So, the name is Sadaija, but I will keep it simple for y’all and let you call me Daija.

I’m the girl that doesn’t have it all together and not going to pretend as I do. I’m 25 years old, Marine Veteran, country girl with a little New York in her. College graduate, homeowner, dog mom and the rest I’m just figuring out as I go.

Life is not what we see on social media and Disney sold us false hopes. I want to be the one to share the experience of a woman unfiltered, unbeaten face, faithful clearance rack shopper and with much success winging life. I realized I am my own worst enemy. Had unsuccessful attempts setting my life timelines and living an extrovert life in an introvert body. I am slowly but, evidently trying to figure myself out.

What I have found out about myself is that I hate kool-aid (yes, I’m black and hate kool-aid). So, I’m not sure if that makes me black black or just black. Shopping is my therapy, even though I should come to terms that I never wear half the stuff in my closet. You will find me at home drinking wine instead of being in a club. I prefer bike rides, day drinking, comedy shows, and concerts. I’ve concluded that I will forever be stuck in the ’99s and ’00 because of today’s music will forever be left in confusion. I’ve come to terms that Dana will forever be my alias when it comes to ordering food.

I’m just documenting my journey of growth, learning, and accepting and conquering life. I feel like today is overly saturated with too many fakes and phonies that we tend to forget what is real life. I’m only here to give you authenticity, and I hope you do the same with yourself. So let’s get through what we need to get through and ride this shit out. -SMILE