I saw you today and as much as I wanted to interrupt you I didn’t.  Today I would just watch you and try to see what you enjoyed, what annoyed you,  and if you would seek me out or would you want to be alone. I watched you as you sang, said your grace and … More Do They Really Know You?

Each person handles difficult situations differently.  Some people are private and will not seek any support.  Others want a shoulder to lean on but are embarrassed to reach out. If you or someone who you love is going through a divorce I hope that these following tips will be helpful in the healing process. Remind … More 5 Ways To Support A Friend During A Divorce

When did buying bottled water become the new trend?  I remember we always drank water from the tap growing up.  And if it was a hot day outside, we took turns drinking from the water hose.  Don’t judge   At least now we are better at recycling the plastic water bottles.  But is bottled water … More Smart Water Review

This year I am doing lunch duty 4 days a week, by choice.  I chose this because I would rather be inside with 120 second graders instead of doing recess duty outside. I am armed with my plastic gloves, wipes and hand sanitizer. Second graders are funny.  I’ve had the chance to interact with students … More I Am, The Lunch Whisperer

Is there a black sheep in every family?  Maybe it is you.  I talked to many people before writing this blog to get their perspective on what it means to be the black sheep of the family. Most sheep are born white and their wool is desirable.  When a black sheep is born to a … More The Black Sheep

We always experience periods in our life when our self-esteem is soaring high.  But what about the times when your self-esteem is wavering.  No matter how much “self talk” you do, you can’t pull yourself up. You feel like you aren’t pretty enough, thin enough, smart enough, or worthy enough.  You feel unloved and isolated.  … More 5 Ways To Boost Your Self-Esteem

I  work well under pressure.  It takes a lot to surprise me or rattle me.  If you see my crying it could be tears of joy or tears that I have been holding inside.  I make things happen. I believe in miracles. I love to talk and meet new people.  I am in charge of … More Mommy Needs A Time Out

I am curious to know how you feel about giving children participation trophies in sports.   Are you for them or against them? This made me think about Sydney and Special Olympics.  She participates in basketball, bowling and soccer with her unified partner.  When she first started Special Olympics she didn’t understand the difference between … More Where’s My Trophy?

Some of you may know where I am going with this.  Some of you are confused but intrigued. New Years Day dinner in black families around the world today will consist of collard greens, black-eyed peas and cornbread. Growing up I can always remember that is what we ate on New Years Day.  I never … More Collard Greens and Black Eyed Peas

When we lived in Michigan Harrison had his exposure to sports and extra curricular activities.  He played football and his dad was the coach.  He participated in soccer, tennis, baseball and karate.  Out of all of the sports I think that he liked karate the best. He does like to play golf. When I was … More No, Harrison Doesn’t Play Sports