Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmail I’ve been a dog owner since the age of 6. Well actually my parents were but still, I think after being a “pet owner” for over 30 years, I know a thing or two about dogs 🙂  I’ve noticed that almost every dog I’ve had would eat grass every once in a while. …
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Lessons from 2015
Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmail Another year, another chapter! I like to look back on my years and remember the lessons. We must not forget the things we’ve grown from. Each year that passes, we have new experiences, new thoughts, new pains, new heartaches and all those things mold us into a different version of ourselves, a version that…
5 Phrases I Can’t Stand
Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmail Are there any phrases people say that just get under your skin? Â When you hear them your skin crawls or maybe you just don’t feel good about what they’re telling you because the phrase they’re using doesn’t really sound nice. Â Sometimes a phrase may sound good in a particular moment but then they become…
5 Reasons to Keep your Elf on the Shelf Tradition Going
Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmail 5 reasons to keep your Elf on the Shelf Tradition going despite the naysayers I’ve seen some posts lately about the Elf on the Shelf and people kicking the idea to the curb. I get it, it’s not for everyone and soon I too will probably keep our Elves tucked away in the Christmas boxes…
Kenyon Dixon, You’ve Heard His Words But Have You Heard His Voice?
Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmailKenyon Dixon is a young musician who was born and raised in Watts, California. He’s always wanted to achieve more than what he had or was given. He grew up in a very strict church household. His father was a musician and sang as well, leading several different quartet groups.  His mother, also a singer, had…
Preparing for Holidays with Less Stress
Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmailThis shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #HolidaysConFamilia #CollectiveBias With Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years weeks away, it’s time to start preparing for Holidays with less stress.  One of the many things I loved about my Latino culture growing up was that our family…
Sweet Holiday Gifts with Don Victor Honey
Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmailThis shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #HoneyForHolidays #CollectiveBias Honey is like liquid Gold. Not only is it good for you, but some also believe that honey brings you good luck and sweetens your life. I’ve heard some say among our Latino cultures that…
From Ida B. Wells to Traveling the World, Elijah Shaw
Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmail Don’t you love inspirational stories that talk of success? I had the pleasure of speaking with Elijah Shaw, Security Guard to the stars. Elijah went from being a bouncer at the Riviera nightclub in Chicago ​to running his own international training school which people come to from all over the world. Elijah talked to us about…
What is the most important lesson you learned as a child?
Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmailToday’s National Blog Post Month Blogher prompt asks you what the most important lesson was that you learned as a child and who taught it to you. Â Well, I’d have to say there are a few lessons I have to list, not just one. 1. Â Have manners, always say please and thank you. Â That was…
The Elephant in My Room
Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmail Ok so let’s talk about something that I haven’t ever really talked to anyone about other than my husband, my sister and a few friends. Â I have this bump on my forehead since as far back as 2005 that I refer to as the elephant in my room. Â It’s been ten years since I…