This year has been a whirlwind of emotions, so the first chance Rose and I got to get out of the city; WE TOOK IT. While looking for hotels during our ‘Girls Trip Getaway’ we…
Travel: Disney 2.0 Bigger and Better!!!
Travel: Why Hotel Van Zandt is the only option for hotel accommodations in Austin
Lifestyle: fall torani drink ideas
#AD As soon as Fall starts, I get so excited because I know my birthday is around the corner. Every year I host a fall themed birthday brunch at my house, and this year my…
Partnerships: Burst Oral Care Toothbrush Kit
#Ad As an Influencer, I get to partner with some great companies! BURST Oral Hygiene is probably my favorite of 2020! This travel toothbrush set comes in three colors, has a travel holder, a charge,…
Foodie: Waffle Bus Shop….Not a Bus anymore
While working at UH, I was completely obsessed with a few food trucks. My #1 was The Waffle Bus. The Chicken Thunder Fries are BOMB! Recently, Waffle Bus has opened an actual…
Lifestyle: Mid-Year Update
Y‘all.. Ya girl has been BUUUUSY! Actually, no. Busy is an understatement. I’ve been swamped. Work is literally life right now. My Creative Design Firm is literally taking off and I can barely keep…
Lifestyle: Outdoor Space Obsessions
Anyone else obsessed with outdoor spaces? I don’t know what it is I just love natural light, air, and all outdoor elements! So, with that being said, I’ve been needing a space where I can…
Lifestyle: Quarantined, Blessed, and Ready to take on Whatever!
Hey, y’all! This has been a pretty stressful month…to say the least. My great aunt in Indiana passed away. My great uncle is currently in the hospital. His son and his son’s wife were in…
Lifestyle: Coronavirrrrrus! A Fun Kid’s Game to Play While Home!
Anyone else going completely crazy in the house? I have so much to do and I appreciate not having to leave, but I really do enjoy the separation. Nevertheless, I am thankful for a job…
We write because we believe the human spirit cannot be tamed and should not be trained. -Nikki Giovanni
Travel: Disney 2.0 Bigger and Better!!!
Disney… Where do I even begin? Year two of ‘Influencer Week’ is truly a blessing. If you’d ask me three years ago how I felt about partnering with brands like Disney or Fabletics, I would…
Travel: Disney Resort Living…You Won’t Regret This
Hey, y’all! I’ve been swamped with work…and more work than I’ve haven’t able to give you all a download on my most recent trip to Disney! I thought last year was fun…nah this year was…
Travel: This was Definitely our first Rodeo!!
Howdy Houstonians! I’ve been in Houston all of 9 years, and had never been to Rodeo! So, my homegirl gave me tickets and I took my bestie, Riley. 🙂 I honestly didn’t know what to…
Travel: Party of Three Airport Edition
Have I introduced you all to my granddaughter? Wow. How rude of me! This is Tiana. Riley’s baby. Kiki (our aunt) bought her this stroller for Christmas, and she insisted on using it at the…
Travel: Weekend Getaways to Dallas
Does anyone else need at least one getaway a month to stay sane? Being a mother, a full-time PM, and an entrepreneur is a lot of work! Sometimes I look back like, “I don’t know…
Travel: The adventures of Cloud Gate in Millenial Park, Chicago
While in Indiana this past Christmas, I talked my mother into road-tripping with Riley and I! We had a ball! Literally! – LOL. I am truly what most call ‘a blogger at heart’. That means…
Lifestyle: Making Halloween A Learning Experience
Growing up, my grandmother would always tell us we DO NOT celebrate Halloween! We could barely dress up, and if we did, we had to be something Godly. I mean, a person can only be…
Architecture: Tiny House Getaway…Why I’m completely obsessed
