Thursday, April 26, 2012 is Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day. It’s a day that encourages employees to bring their children to work so that they can learn what mom and dad does at work all day. Some offices really rally around this special day by having events in the office such as breakfasts that are catered with the young palate in mind to having movie time during lunch.
Moms: What Have You Done For You Lately?
I ask this: what have you done for you lately? Is life passing you by while you are focused on everyone but yourself? Do you feel guilty if you spend some time pampering and taking care of yourself and not your family?
U.S. News & World Report Announces its List of Best Cars for Families
When you have a family, a lot of thought is put into selecting a car. It’s no longer about what you would like, but also what is safe for your family. Cost and features also come into play, and it can be a pretty daunting decision.
It’s Better to Give Than to Receive
It is easy to get caught up in the pomp and circumstance of the Christmas holiday, as well as the commercialization that goes with it. The presents, the sales, the swarming of malls.
Scenes from Our Thanksgiving Preparation
Yay! Thanksgiving is finally here. And while most of us spent time out and about purchasing food and items to make our fabulous soirees a hit, being thankful is what this holiday is all about.
What’s On Your Thanksgiving Menu?
Can you believe we are a week away from Thanksgiving? Time is certainly flying by, and soon, Turkey Day will be upon us. Usually each year, I attend Thanksgiving dinner at my Grandmother’s house, and she and my Aunt usually do all of the prepping and cooking.
Prayers Fulfilled—We Need Boxes! It’s Moving Time!
Last week, I blogged about me and my family’s desperate need to find a new home, since we are bursting at the seams in the one we have now.
Help Me! The Walls Are Closing In!
As an only child, I have come to love having my space. I like having room to myself. And I miss having an actual office. Right now, I office at the dining room table and its so inconvenient at times.
Is Choosing Kids First, Marriage Later the New Career Path?
When it comes to the workforce, many things have changed, but one thing seemed to remain the same: most working class and professional types are pursuing the same goal — career, then marriage, and then a family.
70’s Family Flashback In Pictures: The Way We Were
Seeing my dad here in all of his afro’d glory, looking suave in a faux silk shirt and pleated polyester pants makes me happy for some reason. My mom was looking quite fab herself in a skirt suit, hair feathered and highlighted to perfection.
The Suckage of Being an Only Child
When I was little, I thought that being an only child was the most awesome thing in the world. I didn’t have to vie for the attention of my parents and I was spoiled beyond belief.
Bridezillas: How Not To Be A Bi^%$ During Your Wedding
When I was married in 2005, I did everything I could not to become a Bridezilla. My wedding and the events leading up to it culminated in the first real season of Bridezillas on the WE Network and seeing these brides made me realize that I was turning myself into a monster, which was not good.