Reaching For Love

We as a nation are all heart broken by the most recent attack in Orlando, Florida at the Pulse night Club. Unfortunately, it is a chapter that continues to repeat itself and frankly it is seen way to many times, Major deadly mass shootings have dated as far back as 1984. The McDonalds shooting in San Ysidro, California; Luby’s Cafeteria in Killeen, Tx killing 22 people! A Middle School shooting orchestrated by none other then students of that very school in Jonesboro, Arkansas; Columbine High school shooting in colorado. The Sandy Hook elementary attack, A deadly shooting attack at an … Continue reading Reaching For Love

Dealing With A Monster-In-Law

We have all seen the movie monster-in-law starring Jennifer Lopez and Jane Fonda which brings comical light to an overbearing mother in law. however, it is no laughing matter for many families. the strain that parent in laws place on a couple mostly a young couple can ultimately ruin their godly union; their marriage. statistically speaking one of every four daughters in law despise their mother in law and a few may believe they are controlling, rude or even bitchy toward them. The judgmental attitude can make you feel like you are unworthy to be with your partner. though you … Continue reading Dealing With A Monster-In-Law

Igniting Flames

   Love is surely in the air! Valentines Day is this weekend for some individuals its just another day. Keeping the flames ignited for most can be challenging, especially if this isn’t your first valentines together. Keeping the spice in your relationship is a essential factor to a long lasting relationship. However, as the months turn into years coming up with what to do or What to get your significant other begins to be more and more challenging. My husband and I have been together for 8 years and it seems like the seasons of love (Anniversaries and valentines) coincide … Continue reading Igniting Flames

Loving Yourself

Growing up I was bullied for my skin tone and began to feel unworthy. I was told I was too dark, ugly and called so many names referring to how dark my skin was. I began to feel ugly and ultimately broken. Sometimes harsh situations can cause you to have tough skin. I didn’t get to my point until my third year of college, for most emotion scars they carry can last a lifetime. I have overcomed and realized I needed to have self love. Before I discovered love for myself I searched and yearned for validation from almost anyone … Continue reading Loving Yourself

PreSeason Baby 😱😱

The life of being married to an NFL player can seem glamorous to many people. However, it doesn’t always come with the glitz and the glam. It takes a LOT of sacrifices and a LOT of work. When you add a newborn in the midst of that, your work load gets 1,000 times harder. Especially if that newborn makes her arrival in the MIDDLE of training camp and the week before LA training! Yes, that was Princess MaKaela! Training Camp in the NFL (for those who do not know) is crunch time for our guys, Cuts are made, hard practices … Continue reading PreSeason Baby 😱😱

Never Forget 

   Today, September 11, 2016 marks the 15th anniversary of this terrible tragedy. As the first plan, an Anerican Airlines flight hit one of the towers at the 80th floor we all wondered if it was just a mere flight accident. Then United Airlines Flight 175 hit- America was under attack. As we remember the day we lost countless of lives, Including 343 NY firefighters making it the deadliest day to date. People mourned fathers, mothers, uncles, aunt, brothers and sisters. In 2001  I was in 5th grade not even being able to comprehend what was going on as parents … Continue reading Never Forget 

Game Day Jitters: Coping with Labor and Delivery Anxiety

Every first time mother knows the feeling of anxiety leading up to the big day. “What should I expect going into it?” It is normal for you to have fears and doubts. We wouldn’t be human if we didn’t right? You want everything to go as planned and as smooth as possible, It is hard to shake off those game day Jitters. However, there are some tips to ease any mommies mind a bit. Leading up to my August 8th induction date I went from cool as a cucumber to really stressing, so many thoughts started to fill my head … Continue reading Game Day Jitters: Coping with Labor and Delivery Anxiety

What to Expect in the last month of Pregnancy

Being Pregnant I realize that every Pregnancy is different, from severe heartburn to severe morning sickness varies from woman to woman. While I’m in the homestretch waiting the arrival of my baby girl I can attest to the anxiousness of meeting your little bundle of Joy. Unlike the second trimester other wise known as the “honeymoon phase” where you have the beautiful pregnancy glow and a boost of energy. This last month of pregnancy can leave you with aches and some discomfort causing you to be itching to have your baby because of both pain and excitement. Don’t worry momma … Continue reading What to Expect in the last month of Pregnancy

The Yin To My Yang

Yin and Yang is a concept used within Taoism. Meaning two halves that come together and complete wholeness. It is the concept of duality forming a whole. When you say “I do” you become one with your partner essentially creating that Yin and Yang; Yin meaning female and Yang meaning male.  Understanding who your partner is and what part they play in the relationship can help create the wholeness between you two. When referring to yin and yang in the nature form yin means night  and yang means day, we don’t expect the night to do the days’ part. The … Continue reading The Yin To My Yang