Happy Birthday: Our Parenting Journey Thus Far

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Happy Birthday to our big girl. It’s hard to believe that I gave birth to Anastasia eight years ago today. My husband and I were extremely excited to start our family at the time. Having children was always on our list of priorities. However, we wanted to build a nest egg and spend time as…

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Spongebob Squarepants Musical Recap

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When I heard that Spongebob Squarepants was debuting on Broadway last December, I was interested to see how they’d make the 2 dimensional rectangular sponge into a 3 dimensional live character. I can’t front, the thought of the Nickelodeon series coming to life almost seemed corny. But then O’Shea saw clips of the musical, pointed…

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Mom Upset After Southwest Asks Proof of Biracial Son’s Identity

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When I read that a Southwest Airlines employee insisted Lindsay Gottlieb prove her biracial son’s identity, a part of me wasn’t at all surprised. This is one of the many issues parents of multiracial children face on a daily basis, myself included. According to published reports, the University of California, Berkeley’s head basketball coach for…

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Rediscovering Confidence: How Cosmetic Procedures Empower Women Postpartum

Welcoming a new life into the world is a miraculous journey, but it often leaves mothers grappling with physical changes that can affect their confidence. While the joy of motherhood is unparalleled, many women struggle with body image issues postpartum. Fortunately, the realm of cosmetic procedures offers a path for women to regain confidence and…

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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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How Actress Karyn Parsons Builds Legacy

How Actress Karyn Parsons Builds Legacy

I grew up watching her as the spoiled rich girl on the popular sitcom, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. But Karyn Parsons is nothing like her TV persona. In fact, she’s quite the opposite.   When I interviewed Karyn Parsons for for Mornings On 1 at NYC Transmitter Park in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, I was pleasantly…

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prAna:Travel Checklist You Can’t Live Without

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After much debate, my husband and I finally decided to surprise our kids with a trip to Jamaica this summer. As you know traveling involves a lot of planning, especially when traveling with little ones. I like to make a travel checklist of must have items to make sure we have everything we need. When…

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What it’s Really Like to be a Parent

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If you’re raising little ones, then you know what it’s really like to be a parent. You’re sleep deprived and you’re always worried for your kids’ safety. But there’s a lot more to it. For those of you gearing up to join the club, here’s a snip it of what you’re in for. My husband…

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