Loads of thanks to @CocaCola for inviting me to the 2014 Essence Music Festival and for taking care of my travel and accommodations. #CokeESSENCEFest I’m so honored to share that I’ve been invited by Coca-Cola to be a VIP Mom Blogger guest for the 20th Annual Essence Music Festival presented by Coca-Cola in New Orleans!…
Category: Moms
Why Are You Afraid To Be Great?
My friend Yolonda asked me a question the other day that I’ve been pondering this entire weekend. She said to me, “Why are you afraid to be great?” It’s not something that I hadn’t thought of before, but having a friend ask me that in a middle of a conversation where I was sharing an idea…
How To Be A Better Friend In 20 Minutes Or Less
In my twenties, I was a way better friend than I am now. Back then, things were much more simple. There was no child and no husband. I had a lot more energy, and I think, although I can’t prove it for a fact, that there were more hours in the day. My girlfriends and…
Beach On A Whim – Kohl’s Summer Collection
Summertime is my favorite season for fashion. Being in a climate where it never really gets TOO hot makes summer even more enjoyable. I love that I don’t have to be chained to shorts or short dresses because it’s too warm to wear pants or maxi dresses. For the most part, anything goes! Because of…
Awestruck And Anticipation
Five years ago today, I was sitting in my small, 4 room apartment in Philadelphia with a newborn Ayva. Just 7 days old, we had only gotten out of the hospital 2 days earlier. The first night, my our home was filled with people. My sister, Ayva’s godmother, and godfather all stayed the night to…