Brown Sugar QueenSep 1, 20192 min readShifting My FocusAfter giving this much thought, I have decided to change the focus of my blog, BrownSugarQueen, and devote it totally to self-care. It’s...
Brown Sugar QueenApr 20, 20192 min readThe Challenge continuesTeam Tanya, my sister, has taken the lead. This week she stepped up her cardio, look at her showing off, running up the stairs, and she...
Brown Sugar QueenApr 2, 20191 min readNear the end .. the weight loss challengeTeam Tanya … I am still in the lead. I set another goal for myself to help me win the weight loss challenge this month. Since Spring had...
Brown Sugar QueenFeb 5, 20191 min readOur Weight Loss ChallengeWe are on the right track, and are making progress. One thing we are doing consistently, is eating healthy. But as a note ... I am in the...
Brown Sugar QueenJan 26, 20192 min readThe Loss of a ParentMy niece lost her dad last night. I was sad last night, but as I write this, I am fighting back the tears. This death is touching me in a...
Brown Sugar QueenJan 21, 20191 min readThe Weight Loss Challenge is back on ....When we last reported our progress, we were in our 5th week. I had made some strides, down 4.9 pounds and smaller by a total of five (5)...
Brown Sugar QueenAug 22, 20182 min readI love my sister … Weight Loss ChallengeWe are in the 3rd week, and I am still struggling. I actually gained a pound. I was frustrated then I remembered, I shouldn’t have eaten...
Brown Sugar QueenAug 16, 20181 min readI love my sister ... Weight Loss ChallengeTwo weeks down.... It’s been rough, but we are still both motivated. I went down by .1 for a total for 3 pounds. My sister is still at a...
Brown Sugar QueenAug 8, 20181 min readI love my sister … Weight Loss ChallengeWe have one week under our belts, I’ve made some progress. I am lighter by 2.9 Pounds. Stephanie’s week was not so great. As a loving...
Brown Sugar QueenAug 1, 20181 min readI love my sister, but I will take her downMy sister and I have decided to battle each other with a weight loss challenge. It was her idea for us to lose 15 pounds before we head...
Brown Sugar QueenJul 4, 20181 min readThis is yummy! This is one of my favorite recipes, Watermelon Tomato Salad with Feta Cheese. I found it on farmflavor.com. Served cold, it hits the spot...
Brown Sugar QueenJul 3, 20182 min readDon't let anyone define who you are!!!I remember a conversation I had with a family member years ago, concerning their decision to change their lifestyle. To this day, it...
Brown Sugar QueenJun 19, 20182 min readDifficult ConversationsHow do you have an awkward conversation with your sister or brother? What if your relationships with your siblings where toxic to your...
Brown Sugar QueenJun 18, 20181 min readWhat would people say about you at your funeral?Questions to consider. How do you live your life? Would your friends and family talk about your acts of kindness or love? What would your...
Brown Sugar QueenJun 4, 20182 min readA Mother's Love I do not have any children, and I thank God for that. No regrets. However, there are times I try to imagine what my life would be like if...
Brown Sugar QueenMay 20, 20182 min readWhat happens in Vegas …We have arrived ... VEGAS BABY!! Day 1 ... It is hot out here, but no humidity, which is nice. It took forever for us to catch the...
Brown Sugar QueenMay 10, 20181 min readWho needs a vacation? … ME Every year I struggle at the beginning of the year to spread my vacation out. So far, I have taken two (2) days, and my body and mind are...
Brown Sugar QueenMay 6, 20171 min readThe Longer I Live ...Today I was able to be a part of the 2017 Komen Northwest NC Race for the Cure. The longer I live longer, I meet more women that have...
Brown Sugar QueenApr 30, 20172 min readWords of Wisdom for the Happy CoupleMy cousin's bridal shower was this weekend. We had a great time sharing in Crystal’s celebration of love. Just before we cut the cake, we...
Brown Sugar QueenApr 13, 20171 min readWhat's on your bucket list?A bucket list contains experiences or achievements that a person hopes to have or accomplish during their lifetime. So, I was thinking...