“Did you get your mammogram?” asked my husband. “No. When was the last time you had a physical?” I replied. “I’ll get my physical…when you get your mammogram,” He said. I said, “Bet.” We’re concerned about each other’s health. However, each of us is not exactly doing what we need to do, personally, to ensure that we are the healthiest we can be for each other and … [Read more...]
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#ComfortsFromHome – 3 Things You Can Do to Ensure Your Kids Always Want to Come Home
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Marie Callender's. The opinions and text are all mine. I moved away from home when I was 18 years old to go to college. And at first, I was happy to be freeeeeee! I was liberated. I could do what I wanted, I could stay out as late as I wanted. And, I didn’t have to ask permission for anything. All of that was … [Read more...]
5 Reasons We’re So Excited About the Jem and Holograms Movie Premiering Tomorrow
Tomorrow is the premiere of the Jem and the Holograms movie and everyone in our home is excited. (Well almost everyone...Lamar has contained his excitement...lol.) But the girls and I are getting ready for movie night on Friday and we may even dress up in honor of Jem. So here are 5 reasons we're so excited about #JemTheMovie: I loved the animated series that … [Read more...]
What I Do to Stop My Fear of Bugs from Rubbing Off on My Kids
This post is sponsored by OFF! ®, all opinions are my own. When I was young, my siblings and I roamed freely about my neighborhood, I understood the term “get home before the street lights come on.” And we pushed it to the limits every day, rushing home just as the lights began that eerie blinking. You may find it difficult to believe I grew up that way based on how I act … [Read more...]
Have a US Open Date Night Experience Within the Next 7 Days!
When was the last time you did something special on date night? I mean something that provided memories and stories that you'll share over and over again. We recently shared that keeping the spice in your marriage means switching it up. And that's exactly what we did this week at the US Open in New York city. We had an amazing time and want you to do the same. Lucky … [Read more...]
SayAhh! How to Determine if Your Sick Kids Are Bringing the Drama or If They Really Need a Doctor
It’s only been three weeks since our girls have been back in school and one of them has already missed three days of school because of a virus. And, I have missed two days of work because I caught it from her (thank goodness it was Thursday and Friday and I still had the weekend to recuperate). This cold and flu cycle has started too early this school-year! As a parent, I’m … [Read more...]
5 Reasons We Love the New 2016 Honda HR-V Crossover
Brought to you by Honda Finding the perfect balance isn’t easy, but pursuing it is everything. With the introduction of the all-new 2016 Honda HR-V Crossover, your journey just got a little smoother. From its multi-angle rearview camera to its luxurious leather trimmed interior, the Honda HR-V Crossover is the perfect balance of power and style in one luxury vehicle. Simply … [Read more...]
School Is Starting, But Here Are 3 Reasons Why Your Kids Need to Play More
Lamar and I recently spent the day at the headquarters of the Dr Pepper Snapple Group. We were invited to visit as a part of the Blogger Summit where we learned all about the Dr Pepper Snapple Group as a brand. And we learned about all of their great philanthropic efforts....which totally impressed us by the way. Who Likes Dr Pepper? First things first, everyone in our … [Read more...]
Why This Was the Best Vacation Ever…Without My Husband
Disclosure: I’m a Blogger Ambassador for Hilton Hotels® and I received a complimentary 2-night hotel stay at Homewood Suites Hotels. As always, all opinions are my own. I just came back from a great family vacation with the kids. Unfortunately, my husband was not able to attend because he was holding it down in the office while I held it down with the kids … [Read more...]
The 3 P’s to Planning the Perfect Family Reunion
Disclosure: I’m a Blogger Ambassador for Hilton Hotels® and I received a complimentary 2-night hotel stay at Homewood Suites Hotels. As always, all opinions are my own. There is no debating that family reunions are very important to African Americans. Now that our families are spread out all over the United States, we use family reunions as a way to stay connected and to … [Read more...]
Birthday Expressions: Love From His Heart to Mine
My husband knows my heart and that’s the best gift that he can give me. He knows exactly what I need, even during the times that I’m not able to articulate it. And that makes me love him even more. Every year he asks me what I want for my birthday. And each year, without fail, I say “nothing.” But somehow he knows. He knows when “nothing” means that I am sacrificing … [Read more...]
The Biggest Lesson I learned about Myself the Day My Mobile Phone Died
I'm not the type of person that has to have the hottest new device as soon as it comes out. I usually get something that I like and "I ride it until the wheels fall off." Which is exactly what I did with my iPhone 4. Yes, I know the iPhone 6 is out and is all the rage. But I was perfectly content with my iPhone 4, that is until it literally went black one day and would not … [Read more...]
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly about African American Family Reunions
Some of my fondest childhood memories involve family reunions. For our family, the reunions usually happened during the summer months. And it normally involved some sort of cookout in the yard (usually one of relatives had a big plot of land that we would use.) In later years, we started reserving picnic shelters at local parks and having the family reunions there. And on my … [Read more...]
My Father Taught Me How to Recognize a Good Man, And This is How He Did It
When I was growing up, my father rarely set me down to explain "what a good man is." He taught me through his actions. And when I started dating boys, he also told me things like, "Ronnie, a boy should come to the door when he's picking you from the house..." Or, " A young man shouldn't ever treat you that way." My father's example of manhood was so strong that it is … [Read more...]
Spoil Your Man on Father’s Day By Giving Him What He Really Wants…Nothing
This is part of a sponsored campaign with Johnsonville. All opinions are my own. If you are like me, you will ask your man what he wants on Father’s Day. And if your man is anything like my man, then he’ll probably say: “Nothing.” Occasionally, he may request some type of recently released technical gadget or an item that he needs but has not purchased for himself. But … [Read more...]