Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month | How to Support a Mother Who Has Experienced a Stillbirth
Last week I received an email. The message, a very kind and thoughtful one, was quite unexpected. I made it through the entire email without crying until I glanced at the bottom and saw an image that read, “October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month.” Until that point, I’d done a pretty good job of avoiding…
September 2020 Recap
Well, we’ve made it to the end of yet another month. These past few months seem to have come and gone like the wind, but I’m not complaining. Thankfully, I’ve had some really great moments, and above all else, I’m grateful to be here to tell you about it. That said, let’s get into my…
13 Scriptures for Hope & Healing During Trying Times
I rely heavily on my faith in God to help guide me through life. However, it can be challenging to “keep the faith” or even be filled with hope when the world is in complete disarray. In times like this, I must encourage myself to dig deeper into the Word, pray more fervently, and spend more time…
Brandy & Monica Verzuz Battle | A Win for the Culture
If you don’t know by now, I’m a child of the 90s. I grew up when box braids, bangs, baggy jeans, babydoll dresses, and bucket hats were all “on trend” simultaneously. The airwaves were flooded with hip-hop and gangsta rap, girl groups and boybands, and R&B. 90s R&B will always hold a special place in…
August 2020 Recap
Another month has come to an end. Can you believe it? I’m not sure about you, but August seemed over before it started. Having a lot on my plate this month seemingly caused August to fly by. Whatever the case, it’s time for another monthly recap. Let’s get into it: 3 Things I Learned in August…
Fearless Faith Friday | Choosing to Spend Time with God
It can be challenging to “find the time” to spend with God in a world that glorifies busyness. And because God has granted us free will, many of us never prioritize spending time with Him. Instead, we make time for work, errands, social media scrolling, Netflix binging, and whatever else our hearts desire. While I’m…
A New Perspective on Completing Your To-Do List
On most Sunday afternoons, I sit at my desk with a warm cup of tea or a mason jar full of lemon and cucumber-infused water, jotting down a to-do list for my upcoming week. This week’s list included multiple appointments, a few deadlines, and at least three follow-up calls/or emails. I’ll also be traveling this weekend,…
5 Albums that Helped Shaped My Life
As I mentioned in my last post, August is my birthday month. Last month was all about my mid-year refresh, but this month it’s to celebrate and reflect. Like many of you, I’m sure reflection and celebration are part of your birthday month. So today, on my 34th birthday, I want to celebrate my love for…
13 Bible Verses to Celebrate Your Birthday
August is one of my favorite months because I celebrate another year of life. During the month, I take time to both rest and reflect on the year I’ve had. More often than not, I prefer to transition into the next year of life easily, ensuring that gratitude and stillness are at the forefront. This year,…