BOOMBOX Boxing Club A New Boutique Boxing Studio in Navy Yard - My Personal Experience and Review

Looking for a new workout or gym in Washington, DC? I recently visited Boombox Boxing Club in one of Washington, DC’s new and growing neighborhoods, Capitol Riverfront. Capitol Riverfront is filled with chic restaurants, luxury apartments, the Washington Nationals Stadium, and of course, boutique gyms like Boombox Boxing Club. Boombox is a 50-minute boxing class and is the perfect marriage between boxing, strength training, and a bomb playlist. Below is my experience and review. 

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"When They See Us"- Why I Let My Teen Watch

Did you let your teen watch When They See Us? Well, I did, and I sharing how I used When They See Us as tool to initiate a dialogue about race, racism, an social injustice. Explaining race and racism to your teen can be emotional and feel like a minefield, but it doesn’t have to. Read my tips for sparking race and social injustice conversations with your teen.

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Free Family Things To Do in DC - September 2019

September is not only the official start to fall, but also Congressional Black Caucus, Hispanic Heritage Month, local charity races, and fall festivals. During the month of September, Washington, DC offers a variety of free enriched cultural activities that will not only teach your kids, but also provide tons of family fun and memories. Below is my September roundup for free family things to do in Washington, DC. Now go enjoy family time and build memories!

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Easy Ayurvedic Hair Care Regimen: A Natural Hair Intro

When my hair needs a makeover or when I want it to grow, I always re-introduced Ayurvedic products into my routine. Ayurvedic or Ayurveda is one of the oldest healing sciences with its origins in India, and literally means “Science of Life”. When it comes to hair care, Indian women have used Ayurvedic oils and remedies to cleanse, condition, strengthen, and grow their famous long and healthy tresses. I wrote this post to provide an introduction to Ayurvedic hair care and introduce one of my staple products to get your Ayurvedic regimen started. 

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Free Kid Friendly Fun ATL: Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park

Hi Mom Tribe! Back in July the boys and I took our second trip to Atlanta for a basketball tournament, and of course whenever we travel for sports I have to make the most of our trip and incorporate sightseeing and tourism. I chose the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park because it's free for  families, and my sons are of adolescent age to understand issues like civil rights, racism, and segregation. Below is a review of our visit, tips for visiting with kids, and reasons why visiting Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park should be at the top of your Atlanta family travel guide.

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