Nate and I take an annual vacation to reconnect, reflect and enjoy one another. Anguilla has some of the most beautifully unspoiled beaches in the Western Hemisphere. The sand is a light brown sugar that turns into soft clay once the waves gently hit the shore. The sea is a shade of blue that is almost impossible to describe.
During the month of February, we celebrate and recognize the invaluable contributions generations of Black Americans have made in our communities, economy and world. Author, journalist and historian Dr. Carter G. Woodson advocated strongly for national recognition and understanding of Black history, building the foundation for what would eventually become Black History Month. Woodson envisioned...
It is one of my favorite parts of the year! Traveling to the Super Bowl has become an annual tradition due to my husband and his obligations there. However, for the third year in a row now, I am traveling to host my podcast called insideLINES Podcast LIVE at Super Bowl 56! This will take...
Vision Boards have been a powerful tool for me in my manifesting journey. It turns out putting your goals on paper in this type of visual format can actually help you achieve them. Like many others, some of my 2021 goals had to be readjusted. I have found having a major theme for the year...
3 cups of chopped Collard Greens 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil 1 Onion, chopped 1 c. chopped carrots 3 minced garlic cloves 3 Tbsp. Red Peppers 3 Tbsp. Green Peppers 3 Tbsp. Yellow Peppers 2 Tbsp. Lemon Pepper 4 cups of shredded rotisserie chicken 2- 14 1/2 oz. cans of chicken broth 2- 4 oz. cans...
Happy 1 year Anniversary to me!! 12 months ago, I decided to venture out and start the Atoya Burleson Brand to share all the things I love with others. As time went on, I began finding out what others love about me and it has been so encouraging! Here are 12 lessons I’ve learned during...
This blog is important for every mama in the world. A few weeks ago, my son Nathaniel (Nate) had a horrific wrist break. He broke both bones in his wrist and one of the bones broke through the bottom of the skin. It is a day I will never forget. It was a Wednesday in...
My husband and I honeymooned in Turks and Caicos. We chose to stay at a resort which was great at the time. We had a butler who unpacked our bags, scheduled our meals, and our activities. It was a fantastic time. We met different people from all over the world and truly enjoyed all the...
We all know winter can be a drag!! It is so cold, gets dark way too early, and it feels like it will never end. Here are a few of my faves around the house that have helped me find my happy place again! A warm cup of tea soothes my soul and helps get...
When the leaves start changing so do my taste buds! I begin craving crock pot meals and one of my favorites to kick off Fall is……… Chili with cornbread. I hope this recipe gets your crock pot going and your family enjoys it as much as mine does! Crock Pot Chili 2 pounds ground turkey...
