The holidays are here if you haven't noticed. With everything on your mind please remember to be safe. State Farm has provided us with some tips to keep you and your family out of harms way during this season. Can you answer these questions? Q: What are the most common causes of holiday fires in residences? A: Overloaded electric outlets & faulty wires Q: How long … [Read more...]
Archives for 2011
Review: Say Anything Family Edition Board Game
Looking for a board game that's family friendly and not one of the same old games that you've been playing since you were a kid? If you answered yes then the family edition of Say Anything may be just for you. We were given a free copy back in October when we were speaking at a social media conference and our kids love it. When we played it with the kids it was hilarious. … [Read more...]
Program Alert: Melanie Fiona on Verses & Flow #versesandflow
I'm really, really hoping that TV One sees the value in this amazing show that they've pulled together called Verses and Flow. Have you been watching this season? Every week some of the best young soul artists grace the stage alongside spoken word poets to deliver amazing performances. This week will be no different when you can tune in and watch Melanie Fiona. The episode … [Read more...]
How Do We Instill Positivity In Our Children?
Maybe I watch too much TV, or drive by my neighborhood schools at the wrong time, but I must admit the results of a new study of roughly 73,000 teens are surprising to me. The study, by the Archives of General Psychiatry indicates that Asian and African-American teens are less likely to use and abuse illegal drugs than whites and other races. As a result, African-American teens … [Read more...]
Is Your Marriage Inspiring Singles to Get Married Or Sending Them In The Opposite Direction?
Not that our marriage should influence others as much as they actually do, but this idea is something to keep in mind. There are singles who have an honest desire to be married. It is quite natural to want to share your life with that special someone. In our lives, I am sure we have relatives and friends that are going to apply some of what they learn from us to their marriage. … [Read more...]
Four Relationship Resolutions You Should Make For 2012
It's almost time for us to countdown to 2012 and think about what's good from 2011 that we'd like to carry over into the new year. I know I grew a lot as a person these past twelve months and my husband and I have a lot of positive momentum pushing us forward. But no matter where you are in your marriage, there is always room for improvement. I did a little thinking and I … [Read more...]
Discovery Kids Launches Puterbugs, a Digital-Friendly Leaning Website
by Terrance Gaines Let's face it, our kids understand and use technology way before we did. My 3 year-old knows more about an iPhone than my mother does. As a result, parents will have to dive right in and find tools and resources that will get their kids up and running in the "Digital Age". Discovery Kids has launched Puterbugs, a learning website for kids that teaches … [Read more...]
8 Tips To Protect Your Identity During The Holidays
The holiday season is in full swing. During this season in particular, an abundance of personal and sensitive information is being generated including store receipts, credit card bills and travel documents. All of this information can leave you vulnerable to identity theft. I know personally, I have a purse full of debit/credit card receipts. As I have mentioned in previous … [Read more...]
Art Of Love Relationship Series: Women As Breadwinners
Although the Art of Love series has officially ended, it continues to have a powerful impact on couples everywhere. As I personally gained valuable lessons during this 11-day series, it is a must I continue to share with my BMWK family. This conversation, just like the ones prior, was awesome. The dialogue focused on what happens when women are the breadwinners in the home. … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: New Years’ Eve Getaways!
There are four more shopping days till Christmas and it's the perfect time to book that New Years Eve getaway. Southwest (Airlines) Vacations wants to you to spend it in the city that never sleeps, Las Vegas. The travel industry predicts that airfares will rise by 10% this week for all holiday travel, but not on Southwest Airlines. If you book one of their great vacations … [Read more...]
Three Things That Are More Likely To Fail Than Your Marriage
Just about any time a marriage conversation comes up the old stat gets thrown out, "More than half of all marriages fail." It's like they're trying to convince you that your odds of staying married are about the same as getting struck by lightning while riding a unicorn right after you win the lotto. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, about 43 percent … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Estelle, Erykah Badu, Marsha Ambrosius – “Back To Life”– VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul
Estelle, Erykah Badu, Marsha Ambrosius and Questlove perform "Back To Life" at VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul. Estelle, Erykah Badu, Marsha Ambrosius and Questlove Perform "Back To Life" … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Jill Scott – “Hear My Call” – VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul
Jill Scott performs "Hear My Call" at VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul. Jill Scott Performs "Hear My Call/He Loves Me" … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Jennifer Hudson, Mary J. Blige and Kelly Clarkson – VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul
Watch as Jennifer Hudson performs "Spotlight," Mary J. Blige performs "Real Love" and Kelly Clarkson performs "Since U Been Gone." The Bookends, Jennifer Hudson, Mary J. Blige & Kelly Clarkson Open VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul - Music Videos - Live Performances … [Read more...]
Missing Person Spotlight: Unique Harris of Washington, DC
Unique Harris Case Type: Endangered DOB: Jan 01, 1986 Missing Date: Oct 09, 2010 Age Now: 25 Missing City: Washington Missing State: DC Case Number: x Gender: Female Race: Black Complexion: Medium Height: 5-7 Weight: 130 Hair Color: Black Hair Length: Medium Eye Color: Brown Wear Glasses or Contacts: No Location Last Seen: She was last seen on Saturday, … [Read more...]