A Black Lady Experience!

Hello My People, As I stated before, I want to share a little about my journey with my son, Quincy, and his autism diagnosis. Over the years, I've realized something. He's better at setting boundaries and advocating for himself than I am! Watching him confidently speak up for himself is a reminder of all the sacrifices and time I put into teaching him those skills. Funny how life work because he's yet teaching me. When Quincy was diagnosed, I never cried or felt sorry for him or for myself....

April is Autism Acceptance Month, and I want to take these next few weeks to share more about my story as an "Autism Mama." 💙 "Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex developmental condition involving persistent challenges with social communication, restricted interests and repetitive behavior. While autism is considered a lifelong condition, the need for services and supports because of these challenges varies among individuals with autism." -American Psychiatric Association ***** I...

A Black Lady Experience! Weekly Newsletter ingridientsforlife.com Auntie Era Activated Enhancing and Evolving Your Look View Online Hello beautiful people! In the interest of embracing 45 (the official "auntie" age, in my humble opinion), I’ve been doing a lot of reflection. Yes, I’ve been trying to improve my health, but I don’t want to forget the fun stuff. And by that, I mean the things I truly find enjoyable. And what I find enjoyable is changing up my appearance. The Early Days My mama...

A Black Lady Experience! Weekly Newsletter ingridientsforlife.com Spring Renewal🌷 The Power of Black Women's Encouragement View Online Happy spring friends! Spring has officially arrived, bringing with it longer days, warmer weather, and a renewed sense of motivation (for me). Even though allergies try their BEST to take us out, there's something undeniably invigorating about this time of year. Health & Wellness Season With the change in season comes a natural urge to refresh and reset. Y'all...

Hi Friends! This week, I found myself reflecting on the importance of family. Growing up in a large family, (three younger siblings and countless cousins who felt like siblings) life was always filled with energy and excitement. Holidays were always a big deal, gatherings were frequent, and my folks never missed an opportunity for an impromptu cookout. But I'm by no means in denial about how I sometimes take for granted the time I've been blessed to spend with my family. The Evolution of...

Hello again! I'm already a week late sharing this information, but better late than never! I love a good story, and when I say Beyond the Gates has me hooked already! This new daytime soap is making history as the first Black-led hour-long soap opera in over 35 years, and y’all, it does not disappoint. I grew up watching "the stories" with both my grandmothers, and I can only imagine what they’d think of Beyond the Gates. A prestigious Black family, secrets, scandals, power moves... It's...

Don't forget! Today is the day we close our pockets and sit down somewhere! ✊🏾 Happy Black History Month! Have a beautiful and blessed boycott day!

Every year, I tell myself I’m making real changes. But this time? I feel the shift. So, let me tell y'all something I struggle with. I can be a bit of a perfectionist, and yes, a little judgmental. Shocking, isn't it?🤭 Not in a “look down on people” way, though. I love people. But I am a "side-eyer." Especially when I don’t understand certain life choices that people make. But here’s the kicker: that same energy has been holding ME back. I consider myself confident, but I’ve realized there...

Happy Valentine's Day, lovers! It's been a while since I last checked in, but I couldn’t let this day of love, this Black History Month day of love, pass without touching base. First things first, I hope your 2025 is off to a great start. Are you resting? Remember, we are sitting this one out. You hear me? Understood? Okay. January felt like 1001 days, but I made it through and celebrated my 45th birthday 🎂 on the 24th. It was a quiet evening with a good meal, just the way I like it. This...