It’s me! Who? Me, of course. Here are some random things about me to get to know me and why I hope this blog will open your views.
- I was born in Philadelphia, Pa and moved to Atlanta when I was 13ish.
- Atlanta really isn’t the South, the rest of Georgia however, is. It was a culture shock regardless.
- I went to college, went to grad school and then went to law school. I’m still figuring out what I want to do. But that’s ok and you can read about it here.
- I’m a learner, always learning, but that also means I move on to a different topic fairly quickly. So I may have ADHD.
- I’ve learned to value friendships, love and time. You should, too.
- I’m a mom to one, trying for two, but it hasn’t happened yet. Blessed but frustrated.
- I’ve been judgmental, but my husband has helped me to be better. Be better, it’s good.
- I’m married. To a guy. A wonderful guy. He isn’t perfect. And our marriage isn’t either. It still works really well.
- My child isn’t perfect either, but I think he is.
- I identify as black because, America. Which means I’m an ethnic mix, like a lot of America, but still black. And I’m proud of that, but don’t like some stereotypes that go with it. Read about that here.
- I’m a Christian, but I don’t like how some use Christianity as a political platform and don’t have the principles to match.
- I believe honesty will get you far, but sometimes it isn’t appropriate.
- I have burned bridges while still standing on them. Don’t do that.
- I’ve lost one parent and the other is my best friend. I’m not interested in losing her.
- I lost 20 lbs during pregnancy and gained 20 lbs after I gave birth. That’s my life. Read about that here.
- I need to lose weight, but I have an on again-off again relationship with exercise. And ice cream.
- As I write this, I have determined my husband is a jerk. I still love him.
- No one has all of the answers, but life definitely requires questions. You should ask them.
- I often let my nail polish get chipped, that’s bad. I am sometimes a mess.
- I often like to believe that I am not a mess. Sigh.
- I love 18th and 19th century period films. I would have loved to have seen the clothes, chinoiserie, Rococo style, and music in person. But alas, I probably would have been a slave so, no.
- I am blogging to help myself grow. I hope to help you, too.
- I once dreamed of being a poet, but a professor told me I didn’t have it. I then went on to win poetry awards. Ha!
- Listen to your dreams when they speak to you. Don’t walk by the door of opportunity by only focusing on the path of practicality. See, here.
- FIFA is maddening. #Chelsea rules. Or at least it does in my house.
- That was the first time I’ve ever used a hashtag. I’m technology challenged.
- #Drake looks like he enjoys life, even when he’s supposed to be losing. My second hashtag. I’m on a roll. Anyway, Drake looks like fun. And #MeghanMarkle and her new life do, too. But then again, royal rules, maybe not.
- Always spurge on your hotel rooms. Fly coach if you must, but try to stay in five star. Use points, AAA discounts, slip a tip, whatever.
- My family has Caribbean/British roots, I’ll drink tea all day.
- I could sit in the Philadelphia Art Museum for days. Museums are good for your soul.
- My child required open heart surgery at 7 months, which taught me you can handle more than you think. And God works in unexpected ways.
- I would love to write about life hacks to save time, but I don’t have the time to try them.
- I like introspective/inspirational commercials.
- Whenever I watch the Olympics I always think I should take up some sport and be an Olympian, too. Because surely it is easy. All it takes is determination and a good sports drink.
- I’m dramatic. And perpetually hopeful.
- My child is currently tearing up the house, so I should go. My life is always on the go. Brevity is underrated.
- Fly Eagles Fly. But please sign Kapernick so I can watch.