Food, Wellness & Reinvention
This past weekend, the Youth and Family ministry of our church hosted our annual Christmas party. Since the white elephant gift exchange is always so much fun, we figured out how to host a virtual white elephant gift exchange on … Read More
In the midst of holiday celebrations, I want to acknowledge Kwanzaa, an African-American celebration of life, by highlighting the UJAMAA (Cooperative Economics) principle. Racial injustice and inequality have been a couple of the major themes of 2020. I believe that creating … Read More
This is the first year that I have done anything advent-related. (You can learn more about Advent on Brittanica.) 2020 has been a lot so I thought that it would be fun to do something new to count down to … Read More
Happy December! I’m looking forward to celebrating with friends and family (primarily virtually) this month. Last week, I wrote several holiday gift guides filled with ideas for any outstanding shopping that you need to get done. If none of those … Read More
It’s the end of the month(?!) In the How To Prevent Breakage And Retain Length In Natural Black Hair post from earlier this month, I said that I would share how to do a wash and go on natural black … Read More
According to Stanford University research, 42 percent of the U.S. labor force now works from home full-time in 2020. Since this new reality will probably continue post-pandemic, it’s important that those of us who work from home are properly equipped. Since I have … Read More
For 2020, staying active has become a family affair. Although my husband and sons are naturally thin, it’s important that they are moving around so that they can also remain healthy. They can’t just sit around our home all day. … Read More
Beauty gifts are highly personal. That is why I’m sharing picks based on what I especially loved this year for this “Beauty Gift Ideas for Mom” post. It’s important that you get gifts that the recipient would appreciate. If you … Read More
I have spent more time in the kitchen in 2020 than in previous years. I actually “wore out” some kitchen staples this year! That is why I’m sharing favorite kitchen gift ideas for fellow home cooks. 1. Purchased in 2020 … Read More
The 2020 holiday season will look and feel different this year. That doesn’t mean that it can’t be special though! Since food is one of the most popular gift categories for the holiday season, I want to share my favorite … Read More