Meet the Blussians

#CharmVoxBox

So this past week, I received my #CharmVoxBox from Influenster. (Disclaimer: I received this for free and all opinions are mine.) I'm super excited about trying this and I've already reviewed a few things! The Mott's Apple Sauce is actually something we buy on our own! Bear and Maks loved it and it's a staple in our home! The McCormick Organics seasoning was interesting. I can't say I would purchase it
Meet the Blussians

Anniversary Pics

It's been a few days since I've posted but I wanted to share our anniversary outing last Saturday: [gallery ids="7046,7047,7048,7049,7050,7051,7052" type="square"] The pictures are mostly in black and white because the venues we went to were dark inside. Shout-out to my hubby for taking most of the photos! It was really nice to go out by ourselves sans Bear. We don't do it very often and it was reminiscent of our pre-Bear
Russian Soul Sundays

Russian Soul Sunday: Homemade Potatoes Au Gratin

So, for years, I've purchased the au gratin potatoes via box from the store. Now, let's be clear, there's nothing wrong with that at all. If you're busy or if you don't have time to dedicate to homemade au gratin potatoes, I highly suggest picking up a box to prepare at home. I used to work in corporate America so I know how it is, trust. Now, I didn't use
Meet the Blussians

Anniversary Baes

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pc3Sz72ZXd0?ecver=1&w=560&h=315] Today is our wedding anniversary (7 years), not to be confused with our dating anniversary in July (which will be 9 years). It's been a lot of ups and downs,  but mostly ups. A lot of ups. Of course, weathering multiple losses, job changes, family issues, and burying a child are a part of the downs. But nevertheless, we've made it to seven years. It doesn't seem like a lot
Yoda

Chalk and Crayons

Lately, I've been teaching Bear more of his numbers, shapes, and colors, in addition to what he learns at school. I'm proud to say now he can count up to 30 and he knows his American alphabet pretty well. While he's at school part-time, he's with me (us) full-time for the remaining days of the week. We don't want him to be overly dependent on his iPad and TV but
Makeup and Natural Hair Care

Natural Hair Care Review: Shea Moisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Leave-In

Can I tell you how much I love this leave-in? I have reviewed quite a few leave-ins on here but this is actually one of the best ones and I honestly can't rave about it enough. In fact, it's so great, I use it on my entire family (except Sushi because, well, reasons...). So, let's jump right on in! Consistency: It’s a cream. It's rather loose and not heavy. Smell: Very light. Honestly, there really isn’t
Russian Soul Sundays

Russian Soul Sunday: Maple Pork Chops and Parmesan Corn on the Cob

Okay, so I'm not entirely sure either recipe would actually be considered soul food (and definitely not Russian food) but when pared together, it's like an orgasm in your mouth, yo. So, I'm not going to be fancy and show you the play-by-play (I think one of the sites I link to does), but I will show you the end results! [gallery ids="6932,6933" type="rectangular"] Originally, I wasn't going to choose French fries
Makeup and Natural Hair Care, Mommy Commentary

My Natural Journey: Why I Decided To Cut Off My Hair…Again.

It's been a wild ride being a member of #teamnatural. First, there is just soooooooo much you can do with your hair. The variety of it is astounding. From protective styles to different ways to wear it, the possibilities are endless. Second, the products. Good Lord, all of the products. If you weren't a product junkie before, you'll surely become one now. And of course, the growth of it all. Many women
Mommy Commentary

When Keeping It Real Goes Stupid

[caption id="attachment_6873" align="alignnone" width="2448"] It was Crazy Hair Day at Bear's school.[/caption] Last week was an unusually trying week for me. It seemed I had a lot of people, both professionally and personally, try me. It all was seemingly under the guise of 'help.' Even when I graciously declined one friend's offer of help, she was insistent that I misunderstood her (I didn't) and she really wanted to help (she wanted
Meet the Blussians

#ThrowbackThursday: We

It's actually one of my favorite pics of all three of us. We were in Chinatown L.A., I think it was for Chinatown Nights back in 2014, I believe. I miss that wig.