Raising Children to Weather the Storm
I’m sure we can all agree that kids are absolutely adorable. But, they can get pretty annoying at times, especially in public. For the most part my kids are very well behaved. But a tantrum can happen at any time. Needless to say, we sometimes get the side eye from people without kids who…
Most people celebrate their wedding anniversary alone. Our 10 year anniversary gift ideas involved brunch followed by a Dave Chappelle standup comedy routine at Radio City Music Hall last year. We had a blast! But this year was nothing like that. Rather than spend it together in the city that never sleeps, we went to Princess’s first dance recital….
I’ve been in the news industry for over ten years and have interviewed a ton of A list celebrities. But, they were nothing like Jackie Collins. When I was asked to interview Jackie Collins about her new book The Santangelos at the Secrets, Revenge, and Sex Book Club Event in New York City, I didn’t…
We can all agree that taking children out these days is an adventure filled with laughter, boo-boos, and tantrums. When it comes to taking them to the supermarket, my hubby and I have it all down to a science. Here are six easy tips for grocery shopping with kids. Before you head out the door, make…
Every parent can relate to small children having to use the potty at the worse possible times. We could be on the road in bumper to pumper traffic, or at an open field with no bathroom in sight, and Princess would all of a sudden have to pee. I’ve been known to find creative ways for…
I remember when I first learned about preschoolers being allowed to have a prom. Princess was an infant when she started daycare. I couldn’t help notice the “Under the Sea” decorations as I walked into the building to drop her off. “What’s with the decorations?” I asked. “It’s for the prom,” someone responded. A prom for…
With summer fast approaching, there are lots of fun ways to cool off and have fun. Enjoying a nice bowl of ice cream is just one way to beat the heat. That said, here is an easy no bake pie recipe the whole family will love, and the kids will also fun making it. All you need…
Like many young black girls, most of my dolls were white. It wasn’t necessarily by choice. Back then trying to find a black doll was a like trying to find a needle in a haystack. Once you found one, chances are the doll didn’t have naturally curly hair. The lack of diversity among dolls not only reflected…
