40 is the new 40!

With all the "reinventing" that's being talking about these days - blank is the new blank, Aceil chose to go against the trend and tell it just as it is.

"I'm 40! But wait a minute, because I'm not just 40, but I'm the new 40," says the mother of 2.

Aceil, better known as CiCi, is ready to take on this new chapter in her life and is in no way trying to call it something that it's not.

She states in a recent interview, "I'm in a new place in my life right now. I've grown a lot in the last year or so. Made some grand changes in my life within the last few months and I'm just ready to move forward in this new chapter. I'm excited to be 40!"

She is serious about growing and changing and has the tattoo to prove it. The Washington, DC native, just got a double tattoo for her b'day that reads: Growth. The exact same tattoo also reads: Change. It's the most creative thing I've seen in this art form.

CiCi has already completed her birthday photo-shoot with Bill Lee, photographer extraordinaire of Real-Life Photos to capture her new transformation.

So what's next for the fab lady of September?

"Well, I have a private birthday celebration planned this weekend with my family and close friends. I'm working on my business, Excel with Aceil and I'm looking forward to lots of play-dates with my youngest daughter, Gisele."

I would be proud of 40 too if I looked as good. Clearly, in my case, 40 will be the new 25! Haaaaayyyyy!!!

I appreciate the time spent with CiCi to capture the coolness in her old age (smile). Even though this chica does not look a day over 29! Lol! It's been really fun hanging out and Girard Street can't wait to cover your "50 & Fabulous" story.

Now, let's party!
Chas B

"It's Settled!"

Last night I visited Spirit of Faith's Brandywine location and received a wonderful blessing - spiritually and financially. Originally the church would have been visited in honor of my cousin, Gisele's baby dedication. However, my plan to "leave early" came to an "I receive it" halt! We were receiving blessings ALL night. The spirit of the Lord moved through the temple in a very confirming way. I could feel things being settled in my life, at my home, on my job... I mean, every word seemed to have my name in front of it. How did I end up here? At this moment? At this time? To receive this word, that I desperately needed? It seemed like every word that came from Pastor Freeman's mouth was on point to what I needed. Talk about being at the right place at the right time. Sheesh!

I thank God for settling it for me!

Chas B

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