August: A Month Full of Birthdays… August is a special month in my family because four of us celebrate birthdays. My grandmother Fannie, who is no longer with us, was born on August 1st. My birthday is on August 12th. My niece Noelle was born on August 27th. Finally, my mother was born on August…
Choosing the Perfect Spot… I’m always striving to find fun and unique places to take my mother for special occasions, and Mother’s Day this year felt like the perfect reason to try somewhere new. As I’ve mentioned before, we are a family of tea lovers, and I’m constantly on the lookout for a new tea…
The Art (and Challenge) of Thoughtful Gifting – If you didn’t already know, I truly enjoy giving gifts. There’s nothing like the feeling of finding the perfect present for someone you care about. To me, it’s an art form — one I’ve almost mastered. But every now and then, the universe throws me a challenge,…
Because sometimes a new hairstyle is cheaper, and way more fun, than a convertible – They say a midlife crisis starts with a shiny red sports car. Mine started with a deep sigh in front of the mirror and a stubborn bun that had overstayed its welcome. After six years of playing it safe with…
Turning 50 felt like a milestone that deserved a celebration, but with money being tight, I didn’t expect to do anything extravagant. My plan was simple—enjoy a solo weekend doing things I loved, quietly ushering in my 50s. I wasn’t disappointed by the idea. In fact, I was looking forward to it. Then, about a…
Lately, I’ve been completely obsessed with watching TikTok videos about adult coloring books. I’ve probably watched hundreds of them—mesmerized by the way artists effortlessly bring black-and-white pages to life with vibrant colors and stunning blends. It all looked so relaxing, like the perfect hobby to unwind after a long day. I was convinced that with…
As an auntie, I love finding creative ways to connect with my nieces and make them feel special. Recently, I decided to try my hand at making some cute artwork that they could hang up in their bedrooms. It was a fun and easy project that allowed me to express my creativity while also creating…
It’s been a while since I’ve made a Pen Pal With Me post, but I’m finally at a place where I can send a few letters to my close family and friends. The recipients of these letters are my Cousin Kola and my bestie Kendra. They are both very special to me and I really…
Some people believe that artificial intelligence, or Ai, will eventually create art that is indistinguishable from that created by humans. Others believe that Ai-created art will be its own distinct form of expression. But what is Ai art, and what does it look like? Is this the furture of art? Let’s take a moment to…
First, let’s address one of the many elephants in the room. Despite the article’s name, I’m not fond of being around children, especially small children. When it comes to interacting with kids, my motto has always been that I prefer children walking, talking, and potty trained — usually, age three and up. I only like being around…
I’ve never been the type of person who felt the need to chronicle my life, thoughts, or feelings in a diary or journal. I’m not compelled to verbally share my emotions; therefore, I don’t have any desire to write them down in a book for safekeeping. As a child, I remember having a small diary…
Compared to my February letters, my March pen pal with me letters seem drab. Nevertheless, the show must go on. I only created two pieces of happy mail for the month of March. I decided to keep things simple and use the same green botanical theme that I used for my March bullet journal design….