Taking Time in July to Bond With My Boy
July was a busy month. I have definitely thought about the need to stop and smell the roses more. It’s easy to forget how…
Summer Read: What I Learned Taking the 168 Hour Challenge
How many times have you said to yourself that there aren’t enough hours to…(fill in the blank)? As our days become filled with more…
You Have to Try This Parmesan Zucchini and Corn Salad
Summer is one of the best times of year for fruit and veggie lovers. It’s unbelievable how good sweet corn and zucchini tastes when…
Having a Blast at the National Zoo
The best thing about hanging with my little man is seeing the world through his eyes. I took Jackson to the zoo for the…
Red, White and Blue Vodka Lemonade Slushies
In honor of Independence Day, I wanted to share with you this really cool drink that you can serve at your 4th of July…
What do Grown Ups Read, Anyways?
I can’t tell you the last time I read a book for enjoyment. A few years ago, I resolved to read one book a…
Back to the Basics: Pancakes
I was talking to a good friend a few weeks ago about what she planned to make her family for breakfast on Saturday morning….
Save over $15,000 This Year With These 4 Steps
Save over $15,000 this year by following just these four small steps. Cutting the Cord I never thought I would say this in…
Living Room Layout 101: When You Have No Idea Where to Start
One of the things that makes my heart flutter is furniture shopping. Actually that’s putting it mildly. I LIVE for furniture shopping. Well…my son…
Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloin
This herb crusted pork tenderloin recipe is one of my favorites because it’s super easy and delicious. I am so busy during the week,…
Unsolicited Advice with A+J: Saving Your Herbs
Tell me if this has happened to you. You try out a new recipe that calls for a teaspoon of cilantro. That’s would be…
Get The Look: In The Nude
Wearing nude as a brown girl is hard. It’s almost like designers aren’t sure what color constitutes nude since African American women come in so many…