Time and time again we hear about how marriage is hard work. That said, we aren’t always faced with a message that has us running to the altar to marry someone. And, indeed, the truth is that marriage is hard work; I just can’t lie to you about that one. However, with the work that goes into it come incredible benefits. If you don’t believe me, you really have to shift your … [Read more...]
3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Take Advice from Just Anybody
Have you ever had someone tell you what they would do if they were in your situation? Well the fact of the matter is that no one can ever be you in your situation. So when people say, "If I were you.." only bad advice will follow. When figuring out solutions to our own problems and answers to questions our minds go in a multitude of directions. Most of the mental paths that … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Accept a Compliment Without Putting Yourself Down
Why is it so hard for us to accept compliments? Is this just a female thing or do guys have this issue too? I was listening in on a public conversation one day and I heard a lady get offered a compliment. She proceeded to come up with every self put down imaginable when someone simply told her that she looked nice on that day. She immediately responded with, "ya think? I … [Read more...]
10 Style Commandments for Making 2014 Your Most Fab Year Yet
2014 is here! Even though we're a couple weeks in, it's not too late to make this the year that you step out of your comfort zone and try something new. In the spirit of new beginnings, check out my 10 Style Commandments to Make 2014 Your Most Fab Year Yet! Thou Shall Embrace Color...even if it’s just on your nails. Make 2014 the year that you get out of your comfort zone … [Read more...]
11 Things You Should Do Before You Have Kids
As I begin to navigate this thing called parenthood, I am finding that there definitely are some things I should have done before the kids came along. As wonderful as it is to raise children, it comes with its challenges and it honestly changes so much. Once I had children, my priorities changed, my perspective changed and a number of my expectations changed. And, although … [Read more...]
Marriage Ain’t No Punk
Marriage should be a lifestyle, not a casual relationship that can be terminated on a whim. Therefore it should not be entered into lightly or taken for granted. Once entered in, handle the marriage with care and remember why the decision was made to marry. This should be a careful decision because marriage ain’t no punk. Marriage is a covenant between you, God, and your … [Read more...]
HPV Vaccination for Boys an Important Step in Prevention
The human papilloma virus (HPV) is widely known to affect women as the leading cause of cervical cancer. While cervical cancer cases have declined, risks such as oral and anal cancers in men are on the rise. HPV vaccines for men are just four years into being approved, but a recent study from the Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) showed that low-income and minority … [Read more...]
5 Mistakes We Make When Trying to Be Healthy
'Tis the season to eat drink and be merry. You've had Thanksgiving dinner. And, next up are all the office and social holiday parties, not to mention the Christmas feast that awaits us all in just a few short weeks. Since eating is such a huge part of the American culture, we're ranked pretty high as one of the most obese countries in the world. If you're like me, then you … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: Vacation Like Reggae Royalty!
One love and one heart, in only one place...The Marley Resort & Spa Everyone wants to vacation like a celebrity at least once in their lifetime. Thanks to the Marley Family, you can now vacation like a reggae superstar! The Marley Resort & Spa located on the beautiful Cable Beach in Nassau, Bahamas, was once the private vacation home of reggae legend Bob Marley and … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: Private Stay Luxury in Maryland!
If you are looking for a special place, planning a getaway, or want to surprise your spouse with a fabulous weekend getaway, we have the perfect place. Quietly nestled in the historic Tantallon North neighborhood of Fort Washington, Maryland, is a welcome alternative to the traditional hotel scene, Private Stay by Madly Living. In 2007, Madly Living was the first B&B … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: Celebrate the 4th Philly Style!
We wrap up staycation month on BMWK with a free family getaway not too far away. Celebrate our nation's birthday in the city of brotherly love, Philadelphia. Welcome America's Celebration of Freedom continues now through July 4th with a family fun-filled birthday party on the parkway. The largest free concert in America, the Welcome America celebration will also feature an … [Read more...]
Bring Your A-Game, For You
by Eric Payne I recently hosted a gathering at my home. During the festivities, I overheard two newly divorced women discussing life after marriage. Woman Number 1: "Everything became final in November." Woman Number 2: "Mine was finalized in May. Doesn't it feel good to be able to say that?" Woman Number 1: "Yeah, girl. I feel so free now. He saw me and was like, … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: Spend the Family Vacation with Elmo & Friends at Beaches Resorts!
Travel Tuesday with the Travelin Diva "“ Kirstin Fuller There isn't a kid in the world that doesn't like Sesame Street. Parents you can now give your little bundles of joy a great gift that you can also enjoy. A vacation with Elmo, Cookie Monster, Grover, Bert & Ernie and Abby Cadabby! Exclusively at Beaches Resorts, kids and their parents can enjoy the official … [Read more...]