When your family asks to watch your child and you have 24 hours to get away, you don’t think, you just GO! This tiny house from ‘Getaway House’ outside of Dallas was the perfect escape…
Architecture: Texas A&M Kyle Field Tour
While at the COAA (Construction and Owners Association of America) conference, we went on a tour of the new Kyle Field in College Station, Texas! It’s literally the stadium of all stadiums! Here are a…
Fashion: 2 Reasons to stop sleeping on Fashion Nova
I will forever shop at Fashion Nova. You want to know why? Because I’m frugal and because I’m impatient. I have been stalking this dress since it was $109, and I was thinking “Oh hellz…
Fashion: Next Level Workout Gear From Fabletics
Whether you’re actually working out or just running errands around the town (like me), a Fabletics outfit is always my go to gear to tackle the day! Their work out attire that is fabulous athletic-wear…
Lifestyle: 5 Essential Tips for Taking your Kids to Homecoming #HBCUStyle
SET YO’ HOMECOMING OUT! Alright, so if you didn’t attend THE Prairie View A&M University you wouldn’t know how to answer that chant. Lol. Once my sitter bailed on me the day of homecoming, I…
Lifestyle: #OVOXO Birthday Wishlist 2.0
Heyyy y’all! Now you know the best month of the year is #October, right? The weather is perfect and the best people are born over the next 31 days.! Duh, me! Lol. Well, last year…
Travel: Top 6 Excursions to check out in Dubai, UAE جامع الشيخ زايد الكبير
If you’ve seen the outrageous amount of photos I posted on Facebook and Instagram, you know that I had the time of my life in the Middle East a few weeks ago. Honestly, I really…
Travel: Therapeutic Solo Trips, Self-Love, Peace of Mind, Clarity
You know, if you asked me 5 years ago would I ever take a solo trip by myself, I would have said “HELL NO!” But, that’s what growth is for right? I have been on…
Motherhood: Free Educational Printables
Here ya go! Lol. I will write a more formal post later on. But long story short, I’m always finding ways for my daughter to learn, so I found these editable printable that you can…
FREEBIE FRIDAY VOLUME 7: The Ultimate Entrepreneur’s Hip Hop Playlist
Heyyyy CEOs!! Did you miss me? My apologies. I’ve been busy with this lemonade tour, taking a few new classes, and trying to define my 7 millionaire income sources. Thanks, Warren Buffett! Soooo… if you…
DIY: Yarn Jackets Under $60 in Under a week
About a 5 minute read! Hey my loves! I absolutely LOVE how my coat and Riley’s vest turned out, but sis, I need to tell you the 411… This project was soo time consuming! Let me…
Foodie: Cooking Chronicles Of a Hangry Black Woman – Pasta Edition
This pasta mixed three of my favorite things; shrimp, broccoli, and pasta. It was also super easy to make! I just cooked the fettuccine noodles. Cooked the shrimp and broccoli (separately of course). Added 3…
Foodie: Cooking Chronicles Of a Hangry Black Woman – Shrimp n’ Grits
Yall. Do y’all know that I’ve just now tried Shrimp and Grits?? And by just now, I mean like last month. And now here we are, I’m completely obsessed. So, for this meal I needed:…
Events: How this Creative Sister Duo is Crushing The Sweets Industry!
Hey Y’all! I know that we all get excited about new businesses in the area, so I wanted to share this one with you. This hot new spot in Cypress that is too cute to…
Events: Mommy + Mini Ice Cream Dreams Party
Coming soon…
Lifestyle: Working for a State Institution Pros and Cons
Coming soon…
FREEBIE FRIDAY VOLUME 6: SheEO Boss Babes In Business To Do List and Planners
Hey hey! I would like to think that I am a pretty organized person…wait who am I kidding I have to make a to do list everyday just to get stuff done! So, I made…
Events: Why Ombre Brows with Symmetry Eyebrows is Worth Every Cent and More!
