Since I haven’t written about my natural black hair journey on this blog for a while and people often ask me about my hair, I decided to do an update to this post that was originally published on June 6, … Read More
Last night, the Community Education Council that I am a part of presented a town hall meeting with Dr. Dorita Gibson, NYC’s Senior Deputy Chancellor. (Originally, Chancellor Carmen Fariña was the featured speaker but she was called away at the … Read More
The first day of the school break (Friday, March 16th) was one of our favorites. We went to see Black Panther and later celebrated the Lunar New Year over Chinese food. Black Panther Outfits As you may have noticed, my family … Read More
I hope that everyone had a great school break last week. The last couple of weeks have been a fun blur for my family so I’ll be sharing it on the blog this week. Today, I’m writing about my visit … Read More
Today’s post was going to be about being “lucky in love”, but I’ll share about that when I “get back” from break. Due to the nation’s (latest) school shooting, the timing just doesn’t “feel” right… Rather, I’m rereading the answers … Read More
I’m rarely excited about Valentine’s Day. It has nothing to do with how “the romance” is going in my marriage. It’s just never been one of my favorites as an adult. I’m more of a birthday celebration type of person. … Read More
February is Black History Month and I have a couple of thoughts about that. 1. I think that it’s important for all Americans to learn Black history year-round, including in February. Ignorance is not bliss. Historically speaking: -The slavery of … Read More
When I first started blogging many years ago, I would participate in a “What’s On Your Nightstand” link-up with other blogging friends. Basically, we would share what we were currently reading. Since I’m going through a podcast/audiobook moment, I’m currently … Read More
The kids have recovered from their colds and stomach viruses so I’m back to work. (Yay!) Today, I’m talking about the truth that “Happiness is an accomplishment.” This saying was on my yogi “Throat Comfort” tea bag. While happiness is not … Read More
Both of my kids are home sick today, so this post will be short. Did you watch the “Big Game” last night? I didn’t but my husband and sons did. I went into the living room to get snacks and … Read More