Earlier this week, I wanted to cook something that I had never tackled before---pizza. Pizza is something that everyone in my household loves, and instead of shelling out money for a delivery pizza, I thought it would be pretty fabulous for me to make my own.

Today officially begins the first day of Black History Month. And while this is a time when the media and various companies utilize the recognition of African Americans and their contributions to our country (and the world), it also can be looked upon as taking advantage of this huge month by "using" it to show support of diversity.

As a Black professional for many years, I have felt a void of positive and enlightening publications geared towards this important group. Magazines like Black Enterprise have been mainstays in the segment population but focuses more on business than on lifestyle and personal goals.

I think we can all agree that having a tablet makes it convenient to be able to to surf the web and conduct business online while on the go. I don't know what I would do without my tablets, and I love the flexibility it gives me.

Overseas, however, Swatch is still pretty popular, and they have released a collection of watches that celebrate the 2012 Olympic games in London. Mod, bright, and totally interesting, this collection of Gents Originals Swatch Watches are definitely a conversation piece.

Being prideful and self determined to achieve all of my goals has been something I have done ever since I could remember. But as I have grown older, I learned to seek assistance from those who could offer me help when I needed it.

I am not big on New Year Resolutions, but I do have a few as they pertain to my blog and website. For the past 2 years, I have started the year off with a list of goals that I wanted to achieve with my blog. I have hit many of those goals and benchmarks, but still struggle with some.

Homeschooling was never an option for me all of those years ago because I had to go out and make money. I wasn't married, so there wasn't another income to depend on.

Working on your career goals are just as important as anything else you may want to resolve to do, and the New Year is a great time to start making changes and improvements in your work life.

31 Days to a New You (While Staying in Your Lane) is an eJournal and Guide focused on bringing out the best you. 2011 has been a wonderful year of growth and opportunities for me, and I have learned a lot about taking a negative setback and channeling it into a positive outcome.

Back in August, I wrote a blog post about Oprah's upcoming Lifeclass which was due to debut in October on her OWN cable channel. I was so excited about being apart of the class, which served to be an introspection of Oprah's past shows and guests, as she schooled us on the lessons behind the shows, and how they have shaped her life.

LinkedIn has been known as the preeminent professional social network online. But there have been several start-ups that are hoping to also break into that genre, and if Monster.com has their way, they will be a major competitor in the professional social networking game.

When you rent, there are a lot of things you should know, before you sign on the dotted line. These items are very important, and may make you think twice before putting your signature on that lease.

Got hash browns? Here is a great, non complicated recipe that incorporates my love of hash browns with cheese and cream. Simple and casserole style, this dish is sure to be a hit!

Holiday party much? If you are anything like me, you may have already attended several holiday parties with a few more coming up as we approach Christmas.