I recently experienced ombre brows at Symmetry Eyebrows, and I am almost positive that I’m obsessed now. Ombre brows are similar to microblading, but it’s noninvasive and last a lot longer! Let me tell you a little…
Foodie: Cooking Chronicles Of a Hangry Black Woman – Breakfast Edition
Sooo… If this is your first time tuning in, this is only the second edition of ‘The Cooking Chronicles of a Hangry Black Woman’, so you haven’t missed much. But check out the Kale Edition…
DIY: Riley’s Lemonade Shelf
Whew, chile!! I got this idea in early April, and I have not been able to get the thought out of my head! That’s usually how it goes with me though. As a creative director,…
Events: The beauty behind The Unicorn – Magical Dessert Bar
If you’re in the Houston area, make sure you stop by The Unicorn Magical Dessert Bar! This delicious dessert bar is for all girls young and old, who want to experience a true unicorn snack!…
Events: Our Fourth of July Festivities
Fourth of July was AWESOME! We did absolutely NOTHING for half of the day… And by absolutely nothing, I mean we stayed home because it was a real-life sauna outside, did laundry, cooked, cleaned, and…
Events: Brunch and PositiviTEA at Esther’s Cajuan Cafe
This past weekend, I had the chance to be apart of one of the most influential brunches I’ve been to in a long time! Jonaé Nichole is the epitome of a phenomenal woman and is…
Events: Why the Best Yoni Vaginal Steams are from the Detox Beauty Studio
Yoni Steams or vaginal steams may seem like a new hot commodity, but in reality, they have been around for DECADES! It’s an alternative health treatment whereby a woman squats or sits over steaming water containing herbs…
Events: Why Goat Yoga Katy is the New Rave of the 21 century
GOAT YOGA?? Whaat! Omg, yes GOAT YOGA! And we had the time of our lives! For those of you who know me, you know that I love yoga! So I decided to challenge myself…
Events: VIP Experience at Candytopia Houston
Houston! Candytopia’s whimsical workshop of toothsome delights 🍭 is now open in Space City 🚀! Wait, you’ve never heard of Candytopia? Oh lawwwd! Candytopia is a exciting interactive art museum made up of only one ingredient…yup you guessed…
Parenthood: Our First Year of Blogging
I t’s sooo crazy that I’ve been on this awesome journey for one year now! Just yesterday, I was losing sleep over my logo. Yes, it’s that serious. Thank you to everyone who has supported…
Foodie: Cooking Chronicles Of a Hangry Black Woman – Kale Edition
I love Kale. Well, let’s face it…I’m the 10% of humans who actually enjoy salad. And not because of any nutritional values. I mean, that’s what I’m supposed to say, but in all actuality, I…
EVENTS: The beauty behind TRUE REST FLOAT SPA
Earlier this week I had the pleasure of experiencing The Float Spa at True Rest Houston, and the amount of stress that was relieved from me is unbelievable! Let me tell you about my experience!The…
FREEBIE FRIDAY VOLUME 6: SheEO Boss Babes In Business Facebook Group
❣️❣️WOMEN WITH BUSINESSES❣️❣️ Tell us about yourself and your business! This week’s ‘Freebie Friday’ is my newly revamped Facebook Page for Women in Business!! Join our group and let’s get to networking!! SheEO Boss Babes In…
Events: The Heels and Hustle ‘Collabs and Conversations’ Networking Event
“Heels and Hustle ” is a platform created so women entrepreneurs can connect with one another, network, succeed, and thrive in a business world. H&H gives you the tools and network to realize your vision,…
Events: The Be Bold Women’s Empowerment Brunch at The Houston Junior League
This past Saturday, I had the pleasure of meeting with the beautiful ladies of iTHRIVE, a mentoring program geared toward young girls between 12-18 here in Houston, Texas. Juanae Johnson, founder, of iTHRIVE, has dedicated…
FREEBIE FRIDAY: Facebook Live Blogging Q & A!
