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”
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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”
Attitude of Gratitude
At the beginning of COVID-19, I started writing a daily gratitude list for a class assignment. My first entry was on March 24, 2020 and is listed below: Having my mom and daughter under one roof My family and loved ones I’m able to work from home without much fear of being laid off MyContinue reading “Attitude of Gratitude”
A binge list for the statewide freeze
From November 18 to December 2, Oregon will be in a statewide Two-Week Freeze to stop the rapid spread of COVID-19 across Oregon. These risk reduction measures are critical in limiting the spread of COVID-19, reducing risk in communities more vulnerable to serious illness and death, and helping conserve hospital capacity so that all OregoniansContinue reading “A binge list for the statewide freeze”
BLACK AND LOCAL.
Drink Mamey https://drinkmamey.com/ Go Girl Ride https://www.gogirlride.com/ I just wanted to highlight two businesses that I encountered this week. I went to Drink Mamey and purchased some yummy juice, a smoothie and a flower bouquet. I also received my Go Girl Ride safety kit in the mail. I am so honored to experience so muchContinue reading “BLACK AND LOCAL.”
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