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That makes it two novels in five months, and I must say that while I missed my original deadline in February, I am so excited to have this one finished. The support you all showed me during the first release made me warm and fuzzy and so many of you reached out and asked when the next one would be. Well, here you go!

You can purchase 'A Wedding On Clermont Lane' on Amazon Prime, available in paperback for $10.99 and $7.99 for the eBook/Kindle edition. If you'd like a signed copy, a limited amount of copies are available. Hit the link in my bio.

I cannot wait for you to read this one and let me know your thoughts. Jasmine and The Robinson Family are back---and this time, it's for keeps!
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Just Like Music, Kids & Parenting, Parenting · July 3, 2019

My Son Is Black Boy Joy. And I’m So Proud of Him


My son is a grown man and I always respect his privacy, but I have to shout him out one time right here because he is Black Boy Joy---he deserves to shine!

My 26 year-old son is everything. He’s Black Boy joy, personified.

Becoming his mama at the age of 18 wasn’t picture perfect, but I thank God for him every day. He has always been my biggest fan and supporter, and I have always been his. I don’t always show it, but my son is and will always be my first ray of light. Him and I have a special bond, and that is something unique to the two of us and I hold it sacred.

He’s been living in L.A. for the past six years, toiling away at his dream of being an artist. He has shown tremendous growth, which culminated in a single that he just put out called Waiting For. I’ve been playing it on Apple Music for anyone who’ll listen, and I have had it on constant repeat. I’ve always been creative and I guess those genes got passed on to him. He started making music and videos when I bought him his first Macbook when he was 15. You know, the old school clunky white one? Purchasing it took my whole biweekly paycheck to get it back then, but I’d like to think I sowed into him early, and now he is poised to take over.

My son is a grown man and I always respect his privacy, but I have to shout him out one time right here because he is Black Boy Joy---he deserves to shine!

A lot can be said for those who are courageous enough to go after their dreams. To simply pack up and move a thousand miles away to a city that you’ve never even visited to try your luck at making a living doing something you love. My son did just that, and has managed to do it pretty much on his own without asking for much help from anyone. It takes a lot of guts to do it, and damnit, he is doing it. I am proud of his strength, his resilience, fighting through disappointment, anxiety, and depression at times to come out stronger than ever before.

With purpose. With intention. With heart.

Parenting an adult is different because you have to sit back and let them make their own decisions and choices and hope that what you poured into them all of those years while they were growing up prevails in their character. I am majorly proud of my son of mine living in the City of Angels in Hollywood where there are bad vices all around. He’s not perfect, and I am sure he’s made some decisions that I would side-eye, but all-in-all, he’s a good young man, and he’s as loyal as they come.

My father would be proud.

My son is a grown man and I always respect his privacy, but I have to shout him out one time right here because he is Black Boy Joy---he deserves to shine!

The cards were stacked against us when he was born, and to see him rising above the negatives to make something positive for himself is a pleasure to witness. This son of mine is so freaking dope, and the world is going to find that out very soon.

Codi, keep pushing. Keep creating. Keep growing. Keep being authentically you. You are absolutely one of the best things I’ve created. I am rooting for you. For always. For life!

You are GOALS! You are Black Boy Joy. I love you.

Oh, and if you want to download my son’s new single, click HERE for all platforms.


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P R O M. That’s the caption. P R O M. That’s the caption.
You done good, young lady. Now it’s time to soar You done good, young lady. Now it’s time to soar. 🎓#classof2022
Happy #NationalCollegeDecisionDay! Laylah is off Happy #NationalCollegeDecisionDay! 

Laylah is officially registered at St. John’s University and will begin her freshman year in August as a Public Relations Major. I’m so proud of her hard work and dedication—proud of the young woman that she has become.
Allow me to reintroduce myself. My name is.. Dan Allow me to reintroduce myself. My name is.. 

Danyelle Little, the NEW Director of Marketing and Communications at @rungforwomen . Been sitting on this for a while—now it’s officially official. 🙌🏾
Happy 28th birthday to the best son a mom could ev Happy 28th birthday to the best son a mom could ever have. Kind. Supportive. Talented. Creative. Caring. Smart. Courageous. The list goes on and on. You’ve overcome so much in the past year, and I know that God’s plan for you is working. I love you more than words can say. ❤️❤️❤️
And it’s official. Signed, sealed, delivered. Cl And it’s official. Signed, sealed, delivered. Class of 2026! 🙌🏾@stjohnsu #acceptedstudentday
Look for me in the Spring/Summer edition of St. Lo Look for me in the Spring/Summer edition of St. Louis Family Magazine—page 10 to be exact! I’m honored to be able to share a glimpse into my life as an author, Social Media Manager, and most importantly, a mom! 💕
And we have Book #2! My new novel, 'A Wedding On C And we have Book #2! My new novel, 'A Wedding On Clermont Lane', is now available! It's the sequel to my first novel 'Christmas On Clermont Lane', and if you loved the first one, just wait until you read the sequel.

That makes it two novels in five months, and I must say that while I missed my original deadline in February, I am so excited to have this one finished. The support you all showed me during the first release made me warm and fuzzy and so many of you reached out and asked when the next one would be. Well, here you go!

You can purchase 'A Wedding On Clermont Lane' on Amazon Prime, available in paperback for $10.99 and $7.99 for the eBook/Kindle edition. If you'd like a signed copy, a limited amount of copies are available. Hit the link in my bio.

I cannot wait for you to read this one and let me know your thoughts. Jasmine and The Robinson Family are back---and this time, it's for keeps!
Happy International Women’s Day. I would not be Happy International Women’s Day. I would not be here without the wisdom and strength of my praying grandmother who has poured into me for 46 years and counting. I am so thankful for her unconditional love and unwavering support. ❤️❤️❤️#internationalwomensday #womensday #womenshistorymonth
I was pregnant at 17. Had my son at 18. Struggle I was pregnant at 17. 
Had my son at 18. 
Struggled all throughout my 20’s and mid-30’s financially and professionally.
Married. Had a daughter. 
Took five years to graduate from college.
Started my own business by blogging about being a working mom.
Divorced. 
Found my way after a few changes in direction. 
Wrote my first book.
Became a social media powerhouse. 
Wrote my first novel. 
Now I’m the mom of a 27 and 18 year old. My son is going after his dreams and my daughter will start college in the fall. 
I’m still here. Still growing. Still thriving. Still learning. 
I’m proud to be a woman who has managed to conquer my goals, my vision, my purpose. 
Happy International Women’s Month to all of you who are doing the same. This is our time!

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