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How Khan Academy & Pixar Are Thinking ‘Out Of The Box’ with Brain Boosting Lessons For Your Kids

How Khan Academy & Pixar Are Thinking ‘Out Of The Box’ with Brain Boosting Lessons For Your Kids
August 31, 2015 Comments Off on How Khan Academy & Pixar Are Thinking ‘Out Of The Box’ with Brain Boosting Lessons For Your Kids

I’m already into Khan Academy. My kids log on and engage in lessons that help them to grow smarter and enhance their learning. There are informative videos that are pretty much like having another teacher at home. If you want ... Read More »

The Powerhouse Black Bloggers & Businesswomen you KEEP Missing on Your Top Blogger Lists

The Powerhouse Black Bloggers & Businesswomen you KEEP Missing on Your Top Blogger Lists
August 28, 2015 6 Comments »

Anyone else tired of those blogger lists that name “top” bloggers but always seem to miss the mark? Well I am. I’m not hating. I’ve just happened to notice and have been disappointed about the fact that there are some ... Read More »

Grab Your Gut: The Carmichael Show is a Side Splitting Masterpiece on NBC!

Grab Your Gut: The Carmichael Show is a Side Splitting Masterpiece on NBC!
August 28, 2015 Comments Off on Grab Your Gut: The Carmichael Show is a Side Splitting Masterpiece on NBC!

Who the hell wrote the pilot for the Carmichael Show? Inquiring minds want to know because they are going to catch a case because my side burst and split open from laughing so hard last night! The Carmichael Show on ... Read More »

#MoonGirl is Marvel’s Newest Brown & Brainy Super Hero!

#MoonGirl is Marvel’s Newest Brown & Brainy Super Hero!
August 20, 2015 Comments Off on #MoonGirl is Marvel’s Newest Brown & Brainy Super Hero!

Marvel has done it again and is making headlines with a beautiful, brainy, bi-focal wearing brown girl named Moon Girl and my daughter Mikaela is OVER THE MOON ABOUT IT! Marvel Comics has revamped Devil Dinosaur, a classic 1978 comic, and ... Read More »

OshKosh B’gosh Back to School Clothing Preview with Deeply Discounted Deals

OshKosh B’gosh Back to School Clothing Preview with Deeply Discounted Deals
August 8, 2015 Comments Off on OshKosh B’gosh Back to School Clothing Preview with Deeply Discounted Deals

Oh my GOSH! I had the pleasure of being invited to the OshKosh B’gosh Back to School VIP/Media Party and took a tour of the new Buckhead store. I know the OshKosh brand as a favorite among moms like me (I ... Read More »

Staples & Think It Up Awards Atlanta Teachers with $250,000 for class projects #StaplesForStudents

Staples & Think It Up Awards Atlanta Teachers with $250,000 for class projects #StaplesForStudents
August 8, 2015 Comments Off on Staples & Think It Up Awards Atlanta Teachers with $250,000 for class projects #StaplesForStudents

As a teacher I had the pleasure of being invited to hear a great announcement by Staples and a new program, called “Think it Up,” which awarded Atlanta students and teachers more than $250,000 dollars for their class projects. Staples ... Read More »

Channel 2 Action News Back 2 School coverage kick starts the school year

Channel 2 Action News Back 2 School coverage kick starts the school year
August 3, 2015 Comments Off on Channel 2 Action News Back 2 School coverage kick starts the school year

Channel 2 Action News is mobilizing its resources to help moms and dads across Georgia receive all the information they need with unprecedented media support. Coverage from all angles and multiple platforms includes on air, online and on mobile with ... Read More »

Are you watching? Meet & Greet with the Cast of Bravo TV’s Mother Funders

Are you watching? Meet & Greet with the Cast of Bravo TV’s Mother Funders
July 29, 2015 Comments Off on Are you watching? Meet & Greet with the Cast of Bravo TV’s Mother Funders

Contributor: Keri Herndon-Brown www.butterandbeats.com I have a confession to make: I do not make female friends easily. I tend to be hesitant or even reluctant to engage with women I don’t know. I’m not exactly sure why — I have ... Read More »

Channel 2’s “Stuff the Bus” Saturday, August 1st Help local children in need start school with supplies to succeed

Channel 2’s “Stuff the Bus” Saturday, August 1st  Help local children in need start school with supplies to succeed
July 29, 2015 Comments Off on Channel 2’s “Stuff the Bus” Saturday, August 1st Help local children in need start school with supplies to succeed

SIX LOCATIONS TO DROP OFF CONTRIBUTIONS Atlanta – July 24, 2014 – Channel 2, WSB-TV, The Family 2 Family Project and The Children’s Restoration Network (CRN) announce the return of the annual school supply donation event “Stuff The Bus” (Hashtag ... Read More »

Kroger to Give Away More Than $60,000 in Classroom Supplies to Support Local Educators

Kroger to Give Away More Than $60,000 in Classroom Supplies  to Support Local Educators
July 21, 2015 Comments Off on Kroger to Give Away More Than $60,000 in Classroom Supplies to Support Local Educators

Calling ALL Teachers! Kroger’s Atlanta Division is showing support for Atlanta-area educators by giving away classroom supplies valued at more than $60,000. Teachers are invited to come and pick out free items for their classrooms, diving into the school year ... Read More »

WSBTV Joins Forces with Influential Parenting Bloggers to Bring You More Positive News

WSBTV Joins Forces with Influential Parenting Bloggers to Bring You More Positive News
July 21, 2015 1 Comment »

Every morning my day starts with WSBTV and Fred Blankenship leading with the news about my Metro Atlanta community. I watch it mostly because I trust the station and how they deliver the news and I feel like they know ... Read More »

We’re a #TracFoneFamily with a Plan That’s a Plus For All of Us! #spon

We’re a #TracFoneFamily with a Plan That’s a Plus For All of Us! #spon
July 16, 2015 Comments Off on We’re a #TracFoneFamily with a Plan That’s a Plus For All of Us! #spon

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post. I was compensated to be a TracFone Ambassador. All opinions are mine.  My family is always on the go, but even when we’re home I’ve come to realize that we really need a house ... Read More »

How Honey Maid Helps My Crew Make Magic Out of Family Fun Time #ThisIsWholesome #SchoolSnackSurprises #spon

How Honey Maid Helps My Crew Make Magic Out of Family Fun Time #ThisIsWholesome #SchoolSnackSurprises #spon
July 14, 2015 Comments Off on How Honey Maid Helps My Crew Make Magic Out of Family Fun Time #ThisIsWholesome #SchoolSnackSurprises #spon

This post is sponsored by Mondelez.  My crew is pretty cool. When we’re all together as a family, we are an eclectic mix. This summer we’ve had a chance to really bond and have fun. Each of my kids are ... Read More »

Why I View Ciara as a Role Model for Young Girls Everywhere

Why I View Ciara as a Role Model for Young Girls Everywhere
July 7, 2015 Comments Off on Why I View Ciara as a Role Model for Young Girls Everywhere

Before you turn your nose up and judge the title of this post because you already have your mind made up about Ciara and all the grinding and grooving she does on stage, I ask that you don’t judge and ... Read More »