Social Distancing

How can I help? Do you need anything? How can we support you?  Supporting a new mom after she's had a baby takes some time and creativity. Supporting a new mom during social distancing and a global pandemic creates some...

It’s that time of year again! The leaves are turning, the smell of pumpkin spice fills the air, and our kids are getting ready to dress up as their favorite characters for their annual candy hunt. Yes, it’s Halloween! Over...

With thousands of families now opting to avoid grocery stores and utilize delivery or pick-up services, getting a prized InstaCart "time-slot" has become seemingly impossible.  Fear not, ladies. As a seasoned online food shopper, I’m here to share some expertise...

This year Halloween will look completely different. Some will go door to door while others stay in. Whether you decide to stay in or go out, you can still have some fun around your neighborhood. With a little help...

Virtual tours with lions, tigers, and bears...in your living room? Oh, my! 2020 is shaping up to be a pretty weird year. Schools have shut down and we're all searching for educational opportunities to utilize with our kids at...

Gathering around a table full of food is a holiday tradition as old as time. If you’re like me, you’re mourning the idea of a “normal” holiday and trying to figure out how you can take back some control....

Sending off seniors and graduation in general look different this year. Whether high school or university, monumental achievements like graduation are important. There are many beloved events and traditions that will be sorely missed: luncheons, proms, honors banquets, and...

The pandemic has proven to be a hard time for families—extra cooking, double the cleaning, and virtual schooling while we work from home. While many of us are quarantining together, we can’t forget about our friends and family who...

Parents everywhere have quickly added another job title to their resume: homeschool teacher. For the littlest learners, finding activities that are engaging, high-quality, and educational can be challenging. Their attention spans are short. They require loads of supervision and...

I am not now, nor have I ever been, a cold-weather person. I like to joke (but also not joking) that as an African American woman, I am from a tropical people! Snow and I don't mix! But I...