The Silver Kick Diaries

Bangles: Various, Ring: Vintage

Earring (bottom): F21, Necklace: Gifted

Ring: Posh

Watch: Vintage, Handbag: Jane Norman

Top and Skirt: Zara, Belt: H&M, Shoes: Payless.

So goes a Japanese proverb. I was reminded of it today when in the gym this girl came up to me and asked me if I'm Shabana from The Silver Kick Diaries. I said yes. She said she's been following the blog and loves it and that she's crazy about my shoe collection. It's so rare of a stranger coming up and saying something nice especially in this part of the world. And especially a girl complimenting a girl! But it made me feel so  nice and I couldn't wipe the smile off my face for quite some time later. So no, I'm not telling you to compliment me more {though it woudn't hurt. Just saying.} but just compliment people. Say nice things to them. To strangers. To your loved ones. Tell them they're appreciated. Tell them you like the shoes they have on. Kind words go a long way, trust me. So thank you Melissa. You just warmed my next winter.

Top: Pimkie, Blazer: from India, Leggings: Gap, Boots: Payless, Earrings: F21, Ring: New Look

What a day! I got the funniest and most gorgeous compliments today, both from strangers and a loved one. One man I just met asked me if I'm from Spain or Columbia. Another assumed I'm Jamaican (!) And two strangers called me beautiful. Unexpected compliments from strangers make my day. No, make that week. But unexpected compliments from people who I love and who love me are THE best. Like my fave high school teacher, who I spent the evening with, telling me, "In my heart, you'll always be a heroine". Awww! I'm overcome with emotion. Now if only I got more people to realize my awesomeness. Heheh.