Motherhood – Lifestyle – Travel – Food – Quotes
A Visit to Wilmington and Island Beaches: This beach trip arrived just when I needed it most. The kids were out of school, and I was eager to escape the relentless hustle and bustle of everyday life. I love the beach! It’s one of my happy places. I used to enjoy going there to relax,… Continue reading My Idea of a Perfect Weekend
We visited the Battleship North Carolina. It was amazing! NORTH CAROLINA was the first battleship to be constructed in sixteen years. She became the first of ten fast battleships to join the fleet in World War II. NORTH CAROLINA and her sister ship, WASHINGTON, comprised the NORTH CAROLINA class. The keel was laid at the New York… Continue reading Battleship North Carolina
Me and my son at the hospital - 2015 When we say "Happy Mother's Day," our thoughts often gravitate toward biological mothers—at least, that's the perspective I find myself leaning towards. However, there are many remarkable moms who never gave birth to the children they nurture and love, yet their bonds are just as deep… Continue reading A Mom to Be Proud Of!
“For me, becoming isn’t about arriving somewhere or achieving a certain aim. I see it instead as forward motion, a means of evolving, a way to reach continuously toward a better self. The journey doesn’t end.” —Michelle Obama Random photos from random places I pop into
Inspired by some blogging friends, I have decided to share some of my childhood and adolescent memories. I was in middle school. After finishing science class, we left the lab and settled into our classroom, waiting for our French teacher to arrive. An assistant teacher came in and informed us that our teacher would be… Continue reading All About Me – Part (1)
Last weekend, I taught my daughter how to create a spa experience at home. She enjoyed a lavender bath, and we focused on skincare while discussing the importance of self-care for women. I emphasized that taking care of our bodies is essential. I also introduced her to my henna tattoo culture. Although she didn't like… Continue reading Henna Tattoos, Marks, and Cultural Identity
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