Mixed Blessings Blog

Family• Health

I Often Wonder (teen abortion)

This is the first in a new series entitled “I Often Wonder.” I will be exploring topics I find myself thinking about, and sharing…

Family

I Get It, Mom, I Finally Get It! -Grief Journey Continues

I lost my Mom nine years ago. I am still wading through the grief of her loss. After my dad passed away in 2021,…

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When You Lose Someone Everyone Hated, Grief Is More Difficult

When you lose someone who wasn’t well liked, it makes your grief journey so much more difficult. Let me try to explain. My dad…

Family

Grief, Guilt, and Loss-The Saga Continues

I’ve been kinda quiet, but I’m still here! Lots going on over here, family and life … you know how it is. Since my…

Health• Lifestyle

There’s Nothing Funny About The Titanic Submarine Tragedy

Five people are missing, and quite possibly deceased, so why all the jokes? There’s nothing funny about the Titanic Submarine tragedy. As I scan…

Family• Health• Uncategorized

The Reason For My Grief After Father’s Day

I am writing this as a therapeutic tool, for myself. If it also helps someone else, that would be amazing. The past few days…

Family• Health• Lifestyle• Uncategorized

Why is Russell Simmons Trending?!

Seeing everything going down with Russell Simmons, Kimora Lee (and their daughters) right now is so sad… and triggering. Anyone who has ever been…

Lifestyle

I’m Back! Let’s do this!

Guess what? I’m back! It’s been awhile since I’ve written anything. Covid changed so much in all our lives, and blogging took a backseat…

Food• Lifestyle• Recipes• Uncategorized

Spicy Jalapeño Grapefruit Vodka Martini

Cinco de Mayo is a couple days away, so I thought we’d spice things up a bit around here! Who wants to try a…

Entertainment• Family• Lifestyle

Cats On Thrift Store Chairs – A Photo Thread

I love a good bargain, and can spend hours in thrift stores. I also love cats. When I saw these photos in a group…

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It’s February 1, 2022, And I Can No Longer Tolerate Fake “Victims”

This post has been a long time coming, like hella long. I know I’m gonna piss off a few folks, and I’m ok with…

Lifestyle

Big Changes Coming In 2022, It’s About Time!

Happy New Year! Hello 2022! I, for one, am glad to be done with 2021. I thought 2020 was bad, but 2021 proved me…

Family• Social Good

My #Teleflora Experience: A Cautionary Tale

May 6, 2015

Family

Rest in Peace Mom

April 20, 2015

Health

Alzheimer’s – The Long Goodbye

April 6, 2015

Education• Restaurants

Cuties Clementines: From Field to McDonald’s Happy Meals

March 31, 2015

Hotels/Resorts

San Francisco’s Hotel Diva – Chic Hotel In Union Square

March 25, 2015

Education• Restaurants

McDonald’s Cuties Field to Restaurant Tour

March 25, 2015

Foodie Events

Join Chef Nancy Silverton at Macy’s Union Square 3/28-2pm

March 24, 2015

Education• Raising Mixed Kids

Being Forced To Change Schools Saved My Son from ADHD Meds

March 20, 2015

Education• Raising Mixed Kids

“I Just Don’t Like the Black Kids” … Really?!

March 19, 2015

Beauty/Fashion

Macy’s Destination Spring Fashion-You’re Invited! April 11-2pm Pleasanton, CA

March 18, 2015

Education• Frugal Living Tips

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

March 17, 2015

Kids Fashion• Raising Mixed Kids

3YO Today Show Fashionista Reminds Me of My Lil GQ Model!

March 16, 2015

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