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My Grandma’s Holiday Butter Cookies…So Basic, Yet So Good!

My Grandma’s Holiday Butter Cookies…So Basic, Yet So Good!

If you’re looking for Pinterest cookies and picture-perfect photos, this is not the blog for you. But if you’re looking for something yummy, homemade, and super basic then keep reading! This was the butter cookie recipe my late Grandma used to make. And she passed it down to my mom. Who passed it down to…

When Moms Ditch Life To Hang Out and Have Fun!

When Moms Ditch Life To Hang Out and Have Fun!

Yep, we ditch everything and don’t feel guilty! As moms, we usually spend a great part of our lives tending to our children, making plans, scheduling appointments, and coordinating all aspects of their busy little lives. So every once and a while we have to live and celebrate ourselves- guilt-free! Welcome to the mom ditch-day…

Diner en Blanc Chicago 2019…In The Books!

Diner en Blanc Chicago 2019…In The Books!

This year’s Diner En Blanc was a hit, as usual! Every year, thousands of attendees from all over the city meet up at a secret place to participate in an epic, all-white pop-up flash dinner. It’s not just any dinner, it’s elegance upon elegance. Beautiful ensembles, festive head-wear, and unique tablescapes…every year the creativity gets…

Black Woman, YOU Might Need Therapy!

Black Woman, YOU Might Need Therapy!

If I hear one mo’ black woman say things like: “Therapy ain’t for me,” “I’ll pray about it,” or “I’ve got a good support network already,” I swear I will snatch both our MF wigs off. Dayum!!! Look here, Black Woman YOU might need therapy. Okurrr?! It’s so good for you! Lissen, Black women carry the weight of…

This V-Day I Realized, I’m THAT Bare-Minimum Mom

This V-Day I Realized, I’m THAT Bare-Minimum Mom

This morning I woke up at 5am, ran around the house like a crazy person making sure every little thing was in order for the kids’ day, peaked in their backpacks to see that the Valentine’s Day candy bags were still accounted for (thank GOD I remembered to throw the bags in there because having…

My Journey to Building a Black Mom Circle of Support
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My Journey to Building a Black Mom Circle of Support

THEY SAY black women are angry. Aggressive. Apathetic. Jaded. I’m here today to correct that stereotype and tell you otherwise. “They” also say necessity is the mother of invention. Now I give credit where credit is due, because “they” got that one right. Three years ago I desperately needed a space to just be. As…

The STD YOU May Have: A Note From Dr. Kiarra King

The STD YOU May Have: A Note From Dr. Kiarra King

That’ll get your attention! Now that you’re here, let’s talk about a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that most will encounter in their lifetime. This includes women AND men. The stigma of STDs makes the discussion tough to have but it’s imperative as the health implications can be serious. So, let’s talk about it and break…

What I Learned As A Mom: A Snapshot Of My Life

What I Learned As A Mom: A Snapshot Of My Life

Motherhood is one of the wildest rides of my life thus far! I’ve learned to love harder, let some things go, chill the f%ck out, and to take things as they come. As a control freak and lightweight perfectionist, those lessons have been hard-fought. Anyway… below is a snapshot of the things I’ve learned about…

My favorite places to stay in Greece

My favorite places to stay in Greece

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Tips for capturing all the beauty in your travels

Tips for capturing all the beauty in your travels

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My tips for finding the wonderful hidden gems

My tips for finding the wonderful hidden gems

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15 places you should travel to in the spring

15 places you should travel to in the spring

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Everything is better in Texas: The secret hot spots

Everything is better in Texas: The secret hot spots

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10 incredible churches around the world

10 incredible churches around the world

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