College Prep Mom

Doing What Your Kids Like to Do - being creative in finding bonding things to do together that are mutually enjoyable at different stages of our kids’ lives

Helping Kids Remember Departed Loved Ones - ‘Coco” Oscar wins; importance of family; “Remember Me”, 4 ways to pass on memories to children

Nine best birthday presents for an 11-year-old boy- 3 tips for being crowned the “queen of birthdays” plus 9 gift ideas for an 11-year-old boy from an 11-year-old boy (my son Sean)

How to grow healthy natural black hair (tips from my stylist Shanelle) 1. Be gentle with your hair. 2. Condition, condition, condition. 3. Don’t pull your hair up or back too much. 4. Keep your split ends trimmed.

Valuable safety resources for dealing with traumatic school events - Community Education Council takeaways: A parent expressed her fears based on the most recent school shooting at the Parkland Florida High School. Relevant New York City school initiatives and beneficial online resources were shared. Practical advice regarding at-home conversations between parents and kids was also provided.

For the Culture: Black Panther Movie Review - my family’s outfits and movie review (The movie’s box office success is well deserved. Ryan Coogler, the writers, cast and crew worked together to make something amazing.)

Rachael Ray Show experience in Chelsea Studios - Buddy Valestro, Rachael Ray, fried chicken recipes and more

Joy and Meaning - The nation’s latest school shooting thoughts along with Alastair McAlpine’s Twitter thread based on questioning terminal pediatric care patients about what they enjoyed and what gave life meaning.

Two ways to celebrate Galentine’s Day - I like the idea of Galentine‘s Day which was sparked by the Parks and Recreation television show. The philia (friendship) type of love should be celebrated. 1. Schedule things that your female friends will enjoy. 2.Support their businesses. Recommended: Self Care box. Happy Galentine‘s Day

Black History Month thoughts - It’s important for all Americans to learn Black history year-round, including in February. A brief history of Blacks in America. It’s equally important to celebrate Black excellence year-round.