Photography In The Wild!
African photographers are some of the most creative folks that I have ever worked with! In Harare I teamed up with a female African Photographer Erene from Erenez Photography in…
How I Confidently Take Photographs In The Street … While Everyone Is Watching!
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How I’m Learning To Truly Rest Using The Calm App
I always thought that I had this whole 'rest' thing nailed down. You know, go to bed early, turn off all distractions etc. Yeah, I've come to find that rest…
How I’m Finding My Way Through The Pandemic
Y'all, it felt as though I was living in a parallel reality the first couple of weeks I got to Kinshasa and Harare. Allow me to explain: I left Boston…
Picnics Are The Summer Vibe … How To Set Yours Up
Summer is in full swing and picnics are all the rage! They allow you to socially distance and enjoy the fresh air mask free! Picnics are giving us the semblance…
Cocktails in Atlanta: A First Timer’s Guide
Alexa, play Welcome To Atlanta by Jermaine Dupri! I've lived in the states for 12 years and I've always wanted to visit Atlanta! Growing up, in Africa, I watched movies…
Cocktails In Key West: A Vacation Guide
I needed a break - plain and simple. Sometimes it’s not overly complicated: the reasons that cause us to escape. I had just sold most of my furniture and moved…
Cocktails in New Orleans: A First Timer’s Guide
Sometimes you leave home to find yourself. This was what my trip to New Orleans felt like for me. I was struggling with being alone in isolation for two going…
Weekend Viewing
Welcome to the weekend where Alexa predicts sunshine with a slight chance of Netflix viewing. I've pulled together a list of my favorite comedy on Netflix. Comedy Series Schitt's Creek …
These 5 Things Are Bringing Me Joy During Social Distancing
I can honestly say that I'm slowly becoming an introvert ... and I'm ok with it! Social distancing has really got me re-prioritizing how and with who I spend my…
I Got Hot Sauce in My Bag Swag: Nando’s Peri-Peri
Nando's is one of my favorite chain restaurants. Originating from South Africa, this chain has grown since its inception in 1987. I've had Nando's across restaurants on three continents and…
5 Money Saving Apps To Download During COVID-19
I understand that for most people, talking about finances is always a tricky subject. You have people who find it rude to discuss finances. Asking questions like how much one…
How I Make Boho Corporate Chic
One of the best things that has come as a result of this period of social distancing has been the fact that I've been able to think outside my fashion…
Quarantine Grocery Haul & Fridge Organization
I'm spring cleaning today y'all! I shared some ideas on what to do over the weekend in this post here and today, I'm bringing you along as I organize my fridge!…
My Afrobeats Spring Workout Playlist
I legit only listen to Afrobeats when working out (see my fitness posts here, here & here). Unless I'm in a Zumba class or following along a YouTube workout video, I'm only playing music…
The Best Apps When Working From Home
A couple of weeks ago I shared my top tips on how to be productive when working from home (see post here). Today, I'm sharing a couple of apps that…
What To Do This Weekend: Quarantine Edition
Many states have just under 30 days of social distancing to go. So Im sharing some of the activities that have got me by these last couple of weeks. 1.…
What Social Isolation Is Teaching Me … About How Lonely I Am
I was raised in an African household, which meant that I never really grew up 'on my own'. There was always an uncle who was supposedly visiting for a weekend…