Walt Disney World Mom Blogger Mixer

I had an AMAZING time at Walt Disney World the last three days. (Thanks Maria, Michelle, “Super” Sarah, and everyone else at Disney who worked to make this occasion the BEST!) Ten African American mom bloggers (including me – yay!) spent the week-end at Walt Disney World in Florida. The event was beyond special – … Read More

WALL.E! WALL.E! WALL.E!

My son Michael is fascinated with WALL.E. When the movie opened, he went with his father and some friends. When he came back home, he taught his little brother to say “WALL.E!” like the robots in the movie and started talking about the Wall-E items that he wanted. I’m like, “maybe for Christmas”. He already … Read More

“Staycation”: Harlem Attractions

“Staycation: A vacation that is spent at one’s home enjoying all that home and one’s home environs have to offer. “ For those in the NYC area who don’t have the time/energy/money (or inclination!) to go away for a long trip, why not head uptown? This week I will be highlighting some special Harlem locations. … Read More

Grazie! (Thanks in Italian)

“My” month has started off beautifully (and I say “my” because I get double celebrations – Mother’s Day and my 35th birthday). Last night, I had the opportunity to help make (and of course eat!) one of the best meals of my life (and I’m not exaggerating)… Beth (from Role Mommy and BeyondPr) invited me and several other ladies … Read More

Back from the Jersey Shore

We just got back home from going on a mini family vacation at the Jersey shore.  My husband and oldest son didn’t want to come back, but all good things must come to an end. It’s amazing how bonding it is to get away from everything and everyone for a few days and just focus … Read More