Serving Life Without Parole

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Imagine someone telling you about a job that has plenty of perks, an equal amount of challenges, no time off and no pay. Would you take it? Well, put it that way, and I wouldn’t; but I signed up for motherhood anyways. Three times actually. (Did anybody find my sleep? I seem to have misplaced it. ...

All’s Fair in Love and Football

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Football is king in Texas. I’m starting to learn that some families will do whatever it takes to get their kid inside the royal court—even at the tender age of 5. My oldest son Jayden started playing sports when he was 4. Since he was interested and full of energy, we enrolled him into soccer. ...

A Clapback for the Snapback

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You know what’s annoying? People who act like being pregnant is equivalent to taking a shot of euphoria as they walk amongst the lilies and meadows. “Oh my gawww… It’s the most amazing feeling in the universe. I just can’t wait to meet this perfect bundle of joy in person.” That was never my reality. No, ...

The Neverending Tug of War for Attention

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They told me that having children would be a major financial commitment. They told me that having children would drain my energy. (And they were absolutely right.) But what they didn’t tell me was that children require a ridiculous amount of attention. Multiply that by three, and you see my pain. I don’t know how you ...

“Where’s Papa’s Girl?”

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... And still doesn't know where papa's girl is. :) To be a mom is to be alert. At. All. Times. You always have to watch out for imminent dangers, foster a safe environment and be your child’s number one advocate. 👍🏾 Whether it’s at school, the doctor’s office or the store, parents have the final ...

“L” is for Father’s Day

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Ladies, I took the sacrificial "L" for you all today. I completely forgot about Father's Day. ? I blame the lack of media really. I didn't watch television all weekend, so there were no reminders to let me know that it was Father's Day. (It may sound like a weak excuse, but I'm sticking to it. ...