Missing this plant filled oasis in Tampa. I can’

Missing this plant filled oasis in Tampa. I can’t wait until these case numbers calm down so I can visit again!

Happy Monday! Five reasons I'm excited this week:

Happy Monday! Five reasons I'm excited this week:
💕
1. Lots of amazing people will be getting candles from @kismetandcharisma in their mailboxes this week.
💕
2. I'm being interviewed by my friend @booksandbees for a fun project that she is working on.
💕
3. We are celebrating @kayleewhales birthday on Tuesday!!
💕
4. Big, exciting, and happy things are happening in my little friend/family group.
💕
5. We have three interesting and important interviews coming up on @heartandhustlepodcast.
💕
What are you looking forward to this week?
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.
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#candlemaker #soycandles #handpouredcandles #blackownedbusiness #blackownedcandlebusiness #blkcreatives #risingridesociety #hygge #cozy #bookworm #candlelight #smallbusiness #shoplocal #localorlando #makersgonnamake #vintagevibes #creativelifehappylife #calledtobecreative #doitfortheprocess #makeitpretty

A year ago today we were celebrating our big miles

A year ago today we were celebrating our big milestone anniversary. We talked about having a vow renewal or going on a big trip but we ultimately decided to wait since we were only a year from being completely out of debt. We made the decision that we would “go big” for our 11th anniversary instead. Right now we should be in a cozy coffee shop on the other side of the ocean, talking about a play we just saw or a rare book one of us found in a nearby shop. Instead we have spent a large majority of the past 135 days at home, not traveling, not going to restaurants, and not quite sure what the world is going to throw at us next.

Whether it’s been watching the news and crying over the devastation happening around us, stepping up to lead new people into the fight for racial justice, or figuring out how to navigate a country that values profits over people, you’ve been there every step of the way, right by my side. This year, like the past 11 years (almost 15, really) has been a constant reminder of how lucky I am to have you as my partner in life.

You are the bravest, funniest, and kindest person I know. As I’ve said before, I don’t think I’m exceptionally amazing at marriage, I just think that you make it easy. That’s the secret to our success...being dedicated to helping each other have better lives. No matter what year we are in, life can be hard but being with you always makes life easier.

This year continues to break my heart. Rest in pow

This year continues to break my heart. Rest in power, Congressman John Lewis. We will continue to uplift and carry on your powerful legacy. You have fought so hard for us. Thank you. ❤️

Sometimes it can be really easy to feel helpless.

Sometimes it can be really easy to feel helpless. It can feel easy to feel like this virus is something we will never beat. During those times I remind myself that countries like Taiwan and New Zealand are doing a great job of handling the pandemic. In Taiwan, 7 people have died compared to the 4,804 people who have died just in Florida. They are using contact tracing, they have a large amount of more effective masks available for the general public, and they communicate daily with their citizens about public health. Both Taiwan and New Zealand have done a great job with quarantining anyone who comes into the country and having widely available and accurate testing. At this point, New Zealand has no cases of covid-19, which means their citizens don't have to wear masks, school and work are in session, and they can even attend sporting events. What this tells me is that even though the virus is serious and scary, it's out leadership that has truly failed us. Seeing how the pandemic has been handled in other countries is a reminder that we are in this situation because of people that hold power in this country. While that still makes me incredibly upset, I know that there is something we can actually do about it. These issues can't be solved overnight but we can continue to put pressure on our government to keep schools and offices closed, to provide another stimulus or a basic income like so many other countries are currently doing, to provide free and effective testing, to participate in contact tracing, and to not only enforce mask wearing for the time being but to make enough masks for everyone to be able to wear more effective masks. We are one of the richest countries in the world. Countries all over of various sizes and economic situations are doing this. We can do it, too. And if our current administration continues to refuse, we can vote them out and start putting the pressure on Biden. We have hope, we have our voices, and we won't stop until they are heard.

Being at home so much has me wanting to paint the

Being at home so much has me wanting to paint the inside of our front door this bright and happy color! I think it would help during the dark days (which is definitely more days than usual this year). Have any of you done any fun DIY's at home lately? Have any of them helped improve your mood?

I know that many people know Tupac as a rapper and

I know that many people know Tupac as a rapper and an actor but I've always thought of him first as a poet. Sometimes John and I will take his book of poems off of our shelf to read and discuss our favorite poems. It usually leads to conversations about what Tupac would be like if he was still here with us today. A talented and charismatic Black man, the son of a Black panther, a powerful mind and kind heart...it's hard not to think about who he would have been if he were able to live a full life. If you are looking for a book to read, this is the one.

I've been getting a lot of questions on where I bu

I've been getting a lot of questions on where I buy my plants. The short answer is EVERYWHERE! I love supporting both local and online shops. I often buy from plant shops that are black owned, LGBTQIA* owned, and/or women owned. I also get plants as gifts sometimes. One of my favorite plants is from my Aunt Kelly and another is from my mom. I usually see a plant and fall in love with it first. Then I learn about it from the shop owner or take it home and do more research on it. Like books, I have plants in every room of my home. I feel at peace surrounded by books and plants. Do you have a favorite type of plant? What do you love about it?

Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance.

Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance.

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Missing this plant filled oasis in Tampa. I can’

Missing this plant filled oasis in Tampa. I can’t wait until these case numbers calm down so I can visit again!

