Eclectic Lotus

Into the 2020's- so exciting! The past New Year's I had bad feelings about the incoming year but this year is one where I feel better about. 2018 was a year I was not looking forward to and 2019 was not as favorable but 2020 seems like it will be a better year. So, in Eclectic fashion we are doing something a little different.  I called my cousin deeply rooted in tradition and she had to reluctantly get me off the phone due to cleaning up the house and cooking. Why? New Year's is approaching. ERG!!! So, the tradition is to clean the house to send off all old myths and spirits and make way for new and better things to come. A meal is prepared with black eyed peas, yams and greens. As today is the 28th of December and I have technically 3 days to get my life and family in order I am going to make an attempt to break this down: Day 1 (Today): Bag up all old toys, clothes, books and send them to charity. Change passwords to accounts and set up new equipment. Buy grocerie...

I have accumulated some mom friends over the course of my son in particular's life. I never saw it as something of importance but as I am currently on my way to Louisiana at the end of the month to see my family- my family that I gained not through blood but through a strong bond between my mom, myself and an entire family while I began school is something to contemplate. As I had my own children, I shyed away a little and I thought I was being silly but then I realized that I am not the only one. Here are some ways where I engaged and when I nourished. I live in Chicago and have an extensive schedule full of work. ( I am currently working right now and half sleep.) 1. Say Hi     Begin with saying hi. I know this sounds like a no brainer but if you are a newer mom, this may not even occur to you in the moment. 2. Smile    Again, in the heat of the moment you may not think to do this. 3. Ask questions- in a normal within the 21st century boundaries.   ...

Hello people who wondered where I went! This year has been full of transition but mostly within my home. There is not much time to drift with things as I used to have a blog for my thoughts and wanderings. On my way to 40 it is becoming more of giving of information. As I have managed my home I have noticed that searching the web has been like my favorite BBQ sauce- sweet, spicy and all the things I want except all the additives. There have been a few where they give you directly what you need and you can order it online as well. ( I love those sites.) I have also written a book which I will post the link. If you are in need of some nourishing to your soul and building a relationship with Jesus I highly recommend this book. I will not stir you off your beaten path- if you are not Christian or Spiritual this is not the book for you. The ones who are not spiritual see this as a great book of poems so if you are into that so be it- just don't burn it and curse me out. ...