The True History of St. Patrick's Day - 5 Fun Facts

The True History of St. Patrick’s Day – 5 Fun Facts

I majored in History in college, so I’m always intrigued about the historical foundations of holidays. The history of St. Patrick’s Day is no exception! History.com has a great collection of articles, videos and interactive options centered around St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, and the holiday. (By the way, St. Patrick didn’t really … Read More

Best St. Patrick’s Day Gift Ideas to Give in 2021

Do you buy St. Patrick’s Day presents for your loved ones? If so, I want to share some of the best St. Patrick’s Day gift ideas that have crossed my path. I’m also giving ideas since several MitC readers mentioned wanting more gift suggestions in the reader survey. Your wish is my command! 😊  St. … Read More

Women's History Month 2021 Giveaway (Theme: Mindset & Money)

Women’s History Month 2021 Giveaway (Theme: Mindset & Money)

Congrats to the winner: Nicoya B. Happy Women’s History Month 2021! The theme of this year’s Women’s History Month is “Valiant Women of the Vote: Refusing to Be Silenced”. It’s an extension of last year’s theme since many of the women’s suffrage centennial celebrations were changed due to the pandemic. (The National Women’s History Alliance … Read More

Working From Home With Kids: How to Make It Work

Many of us are currently working from home with kids this year. Whether by choice or by necessity, the work from home parent lifestyle has both its joys and its challenges. Although I have been working from home since my children were born, this current pandemic reality has switched things up for me too! via … Read More

Support Black-Owned Etsy Shops (5 Products That I Love)

Support Black-Owned Etsy Shops (5 Products That I Love)

It’s Black History Month, a time to recognize and honor the countless contributions of African Americans. When we support Black-owned businesses, it helps to break down the racial wealth gap. This is a great way to celebrate-this month and year-round! There are so many wonderful Black businesses and organizations that it can be hard to … Read More

Celebrate Chinese New Year 2021 - Year of the Ox

Celebrate Chinese New Year 2021 – Year of the Ox

Chinese New Year 2021 is this Friday, February 12th. The Chinese zodiac animal for 2021 is the ox. Since the Chinese New Year (which marks the start of a new lunar year) is China’s most important holiday, I want to share some of the things that are a part of it. My friend Jerry Zee did a … Read More

Black History is American History

Black History Month 2021 – Black History Is American History

Black History Month 2021 began on 2/1 and will end on 3/1. Although I think that the history of Black people should be remembered and celebrated every day, I still appreciate the acknowledgment. Last year, I prepared a Black History presentation for a Black History Month celebration. (I majored in African American history and sociology … Read More

7 Cute Valentine’s Day Shirts That You Will Love

Happy February! I love that we get to celebrate all types of love this month. 1. The unconditional love of God (agape) 2. The love of close friends (philia) 3. The love between family members (storge) 4. The intimate love of spouses/partners (eros) I like to start off the month by sharing some of the … Read More