January 23, 2020
During the winter, some people prefer to stay in the house especially if snow has fallen and the temperature has dropped below freezing. You usually have to put on too many layers and huge coat to stay warm which can be too much work to some; therefore, warranting a night in the house in your comfy clothes watching a good…
January 2, 2020
In 2019, I was dragged in every aspect of my life. When I say dragged, I mean I was dragged mentally, emotionally, physically, spiritually, financially. I was drained to the point where I barely made it through the day without feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and sometimes defeated. With the new year upon us, 365 days of unlimited opportunities are presented. A…
December 5, 2019
Cold-flu season is here. The number of reported flu cases and deaths from the flu increase almost every year. While there is no sure way of protecting ourselves and loved ones from the flu, taking elderberry can boost your immune system. It can also aid in your recovery should you become infected with the viruses which causes the cold and…
June 27, 2019
Life is crazy, calendar is always full, and the To-Do list never ends. Does this sound familiar to you? Does it sound like your life with a few minor changes? If it does, please understand my friend that you are not alone. *cue Michael Jackson’s song, You are not alone, now* “Life” can consume our lives so much that it…
May 7, 2019
My family and I traveled to Paris, France last month and it was absolutely amazing. We went to celebrate my eldest nephew’s birthday, which also turned into a surprise wedding. Him and his then fiancee surprised everyone by getting married. (Congratulations to them two. May your marriage be blessed with many years of love and happiness.) Although it was cold,…
January 24, 2019
As children, we are sold this dream of one day falling madly in love with a Prince or Princess, get married, and ride off into the sunset to live happily ever after. We weren’t told what happens after you riding off on a white horse with your prince or princess? Growing up, the kids, in my family, were told to…
January 10, 2019
Traveling, with a toddler, can seem like a far fetched idea especially since sometimes you are stuck in a car or plane for what may seem like eternity. And let’s face it, pulling over at a rest stop or walking up and down the aisle of an airplane can only keep them content for a short period of time. I’ve…
January 8, 2019
Exhausted is the best word to describe burnout. If you’ve ever experienced burnout because of your job, then you know it’s not a fun experience and how it leaves you feeling extremely exhausted. Well, that’s exactly how being burnt out as a parent feels. The only difference is you still have little people who depend on you and can’t fend…
January 3, 2019
At this season in my life, I have felt defeated, betrayed, depressed, exhausted, overwhelmed, and on the verge of a nervous breakdown. My life has been anything but a walk in the park lately, but I am still standing and slowly digging myself out of this mess. I credit majority of my mental health still being somewhat in tack to…
November 20, 2018
Halloween has come and gone. The trick or treat candy is hidden or all the good pieces were eaten in secrecy while the children are sleep or in the closet\pantry. The costumes have been washed and put up or thrown away or given to goodwill. Yet you may be scratching your head trying to determine what to do with that…