Hi everyone! Just checking in to wish you well! I'll be updating my Mindfulness Challenge progress tomorrow! Tonight, I'm going to spend time reading, snacking, and relaxing đđ If you can, take a breather and find some time this weekend to chill. "Each person deserves a day away in which no problems are confronted, no … Continue reading Happy Friday!
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Mindfulness Challenge – The Little Things Are Not So Small
Happy October! This is one of my absolute favorite months. I love all things Fall (even when it's 80 degrees in VA) including pumpkin flavored foods, cooler mornings, changing leaves, festivals, and Halloween. But, not candy corn. Never candy corn. The kiddos are fully back into the swing of school after a Labor Day week … Continue reading Mindfulness Challenge – The Little Things Are Not So Small
Tai’s Mindfulness Challenge
I'm back...again. It's been a interesting few months with my transition into freelancing. I am doing some regular contributor and temp work and it's all coming together nicely. It hasn't been easy, but I appreciate some of the perks of working from home. But, I know that there is a major area in my … Continue reading Tai’s Mindfulness Challenge
A Weekend of Wonderful ExplorationÂ
Happy Sunday! As I sit back and wait for The Walking Dead premiere, I am feeling great about the week ahead. This weekend, I took my daughters to the NASA open house event to celebrate their centennial year of operation. We live in Hampton, now known as the place where the events of Hidden Figures … Continue reading A Weekend of Wonderful ExplorationÂ
A Slice of HappinessÂ
Happy Sunday! I have been around or at home for the past few weeks, so this weekend I packed up my car and took my daughters to go see my dad in North Carolina. This time of year is always difficult for my father. Today is his mother's birthday and although it has been over … Continue reading A Slice of HappinessÂ
Life Outside the Roles
This week was interesting. One of my closest friends reached out to me for a status update on my social media-less life. She was the fifth person to text me and ask "How are you?" I responded to her message the same way I did to the others because they were all people who KNOW … Continue reading Life Outside the Roles
Doctor Who and Theism: My Observations on The Mary Sue
Hi Everyone! As you all know, I love Doctor Who! Today, my article for The Mary Sue posted and it's pretty awesome! The relationship with the show and theism is a hot debate among fans. I made a few comparisons to prevalent concepts in theism and showed how they are used in the show to … Continue reading Doctor Who and Theism: My Observations on The Mary Sue
Happy World Poetry Day!!
Today is World Poetry Day!!! Poetry will always be a integral part of the human experience. Poetry narrates our stories and provides a voice for those who are afraid or unable to speak. If you are looking for new poetry to experience, grab a copy of my poetry book Amour Rising! With Love, Tai Gooden
3 Lessons I Learned from My Father
Happy Father's Day!This weekend, I was fortunate to see my oldest daughter graduate from Pre-K. We now live away from our family and friends, so we didn't expect anyone to come out to the short (and hilarious) graduation. But, my dad decided to make the drive out to spend time with my family for a … Continue reading 3 Lessons I Learned from My Father