We are counting down the days to Christmas and my last minute advice is Keep it simple! This year has thrown us a hefty dose of the unexpected and the last thing any of us need is unnecessary stress over Christmas gatherings or gifts. I wanted to put together a few easy event and gift
Vote, Vote, Vote!
The vote is the most powerful non-violent tool we have. -John Lewis I agree with this quote from Civil rights activist and the former U.S. Representative John Lewis, who passed away this year. 2020 has been a whirlwind for so many different reasons. The United States and the world have changed so much in one
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Picks (Items I actually use)
I used to really look forward to the #nsale but many of the items are sold year after year so I truly buy only basics now. Beauty items that tend to not go on sale and classic pieces that will last for years to come. 2020 has thrown us a loop and we are working
Everything you want is on the other side of a Boundary you refuse to place.
I’m sure you have heard that everything you want is on the other side of fear. Well, I am here to say that may be true but even if you conquer your fear, you need boundaries to accomplish your goal. In the season we are in, our Boundaries are critical, especially now. We are bombarded
Navigating the job market in a Challenging Economy
I graduated from law school in 2009. The Great Recession that began in 2008 led to some of the highest recorded rates of unemployment and home foreclosures in the U.S. since the Great Depression. In the summer of 2009, post-graduation, I remember going to bar study classes and hearing that people were either being laid
Resources to help you and your family manage the Coronavirus. #flattenthecurve
Let me start by saying that 2020 has been a year, ALREADY. While I have and continue to be, incredibly blessed, there have been trying times for the country as well. Currently, the US, and the world at large, is dealing with Coronavirus. What is the Coronavirus anyway? A virus that actually surfaced in 2019,
Black History Month
February is Black History Month. Black History Month was started in 1926 by Carter G Woodson and was originally only one week in length. In 1976, President Ford extended the week to one month. This is a month to remember the accomplishments and struggles of African Americans. This is a time to acknowledge intelligence, inventions,
Self- Love and how your wardrobe can help
Valentine’s Day was last week but my word for the year is Love, so I am constantly thinking about what that word means to me and how I can love others better. One of the best ways to love others better, is to truly learn to love ourselves FIRST. Even Jesus acknowledged the importance of
Happy New Year, and Party Planning?! #sponsoredpost
Is it too late to say Happy New Year?! This is my first official blog post of the New Year so I want to say Happy New Year to you! The beginning of any year can be busy. Time is spent recovering, cleaning up after the holidays, and getting into a set routine. Often we
Christmas Time is Here…Last minute gift ideas
Christmas is only a few days away. I have compiled a list of gift ideas on Amazon that are perfect for the last minute shopper. Just click here to head to my Idea list page I earn a small commission from your purchases at no cost to you. Have a Merry Christmas!