I was in the middle of creating a holiday gift guide to post on the blog, which I hope to be loading in the coming week, and then I came across these gorgeous clothes, designed in London, handmade in Ghana (West Africa), and I was fixated. I realize I haven’t done a “current obsession” post…
Current Obsession: SIKA
What I wear when: I want to wear Reebok by Pyer Moss
I was ever so lucky to purchase a few pieces I coveted from the Reebok by Pyer Moss Collection. Quality, aesthetic, and fit, all so very lovely–the most runway-esque (and most meaningful) sportswear I’ve ever purchased and now I’m a bit obssessed. Proof… Let me see, what else from the collection can I buy? Check…
Complimentary Wine
Yesterday I paid a much-needed visit to Cheryl. It was just us in the shop, chit-chatting through masks and plexiglass about life, the toll of COVID on small businesses, faith, Trump (and his incomprehensible supporters), and how our families were doing. Those who have been following me know that Cheryl has been doing my nails…
A playlist to get you through the afternoon
Not a lot of words right now, just pacing myself. There has been a lot of sharing of playlists lately, so here’s my small contribution. Ashamed-PJ Morton featuring Tobe Nwigwe The Darkest Hour-The Clark Sisters Glory-Common. The one with Yolanda Adams though, at the White for the Love and Happiness Obama Celebration. You know, when…
Have a lovely week… and VOTE!
Here we are, down to the final two months of 2020. On Saturday, I gave a nod to Shuri. Ash decided to go with Batman. We had a one house stop for “trick or treating,” and Granny did not disappoint. I was able to load up on lots of fried catfish, homemade french fries, and…
Snapshot of motherhood right now: dinosaurs, Octonauts, neighborhood friends, and a positive mantra
Ash turned four last month. Crazy, his life thus far has all been in the disastrous Trump era. Every time he sees a peaceful protest on T.V., he points and looks at us. His eyes saying, “Like we did, right?” Brian or I usually proudly confirm this memory. He thinks wearing a mask is as…