For so many people, this New Year isn’t like the norm. It’s packing more punch than many before it. While it’s not on the level of Y2K, 2020 still feels big deal-ish. As we neared the end of 2019, it didn’t occur to me what 2020 would mean. Then, I heard so many people say […] Read more…
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Currently… Let’s Catch Up
It’s been a minute since I’ve blogged. Life just keeps moving and I’ve been doing other things and haven’t shown up in this space like I used to. To get back in the swing of things, I decided to a one of my favorite types of posts. It’s a good way for me to catch […] Read more…
I gave up meat (kind of) : here’s how I did it
You know what I used to think was just crazy? Being a vegetarian. I didn’t know anyone who was a practicing vegetarian until after college. Growing up, we ate all the things. As I learned more about food and how our bodies process things, I started to think differently about what I was consuming. Then […] Read more…
My Hair, My Crown: My Curly Hair Taught Me Self Love
Thinking back, I really wish I had known more about my hair. I knew I loved my hair. I just really didn’t know what it was capable of. We’ve had our times of confusion where I didn’t know what my hair was doing or what I should do with it. That’s probably when throwing it […] Read more…
I went on vacation with Oprah!
Last month I had the pleasure of going on a girls vacay with Oprah and Gayle. You see how I wrote that like it’s an everyday occurrence! Ha! I wish! It was quite the experience and I won’t soon forget it. I went on the Girls Getaway cruise with my sisters from the O Magazine […] Read more…
Girlfriends Getaway with Oprah
It’s Oprah’s birthday. I’m in an airplane, flying to Florida to join her for a cruise. I can’t even believe I just wrote that sentence. But it’s true. I’m joining Oprah and Gayle for the girlfriends getaway cruise on Holland America. It’s a sold out cruise and I’m beyond excited to be a part of […] Read more…
6 Must Read Books I Couldn’t Put Down in 2018
If readers are leaders… I am well on my way to running some things! I made my way through a boatload of books in 2018. I’m sharing my top must reads! Read more…
GIVEAWAY: How Good Hair Days Are Made
My hair and I have a love/love relationship. Even on the worst days, I feel like I understand it and can make it look somewhat put together. That could have something to do with the fact that both of my parents are barbers. Making hair work is probably in my genes? My hair has changed […] Read more…
I Didn’t Know I Was Doing This. You Probably Are Too.
A few years ago, I was listening to a speaker. I don’t remember who it was. What I do remember is the message. She talked about how we as women playing small without even realizing it. Once she explained her thoughts, I have to say, it was an aha moment for me. I have been […] Read more…
I Remixed My Mornings – Here’s What Happened
A few years ago I was curious about a book I kept hearing about – The Miracle Morning. So many people were talking about how it changed the game for them. I was intrigued because I remembered how I used to get up to head to the gym for an hour before going into the […] Read more…