As your teens submit their college applications, it is also important to consider financial aid. FAFSA Although it was scheduled to open to the general public on December 1st, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA) is now open. … Read More
Last year, multiple acquaintances passed away unexpectedly. It caused me to question if my estate plan was in order if (God forbid) something was to happen to me. That is why I jumped at the opportunity to conduct a Q … Read More
Do you remember FamilyFun magazine? I was looking through my old emails and I saw one that included some Valentine’s Day recipes for kids that they had wanted me to share with you. Well…better late than never. Enjoy these adorable … Read More
Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching. Whether you’re celebrating alternative (chocolate anyone?) or alternative types of love, these Valentine’s Day shirts are sweet treats. Anti-Valentine’s Day Shirts Love Is In The Air Try Not To Breathe ($22) Nah I’m Good ($18.99) … Read More
I hope that everyone has had a wonderful start to the year. I have missed writing here for the last six months. Since my “Word of the Year” for 2023 is ENJOY, I have decided to write here when I … Read More
Last month was a blur…in a good way. My oldest son Michael graduated from Townsend Harris High School and is all registered for his fall college classes. Where did the time go?! Michael is moving forward and so am I. … Read More
Juneteenth is June 19th. It is one of the oldest celebrations commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. It is the anniversary of the day in 1865 when Union soldiers finally brought the news to Galveston, Texas that … Read More
Today is National Cheese Day. The celebration reminded me of a cheese-themed event that I attended about a decade ago. That is why I’m resharing this post about cheese pairings – the best way to pair cheese with various foods … Read More
Mother’s Day (or any day!) is a great time to buy gifts and experiences for moms. Personally, I am still smiling from celebrating my mom’s 70th birthday earlier this month. It was such a great reminder of how important it … Read More
It’s wonderful when a qualified (Harvard Law School graduate; former clerk for a Supreme Court justice; judge on the D.C. Circuit Court, etc.) Supreme Court justice like Ketanji Brown Jackson is confirmed. Add the historic nature (the first Black woman … Read More