Empowering women through my personal stories is how I want to give back to the world. Raising kids, maneuvering life, and learning who you are.
Veterans Day is November 11. Veterans Day honors military personnel who have served in the United States Armed Forces. It falls on a Sunday this year but will be observed by the government Monday, November 12. Some school systems will be closed and others will open. Our kids will be in school on Monday. While they … [Read more…]
Interracial dating is nothing new these days. No matter where you go, you will see an interracial couple. Heck, I remember growing up, and all the white girls who liked the few black boys in our town had to hide it. It was a major NO, No! If you’ve read my blog in the past, … [Read more…]
The temperatures dropped, and my entire family went into shock. Our bodies aren’t ready for this chilly weather. I guess we adapted to Hawaii temperatures more than I thought. MomJonz has the nerve to think I’m going to keep my butt in my bed on the floor. Woof NO! I kindly hinted to her that I … [Read more…]
Last week I found myself sitting at a gym along with three other women waiting to hear about a 30-day challenge to transform our bodies. As we sat there having small talk, we chatted about our families, our schedules, etc. Once the owner of the gym came out to talk to us, she mentioned the … [Read more…]
Do you have children who cannot find their shoes, jacket, need something signed, etc. every morning? Well, you are NOT alone. Some days are better than others, but when those mornings hit in my house, I dish out blank stares. There’s no yelling, no fussing. Just blank stares. One of my biggest pet peeves is … [Read more…]
One goal I set when we found out the family was moving to D.C. was to hit a site once a week or so. Many times as military families we have big goals to explore our new home for the few years we are there, but then we realize we have things to do. Things … [Read more…]
Each day is a new day. It’s an opportunity to go into the world and make a difference. With that comes a moment that we must take to practice self-empowerment, self-motivation, and self-love. As we step out of the comfort of our own homes and sometimes our own bedrooms, we need to get our mind … [Read more…]
For many families, PCS season has come and gone, but for those preparing for a winter change of station, PCS season hasn’t even begun. With the potential for snow, ice, and frigid temperatures, a winter PCS can seem more daunting than mere mention of the words “polar vortex”. Don’t panic—while there are disadvantages to moving … [Read more…]
Do you remember playing house as a kid? You knew what you wanted to be when you grew up. Knew who your husband would be. And even knew where you would live. Yeah, you were going to live with your parents with your husband, two dogs, hamster, bird and pet pig. You also knew you … [Read more…]
It happened! Hubby and I finally went out on a much-deserved date last Friday! Between our move, getting settled, him starting his new job (school) and the girls starting and settling into their new school it’s been a bit of a whirlwind. BUT this past Friday we went out on a date! Hubby came home … [Read more…]