The events of 2020 impacted individual microcosms in different ways. Our lives were turned inside out, residual effects of an uncertain and inevitable reality did not spare anyone. Job losses are in the millions, people can’t pay their rent and countless small businesses are closing each day. Sadly, the worst of it does not end […]
The U.N. Foundation’s 2020 Girl Up Leadership Summit is filled with women known for their empowerment, inspiration and courage. The Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle as Keynote Speaker, special message from Former U.S. First Lady and Award-Winning Author, Michelle Obama joined by other special guests like Nadia Murad, 2018 Nobel Peace Laureate, UN Goodwill Ambassador, […]
Lisa Vidal is recognized by millions, currently, as the face of “Mama Ortiz” on the largely popular, ABC television medical-drama Grey’s Anatomy. She is also known to fans “Kara Lynch” from BET’s Being Mary Jane or most recently “Mari Garcia” in The Baker and the Beauty. However, others have been seeing her on screen for […]
You have probably been trying to find ways to spend your time. Hopefully, you are not glued to the television watching hourly updates of the global pandemic. Staying informed is essential but oversaturating your mind in the negativity of current events, inevitably leads to more anxiety. What have you been doing to distract or keep […]
How many times have you put something you wanted to do on hold? Has there been a time when you thought “I’ll do this later – next week, month or year?” We are wrapping up the first quarter of 2020 and everything – life as we know it is on pause. The temporary stop is […]
Beautifully decorated trees, incessant shopping for the perfect gifts, family and friends gathering for good food and drinks. Moments of joy and laughter while celebrating the yuletide. The holiday season is in full swing with end of a decade approaching. Each year we look forward to the joyous celebrations of the season. This time around, […]
Each year, men, women and children gather on this day to indulge in a wonderful feast of different foods and treats. Friends and family near and far sit together to celebrate the start of a magical holiday season. Our favorite tunes on the playlist with a Thanksgiving football game in the background. Glorious fun to […]
Trips to the salon are usually uneventful. The visits are used as “me” time. Pause to do some self-care. The quiet time alone provides space to think, reflect and regenerate. Honestly, engaging in social conversations are not part of the ritual. The last appointment was a bit different. I met an older woman who sparked […]
During the holiday season, I took time out to take in a movie. I treated myself to “Second Act.” starring Jennifer Lopez. The story of a woman who plays a different version of herself to prove to others that she was enough. The walk to dinner offered plenty of time to reflect on my own […]
On Thanksgiving day, we’ll sit around an oven roasted, well-dressed turkey. Some of us will pass the wine, while others pass the gravy. Visiting friends and family from all parts of the globe join the table. It’s a tradition in North America to celebrate the Pilgrim feast with the Indians. A holiday favorite. It has […]