Anyone else feeling blah and overwhelmed from all that is going on with this COVID-19 pandemic? I know I have felt a serious information overload. Seriously, the Coronavirus outbreak is on every channel, every media platform and has changed our way of life. There is sooo much going on. As a blogger, I found myself […]
Sippin’on lemongrass
Almost every time I purchase lemongrass from the grocery store or at the farmers market, I’m asked how I use it? My answer is, I boil it in water for 10 minutes and drink it as a tea. What Is Lemongrass? Lemongrass is an herb with a lemony scent. The culinary herb is produced from […]
Journey to Sacramento Fashion Week
The countdown to Sacramento Fashion Week (SacFW) begins. My 16-year-old daughter, Tyra Simone, will be walking the runway modeling designs by Samantha Wall-Laidler and Designer Zenzele Nuru. Partnered with Stylist, MarioB, they are preparing a runway experience to remember. Today’s Rehearsal The rehearsal leading up to the show is all about being fitted and styled […]
I’m EXHAUSTED
Confession!!!! I’m tired y’all. No for real for reeaaalll. Since the middle of December, I’ve been going 100 miles a minute. Between my full time job, running my Destiny Inspired business, raising two girls, managing my oldest daughter’s modeling, hosting events, attending/supporting other events, ghostwriting blogs for others, managing clients and more. Whewwww Ya girl […]
Why, How, What
It comes down to the why, how and what. “People don’t buy WHAT you do, they explain WHY you do it.” Let Simon Sinek remind you of the importance of your WHY. This simple video from Simon Sinek reminds us how important it is to express our why, how important it is – as leaders- […]

Tyra Simone’s LUVME Hair Reveal/Review
Thanks to my firstborn Tyra Simone @tyrasimoneee_ for hooking up tonight’s LUVME @luvmehair hair reveal. This is the type of mommy daughter stuff we do. 🎥🎥Check out the full video product reveal. Click the link 🎥🎥🎥 Why not LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE this video??? ♥️♥️♥️ https://youtu.be/gxJmLU1zQPY Thank you LUVME HAIR @luvmehair ♥️♥️ Are you following […]
These TED Talks Will Have You Motivated All Week via xoNecole
“Incorporating a TED talk into your morning ritual or nighttime routine is a great way to get inspired.” “TED talks are short powerful talks that often motivate viewers in some way. TED’s mission is to spread ideas through concise but powerful talks, which are usually 18 minutes or less. I was first introduced to these […]
Self-Care: 15 Ways To Take Better Care of Yourself
Self-Care is Vital Self-care is more than “treating yourself.” It is showing yourself some love and recognizing that you need to take care of YOURSELF. According to Life Hacker, Self-care helps prevent burnout, reduces negative psychological and physical effects of stress and helps you refocus on what is true and important. Are you feeling overwhelmed […]

On My Heart
There is purpose in your pain

Oakland’s 2nd Annual Black Joy Parade Experience!!! (2/24/19)
Melanin is poppin