the 10th already! My younger brother turns 17 today, eeek! 
In less than a month, I'll be starting my Summer Academy for Pharmacy School. Speaking of, I'm fundraising book tuition so if you're interested in donating, please visit here. I got an email stating that I will be receiving my college diploma via mail!

Also, today is National Iced Tea Day (in the States, from what I know) FREE 16 oz Cup of Iced Tea at Teavana

Dress: Forever 21 x Clutch: eBay x Shoes: Shoedazzle x Lips: NK Ruby Red

This past weekend I attended this club-like 21 & up lounge with my best friend. I feel either old or over the whole club scene, and I'm only 22! I didn't really enjoy myself, though I tried making the best of it. Even a fight broke out around midnight! That's how I immediately knew that I am over this environment. I prefer hanging with friends in a chill setting, but people always like to "go out", especially on Saturday nights.

edit: Photos from that night were posted online.

I've been loving this nail color by China Glaze "Yellow Polka Dot Bikini", it just screams summer to me, as well as vivid, bright and all words synonymous. In fluorescent light, it's a neon yellow highlighter color but in my room's cream lighting, it's seems more of a bright yellow.

In other news, I finally got my iPhone 5! I can mark that off my June wants list. My contract with AT&T finally ended and my father ended up switching all of us to T-Mobile. So my brothers for the Samsung Galaxy 4 while he, my mother, sister and I got the iPhone 5. I've been playing with my phone like crazy. Awesome camera, but I need to take my photos in daylight so it won't look so grainy. I cannot wait for my phone cases to come in, I've been treating my phone so delicately, plus it's ultra light! Like holding a remote or something. It should be coming in this week so I shall be patient. I also ordered some gold jewelry online and picked up the infamous white Zara skort that has been surfacing the blog-sphere. I can't wait to style it.

My June Wishlist

1. Black minimalist ankle strap sandal heel
2. Guess oversized gold watch
3. River Island small two toned watch
4. Colour small water droplets necklace from Choies
5. 2009 Honda Accord sedan in black
6. Juicy Couture perfume (fell in love with this scent all over again)

Hope you all enjoy your week!

Dear 2013.

RECAP OF 2012.

I spent my New Years Eve at church, where I feel the most comfortable bringing the new year in. Unfortunately, it was raining and cold prior to the time I had to attend church so I didn't get to wear what I initially intended to wear for my New Year's outfit; I'll just wear it some other time. I opted for a sweater, jeggings and my knee high boots - just decided to be simple and warm. 

School starts less than 2 weeks. Ahh :-O. I've been enjoying this winter break; spending it with friends and family, as well as laying around while watching movies on Netflix. I'm going to miss this state of being carefree soon. *sighs. I hope you all brought in the New Year on a positive note! 

I have a lot to look forward this year 2013, there's a couple of things I want to accomplish.

1. Turn 22 years old.
2. Create a fitness routine.
3. Graduate college with Honors.
4. Receive admission to pharmacy school.
5. Get a new car (hopefully an Acura TL).
6. Travel new places (ie. London, ATL, Cali) during school breaks.
7. Clean out & slim down my wardrobe.
8. Maintain this blog.
9. Learn how to do my own hair.
10. Cook another country's dish.
11. Get wisdom teeth removed.
12. Detest procrastination
13. Learn how to appreciate life more.

Edit 5/24: I was able to cross out 7/13 things off the list and it's only May.  Yay!
xo Sally

Happy Holidays!

Top: Forever 21 x Leather skirt: Foreign Exchange (similar here or here) x Wedges: Shoedazzle x Braided necklace: Express x Rose Gold Watch: Michael Kors

I'm contemplating if I should do OOTD posts. Thing is, I don't walk around with a fancy Nikon Nikon DSLR or whatever, but I do have a digital camera, yet again I don't carry it in tow; just my handy dandy iPhone. Anywho, I'm back at home in my parents house for the holidays. Glad the semester is over! Finished with a 3.4 (darn Anatomy 2), can't wait for my last semester in the spring.

You know how you have younger brothers, and you can't watch them grow like you use to, then you come home and they look like men but still are teenagers? Yeah, that's exactly what I think of my baby brothers, it's astonishing. I now feel like the relatives who come over once in the blue moon for the holidays and are amazed how much you've grown, as if they expect you to remain a small size forever. Haha!

In the midst of being at home, I've done some Christmas shopping, with the giftcard daddy gave me, as expected. As well as my other giftcards from H&M via Wrapp from friends. At H&M I paid $6 for a $26, fanastic or what?! I picked up a fitted, short-sleeved dress in green and navy blue linen pants with a zip on the side. I also stopped by the nearby thrift shop and bought two tops for $5.89. One of the tops were $5.45, but evidently the cashier wasn't paying attention because she kept complimenting me and we had light conversation, or she simply could've done it out of courtesy, either way, I'm not complaining!