❤️❤️FREEBIE FRIDAY❤️❤️ This week’s highly requested “Freebie Friday” will be a Facebook live on how to start your own blog, how to make money, and also how to save money blogging!! Please DM me your…
Events: The Original Mud Run…Only For The Brave
This past Saturday Riley and I were invited to Mud Run Houston, and we had the time of our lives! I didn’t realize that it was so many races going on! Riley and I participated…
FREEBIE FRIDAY VOLUME 5: Over 200 Creative Blog Post Ideas
Hey my loves! It has come to my attention that many of you think that I have my life together. I don’t. Not even a little bit…Lol. Most of the time, I know what I…
Events: The Importance of God Mother Duties
My best friend Kendall is a saint. Which is also funny because she is a Saints fan! (Go Colts! Lol.) She’s not perfect, but she was always that person that had the ‘motherly intuition’. Even…
Events: Why The Frozen Courage Daiquiri Bar is the place to be every Friday night!
I recently had the chance to experience a “Silent Trap Party” at The Frozen Courage Daiquiri Bar, and when I tell you I had the time of my life… I HAD THE TIME OF MY…
FREEBIE FRIDAY VOLUME 4: 7 Ways to Grow Your Following on Social Media
Hi my loves! This post has been VERY REQUESTED…and anticipated! I always get this question. “How did you grow your following on Instagram?” “How do you get people to interact with you on our page?”…
Travel: Our Mini Adventure in Denver, Colorado
Late last week we took a last minute trip back to Indianapolis. On our way back, we had a looong layover in Denver, Colorado! Thankfully, we have family there so we went on a hiking…
Events: The Fancy Nancy Tea Party at Sweet and Sassy The Woodlands
Over the weekend, we were invited to Sweet and Sassy, a little girl’s pamper and party facility! The girls were first given a complete, kiddy makeover which includes hair, nails, and makeup! They then lined…
Events: The Barbie Be Anything Tour in Houston, Texas
Thank you so much Walmart and Barbie for the invite to the “Barbie Be Anything Tour” in Houston, Texas! Riley has officially said that she wants to be an astronaut when she grows up; thanks to you all!❣️🥰 👩🚀 The…
Events: My experience at the BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir
I decided to experience another culture today! The BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir was the first Hindu Temple built in the United States in 2004, and it’s in Houston, TX! This beautifully HAND-CRAFTED temple was crafted in…
5 Things that Bring Me Joy
Of warmth it will be peachy. At beauty simply in back, then handmade, which gold glitter the green plants. Airy to wear, honey classic inspired over peonies desire cool. Beauty interview back variety celebration, I…
I believe that we are called to be successful in more than one area.
“I believe that we are called to be successful in more than one area.” -Courtney Sanders
Events: 30 Key Points from BB Judy’s Dropping Business Knowledge Conference in #Htown
T his past weekend I went to a business conference hosted by Jesseca Dupart, also known as BB Judy. Now, if you don’t know who BB Judy is, you should be ashamed! She is the…
Travel: The Top 5 Souvenirs To Get While In Disney
While at Disney, I was excited about the souvenirs we would collect! Yes, yall. I am that souvenir chick! I love little niknaks and trinkets! Check out our top 5 souvenirs that are essential to…
FREEBIE FRIDAY VOLUME 3: THE ULTIMATE 27 Day Blogging Bootcamp
10 minute read. T he blogging industry is growing and growing everyday! Studies show that blogging/writing your thoughts down can be very therapeutic; and why not help others around the world with the same issues…
Events: Our iFly Experience!
So… I crossed something off my bucket list a few weeks ago! I went to iFly with my best friend, and it was one of the most fulfilling experiences ever! As many of your know,…
Events: Our Experience at the Rainforest Cafe
After spending Riley’s actual birth date in Magic Kingdom (Disney World), I knew I wanted to do something small, but still fun with her family. I’ve seen the Rainforest Cafe in the Galleria Mall a…
Events: The Accomplished Leaders Forum for Women in STEM
Recently I was invited to The Accomplished Leaders Forum for Women in STEM seminar at The University of Houston where woman from all walks of life sat on a panel to discuss the difficulties we…
Travel: The Grapevine Wine Train Trip
A few weekends ago I had the pleasure of attending the 2019 Grapevine Wine Train Trip with the Diamond Diva Network based out of Houston, Texas, and it was one of the best trips I’ve…
Travel: Why The Disney Princess Dresses Are Worth Every Penny At Disney World
So, before my cousin and I went to Disney World, she kept saying how she wanted her daughter to have a princess dress. I was like “Why?” I didn’t get it. “It’s gonna be hot,…
Freebie Friday Volume 2: 20 Lucrative Side Hustles in the 21st century!
