Happy Holidays everyone, and for those of you celebrating Christmas, Merry Christmas Eve! We are currently in Chicago, braving its frigid weather to spend Christmas with our loved ones. We had a big family dinner yesterday with aunts, uncles and cousins. So not only is my stomach exploding with all the good food I ate,Read More
[GIVEAWAY] Smile Brilliant’s cariPRO Electric Toothbrush
“Did you brush your teeth?” We are all very familiar with this question. We grew up hearing it every single day, at least I did! And I have to be honest with you, I still hear that question from time to time… from my husband! ;D Don’t judge, but brushing my teeth is my leastRead More
Family Vacation at Virginia Beach
Is it just me or is it super hard to squeeze in a family vacation? When I think about vacations, extravagant, international, tropical are a few of the first things that come to my mind. But those things require a lot of time away from home and tons of planning, not to mention $$. AndRead More
Mom Tribes Roll Deep
Once you become a mom, you are initiated into a secret group of women connected by one thing and one thing only, motherhood. It doesn’t matter if you were pregnant and gave birth or if you had a surrogate or if you adopted. Once you become a mother, you find an instant connection with a motherRead More
To Emma (Letter #3)
My dearest Emma, This morning you said something that burst my heart with so much love and joy. You said, “mom, you are my best friend.” You have never said that to me before but you uttered those words with clarity and sincerity. You are my best friend too, Emma. I will always be yourRead More
Toddler Relationships
Have you ever observed how your kids play with other kids? For Em, it wasn’t until about 2 years old that she actually played with others. We had plenty of play dates when she was younger, but they didn’t actually play together. It was more so being in the same room but doing their ownRead More
Sunflowers at Dorothea Dix Park
This is a very belated post since sunflowers are long gone by now, but I still wanted to share our sunflower field experience at Dorothea Dix Park. Prior to this year, sunflowers were next to the greenway along Old Baucom Road in Southeast Raleigh and not intended for the public. Due to popular demands andRead More
Lash Lift at Blue Water Spa
Wouldn’t it be nice to be blessed with natural long, thick, luscious eyelashes? Perhaps you were born with it, but for me, help is definitely needed. Before becoming a mom, I had all the time in the world to glam up. I’m talking full face makeup, from face primer to fake lashes. Nowadays, my makeupRead More
First Day of Pre-K (3)!
How is everyone doing with back-to-school preparation and/or adjusting to the new school year? Em is in year-round school since she is still in Pre-K, but today marks the first day of her new academic year! While she was never out of school for summer break, she’s been on a summer academic schedule. Therefore, IRead More
[GIVEAWAY] A Timeless Piece: Wood Watches
“Time is of the essence” – I am constantly reminded of this phrase, especially being a working mom! During the week, I live on my to-do list, multiple meetings for work, and squeezing in as much time as I can with Em. I am always looking at time for the next event/item of the day,Read More