It's currently 3 am and I cannot sleep since I dozed off earlier after supper. I know I'm going to be paying for it later, but I'm glad that it's Christmas Eve! In fact, I'm glad that I made it to see this day, and it's nothing but the blood of Jesus that we all can share this delightful day, and the day that follows it. So many people died this year, it's unreal but surreal. As I finished typing this, my friend sent me a message on Facebook, stating this;  

"The Spirit of the Lord would say to you .. don't regret .. let it go says the Lord for I will make it work out in a way that you would least expect it to.. move forward. Don't look back." 

 Wow. That's crazy and it was totally random. I immediately got chills but then I cracked a smile and told him "Thank you!" Sometimes, all we need to just hear the Word. Anyhow, not that I need anymore clothes or things of that nature, but a gal can never have too much, can't she? I did some online shopping on eBay while I was awake yesterday night (I need to go to sleep and stop taking night naps) and bought some jewelry. I will probably show a haul of it when they get delivered.

However, this is my wishlist on what I'm currently eyeing, and hope to add to my closet in about 1-2 months. Especially dresses for my 22nd birthday and graduation. I feel like I'm obsessed with the color wine and skater skirts/dresses.

Happy Holidays to you all, I hope you get to spend this time with friends, family and loved ones and it'll be filled with happiness!
xo Sally

Neglection...I admit it.

Well... it has certainly been a couple of months since I've updated my blog. I figured this would happen, eager to start something but at times, lose the passion to keep fueling it. I still like my blog and I am gonna stick it out, maybe it'll touch someone, or help someone out... in someway.

Moving on, the semester of Fall '12 is officially over! Term grades should be in by next week, I'm aiming for a 3.3-3.5 semester GPA; we'll see. In other news, yesterday I received an email for an interview invite to Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Pharmacy (long name I know)!!!! *screams* I was so happy, and nervous and almost fainted. I was talking to my best friend on the phone when I opened the email and immediately screamed. I told her why, obviously, and she screamed right along with me. Then I was like "Girl I gotta call you back, gotta call my mommy" haha. So I Facetime'd my mom, and she was at work but I couldn't contain my excitement. Once I told her what was up, she was telling all her coworkers (parents sure do like to boast about their child). I know the interview invite is only one of the earlier steps in the pharmacy path, but just getting over the barrier by Admissions committee (as well as not have your application thrown out) just has me in a good spirit. It is only 1 out of 3 schools I applied, to so I'm waiting for the other invites.

Aside from all that jazz, and school, I've just really been enjoying my down time when I'm not so busy with school, organizations and things of that nature. I love to go out, and not spend money (and let folks spend money on me rather) and just enjoy my young adult life before I'm sucked back into school again. Plus, I graduate in the spring so I might as well indulge a bit while I'm still in undergrad.

UTSW Medical Minority Conference with my good friend, Sade.
Blazer: Forever 21 x Khaki Knee Length Skirt: Forever 21 (similar here) x Black Pumps: GoJane (similar here) x Necklace: eBay shop

Dinner date at Sorrento Ristorante.
Black sleeveless turtleneck: Gift x Printed jeans: JCPenney x Gold cap-toe black pumps: ShoeDazzle 

It finally started to get cold like this past Sunday, I was beginning to think we'd be wearing tank tops and shorts instead of cute holidays sweaters for Christmas. Speaking of sweaters, I've been purchasing sweaters a lot, and ever since they've opened a H&M here, my money has been on life support, LOL. I need a job! I'm contemplating on going back to Bath & Body Works, I kind of miss it... BLAH! I can't stop shopping, or online browsing for that matter, so I'm constantly looking for discounts and sale deals. I've recently discovered this app called Wrapp, which basically provides a discount in a giftcard format - which is FINE by me, help me save $5-10 please :-)

I'm going home for the holidays and I know my folks are going to ask me what I want (as if it makes a difference because they usually give my siblings and I Visa gift-cards) but I do hope they're extra generous with the good news I received at hand. However, I've recently made some online purchases so I can't wait for them to get here! I've made of collage of them below. 

 1) Wet n Wild Silk Finish Lipstick, Fuchsia with Blue Pearl 521A. 2) Prada inspired sunglasses 3) Zara inspired shoes from Shoedazzle. 4) Gold plated waist belt. 5) Faux leather skirt. 6) Gold and black wallpaper print jeans from JCP. 7) Fuschia pumps from Shoedazzle (Got both shoes for $25, ya feel me?!) 8) Comfy sweater from H&M. 9) Blazer from online store on eBay.

So this was a long awaited update that was necessary. Sorry for all the iPhone photos, lol, who carries a digital camera anymore? It's like either you have a really expensive camera, or your cell phone camera HAHA (you know I'm right).

xo Sally Ifeoma