body image
“I have had an issue with the discoloration of my neck since I was a child.”
“When you look at my body, my eyes and unique facial expres- sions speak for everything. You can dance with my heart and heavy laughter, which has produced two distinct creases in my face. My complexion is a mix of caramel and dark choco- late. My ‘thunder thighs,’ as my mother calls them, accent
my toned calves. My dreads describe the heritage of my ethnicity and complement the natural feel and touch of genuine beauty.”
“I have had an issue with the discoloration of my neck since I was a child. Many of my peers reported that I did not take a shower and never washed my neck. Not the case at all, I have pockets of blackened areas throughout my body due to the diabetic history of my family.”
“I was also diagnosed with Lymphedema in 2007. I had to come to reality with the fact that I would not be able to wear heels again for a long period of time. So, this transition in my life appeared to take the life out of me. Vanity. However, I am strong now, and really am blessed that I am still in stage one, and able to walk.”
“I love to go natural; I rarely wear makeup daily; a little eye liner and mascara and that’s it. Hot scarves, banging acces- sories, and poppin’ neckline tops draw the attention back to my eyes — that’s key. Dressing and being confident
has all become a part of ‘me loving me.’ I have identified my strong features, and allowed them to carry my weaknesses.” Sheyvette
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