In response to the fact that two 18 year-olds were responsible for two different mass shootings in less than a week’s time, I posed the question, “What’s going on with 18 year-olds these days?” I received a number of responses, and one that stood out to me was this: “…Please bring back parents and neighborsContinue reading “Is it Really a Village?”
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Thoughts on Graduation
Disclaimer: I don’t have kids, and my opinion on this topic might likely upset you. It is your prerogative to continue to read. This is my opinion. Now that prom season is over, I’ve come to some realizations. For one, things are a LOT different than in my day in terms of what is consideredContinue reading “Thoughts on Graduation”
Happy Mother’s Day…if it applies
You might know that I am also known as Dottie and DiDi’s Mommy, who are my two adorable miniature schnauzers who sometimes get dragged into my shenanigans. They are my babies. Over the years I’ve been told that I should have had children for a variety of reasons, and while I know that they haveContinue reading “Happy Mother’s Day…if it applies”
Prom Tips for Young Men
A friend posted that she was selling her son’s prom getup from last year. If I had a son, it wouldn’t be anything that I would want him to wear, but I realize that I’m set in my ways and have trouble accepting that boys might like to show off their sense of style throughContinue reading “Prom Tips for Young Men”
A Word About KBJ
As a Black woman, it is exhausting to go through life with society persistently second-guessing your accomplishments. I’m not expecting to change any minds with this writing, but please understand that at some point, everyone, meaning all genders, races, colors, or any descriptors I can’t think to include here, needs an opportunity.
Prom Dress Shopping? Stop, Look and Read!
Seeing all of the winter formal dresses means that prom will be here before you know it. I know a number of you are already looking or have already found dresses for this rite of passage. If you are a mom/grandma(whatever cool name you want to be called)/aunt/dad/sister/whoever is buying this dress and you don’tContinue reading “Prom Dress Shopping? Stop, Look and Read!”
If There’s a Sign
There are some things that you might not think you need to state, like, “Caution, fire is hot!” or “Slippery when wet,” but there’s a reason those things are in place: because someone will try. It’s necessary language for those that aren’t the sharpest tools in the shed, as well as for those who are. Continue reading “If There’s a Sign”
Mission: Organization
A few weeks ago, a work colleague told me about “Get Organized with The Home Edit,” a Netflix show with the ladies who are organizational gurus. I guess I’ve been under a rock, but I apparently missed following them on social media. If you’ve been thinking about getting organized or decluttering, they are worth aContinue reading “Mission: Organization”
Happy Valentine’s Day
Happy Valentine’s Day! Repost: The first year we were married, Greg arranged to have flowers delivered but they didn’t arrive until the next day. It was such a let down and I was so upset that I wrote the florist and told them that they ruined our first Valentine’s Day. Maybe that was a bitContinue reading “Happy Valentine’s Day”
It’s Winter Formal Time
Recently I ran into a friend who was visiting a seamstress because her daughter needed a dress for her upcoming winter formal. She said that her daughter was less than thrilled about the dress that she picked out, and although she was wearing a mask, I could tell that she wasn’t exactly excited. I alsoContinue reading “It’s Winter Formal Time”
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