seven things that brought me joy over the last seven days or so. listed in no particular order, it’s literally all good :)
Therapy for Black Girls Welcome Party & Summit – it’s not at all an exaggeration when I say that sometimes I cry randomly because I love being part of the TBG team. Full disclosure: ya girl is not a therapist, but I’ve been part of the TBG team for a little over four years as an assistant. This year we put on two in-person events which we’ve never done before. It was not easy but it was incredibly rewarding and I’d do all of it again in a heartbeat. I got the chance to meet some of my team members for the first time and it was just an overall great experience that filled my cup to the very brim.
The little Black girl who rested her head on my shoulder during our flight – she couldn’t have been older than four and had the cutest little afro puffs. For most of the flight, she was watching cartoons on her ipad or asleep in her mom’s lap, but a few times she dozed off and her head fell on my shoulder. When her mom noticed, she apologized and I told her it was no problem at all. I honestly felt special and chosen :)
This journal! – I smile every time I look at the cover. I came across the journal randomly at the store, but I included a link where you can buy it directly from the artist’s Etsy shop. You can also follow her on Instagram @kenzistudioco.
Reggie in Bad Boys Ride Or Die – I didn’t get a chance to see the movie in theaters so I bought it the very first day that it was available and watched it right away. MANNNNNN, LISTEN! Reggie ate so bad! I replayed the scene immediately because it was so good. If you saw the movie, you know exactly which scene I’m talking about. His character arc was already good but is now easily one of my faves ever.
My tea nook/tea corner/little slice of heaven – it’s been nearly two years since I moved in with my grandmother as her full-time caregiver. It has taken a lot of love and care and imagination to turn a single room into a space that serves me well in a number of ways. When I first got here, my herbs were stored away in bins where they weren’t easily accessible for me to work with. Now everything is arranged conveniently and thoughtfully in a way that puts everything at my fingertips and invites me to come create. It’s perfect in every way 🥰
The delicious zucchini squash from the farmer’s market – I love fresh produce. This just reminded me that I need to go back up there and get me some more. I just had some corn on the cob tonight too and it was insanely good. Shout out to the farmer’s market.
Sleeping in a cold ass room for a few days – I love sleeping in a cold ass room! I set the thermostat to 71 degrees and slept like a baby every night that I was in Atlanta for work. It was a beautiful shift from my 80 degree room at home. I won’t use this space to fuss about how hot the house is, because this is just the good stuff 😜
til next time! love you lots and lots 💕