The concept of getting down on one knee and proposing marriage is one that is rife with tradition. It is a pivotal moment for a couple as they agree to take two lives and make them into one and embark on the next phase of their relationship together. I remember when my husband proposed. We…
If you are going to college, you probably already know that education is quite expensive. It’s not just tuition — there are many other costs, especially if you’re living away from home for the first time. What is the best way to deal with these costs? First, you have to inquire about the real cost…
While there is nothing wrong with going glam from time to time, it can be nice to take things down a bit for your standard look and aim for a more natural style. I opted for a minimalist makeup look for my wedding day! Opting for a more natural look can be a great way…
It’s a common phrase that we all have heard or even used when we were in school. “I’m never going to use this. Why do I need to learn it?” This phrase has been especially common in many math classes over the years during algebra and geometry classes. However, as we grow older and we…
I’m thrilled to be included in the Boston Globe in this article on pandemic parenting. Families share 4 lessons learned from pandemic parenting As life starts returning to normal, parents reflect on the old routines and priorities they’re reconsidering. My portion: Mia Wenjen of Newton, Mass., a parent of three children, ages 16, 19, 21,…
Please join me for our fourth Multicultural Children’s Book Club. We host a FREE multicultural children’s picture book virtual book club on the first Thursday of every month from 7 pm to 8 pm EST. October’s event will be held on October 7th and we are celebrating Halloween using Boo Stew by Donna L. Washington,…
Please welcome my guest author today, Alda B. Dobbs. She has a list of middle grade books with refugee themes. We are also giving away her debut book, Barefoot Dreams of Petra Luna. To enter, please fill out the Rafflecopter at the bottom. Barefoot Dreams of Petra Luna by Alda B. Dobbs It is…