There has never been a more exciting time to pick up a side hustle! Back in the day, having one “good job” was the way to go. If you were to ask your grandmother to work…
Securing your faith
“If you focused on securing your faith first, securing the bag would come much easier.” -Facebook.
Travel: 4 Reasons to Take Your Toddler To Disney World
In the olden days, Disney was a huge luxury. Only the rich and famous could afford to go. Over the past 20 years, Disney World has become the number one amusement park in the world….
Freebie Friday Volume 1: The Ultimate Business Plan Template
Hi Boss Babes! I am so excited about my new extension to The Life of Jo Jo Blog! This new series is called God. Goals. Grind. God. Goals. Grind. is for all entrepreneurs in need…
Travel: 5 Tips for Traveling with Toddlers
This past weekend, I was faced with what I thought would be my greatest challenge yet; traveling with TODDLERS…alone. In my mind, I just knew they would tie me up and run around the airport…
Events: Victory Cup Hot Air Balloon Festival and Polo Match
Coming 3/14/2019…
“The unknown is so much more attractive”
“The unknown is so much more attractive, sis. Stay rare.” – Laurin Jo Curtis
Good Reads: 5 Interesting Facts About Michelle Obama
The moment I found out about Michelle Obama’s book, I was elated! I couldn’t wait to grab a copy! I would have went on tour to see her in person, but the tickets were sooo…
Lifestyle: The Best Valentine’s Day with your Mini
If you’re in a relationship, you’re waaaay too excited about this overrated holiday, and if you’re single you should be excited about this holiday too. Here are a few reasons why: You get to check…
Travel: My hot air balloon experience
After one whole month of patiently waiting to ride a hot air balloon, the day was finally here! I had my outfit, my people, and my lashes. Lmbo. I was ready. I had been stalking…
“Never be limited by other people’s limited imaginations!” -Dr. Mae Jemison
“Never be limited by other people’s limited imaginations!” -Dr. Mae Jemison
Events: Why companies like The Mane Choice are good for the culture
About a three minute read. Honneyyy… Instagram is a lifesaver!! I was just laying in the bed on Saturday morning minding my business when I scrolled past this flyer. Wait, what?I couldn’t even believe my…
Lifestyle: A few tips for getting your children into modeling
About a three minute read… Hi my loves! I’ve gotten a lot of questions about how exactly I got Riley into modeling, so I decided to do a blog post about… Of course that’s…
Lifestyles: Protecting Our Young Black Queens in Today’s Climate
Coming 2/27/2019…
Events: Nikki Giovanni Gives Us the 411 on how to live our lives
Working for an institution has granted me many great experiences, and having the honor to hear Nikki Giovanni speak was one of them. As soon as I found out Ms. Giovanni was our keynote speaker…
“I am so hip even my errors are correct” – Nikki Giovanni
“I am so hip even my errors are correct” – Nikki Giovanni
Woman to Woman: Music That Soothes Your Soul
About a three minute read. Who all saw this when I posted it yesterday? Who all thought I was referring to being in a relationship now? Well, I’m not here to comment on my…
Events: The Step It Up Ridahs Paint and Sip at The Barn
Y’all…when I say I had the time of my life. I. Had. The. Time. Of. My. Life. I don’t know why more people don’t know about Step It Up Ridahs! They are a group of…
Lifestyle: A few ways to keep God at the center of your life
About a one minute read. Whewww chile! I’ve tried to do this thing called life too many times alone, and it never works. I don’t know about you, but from now until my last day…
Lifestyle: How some toddlers view toys and other materialistic things…
About 40 seconds read. Can you imagine going Christmas shopping and hand picking all of these magnificent gifts for your little one; only find out that her joy lies in a box that her diapers…
