Valuable Lessons from Broadway’s Choir Boy

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Finding the perfect birthday gift for my husband is never easy. This year is no different. What do you get a guy who never wants anything, or appears to already have everything? After some research, I decided on Choir Boy, a story written by the Oscar winning author of Moonlight, Tarell Alvin McCraney. The show opened…

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Cobra Braid Curly Hair Tutorial

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I remember learning the cobra knot as a child growing up in Brooklyn. My siblings and I attended a summer day camp at P.S. 272 near Bayview houses. We learned all types of knots like the Chinese staircase and the Cobra knot with lanyards. So we decided to do the cobra braid on my daughter’s…

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How to Teach Children Make Good Judgement Calls

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Teaching children to make good judgement calls isn’t easy. Most days I sound like a broken record. However, a recent experience at a photoshoot confirmed that I’m being heard. Realizing My Daughter’s Ability to Make Good Judgement Calls We see pictures of kid models everyday. Whether showing off cool toys and gadgets, or rocking the…

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Donna Summer Musical: Is it Worth Seeing?

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We tied the knot over ten years ago and thought of ways to celebrate our wedding anniversary this year. After hearing about the musical based on Disco Queen, Donna Summer, we both agreed that would be the perfect way to spend our special day. The Broadway musical is told through the dramatic lens of her…

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Natural Hair Problems in Main Stream TV News

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Natural hair is beautiful. But, unfortunately not everyone feels the same way. When I read that Jennifer Myers resigned from her job as a meteorologist at Fox 4 in Dallas, Texas, I prayed that it had nothing to do with people not accepting her naturally curly hair.  According to FTV Live, management told the naturally…

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Transform Your Smile with Cosmetic Dentistry: A Journey to Better Teeth

Your smile is your signature, the first thing people notice when they meet you. A confident smile exudes positivity and self-assuredness. However, not everyone is born with a perfect set of pearly whites. That’s where cosmetic dentistry comes into play, offering a range of services that can significantly enhance your smile and, in turn, boost…

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General Tso’s Cauliflower Recipe

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General tso’s cauliflower has become one of my go to healthy recipes since switching to a plant based diet last year. I have to admit, I wasn’t sure if my family would enjoy it. My husband is not a fan of cauliflower and our children is fickle when it comes to eating their veggies. I’ve…

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Woman Cave Ideas Every Mom Needs

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I’ve always wanted a woman cave, but never had the space for it.  After years of procrastination, I finally made my dream of creating a private sanctuary a reality. Let’s face it; every mom needs a little ‘me time’ to recharge. Some days I hide in the bathroom for a quick getaway, which usually doesn’t…

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