Raising Black boys is one of the most significant responsibilities that I will ever have. I spend a lot of time thinking about how to I encourage them and ensure they have a strong sense of self. There are systems that solely exist to eat my children alive. And, that…
It’s hard to believe that March is right around the corner. I’ve decided to re-introduce my “Tue Fabulous” series as a roundup of my top picks for the month. Given that Valentine’s Day was this month, you won’t be surprised that many items touch on love and faith. Digging deeper…
Pre-pandemic, I used to get a nasty case of the Sunday blues. It wasn’t so much about work itself. It was the dread of the AM hustle. I basically had to wake up by 5:45a to leave my house by 7:30a. Then, my commute could take anywhere from 50-70 minutes….
I love a good planner. It doesn’t stop there because I love all paper goods. I can black out in Target or Marshalls when I see notebooks, notepads and cards. I don’t need any more paper goods in my home. But, that’s not going to stop me. To stay on…
My son, Caleb, is one of the best kids that I know. He is smart, thoughtful, kind, and is always looking out for his mama and brothers. I’m still adjusting to the fact that he’s five now (!!) and will be starting kindergarten in the fall. But, I’m not the…
It’s always been important for me to give to and serve others who needed help. It’s an important life principle that I learned from my mother. As the stay-at-home orders began last year, I felt this incredible sadness and anxiety thinking about how COVID would impact families, especially in underserved…
Over the past few years, the boys and I have really gotten into Valentine’s Day. Honestly, I blame Target with all of their cute decor and clothing. That might have been how things started but we’ve evolved into making it a full-on love fest. This means displays of love within…
Reading about the health disparities faced by Black women makes me furious, angry, and sometimes fearful. This was especially true when I was pregnant with both of my boys. It scared me to read so many articles highlighting the worst of what the health care system could offer. It’s easy…
If you’re looking for an easy way to get your kids excited about helping other kids, I have the service project for you. Last month, the boys created “Birthday Party in a Bag” donations for our local food pantry. It’s a simple and meaningful way to show love to our…
Five years into the game, I can tell you that faith is no doubt a HUGE part of my motherhood journey. It’s faith in God, myself, my husband, the boys’ teachers, our doctors, and many more. For me, faith is having unwavering confidence and trust in God, even when life…
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