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Are you tired of waiting as yet? Or is all the excitement and suspense leading up to the GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH intoxicating? I prefer the latter! I could just hear the speakers blaring in my ears with all the sweet sounds of soca right now. It's one thing in a fete, but it's definitely something else on the road! So who's ready????!!! I am no pan arranger or musical genius, but as a reformed non-fan (of soca music) here's my top ten soca songs for 2019! 10. Gyal Owner - All I have to say is, it's true. 9. Lost & Found (Preedy) - This song is real jones yes but i'm so glad that there are so many younger artistes releasing music this year! 8. Trending (Shal Marshall) - Issa bop! 7. Iron Love (Nailah Blackman) - Rel pan ting! 6. So Long (Nadia Batson) - This song grew on me. 5. Hookin' meh - I know this is a fave for everyone, but it's #5 for me. 4. Issa Snack (Nessa Preppy) - This is a bigggggggggg chhhhhuuunnnnneee fi di gyul dem...

The Casually Living Blog Presents Bites & Banter - A Women’s Empowerment Event The event, Bites & Banter is in honour of Women’s Day and will be occurring at a restaurant located at #135 Southern Main Road, Marabella. The scheduled date and time is Sunday, March 10th, 2019 from 3.00 to 5.00 p.m. and featuring two female guest speakers. This event is targeted for women ages 18 and above. Attendees who secure their tickets would be the recipients of refreshments, have chances to win sponsored prizes from local entrepreneurs and partake in empowering activities.  Guest speakers include Ms. Tracy Tuitt, Co-Founder and Facilitator of the I Am Movement which is an organization geared towards teaching women how to accept and celebrate their bodies through a series of dance classes. The I Am Movement supports and promotes body positivity and self-love which is the basis of Ms. Tuitt’s address at the upcoming event. The second feature speaker is Ms. Chinnelle Jagro...

I made a piñata for a family event and decided I should share the process with you guys! So here's a quick guide on how to make a piñata for yourself! Now I am by no means a professional DIYer, but at least I can say that I tried! You'll need: A pair of scissors Tape/ Glue Cardboard or any type of sturdy material for the piñata itself Treats/Goodies Tissue/Kite/Crepe Paper (any paper of your choice) Step 1: Prep Cut the cardboard into two circles and some strips for the sides. The size of the circles depends on how large you would like the piñata to be. Similarly for the strips, the length depends on the circle's size. You'd have to make sure that the strip/s can go around, just about the entire circle. You'll see why a little further down. Read on! Step 2: Making the Frame   Now you'd have to tape up the strip for around the circle. A trick is to tape the cardboard strip up on the sides first (vertically) so that i...

This is a short one! Don't forget Valentines Day is soon! I hope you have a great one filled with lots of sweet things. Such a day was created to tempt persons like me to steer away from our diet but i'm stronger than that. You will not defeat me this year sugar! It's quite possible couples may have a date night to celebrate Valentines Day and the restaurants will be filled. If you're into waiting for a table and you like going out much, then do you boo. But I prefer staying in. Basic, but whatever. I just like the whole idea of ordering the same food from your favourite restaurant (that you would buy if you go out) and having it in the comfort of your own home. Put the food on some nice plates, light some candles, throw some rose petals on the table, play some romantic music and have a nice dinner. You see it in the movies all the time and I know it seems corny and cheesy but have you ever had cheesy popcorn? It's a great combo! Ha! I really have t...