Russian Soul Sundays

Vegetarian Snack: Brie x Cucumber Open Sandwiches

So, originally I was going to post about the vegan sautéed red chard I just made. However, I didn't take a pic of it so, LOL, I'm going to have to wait a couple days to remake it and take a pic of it. However, last night, I did make vegetarian brie x cucumber sandwiches last night. I had a lot of brie and a lot of cucumbers and I thought,
Russian Soul Sundays

You Must Try This Vegan Curry!

Sometimes it's complicated to find a tasty homemade vegan recipe. I mean, let's face it, how many times can you fry, bake, puree, and toast tofu? However, there are always exceptions to every rule. I found this recipe and was eager to try it. I had many of the ingredients already on hand and only had to pick up a few at the grocery store. I even took numerous photos
Mommy Commentary

Do I Need to Prepare for a Mass Shooting?

Disclaimer: This is not a pro- or anti- gun control post. That being said, please be respectful in the comments.  Growing up, I can remember the first time I heard about a mass shooting. I was already in college when Columbine happened. My roommate and I, with our friends and neighbors, were gathered around her small TV in our dorm room and we watched the news with horrifying expressions. We
Makeup and Natural Hair Care, product reviews

Beauty Product Review: Shea Moisture’s African Black Soap Clarifying Mud Mask

[gallery ids="9302" type="rectangular"] Masks are a funny thing to review because you never know if something worked until way after the fact. I'm talking usually within a day or sometimes a week. You need to see how your face reacts to it, if there are any funky ingredients you didn't realize you were allergic to, and if it's a brand you'll keep using. Sometimes, 24 hours isn't enough to make
Russian Soul Sundays

Vegan Collard Greens

I'm not sure if I posted this recipe before but I have to say when some things are made accidentally, they can sometimes be the best results. Last Thanksgiving as I was preparing a meal for my family, I decided to make collard greens. I haven't made collard greens in forever and I legit forgot how much time it takes. Between the washing and soaking (and more washing and soaking),
Mommy Commentary

Vegan Restaurant Review – Kitchen Mouse Los Angeles, CA

I decide to switch up the vegan posts a little but venturing outside of my comfort zone and going to a vegan restaurant. I've been to vegan restaurants before and I've enjoyed them. However, vegan restaurants can often be a hit or miss. Some have their flavoring down to a science and some should pick up a seasoning book, but I digress. So, I've heard a lot about one of
Mommy Commentary

Black History Gala Honoring My Dad

I really don't talk about my family for a variety of reasons. Mainly because there isn't that much to say. I'm the youngest of four, have two parents, and several nephews with one lone niece. Over the weekend, my father was honored as a Civil Servant for the annual Black History Gala in Palm Springs, my hometown. My dad and I have had a very complicated relationship which I'll talk
Makeup and Natural Hair Care

Product Review: Olehenriksen Balance It All Face Cleansing System

All right, so I'm on the search of better face products. Not that the ones I've been using aren't bad - Noxzema, and Neutrogena have helped me clear my skin for years. However, I like to switch up things every now and then. Checking out the reviews of my fave store, Sephora, I came across Olehenriksen face cleansing system. Yeah, I can't pronounce the name so don't bother to ask
Mommy Commentary

Don’t Call It a Comeback: Interview with Ricci Bester-Adams

Who said I was sane???? LMAO. No seriously, as I began this serious journey, I decided early on, “I’m a brand. You will find me everywhere with my ideas on everything. Like Kim K, without the porn tape and cosmetic work done on her, but more talent." For this week's Mommy interview, I spoke with one of my oldest and closest friends, Ricci Bester-Adams. It's difficult to describe Ricci without