Caribbean, Travel

Visit Kingston, Jamaica, She’s Worth It

Kingston is nestled in between the luscious Blue Mountains on the island of Jamaica’s southeastern coast. Travelers often sidestep the capital city and local economic hub for more popular tourist destinations like Negril, Montego Bay, and Ocho Rios. Negril offers breathtaking waterfalls, Ocho Rios promises adventure and flavorful food, while Montego Bay provides first-class resorts …

Travel, United States

Baltimore, the Forgotten City, My City

Baltimore holds an ingrained and sacred place in my heart. It is the city that raised me. Baltimore is America, strong at its best and flailing at its worst Throughout the city, there are certain twists and turns that make you forget homeowners and green grass exist. Explore further, the city reveals more. Baltimore is …

Events, Random

Mary J. Blige and Nas Concert Review, An Eighties Babies Jam Session

The Mary J. Blige and Nas Royalty Tour is a banger.  Akin to visiting a close friend you haven’t seen in a while and reminiscing on how your bond never disconnected. Mary J and Nas are a magic duo that will have you jamming days after the concert ends. Seeing either of these artists alone …

Family

Self-care is necessary for every mother’s mental health

Self-care is the greatest gift any mom can give to themselves.  Every day we wear many, many, many masks. Occasionally, we lose ourselves behind the mask. We forget to do what makes us happy and disconnect with who we were before gaining the societal titles, which is detrimental to our entire tribe’s well-being. At 34 …

Food, Recipes

Quick and Easy Matcha Smoothie Recipe

Families have a lot to juggle.  Smoothies are a great on the go pre or post-workout treat.  This tasty, quick, and easy Matcha smoothie packs a double punch.  This matcha smoothie recipe deliciously partners antioxidant powerhouse Matcha powder with shelled hemp seeds. What is Matcha powder? How much caffeine is in Matcha powder? Matcha powder …

Caribbean, Travel

The best things to do in St. Maarten

Some of the best things to do in St. Maarten include hiking, beach hopping, and exploring her history and culture. St. Maarten island and Saint Martin island are unique.  Two separate countries nestled on one 33.5-mile Island. The Dutch southern side of the island is Sint Maarten and the northern French side of the island …

Travel, United States

A Guide to Surviving Coachella over 30

Whoop, Whoop, it’s officially the music-festival season!   Coachella Valley Music and Art’s Festival takes place in April.  Is anyone else excited? The best part of any music festival is experiencing the spirit and energy of the attendees. Coachella takes place over two weekends.  The first weekend is known for people watching and the second weekend …

Canada, Travel

All aboard!! A review of Amtrak’s Pacific Cascade

We couldn’t find many winter Amtrak Pacific Cascade reviews and needed to choose the best travel method for our short voyage from Vancouver to Seattle. Why would anyone even want to ride Amtrak’s Pacific Cascade train? There are so many questions one must ask when planning a trip. What to pack?  Where to go?  How …