Lifestyle: Finding Yourself Again After Becoming a Mother
Being a single mother can be overwhelming! There is sooo much to think about! I wish my mind had an off button. Does anyone else have those moments when they have a random thought about…
“If I didn’t define myself for myself, I would be crunched into other people’s fantasies for me and eaten alive. ” – Audre Lorde
“If I didn’t define myself for myself, I would be crunched into other people’s fantasies for me and eaten alive. “ – Audre Lorde
Lifestyle: Picky Eaters Toddler Addition
Two minute read. Growing up, eating was always a hassle. I grew up with a bunch of pretty busy women who cooked, but not every day. And to make matters worse, I was picky. I…
What I Bring to the Beach
Pink there & time wear across days, make inside on these you. Can dreams really, roses blog small of song you there dreamy life pretty? Because really duo home living to noteworthy blooms. Simply can…
Lifestyle: Our New Year’s Resolutions
About a 5 minute ready So today at church, our pastor told us to write our New Year resolutions down and bring them to the altar. The goal is to place them in God’s hands,…
Travel: Our Visit to The Biggest Children’s Museum In The World
Being from Indianapolis, I’ve always known that we had a dope Children’s Museum; but it wasn’t until I was in elementary school that I realized it was the biggest! One day while turning page by…
“Find out who you are and do it on purpose.” ~ Dolly Parton
“Find out who you are and do it on purpose.” ~ Dolly Parton
Lifestyle: Our motives behind the holiday season
About a one minute read. I love the holiday season! It bring families together, and there is a spirit in the air that cannot compare to any other time of the year! But, I really…
Lifestyle: Our New Holiday Tradition
About a one minute read. Like many families, the death of a loved one can sometimes put a strain on our hearts around the holiday season. Every year prior to 2014, we would go over…
Architecture: The Beauty Behind the Fertitta Center
Coming 3/30/2019…
“Yes, I’m a feminist, because I see all women as smart, gifted and tough.”
“Yes, I’m a feminist, because I see all women as smart, gifted and tough.” -Zaha Hadid
Business: Salary vs Sanity: What’s More Expensive?
About a 5 minute read. These past few years have been a blessing for my photography business. I have photographed proposals, gender reveals, and even weddings. Now, I’ve narrowed down my ‘niche’ to children’s photography and…
Travel: Tips for Taking your Toddler to Sporting Events
Reading time is four minutes. The first year of my daughter’s life was a HUGE learning experience. From crawling to eating, I had to learn how she operates (because they all operate differently). So when…
Lifestyle: Our First Year of Blogging
T his blog is a result of wanting/needing a place to vent, gather my thoughts, and be at peace with some of the world’s everyday issues. T his blog is proof that something positive DOES…
Gimme that joy I can’t explain Add extra peace that’ll ease my pain
“Gimme that joy I can’t explain, add extra peace that’ll ease my pain. I want that love that’ll never change; Give me that.” -Mali Music
Lifestyle: Download our new app!
Get our “Life of Jo Jo Blog” app in three easy steps! Step One: Go to the website! Step Two: Click the “Add to Home Screen” box. Step Three: Click Add You are…
Architecture: Things you need to know before going to school for architecture
About a 3 minute read. My whole life I have been building, crafting, and designing things. So it was no surprise in high school when I joined a few clubs and took architecture classes to…
Woman to Woman: My speed dating experience!
Hi, my loves! If you follow me on Facebook, you know I attended a speed dating event this past weekend, and I had a really good time! It was 10 men and women, who were…
Travel: Our Experience at the African American Museum in D.C.
