Mommy Commentary

Stop Asking Me about the Russian-Ukrainian Conflict.

Seriously. Just stop. People aren't coming from a genuine place when they ask and it's been rather telling how people truly feel. My thoughts in a newly-released YouTube video: https://youtu.be/-CbIjxmfHbY To help: Black Women for Black Lives Urgent Action Fund Fight For Right
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Dear In-Laws: Stop With the Gotdamn Gender Roles

So, once again, I hosted my in-laws. Yes, those in-laws. The racist-ass ones. The ones that can't absolutely shut the fuck up if they were offered wealth beyond their dreams. I put on my 'I'm going to pretend I like you for a few hours' face and hosted them as we had a family gathering. With the usual this is what you should be doing with your life and
Russian Soul Sundays

Slap Yo’ Mama Roasted Bell Peppers

I love bell peppers. I think they're a very versatile member of the fruit family (yes, it's a fruit, look it up!). They tend to go well with just about anything, though I haven't been that adventurous in trying to turn them into something sweet (I'm sure I could, tho). And while bell peppers can be eaten raw, sautéed, or even fried, I've grown very fond of eating them
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Celebrating the Rams Super Bowl Win!

I'll be the first to admit: I'm not a huge football fan. It's funny to say that because I am a huge sports fan. I just love sports. I was an athlete in high school and college and I enjoy sports to this day. While I'm hesitant to watch golf (I mean, the shit looks boring!), I understand it. I'm also the lone member in my family who can't
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10 Pandemic Parenting Lessons I’ve Learned

It's crazy to think where the world was around this time back in 2020 to where we are now. I've stopped assuming it'll get better and just only hope it won't get worse. Being a parent during the pandemic has had its own set of challenges. From online learning to canceled playdates to cautiously-prepared playdates, it's been a rollercoaster. Keeping Bear focused and on task has been an even
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Must-Have Children’s Books for BHM!

Hello Everyone! I hope you all are doing wonderful and great. I'm back celebrating Black History Month with another post of book recommendations for you and your child. Are you ready? Let's go! I Promise by LeBron James When he's not scoring on the court, LeBron is a children's book author. I bought this book last year and it's become a favorite of Bear's. It has a lot of good
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Visiting the Rose Parade Floats!

Every year since we've moved to Pasadena, we've made it a point to go see the Rose Parade floats the day after the parade. It's a fun activity to get out of the house and Bear really loves seeing the floats in person. We couldn't see the floats in 2021 for obvious reasons (and the parade was canceled), but the parade was back on this year! And of course,
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2021 Year in Review

It's been one interesting year on Meet the Blussians. I got back into regularly blogging on here after taking some time off to, well, recharge. 2020 was a doozy and 2021 was only slightly better. It’s best to do this post by going through the highs and lows of the year with a spectacular wrap-up for next. LFG!  Low:  Bear had to stay home from school. This year found him being
Mommy Commentary

Bear turns 8!

It’s so crazy to think I have an 8-year-old, but I do. I’m not going to lie and say motherhood has been easy-peasy (and any woman who says that is truly lying out of the crack of her ass), but I have to say I’ve thoroughly enjoyed it.  Over the past year or so, I’ve read many women who regret motherhood and having children. I honestly can’t say the same.
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It’s Our Dating Anniversary!

It was our dating anniversary on July 25th. This is not to be confused with our wedding anniversary on March 25th. Yeah, crazy about the dates, but it makes sense to us. 13 years is a very long time to be with someone. I honestly feel anything after 5 years is a commitment and anything after 10 is an investment. I'm lucky we have a lot of couple friends