If I remind myself that we went to New York City without any meltdowns. I will feel better. This is when I have the stress of a combat soldier. I’m not making that up. There have been studies that show that my statement is a fact. I’m not sure if she saw a picture of … More I’m Not Alone

I know their dad thought I lost my mind when he came to visit the kids. There was a tent in the living room complete with blankets, Lamby, and stuffed animals. One might have thought we were having a one night slumber party. Really Sydney has been sleeping in a tent in the family room … More Sleep Is A Beautiful Thing

I will be the first to admit that I have no problem giving another woman a compliment. If a woman is running marathons, running in mud races, running her own company, or being a badass. I will support them and encourage them. If I see a woman that looks stunning. I will let her know … More I Am Serena

We need to stop blaming Eve. Or at least I need to stop. Eve really jacked it up for us. All for a bite of an apple. We have all been in situations where temptations had us captivated and mesmerized. There’s an excitement about having something that is off limits that makes your adrenaline rush. … More Temptation

My Sade ponytail was holding on for dear life and I was wearing my patriotic scarf as a headband. It was Monday morning and Syd’s bus was late. I’m not wearing a bra and I turned a maxi skirt into a dress temporarily. Did I hear you correctly? You missed the bus? Black Jesus! Then … More You Missed the Bus?

I woke up twice last night and thought I must have been dreaming. Then I realized that we did spend the day in New York City. No meltdowns for Syd and no panic attacks for me. Harrison’s favorite part was meeting people of course and spending time with Kayla. Sydney told me her favorite part … More Was I Dreaming?

I do it all. I try not to list the things that I do because then I may go into panic mode. Or better yet get back in bed and pull the covers over my head. Tonight is Open House at the high school for Harrison and Sydney. First, it’s from 630-8:30 and in our … More I’m Not Going

As the glass fell to the floor I realized that I would have a mess on my hands. Picking up the pieces would be challenging, almost painful. This would take a lot longer than expected. It was in that moment that I realized that the glass was not the only thing that was broken. As … More When You’ve Been Broken

I’m not sure when it became the norm to settle. Is it because we fear being alone? Or do we fear how we will be perceived if we speak up for ourselves? We all need friends and I’m blessed to have some of the best. But there was a time when I had to let … More Never Settle

If you pass a teacher today. Hug them and tell them that you love them. It’s okay if you don’t know them. They will probably need you to help them get to the car because their entire body aches. This week I felt like I worked on the plantation. I know I technically only worked … More Find A Teacher Hug A Teacher