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”
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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”
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”
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH GRACIE
Gracie Evelyn (Paden) Mason is originally from Arkansas. She is currently in her late 80’s. She moved to Portland, Oregon in the 1950s following in the steps of her older brother. Gracie worked as a nurse and eventually went back to school and obtained her Bachelors in Education from Portland State University. Gracie enjoyed beingContinue reading “QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH GRACIE”
OUR FAVORITE THINGS OF OCTOBER 2020
Aasha’s favorite things of OCTOBER: 1. LOLA natural tampons https://www.mylola.com/2. Fenty hydrating foundation https://www.fentybeauty.com/3. Plants here are a few recommendations in Portland: http://www.birdsandbeespdx.com/ https://ariumbotanicals.com/ https://www.lowes.com/4. Homemade Green smoothies5. FaceTime (especially with my nephew Lucas) Darcell’s favorite things of OCTOBER: 1. Herbneden Soap https://www.herbneden.com/2. Formosa YAY Mochi Assortment 3-pack -Costco https://www.costco.com/formosa-yay-mochi-assortment-3-pack.product.100664004.html3. Homemade Red Lobster Pina Colada DippingContinue reading “OUR FAVORITE THINGS OF OCTOBER 2020”
Photo Scavenger Hunt
Being in quarantine has taken a toll on me. I was so used to being able go where ever I wanted, when I wanted and with whoever I wanted. This shift has changed how I interact and how I spend my time. My mother (Darcell) and I have been motivating each other to go outContinue reading “Photo Scavenger Hunt”
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH METICIA
Meticia Ball, Indigenous mama, wife, and youth worker. She is a lover of honey lavender ice cream, music, decorating, fashion, Earth Day and trying to be a better human and plant lady each day. She is striving to break the cycle of historical trauma within and for herself as well as for her son (Lucas),Continue reading “QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH METICIA”
GAME NIGHT AND COCKTAILS
Good2know plays a game of elimination discussing sports, music, movies and Black owned products + bonus content on how to make an Uncle Nearest whiskey cocktail. Below are news stories on Uncle Nearest https://www.cbs.com/shows/cbs_this_morning/video/Mnbg8bfIxVilHfTzaWH20lrdvhR9H7bJ/-uncle-nearest-honors-slave-who-taught-jack-daniel-to-make- whiskey/https://www.cbs.com/shows/cbs_this_morning/video/5F3724EF-DA71-AE14-9651-68D4A4B72686/2-american-whiskey-brands-team-up-to-diversify-the-industry/
Favorite Songs of the Week
7 songs for each day of the week. *Bonus points if you can guess who picked which songs.
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