An Afrocentric digital illustration featuring a Black toddler standing proudly near an open sewer grate at a soccer game, while Black teen soccer players attempt to retrieve a smartphone. A shocked mom with locs looks on in disbelief, while her daughter calmly explains what happened. The scene is vibrant and playful, capturing the chaos and humor of parenting in public.
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10 Things I Learned During My Two-Week Break (Plus One Wild Bonus Story)

After two weeks away from the blog, I’m back—and with more clarity than ever. What started as a quiet pause turned into a crash course in grace, growth, and toddler-induced chaos (yes, my brand new phone met a sewer—don’t ask). In this post, I’m sharing 10 unexpected lessons I’ve learned during this little break—including the raw, the real, and the funny. From “success isn’t linear” to “don’t let your toddler hold your phone at a soccer game,” these reflections reminded me why rest matters, why grace is necessary, and why we keep going—no matter what season we’re in. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just overdue for a deep breath… this one’s for you. 💛