*This post contains Amazon affiliate links. This means that I may receive a small commission (at no cost to you) if you subscribe or purchase something through the links on this page.* No matter how long you've been married, there are always ways to improve your marriage. Being happily married take a lot of hard work, but it isn't impossible. The pandemic has either made things better or worse. Couples are spending endless hours together, dealing … [Read more...]
4 Easy Ways to Empower Black Males in Your Classroom
Did you know that education is dominated by women? Especially in elementary schools? Given all the tragic events that are happening in our country, learning how to empower black males is more important than ever. I've been an educator for 12 years and I've worked in Title I schools for many of those years. My heart for empowering black males begins with my own family. I am the oldest of 4 children, and my three younger siblings are black males. They are all … [Read more...]
The Best Ever Pumpkin Eggnog
Have you ever tried pumpkin eggnog? I'm a pumpkin spice everything kind of girl and I'm not ashamed. My birthday is September 27th, and I live for all things fall. I was more into sweet potato than pumpkin until my adult years. And then I wondered why it took me so long. One of my favorite drinks that I enjoy during the holidays is eggnog. Couple that with pumpkin and I am in heaven!! This pumpkin eggnog recipe is perfect as a stand-alone drink, … [Read more...]
Why You Should Take (Too Many) Pictures Of Your Kids
My family should be use to it by now, but sometimes when I get out my phone or camera, my kids groan a little bit. It may be worse as they grow older. Yes, sometimes it’s OK to just be in the moment without photographs to document your every memory. However, I am a huge advocate of taking pictures of your kids as often as possible. It may sound cliche, but it does go so fast! Here are some reasons why you should take pictures of your kids as often … [Read more...]
How to be an Ally in #Blacklivesmatter Today and Everyday
This post contains affiliate links. This means that I may receive a small commission (at no cost to you) if you subscribe or purchase something through the links on this page. I've seen so many friends, influencers, and acquaintances posting online lately. They want to know how to be an ally in #blacklives matter. On one hand, it's been so refreshing to see people of every race and nationality joining together for a common cause. Black people need the … [Read more...]
Living While Black: The Day to Day Plight of Black Women
Being a black woman in today's day and age is hard. The death of Ahmaud Abrey Breonna Taylor has brought to light many issues in our country that have yet to be resolved. In both cases, innocent black Americans were minding their own business and were murdered. Their families were left grieving without resolution and without justice for the murders. Ahmaud Arbery was a 25-year-old black male running in his own neighborhood when he was cornered and gunned down … [Read more...]
4 Toxic Friendships I’m Saying Goodbye to in 2020
Toxic friendships are tricky. They sneak up on you after you've poured yourself out past your capacity. You make excuses for people because they are friends, and you often give them too many chances. If you have a big heart like mine, even when people try to warn you, you find yourself giving too much of yourself because you are a glass-half-full kind of person. Listen, I've been there. I've had to say goodbye to friendships I thought … [Read more...]
The Best Quarantine Friendly Teacher Appreciation Gifts
Teachers sacrifice much of their time and energy for the good of their students. That's why Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4-8) is so important. It's an opportunity for us to show them how much we appreciate all that they do. Ever since our country (and the world) has been turned upside down, it's been difficult for everyone to work from home--especially teachers. Teachers are calling students, creating lessons online, having Zoom classroom calls, … [Read more...]
6 Things Every Mom Needs to Avoid During the Pandemic
Every mom needs to feel like her feelings are important. This pandemic has made it tough. We are so busy taking care of our families in a different way, that our feelings sometimes get neglected. Not just by our loved ones, but by ourselves. We are making sure our kid's assignments get done and that our husbands have a quiet place to work at home. Or we are the essential workers who are maintaining a sense of normalcy while everyone else is at home. This new … [Read more...]