For videos, check out my Youtube and Tiktok channels. Make sure to subscribe and/or follow. I was scrolling on Instagram, as I usually do to find fire events in the city for my group Queens of Charlotte, when I happened upon a flyer by the one and only Davita Galloway. If you don’t know, notContinue reading “BALLROOM”
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Caribbean Reads for this Year!
Since finding out that my grandad is Jamaican, and after being immersed in part of the Caribbean culture with Carnival, I have been obsessing over ways to learn more about my culture and my roots. As if a sign from God, one of my favorite book pages on Instagram posted several book challenges we shouldContinue reading “Caribbean Reads for this Year!”
CLT Farmer’s Markets
Southend Takes place each Saturday behind Atherton Mall off of South Boulevard. It parallels the rail trail. When I tell you it’s beautiful out there. You’ll feel like you’re in a Hallmark movie. The vendors sell unique crafts and treats. It’s child and pet friendly. During the holidays, they block off the street,and add aContinue reading “CLT Farmer’s Markets”
Cars and Coffee CLT
Cars and Coffee CLT takes place the first Saturday of every month in Whitehall (Steele Creek area). Free donuts and drinks are given at the beginning. There are also food and car vendors on site. It runs from 8am to noon. Enjoy friends and exotic cars! 🎥 On YouTube 🎥
24 Hours in NYC
Mommy and Daughter in the City If you remember, a few months ago I visited DC with a friend. Well, my daughter became jealous, so I had to do a marathon trip with her as well. For bloopers and vlogs, follow my TikTok and YouTube channels. We decided to visit NYC because it was aContinue reading “24 Hours in NYC”
Top 3 Spas Near Charlotte
I am in the soft phase of my life. Straight femininity over here. With that comes great responsibility. Really, I just want to be pampered. Anyway, here are the best spas near Charlotte! Make sure to check out my TikTok and YouTube. The Spa at Ballantyne Located in The Ballantyne, a luxury hotel, this spa’sContinue reading “Top 3 Spas Near Charlotte”
My Daughter’s First Caribbean Carnival
I’ve been playing mas for years. My daughter has seen me pack and unpack feathers and bedazzled bras for fifty million times. This year, she asked if she could go. Of course I said yes! My little 25% Caribbean heart (my granddad on my mom’s side is Jamaican) jumped with pride. So, I picked aContinue reading “My Daughter’s First Caribbean Carnival”
A Teacher Tomorrow
Today was the first day I wore my diamond wedding ring to work in 4 years. Most recently, I left the world of administration to return to teaching. This has been the best decision I’ve made in a long time. I was an assistant principal for four years. As a teacher for 10 years, IContinue reading “A Teacher Tomorrow”
Love and Other Countries
Love and other countries is a romantic collection of five short stories. Each story focuses on finding love in unique ways. Take the journey to discover love with Summer, Chandy, Natalie, Tandy, and Sadie, as they travel through cultures and cities. The delight of Caribbean culture, farmers markets, and music festivals spice up as theyContinue reading “Love and Other Countries”
Country Style Grill Off
Each year, Art Fennell hosts a grill off in Blenheim/ Bennettsville, South Carolina. Grill masters from all over come to showcase their best ribs and wings. We sampled food from Charlotte, all the way down to Georgia. Grill masters are judged on presentation and taste. I was so excited to see some of my favoriteContinue reading “Country Style Grill Off”
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