Father’s Day 2021 is on Sunday, June 20th. Let’s hear it for the dads – this year more than ever! I had one of the best Mother’s Day/Mother’s May last month so I want to make sure that dads are … Read More
This school year has had its share of challenges. If my household is any indication, NYC public school teachers and students are hanging on by a thread. Fortunately, June 25th is the last day of NYC public school. My youngest … Read More
I’m happy that things are starting to open up again. I’m looking forward to dressing up more often BUT keeping cozy is here to stay. I have more tees and tanks than I have ever had in my adult life. … Read More
Since Mother’s Day and my birthday are in May, it is a double celebration month for me each year. I think that all moms need more than one day of being celebrated though. With all of the juggling that we … Read More
In last week’s budgeting post, I shared that I prefer to increase my income rather than cut my expenses in order to balance our household budget. Today, I want to share some ideas for multiple streams of income. Eight of … Read More
Last week, a friend shared a brief but powerful Facebook update: “Your black friends are emotionally exhausted.” U. Eze I know that my Mom in the City audience is racially diverse (by intention) but today’s post is geared primarily towards … Read More
It was meant for me to do a MOOSOO air fryer review… Credit: MOOSOO Recently, I reinstalled my Instagram app on my phone so that I could share some random life moments. (I’m at @nycmominthecity on Instagram.) I’m glad that … Read More
When I like the Pantone Color of the Year, I usually update my bedroom and bathroom with the colors. Since I really like the Pantone Colors of the Year 2021 (Illuminati Yellow and Ultimate Gray), I added a few items … Read More
Are you doing anything special for Easter brunch or dinner this year? Like Easter 2020, things are different this year due to the pandemic. Hopefully, we’ll be able to resume our normal Easter celebrations by 2022. Meanwhile, my family will … Read More
This past Sunday, my husband Reggie and I led a virtual Spring-themed Youth and Family Devotional. One of the highlights was the virtual scavenger hunt. The tweens, teens, adults (and even some kids/younger siblings who joined in) seemed to enjoy … Read More