I was super excited to interview my good friends Bryan (BJ) and Danielle (Tootie) for the blog. Bryan and Danielle met during their Freshman year at Grant High School. They reestablished their relationship Senior year, and maintained that relationship as they entered college in Atlanta, GA. Bryan attended Morehouse College, and Danielle attended Spelman College.Continue reading “Q + A VALENTINE’S DAY EDITION WITH DANIELLE AND BRYAN”
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OUR FAVORITE THINGS OF JANUARY 2021
Aasha’s favorite things of JANUARY: Search Party https://play.hbomax.com/ Nike sweatpants https://www.nike.com/ Chole and Halle’s individual IG pages Fenty Gloss Bomb Creme https://www.fentybeauty.com/lip/lip-gloss*My favorite colors are Fenty Glow, Mauve Wive$ & Honey Waffles Oversized calf length coat https://www2.hm.com/ Darcell’s favorite things of JANUARY: 1. Lovecraft Country https://play.hbomax.com/2. Cucumber Mint Cocktail with Green House Cucumber Mint FlavoredContinue reading “OUR FAVORITE THINGS OF JANUARY 2021”
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH SHARICE
Sharice Burnett was born and raised in Portland, OR. She is married to her college sweetheart Christopher Burnett and they have two girls ages 5 and 9. Sharice is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has her own private therapy practice where she sees African-American children, adults, families, and couples. She absolutely LOVES being aContinue reading “QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH SHARICE”
(Not) Feeling Myself
On January 11th I had a post on my instagram sharing something very personal. I went back and forth of even posting about it. I had so many direct messages from other people that related to me so I decided to share on our blog. Over the last couple months I haven’t felt like myself.Continue reading “(Not) Feeling Myself”
OUR FAVORITE THINGS OF DECEMBER 2020
Aasha’s favorite things of DECEMBER: The Crown https://www.netflix.com/title/80025678 Travel sized perfumes https://www.ulta.com/womens-fragrance-rollerballs-purse-sprays?N=26wo Baby snuggles A weighted blanket Hand written letters Darcell’s favorite things of DECEMBER: 1. Z’Aseelah Body Oil http://www.zaseelah.com 2. Apple Air Pods 3. Pocket Infinity Scarf candacecort.com 4. The Crown 5. Ole Frijole find it at 4125 NE Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97211Continue reading “OUR FAVORITE THINGS OF DECEMBER 2020”
Reflection Q’s
As 2020 comes to an end and 2021 approaches, we wanted to give you some questions to reflect on. We use these questions everyday to reflect on our life and our decisions. It has been very helpful this year. Is this bringing me joy?Am I setting an unrealistic timeline for myself?Do I need a break?Continue reading “Reflection Q’s”
12 Movies of Christmas
We wanted to share some of our favorite Christmas movies. We realize some movies aren’t technically “Christmas” movies but they have holiday themes. Below is list of movies in no particular order. 1.The Nightmare Before Christmas 2. Jingle Jangle3. Elf4. The Preacher’s wife5. Mean Girls6. Friday After Next 7. Home Alone8. All The Grinch moviesContinue reading “12 Movies of Christmas”
12 Songs of Christmas
Christmas time is one of my favorite times of the year. It seems 2020 has dimmed lots of spirits but I am hopeful that some holiday cheer will bring some light in. One of my favorite memories is decorating the tree with our family ornaments and playing Christmas music. I hope you will enjoy someContinue reading “12 Songs of Christmas”
OUR FAVORITE THINGS OF NOVEMBER 2020
Aasha’s favorite things of NOVEMBER: Drink Mamey https://drinkmamey.com/ Hrtless Hoodie https://www.hrtless.com/ Zenni Optical online glasses https://www.zennioptical.com/ Insight app https://insighttimer.com/ Jhene Aiko’s Chilombo album http://www.jheneaiko.com/music/chilombo Darcell’s favorite things of NOVEMBER: Bamboo sheets Groupon.com Jingle Jangle https://www.netflix.com/ Bae’s Fried Chicken https://www.baeschicken.com/ Joe Brown’s Carmel Corn https://joebrownscarmelcorn.com P. Harrell Wines https://pharrellwines.com/ *A special thing to note Drink Mamey, Hrtless, Bae’sContinue reading “OUR FAVORITE THINGS OF NOVEMBER 2020”
It is okay to not be okay
During this pandemic I have had to really sit with myself. I can’t distract myself with going out to happy hour, going to the stores and shopping or booking a ticket and traveling. I have had to sit with being uncomfortable, lonely, sad and with my insecurities. It hasn’t been fun feeling these feelings andContinue reading “It is okay to not be okay”
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