Supporting Black-owned businesses has been a goal for the past several years. (Honestly, since I knew what business was Black-owned.) My obsession with Black-owned skincare or haircare lines began in college. As a result, CURLS, Shea Moisture (this business is no longer Black-owned but is still Black founded), and Camille Rose were my go-to haircare
My first therapist once told me, it takes 21 days to form a habit. Interesting, right? Presently I am 13 days into a new habit of praying and meditating. At the beginning of a new year, it’s at the top of everyone’s mind to start a new habit. But how do you actually stick to
When the weather isn’t too hot or too cold, there’s no better time to host a garden party. But it’s a bit different hosting a party during a pandemic. So, how do you easily navigate that type of planning? Simple, with five easy tips for hosting a garden party. First, I bet you’re wondering, “what
You might be surprised to learn that, yes, there are vegan options at the Melting Pot. Beyond being a place heavily known for its cheesy fondue, now there are vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. These options are perfect for a romantic night on the town. What is vegan at the Melting Pot? Melting Pot is
Who doesn’t want a personal treasure hunter to find cute clothes under $50? ThredUp Goody Box offers just that. For the past five months, I’ve been subscribed to a two-month subscription, meaning every two months, a new box is at my door. After completing a fashion profile, my personal treasure hunter was ready to search
Originally published on MHA’s Blog. We all have an age in our heads where we know we’ll have our life together. That is the age is when we will have the job we always wanted, the home of our dreams, the earth-shatter romance, etc. (Mines is 35, which is just four years away.) As we
You read the headline right, I have seven bank accounts, and honestly, you should too. And yes, it keeps my marriage sane. If you are curious about why you should have seven bank accounts, I totally understand. It seems like a LOT! Seven bank accounts might actually seem overwhelming, but in my opinion, it helps
Meal planning can be a little stressful. Days more so quickly and there’s never enough time in the day to get everything done. I love to plan ahead and get excited about each dinner. It reminds me of how my mom would write out her shopping list, with the items on sale in one column
Therapy is dope. Three words I never thought I would say. But as I’ve gotten older I’ve gained a better understanding of the need for therapy. I will be completely honest, I thought therapy was for wealthy white people or people with ”real” problems. In 2013, I was fresh out of college and mourning both
There are usually two reasons you and your spouse will love to have a date night at home. 1. To save money and 2. Quarantine! I am proud to tell you, I fall into both. As the winter comes, and COVID-19 puts a screeching stop on our dining plans or vacation plans, date nights at
