OMG! My Book was Featured in the Essence Festival Bookstore

OMG! My Book was Featured in the Essence Festival Bookstore

July 13th, 2018

Lifestyle | Pittsburgh | Sponsored

Let me just tell you that I did not expect to have my book featured in the 2018 Essence Festival Bookstore. About three months prior to receiving the news I filled out the application on Essence.com. Anytime that I do take an action in my business that I know has the potential to catapult…
Why Some Black Women Have a Hard Time Making Friends: Insecurity?

June 1st, 2018

Lifestyle | Mama Motivation

[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xD9_K_J0zfc[/embedyt] Guess what ya’ll? I got friends! For such a long time in my life I’ve struggled with making friends. Believe it or not, I’m somewhat of an introvert. My favorite pastimes are reading books, watching documentaries and reading more books. I can seriously spend a whole weekend inside of my own shell and…
The Perfect Toddler Gift: Strider Balance Bikes

December 5th, 2016

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[icon name=”li_star” size=”18px” color=”#ff87ab” link=””] Overall Review of Strider Balance Bikes: The Strider balance bike will provide your child with countless hours of fun, as well as help them develop confidence while teaching them to balance. Also, the transition to a bicycle with pedals will be pretty seamless. Strider is the only toddler bike that…
Buying Glasses Online: Much Easier Than We Thought!

December 1st, 2016

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When we initially thought of buying glasses online for our son, I just knew it would be a hassle. But, it turns out that GlassesUSA.com makes buying glasses online very easy. When we received Mackell’s new glasses in the mail they fit perfectly and he was very excited to put them on. Now that I look back…
Cast Iron Skillet Care & Removing Rust from Cookware

October 2nd, 2016

Lifestyle

Got a rusty baking pan or cast iron skillet like this? You don’t have to throw it out, but you also should not cook on it without removing the rust first. Using these natural steps can help ensure your cast iron skillet and other rust-prone cookware is usable for years to come. How to Clean…
My Bantu Knot Twist Out & a Beija Flor Naturals Giveaway

September 27th, 2016

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Everyone is always asking me about my Bantu knot twist out. Most people love the curl pattern that comes after taking your bantu knots out. I, personally, love wearing my Bantu knots; twist out or no twist out. I also love the way my hair feels when I use Beija Flor Naturals’ Cocoa Mango Buttercream…
Mama’s Guide to Essential Cookware

September 26th, 2016

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Every mom needs certain essential cookware to make sure her burn game is strong. Us brown mamas, especially, are known for holding onto our skillets and pans a little longer than we should. (I know I am.) For my own sake and to help out my mamas, I’ve compiled a list of essential cookware that…
Guide to Drying Herbs at Home in Less Than 5 Minues

September 19th, 2016

Lifestyle | Top

In Pittsburgh the growing season is just about over and it’s time to start drying herbs indoors. Basil, parsley, sage, chives and thyme are just some of the fresh herbs that I’ll be bringing inside to make my owned dried seasoning to use over the fall and winter months. Whether you garden, or not, you can make your…
Money Saving Tips for Everyday Household Items

September 13th, 2016

Lifestyle | Top

One of the best money-saving tips I’ve ever received is to start stretching my household items. I live with 5 vikings boys who eat a lot, make many messes and, with the exception of my husband, none of them are concerned with saving money. But thankfully, I am always searching for money-saving tips to help…
Postpartum Hair Loss: My Eyebrows Fell Out After Having a Baby

September 6th, 2016

Lifestyle | Top

I had my last baby nearly seven years ago and I still have no eyebrows. I think I’ll be dealing with postpartum hair loss for the rest of my life. I’ve been checked for thyroid issues, fibroid issues, low levels of vitamin E and so on and so on. There’s nothing wrong with me. I…