I have a journal I fill with quotes I hear or read that I love. I regularly revisit the journal when I’m in need of inspiration. This weekend I went to the journal in search of some words that would reinforce positivity and help me overcome negative thoughts. I found the following: What you speak […]
Author: Donni Smalls
Battle Royale: Backstreet Boys vs. NSYNC
I finally peeled myself away from watching Childish Gambino’s “This Is America” video on repeat. Well long enough to informally poll my Facebook friends on some of the best *NSYNC and BSB songs. Wait, this is the year 2018 not 1998. Why do I care? Last week, *NSYNC (is there a star, an apostrophe, just […]
The Vitamin ABCs of Healthy Skin
The other day I was waiting in line at CVS when I heard the cashier compliment the girl in front of me on her skin. She let out a coy laugh and when asked for secret C responded I just drink a lot of water. So for all the regular folks that “just” […]
That Weekend Feeling (Playlist)
I don’t know about you, but one of the best feelings is rolling down my windows, turning my music up and, peeling out of the parking lot at work on Friday afternoons. As soon as I discard my blazer, or whatever semi-professional cover up I had on, and my music gets going I get that […]
Friday Favorites: March On
We’re back!!! Do you like the new look?! It’s been weird not to post, but it was also nice to just take a break, brainstorm ideas, and connect with bloggers and companies. Since it’s the end of Women’s History Month and Melanin March (thank you Luvvie) and I want to talk about a few things […]
Living My Best Life: Lessons I Learned in 2017
In 2017, I made a lot of mistakes. I’ve grown. I’ve failed. I have kissed a lot of frogs – although some were pretty cute. I’ve learned to truly embrace my flaws and recognize them as things that make me unique. All of these experiences taught me valuable things. Living My Best Life: Lessons I […]