Promise me you won’t cry mama, my little said to me. I looked at her speechless trying to mask my welling emotions of sadness and angst, reminding myself to keep […]
This beautiful poem, written by my 16-year-old daughter, is dedicated to all the black girls, young women, and women who throughout their lives have been made to feel less than. […]
“Did you watch the video?” No, I said to my friend. It’s the same answer I give for any video released this year of innocent black men being brutally murdered […]
“But I’m always with you.” That’s what my mom always says to me when I tell her I miss her and wish she could be with me. They are the […]
Never give up on your dreams. “What are we doing for spring break, my little one asked?” As a parent, you’re accustomed to hearing this question, especially from your […]
Shifting perspectives. Changing the narrative. Welcome to gapmuse Perspectives, our series that strives to shift perspectives and change the narrative on important issues that impact women and girls across the […]
Dance drop off at 11am; complete science project with little one (3 weeks in!); practice her presentation; grab a snack; help teen with hair and lashes for spring concert; get […]
It’s back to school again (can you believe it!) and you’re busy juggling your kids’ schedules, last minute shopping, transportation, lunches, and anything else that needs to happen for a […]
The other day, my little one and her dad had some time to kill before running an errand. They decided to stop by a neighborhood golf course to putt some balls. With […]
Disclaimer; all moms work – whether they’re stay-at-home or in the workplace, their days are filled with planning, scheduling, strategizing, etc. This blog post is specific to moms in the […]