15 Gift Ideas for Teachers During Teacher Appreciation Week Teacher Appreciation Week is a time when we show gratitude and recognition for the hard work and dedication of the teachers who impact our children daily. Schools celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week during the first full week of May each year. Americans celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week to …
The Henley Park Hotel – A Beautiful Washington D.C. Getaway Henley Park Hotel is the perfect location for a Washington, D.C., getaway. This past weekend, hubby and I packed our bags, loaded our car, and headed to Washington, D.C., for a concert and romantic getaway. We were very pleasantly surprised by our experience. The Henley …
Tips to Help Working Moms Find Work-Life Balance Many working moms find it challenging to establish and maintain a work-life balance. However, a good work-life balance can help prevent burnout, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being. In addition, having a work-life balance allows you to have time for hobbies (such as trying a new recipe), …
10 tips for getting started as a Social Media Influencer So, you want to be a social media influencer? Fortunately for you, this business (yes, you should think about it as a business) has a relatively low barrier to entry. To get started as a social media influencer, you will need to identify your niche …
Spring Nail Ideas Perfect Working Moms With spring around the corner, I have been on the hunt for Spring nail ideas and designs that will transition well when I am at work and out socially. As a working mom, I go for shorter and more neutral nail designs as I have to do a lot …
Fairy Tales with Black Characters Our family is celebrating National Reading Month by reading fairy tales with Black characters. As an African American mother who experienced racism as a child, I understand the importance of creating an environment that celebrates Black images and voices. The world bombards Black children with negative imagery as it relates …
50 Spring Break Activities For Families Staying Home for Spring Break Spring break is coming, and I need to start thinking about what that will look like for my family. We will not be traveling this year during spring break, so I must prepare for our spring break activities in advance. Too often, I wait …
26 Quick Dinner Ideas and Recipes for Working Moms to Make During the Week I don’t know about you, but I always need more quick dinner ideas. As a working mom, I am always short on time but never short on things to do. I am the parent of two very picky eaters, so it …
And just like that, Deuce is 5 years old Martin Harrison, Jr., who our family affectionately calls Deuce, is 5 years old! Deuce is the baby of the Harrison clan, though he will tell you he is not a baby in a heartbeat. He loves applesauce muffins and pizza. His favorite toys are his legos, …
Books I Am Reading in 2023 + 10 Tips to Help You Create More Time to Read Growing up, I loved books. I read all the time. But, unfortunately, somewhere between reading for grades in college, going to graduate school, working a full-time job, and being a full-time mom, I stopped having time for my …