About a 3 minute read. Did we ever tell you about that one time we went to D.C. for our cousin’s birthday?! It was so much fun! In the middle of the trip, we decided…
Motherhood: Tips for Expanding your Toddlers Vocabulary
If you’ve ever been around me…well… it’s no secret that I can TALK! Lol. What can I say? I love interacting with others! I love telling others about the great deal I found! And, I…
Nicki Minaj
” No I’m not lucky, I’m blessed. YES!” – Nicki Minaj
Motherhood: Our Build-A-Bear Experience
Did you all hear about the Build-A-Bear give-a-way earlier this year?! Well, we didn’t go on that day, but we did go a few days after and it was still as magical as I remember…
Lifestyle: Fall Fun Facts!
Hi, my loves! It’s been a long year, right? So much has changed within the last 11 months! Well, I’ve been asked by a few readers post another Q&A, and to get deep… Whatever that…
You waited
Where would I be? If You left me God. -Travis Greene
architecture: walt disney concert hall download
Coming 2/15/2019…
Motherhood: Halloween Lessons
While some were comparing candies with the kiddos, I used that day to enforce manners! It was the best thing ever! “Riley, what do you say?!” “THANK YOU!!” Honney, I’ve never heard her say…
Travel: Mini Mexico Miracles and Mayhem
My mini trip to Cancun a few weeks ago was quite interesting…to say the least. All in all it was a great experience, and it was an even better deal. The planning began about two…
Lifestyle: How Perfect is Your Life?
T his past weekend, my bestie and I went to Cancun, and honestly, this was the most relaxing vacation I’ve had in a long time. I wanted to take this vacation to really relax, meditate,…
Architecture: Our Philadelphia Extravaganza
Coming 1/15/2019…
Lifestyle: Birthday Wish List
Twas the night before my birthday when all through the house… Okay, that’s all I got, but it was a good start right?! Oh wait…wrong story. For some reason, I am really excited about my…
Travel: My 5 Top Secrete Traveling Tips
If you’re reading this post, you should feel honored. (This is just me being dramatic again, no worries.) You are about to inherit so much “travel game”, that you won’t know what to do with…
“it is being honest about my pain that makes me invincible.” -Nayyirah Waheed
Travel: 10 Tips When Traveling to Europe
Jet-setting to Europe for the first time was EPIC! You’ll never forget the once-in-a-lifetime moments like first seeing the Eiffel Tower or taking a gondola through the canals of Venice, but if you go unprepared, these beautiful memories…
Lifestyle: What’s on your bucket list?!
O kay, this is kinda weird, but I had WAAAY too much fun creating this list. It was very therapeutic. Imagining all the awesome places I would like to visit, and thinking about my future…
The comeback is always stronger than the setback. Trust the process. -Issa Rae
The comeback is always stronger than the setback. Trust the process. -Issa Rae
Orange Poppy Full-Width Post
Pink there & time wear across days, make inside on a these you. Can dreams really, roses blog it’s small of song you. The dreamy life pretty? Because really duo, June home living to noteworthy…
Passive Income? Making Money Blogging?
About a 15 minute read. Can you really make money through social media by turning your personal passions, knowledge, or experience into a real income on the internet? Umm YES!!! Whether you are a blogger…
Motherhood: Entering into the Pageant World
As a first time mother, I wanted my daughter to be active…to be great! “Start em’ young”, they always say. And since my mother had me in every activity or sport known to mankind, it was…
Motherhood: Our First Year Without Buying Diapers
Of all the advice my mother gave me while pregnant, for some reason, one of the many things that REAAAAALLY stuck with me was START BUYING DIAPERS NOW! How will you know exactly how many your baby will use?…
Motherhood: Inexpensive Outdoor Summer Activities
It’s been a long summer, right?! And a hot one at that! Are you tired of doing the same things every weekend with your kids? Well I have a few inexpensive (because you know I’m…
Travels: Trip to Costa Rica
Ethereal floral put a mood going in little rose’s painting. Thirty process lavender she’s dreamy the light inside. Bali other perfectly so gold hue mood, thirty & again I’ve honey feeling. Caring dreamy projects noteworthy…
Travel: Forever Austin Love
Austin! The land of the truly free and the home of the weird! Well at least that’s what they call themselves. My bestie and I decided to take a last-minute trip to Austin for the…
Knock me down 9
Knock me down 9, I get up 10. -Cardi B
DIY: Are you Furreal?
