~"What I'm thankful for is that God has allowed me to live a full life in spite of sickle cell." I remember so clearly watching my sisters suffer unspeakable pain as children. They both had sickle cell disease that plagued them in their youth, took a hiatus and then ravaged their bodies as adults. My... Continue Reading →
I'm always looking for new things to cook. Problem is, whenever I see a recipe, it always needs to be tweaked to the way that my family would like it. Most recipes only call for salt and pepper- no other seasonings! That always amazes me. I saw this recipe in my email inbox (yes, I... Continue Reading →
When your Boss at work is a…..evil Bitch!!!
~"Don’t be afraid of expressing valid concerns about your manager." I have worked many jobs and had many different employers. I have experienced working with great managers and working with horrible ones. However, I always conducted myself in a professional manner except for that one time I got fired for my actions! (We won’t... Continue Reading →
Relationship Roundtable- Is The Married Man I Met Really My Friend?
"I met a man online and at first, there was a sexual interest. We clicked immediately, had sex, but then we both decided that it would be best to be friends. He is great conversation, makes me laugh, and we have a lot in common. He's married, but says that he's going through a separation... Continue Reading →
~"Let go of the "shoulda, coulda, woulda's" and accept what is and where you are in this moment." Okay, so you've decided to call it quits. Or maybe someone has decided for you. Either way, now is not the time to wallow heavily in self-pity, eat hundreds of ice cream pints and give up on... Continue Reading →
Relationship Roundtable- Dating After Divorce
"I just recently divorced my husband after ten years, and I am ready to get back on the dating scene. I'm not sure how to approach dating. There are several men that show interest, but none of them seem to be able to back up all that they say they offer. What are some good... Continue Reading →
~"Part of the problem is that many of us are too willing to live these ghetto fairy tales (self included)." I'm a meme addict. I confess. I have them downloaded and screenshot them in my phone, ready to pull the trigger when the context is right. They are funny and they seem to always say... Continue Reading →
Guest Blog: Fifty, Single, and No Children
~"My life is not sad because I’m single with no children. I like time alone doing what I want when I want." That’s me. Why am I still single? Maybe it’s because I like it that way. Ok! But the truth is that I’ve always desired to have a great relationship with a supportive... Continue Reading →
Are you holding on to a dead relationship?…. Just let it go!!
~"I’m not bashing men because some women are capable of doing the same thing, and the man gets to a point when he has had enough too. But, I am a woman so I am relating to my own gender right now." When it’s over… It’s over!! Many women reach a point in their lives... Continue Reading →
DIY Gift Idea: Mother’s Day and More..
Okay, so Mother's Day is around the corner and if you haven't already started to plan what you are getting that special woman in your life, here is an idea that you can start working on now (you will need some time to plan, purchase and create) that she will love! The idea for this creation came... Continue Reading →


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