by Maria Antoinette | May 20, 2021 | DIY, DIY | Home, Lifestyle
When you’re thinking about a room transformation, most people would do a lot of advanced planning – I’m not most people. In three days, I transformed Garrison’s from toddler room to big kid room. And if I’m being honest, it’s the...
by Maria Antoinette | Apr 29, 2021 | Lifestyle, Real Talk
Each one of us has a special attachment to our mom or mom figure, and Mother’s Day is how we honor them. For some, this is a day of emotions and showing our profound respect and appreciation for the special lady in our lives. However, for those who have lost...
by Maria Antoinette | Apr 23, 2021 | Lifestyle, Real Talk
Racial trauma has been ingrained in our lives for generations. No matter where we go, there it is – even in a pandemic. There is no escape. So what exactly is racial trauma? Also known as race-based traumatic stress, it’s the emotional, mental, and pain that...
by Maria Antoinette | Apr 8, 2021 | Lifestyle, Real Talk
If you’re someone who’s motivated strongly by external validation, and if you find yourself doing more than you can (and should) to gain the approval of those around you, you’re probably a people pleaser. In fact, people-pleasing could be the worst thing you could do...
by Maria Antoinette | Mar 18, 2021 | Family, Lifestyle
When it comes to decorating a kids’ room, there is not any specific rule. Most parents design according to what their child is into at the moment thus making it easy to decorate. Then there are times where your child might not know what they want and it’s left...
by Maria Antoinette | Mar 4, 2021 | Lifestyle, Real Talk
Whether you’re single or have a family, having a budget is crucial. If you’ve never budgeted before it may seem like an overwhelming task as every bill must be reviewed and every dollar accounted for but it’s the first step to learning how to budget...