Hi Mamas! In this blog, I’ll be giving you step by step instructions on how I turned 3 yards of faux fur into two furry vests for me and my mini. Stay tuned, two…
Motherhood: Terrible Twos Preview?
On my one year old’s birthday, I was the happiest I could be! I thought “she’s going to start walking and talking, and we can sit in the bed and have movie night, this will…
Business: Investing in Yourself: 7 Tips for Living Your Best Productive Life
I n a world where “living your best life” is essential, living a realist and productive life, is equally important, right? Being productive can sometimes be very tricky, especially when you’re juggling what seems like…
Motherhood: The 411 on Traveling with your mini
After 15 months on this Earth, my daughter Ry has officially been on 5 round trip plane rides, so your guess is probably that I must be a pro at traveling with a toddler, right?…
Music: Top R&B songs of the last 5 years!
If I haven’t told you by now, then you really need to know that I love music! I literally have a song or playlist for every one of my emotions! (please tell me I’m not alone!?!?!) If…
Good Reads: My 2018 Ongoing Book List
I‘ve always dreamed of having this huge library in my dream house. One huge two-story room with the cliché spiral staircase. The only thing that has changed about that dream, is that this said dream…
Business: Secure The Paper Source
Calling all industrialist! H ow excited were you to start your small business? I was stoked! But you know, I really didn’t consider it to be a business at first. And that’s how it should…
Woman to Woman: (Inner) Instagram Beauty
U h oh, ok, here we go. We gotta have a BIG talk, sis. The talk that makes us get serious about who we are… The talk that ALL OF US try to ignore… The…
BLOG POST WINNERS!!
Thank you so much to everyone who stopped by my blog this past week! MY blog was viewed 514 times in 8 countries!! This is a HUGE blessing!! This blog has truly been therapeutic for…
Parenthood: Our Top 5 Baby Essentials
Stuff… How much stuff did you get while preparing for your baby? If you’re like me, with loving families, you got a boat load…of stuff! I am sure that at the time you probably had…
-Jill Scott
I always wanted to be a renaissance woman, do as many things as I possibly can and hopefully do them well or don’t do them at all. -Jill Scott
About ya girls!
I’m Laurin Jo, and this curly-head goofy baby girl is Riley Jo! You can call us “Jo Jo” for short. We are a tag-team mommy and me duo who loves fashion, travel, food, and pretty…
“Success is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it.” – Maya Angelou
Parenthood: Kids Eat FREE in Houston
Kids Eat FREE Houston So, I really don’t like being called cheap. I’d much rather you call me frugal, economical, or even a bargain-counter. But the thing is, why spend money, when you really don’t…
-Angela Davis
As a black woman, my politics and political affiliation are bound up with and flow from participation in my people’s struggle for liberation, and with the fight of oppressed people all over the world against…
Business: Why Blogging?
T he Life of Jo Jo was created for the creative dreamer and doer, the creative boss mama, the passionate and ambitious woman who fearlessly chases after her creative entrepreneurial dreams or who has finally decided to….
That’s my mama
Dear Mama, T hank you. Thank you being you. Thank you for raising me to be unapologetically me. Thank you for doing your best. Because your best WAS enough. You ARE special, and we DO…
“If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.” – Maya Angelou
About us: Fast Facts About Me
Some Random Facts About Me, So We Get To Know Each Other Better ♥FAVORITE COLOR Lime Green, Hunter Green, Gold , and Mustard Yellow 🤷🏾♀️ ♥REGARDLESS OF DIET, YOU COULD ALWAYS EAT Shrimp, Pizza,…
