Where did I go? As I walk to the mirror to see what it shows. The face that looks back at me holds- A resemblance of a girl I used to know. Her eyes, though the same color are darkly tinted with hurt and fear, blood and punishment,confusion and hate. Her body wears scars of…
Finally got a chance to see Almost Christmas and I loved it! Aside from it being reminiscent of a Soul Food/This Christmas hybrid, the casting was the perfect recipe for endless laughs and foolery. Just in case you haven’t seen it, I’ll try not to spoil it for you but I do recommend it! Check…
This past weekend was absolutely amazing! I celebrated my one-year wedding anniversary on New Year’s Eve at my favorite restaurant, The Melting Pot and brought in the New Year with my family. I can remember, not so long ago, when New Years Eve signified party time. I wanted to hang out, have a drink or…
1 YEAR 12 MONTHS 365 DAYS 8,760 HOURS 525,600 MINUTES 315,360,000 SECONDS A couple of months ago I came across a blog post about a very interesting topic. When I saw the title of the post I immediately raised not one but both eyebrows and let out a quick hmm. As I read the content…
And this just in: “I’m making some changes in my life. If you don’t hear from me you were one of them.”~unknown So nice, I had to say it twice! The second time doesn’t sound as cruel as the first. At this stage of your life change, it actually might be music to your ears. Now…
“Your mind is where your problem is in the first place”. ~Sylvia Nasar, A Beautiful Mind. As mentioned in my previous post, Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Change?, transitioning from the person you are to the person you desire to be is a far cry from being simple. Mental preparation should be the first step…
Over the next few days I will be sharing my opinion on the importance of something we all need yet many despair. “Change is hard at first, messy in the middle, and gorgeous at the end.~ Robin Sharma The only thing harder than personal change is finding that needle in the haystack. Over the years…
A quick check-in as another week is nearing it’s end. Sundays are notorious for being church, laundry, house cleaning, big meal cooking, sports watching or do nothing all day kind of days because the new week – be it a work week, school week or homemaker week – is about to begin. Regardless of what…
Yesterday I had the opportunity to speak with the husband of a woman who had recently passed away. This was my first time ever speaking with him but I immediately felt a connection. He wasn’t sad about her passing. In fact, he was happy to share feelings about his wife’s life and death as well…
For those of you who are not familiar with Murphy’s Law it simply states anything that can go wrong will go wrong. Feels good to have a name for the chaos in your life now, doesn’t it? Have you ever had one of those days where Murphy’s Law and all of his friends camped out…
I never cease to be amazed at the foolishness that travels the lines of media across the world. By now you may have heard about the Moroccan TV show that aired a tutorial to teach women who have been victimized at the hands of their domestic abusers how to apply makeup to cover their bruises….
It’s amazing how normal everyday things can be a source of inspiration when you have the desire to write. Something as simple as a cup of coffee can help you tell a story. Imagine sitting across from someone whom you haven’t seen in years. Imagine, placed between the two of you, a table on which…
It’s true. Our family are the first friends we have in life. They are the ones who witness just about all of our firsts. They are the ones who pick us up when we fall-after they laugh, of course. They are the ones who wear our clothes without permission or steal the last ice cream…
Hi all! So, on Thanksgiving day, I spent a few hours in the emergency room where I presented for chest and neck pain. Thankfully, it turned out to be nothing serious. My dilemma is, since that day, I have not wanted to eat a single bite of beef, chicken, or turkey. I will eat seafood…
Morning people. You know who you are. You guys wake up like the Looney Tunes Tasmanian Devil and immediately start hurling your good mornings and chipper smiles all over the place. I secretly hate you! People who watch tv shows that you dislike but insist on having a full-blown, one-sided conversation with you in an…
Today, I want to piggyback, slightly, off of my last post on STI’s. A brief look at HPV. The Human Papillon Virus (HPV) is a very common sexually transmitted infection that is spread through vaginal, anal, or oral sex in both males and females. More than 40 classifications of this virus exist and, at some…
If your act of kindness is only for the camera or for the praise, it’s not kindness at all. It’s just an act. ~Liz McKenzie How many of you know someone who is always there to lend a helping hand BUT they have to prepare their acceptance speech first? How many of you are that…
As Sunday nears to an end, I prepare for the week ahead. Dinner made (vegetable lasagna and garlic bread). Check. Laundry done (done as in washed no guarantee on the fold). Check. Kids ready for school. They are today but, as routine goes, they won’t be able to find anything tomorrow. Ditto for my husband….
Sometimes there are things I want to say but don’t. Sometimes there are things I do say that just doesn’t come out right. Sometimes I am wrong- I’m human. Just know that the love I have for you is forever constant. There is nothing that I wouldn’t do to keep you happy and keep you…
Pregnancy has a way of uncovering many emotions. Shock, joy, fear, and excitement spread through expectant mothers and fathers as well as family and friends. The ability to procreate and carry another living being within your body is an amazingly beautiful thing that is not awarded to everyone. While baby is developing, mom and dad…
Well guys, it’s that time of the year again! With the start of New Years Resolution season vastly approaching, I thought it would be fitting to highlight some resolution inclusions that are definitely worth considering for the new year, new me crowd. Getting healthy and staying healthy is not just about what you eat and…
Have you ever been caught up in chasing fool’s gold? Jill Scott, poetically, described chasing a dream that didn’t exist in her soulful song with the same title. While driving around running errands one day, this song came on the radio. Now I have heard it hundreds of times but on that day I really listened to…
Whether you’re struggling with a new relationship or an older one, it helps to find the motivation to keep going. It’s not always easy to see your love for each other when you’re experiencing serious challenges. However, a healthy, fulfilling relationship is worth striving for. Try these strategies to keep yourself motivated through challenging times…
Relationships require consistency that will not always be smooth sailing. Here are a few affirmations to serve as a reminder of the important things and reinforce it with your free copy of the e-book, The Language of Love. Get your copy HERE. I embrace my love and I keep it constant. Because my love adds joy and…
Relationships have a natural lifespan. They come and they go. Depending on various internal and external factors, in some instances, you’ll be excited to see someone leave your life. Other times, it can be quite painful. With that being said, it’s important to know when a relationship has reached its natural end. Check out these…
New relationships are BAE! Committed relationships are goals but, sometimes, the road in between is r-o-c-k-y! Sometimes, to keep the peace, you feel like you need to modify this or change that…just as little bit. Soon you find yourself committed to change but the favor is rarely yours. Eventually you give in to so much change that you…
One of the best ways to guarantee goal-setting success is to ensure that each of your goals or New Year’s resolutions fits the SMART formula. SMART is an acronym that stands for Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Timely. When your goals have these characteristics, you are much likelier to achieve them. Goal Setting Success Setting…