Happy Monday! Five reasons I'm excited this week:

Happy Monday! Five reasons I'm excited this week:
💕
1. Lots of amazing people will be getting candles from @kismetandcharisma in their mailboxes this week.
💕
2. I'm being interviewed by my friend @booksandbees for a fun project that she is working on.
💕
3. We are celebrating @kayleewhales birthday on Tuesday!!
💕
4. Big, exciting, and happy things are happening in my little friend/family group.
💕
5. We have three interesting and important interviews coming up on @heartandhustlepodcast.
💕
What are you looking forward to this week?
.
.
.
.
.
.
#candlemaker #soycandles #handpouredcandles #blackownedbusiness #blackownedcandlebusiness #blkcreatives #risingridesociety #hygge #cozy #bookworm #candlelight #smallbusiness #shoplocal #localorlando #makersgonnamake #vintagevibes #creativelifehappylife #calledtobecreative #doitfortheprocess #makeitpretty

A year ago today we were celebrating our big miles

A year ago today we were celebrating our big milestone anniversary. We talked about having a vow renewal or going on a big trip but we ultimately decided to wait since we were only a year from being completely out of debt. We made the decision that we would “go big” for our 11th anniversary instead. Right now we should be in a cozy coffee shop on the other side of the ocean, talking about a play we just saw or a rare book one of us found in a nearby shop. Instead we have spent a large majority of the past 135 days at home, not traveling, not going to restaurants, and not quite sure what the world is going to throw at us next.

Whether it’s been watching the news and crying over the devastation happening around us, stepping up to lead new people into the fight for racial justice, or figuring out how to navigate a country that values profits over people, you’ve been there every step of the way, right by my side. This year, like the past 11 years (almost 15, really) has been a constant reminder of how lucky I am to have you as my partner in life.

You are the bravest, funniest, and kindest person I know. As I’ve said before, I don’t think I’m exceptionally amazing at marriage, I just think that you make it easy. That’s the secret to our success...being dedicated to helping each other have better lives. No matter what year we are in, life can be hard but being with you always makes life easier.

This year continues to break my heart. Rest in pow

This year continues to break my heart. Rest in power, Congressman John Lewis. We will continue to uplift and carry on your powerful legacy. You have fought so hard for us. Thank you. ❤️

Sometimes it can be really easy to feel helpless.

Sometimes it can be really easy to feel helpless. It can feel easy to feel like this virus is something we will never beat. During those times I remind myself that countries like Taiwan and New Zealand are doing a great job of handling the pandemic. In Taiwan, 7 people have died compared to the 4,804 people who have died just in Florida. They are using contact tracing, they have a large amount of more effective masks available for the general public, and they communicate daily with their citizens about public health. Both Taiwan and New Zealand have done a great job with quarantining anyone who comes into the country and having widely available and accurate testing. At this point, New Zealand has no cases of covid-19, which means their citizens don't have to wear masks, school and work are in session, and they can even attend sporting events. What this tells me is that even though the virus is serious and scary, it's out leadership that has truly failed us. Seeing how the pandemic has been handled in other countries is a reminder that we are in this situation because of people that hold power in this country. While that still makes me incredibly upset, I know that there is something we can actually do about it. These issues can't be solved overnight but we can continue to put pressure on our government to keep schools and offices closed, to provide another stimulus or a basic income like so many other countries are currently doing, to provide free and effective testing, to participate in contact tracing, and to not only enforce mask wearing for the time being but to make enough masks for everyone to be able to wear more effective masks. We are one of the richest countries in the world. Countries all over of various sizes and economic situations are doing this. We can do it, too. And if our current administration continues to refuse, we can vote them out and start putting the pressure on Biden. We have hope, we have our voices, and we won't stop until they are heard.

Being at home so much has me wanting to paint the

Being at home so much has me wanting to paint the inside of our front door this bright and happy color! I think it would help during the dark days (which is definitely more days than usual this year). Have any of you done any fun DIY's at home lately? Have any of them helped improve your mood?

I know that many people know Tupac as a rapper and

I know that many people know Tupac as a rapper and an actor but I've always thought of him first as a poet. Sometimes John and I will take his book of poems off of our shelf to read and discuss our favorite poems. It usually leads to conversations about what Tupac would be like if he was still here with us today. A talented and charismatic Black man, the son of a Black panther, a powerful mind and kind heart...it's hard not to think about who he would have been if he were able to live a full life. If you are looking for a book to read, this is the one.

I've been getting a lot of questions on where I bu

I've been getting a lot of questions on where I buy my plants. The short answer is EVERYWHERE! I love supporting both local and online shops. I often buy from plant shops that are black owned, LGBTQIA* owned, and/or women owned. I also get plants as gifts sometimes. One of my favorite plants is from my Aunt Kelly and another is from my mom. I usually see a plant and fall in love with it first. Then I learn about it from the shop owner or take it home and do more research on it. Like books, I have plants in every room of my home. I feel at peace surrounded by books and plants. Do you have a favorite type of plant? What do you love about it?

Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance.

Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance. Black joy is resistance.

There are just a few hours left in pride month but

There are just a few hours left in pride month but there’s no reason we can’t celebrate pride all year long! 💗💜💙 🏳️‍🌈❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

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