H and I recently got back from a 10-day vacation at his family’s home in DeBordieu, South Carolina. After much debate about whether to travel this summer, we agreed that for our mental health, we needed to relax at the beach. (I, in particular, felt this as I’m a teacher about to embark on a…
Why I Journal Every Night
I am a routine-oriented person, and every night, when I slip into bed, I journal (and then I read). I first write the date and, in recent times, how many days we’ve been in the “new normal” of the pandemic (it’s day 120). Then, I write what I did that day and any feelings I’m…
10 Ways to Be Relaxed & Rejuvenated This Summer
Many of us live in a perpetual state of busyness. I have never been into the “hustle” mentality. I believe that we can be successful, fulfilled individuals without making our lives about work 24/7. And in fact, I think we would all be much happier by giving ourselves daily time to rest and just be,…
A Conversation with Ella Junior: Growing Up Black in the South and Practicing Self-Care Along the Way
Today, I am delighted to share with you the gem of a human that is Ella Junior. I have known Ella since 2016 when we both started working at a diverse school in East Nashville as kindergarten teachers. Ella is such a sweet person with a kind, loyal, and giving heart. She is also a…
10 Queer-Owned Businesses & Creatives You’ll Love
Last week, I shared 10 inspiring Black creators, artists, and businesses. Today, I am focusing specifically on LGBTQ+ creatives and entrepreneurs. I think it’s important for us to engage with and support people in the Black and LGBTQ+ communities. Here are some wonderful humans and businesses to show some love: Maven Made Maven Made is…
10 Inspiring Black Creators, Artists, and Businesses to Support
One way that I’m committed to supporting the Black community is by diversifying the content I consume and the businesses I shop. Here are 10 creators, artists, and businesses that I find simply inspiring and beautiful: Alyson Morgan Alyson shares her slow, simple, sustainable lifestyle that is deeply rooted in nature and the earth on…
