

A Gift That Lasts
Some people come into our lives and leave a lasting imprint—not just through what they say, but through how they live, love, and teach us...
Mar 7

A Weekend of Giving Back: Tree Planting with the Wolf River Conservancy
This past weekend, I had the opportunity to volunteer at the 20th annual tree planting event with the Wolf River Conservancy. It was an...
Mar 6


Houseplant of the Month: Norfolk Island Pine
This month’s featured plant is the Norfolk Island Pine.
Feb 11


And the Saga Begins: My Master Gardener Internship Journey
The journey has officially begun! I’m now a few weeks into the Master Gardener internship program, and I have to say—it’s been both...
Feb 10

Happy New Year!!!
As we step into 2025, it's the perfect time to reflect on the memories made and the opportunities that lie ahead. This year is a fresh...
Jan 2


Wishing You a Joyful Holiday Season!
Wishing You a Joyful Holiday Season
Dec 24, 2024


Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving, food lovers! 🍂🦃 Today is all about gathering around the table, savoring delicious dishes, and making memories with...
Nov 28, 2024


Downtown Dining Week: Dvour Desserts
In honor of Memphis' Annual Downtown Dining Week, I decided to indulge at Dvour Desserts—a local favorite known for its decadent,...
Nov 14, 2024


Downtown Dining Week: The Archives Bar & Bistro
This past week, the Downtown Memphis restaurant community came together for the Annual Downtown Dining Week, celebrating the vibrant...
Nov 11, 2024


Roots of a New Journey: My Path to Becoming a Master Gardener
I am thrilled to share that I've recently been accepted into the Master Gardeners program—a dream come true! This marks the start of an...
Nov 5, 2024

Happy Halloween
Today’s Halloween scene is the epitome of fall—a cool, misty rain with leaves swirling through the streets. It’s the kind of day that...
Oct 31, 2024


October: My Favorite Month and the Heart of Autumn
As the crisp air begins to settle and the leaves transform into vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow, we can feel that fall is...
Sep 30, 2024


Seasons 52
Last night, I enjoyed a delightful dinner at Seasons 52, a restaurant that never fails to impress with its fresh, seasonal ingredients...
Sep 30, 2024


My Little Garden: 2023 Recap
Gardening in 2023: Lessons, Challenges, and Growth Gardening has always been a passion of mine, but 2023 was a year of both growth and...
Sep 30, 2024


Happy Mother's Day
As we dive into the month of May, there's a special day that shines brighter than most – Mother's Day. It's a day where we come together...
May 12, 2024

Happy Earth Day 2024
Earth Day holds immense significance in today's world. It serves as a rallying point for individuals, communities, and organizations to...
Apr 22, 2024


Planting Season
It's officially planting season and I'm exited. I have big plans for my little garden this year. I plan to expand a little and grow food...
Apr 8, 2024


Solar Eclipse 2024
Experiencing a solar eclipse is like witnessing a celestial ballet where the moon gracefully pirouettes in front of the sun casting a...
Apr 8, 2024


Jeremiah's Italian Ice
If you're in search of refreshing, cool treats in the city, look no further than Jeremiah's Italian Ice. As a lover of Italian ice and...
Mar 13, 2024


My Blossoming Daffodils
Spring is finally upon us! With there only being 7 days left until spring, my buttercup daffodils are flourishing so nicely. They are a...
Mar 12, 2024


Savory Broccoli and Mushroom Alfredo
One of my all-time favorite meals to whip up is Alfredo pasta. The beauty of Alfredo is in its versatility, with endless variations to...
Mar 12, 2024


Is Spring Here Yet?
According to the calendar, we have 53 days left before Spring. Not too bad! These past few months, I've really missed spring and summer....
Jan 26, 2024


Firebirds was 🔥🔥🔥
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill consistently delivers an exceptional dining experience, from its ambiance and service to its diverse menu...
Jan 22, 2024


Yummy Hibachi
In case I haven't made it clear by now, I absolutely love hibachi and Japanese cuisine. The sizzling sounds of the hibachi grill, the...
Jan 20, 2024


It's a New Year!
Happy New Year everyone! 2024 is officially hear, and we've had a chilly start thus far. This past week we've been snowed in and it's...
Jan 19, 2024


Sunday Brunch at Edge Alley
Last month, I had the pleasure of enjoying a fantastic brunch with some of my favorite people at Edge Alley, a charming gem known for its...
Mar 21, 2023


Happy Women's Day
What a wonderful day is it! Happy International Women's Day to all the lovely ladies all over the world. Today we celebrate the...
Mar 8, 2023


Happy Valentine's Day
Today we celebrate love. If you're reading this, I hope your day is full of love. Memphis Botanical Gardens
Feb 14, 2023


The Last Day of January
As we close out the first month of 2023, I reflect on the goals that I've set forth for the rest of the year and my determination to...
Jan 31, 2023

My Little Garden: 2022 Edition
I haven't really posted about my little garden this year, so here's an update. I decided to expand my little garden to include (2) boxes....
Aug 12, 2022


Late Brunch @ Two Chicks Cafe
Whew! Talk about good eating. Two Chicks Cafe is by far one of the best brunch spots that I've eaten at in Nola. Just a heads up, be...
Aug 10, 2022


Road Trip to NOLA
My plans were to take a quick road trip to New Orleans and attend the Essence Festival, but I didn't make it to the concert. I did,...
Jul 15, 2022


Quick Bite @ The Beauty Shop
After running errands all day, I met my cousin in Midtown Memphis for dinner at The Beauty Shop. I absolutely enjoy the food and...
Apr 13, 2022


My New Friend 🌿
A very dear friend of mine gifted me a beautiful Peace Lily. Peace Lily's are bold, vibrant, and are excellent air purifiers. Look at the...
Apr 5, 2022


Celebratory Dinner @ SOB East
In celebration of me starting a new career and find a new job, my friends and I decided to have dinner at SOB East. SOB also known as...
Apr 4, 2022


A Taste of Venice
Venice Kitchen is going to be my new lunch spot. Originally known as Old Venice Pizza Company, Venice Kitchen offers a variety of award...
Mar 23, 2022


SPRING is Finally Here!
Spring is finally upon us and I'm excited. I can't wait to get grounded and get my feet and hands dirty in the garden again. I'm also...
Mar 20, 2022


Stoney River Steakhouse Dinner Party
I had a phenomenal time at my family's holiday dinner party. Everything about this night was specials. We celebrated a few birthdays, an...
Dec 6, 2021


Autumn is here
Autumn shows us how beautiful it is to let things go.....
Nov 10, 2021


Smiling Brings Peace
"Let us always meet each other with a smile, for the smile is the beginning of love." -Mother Teresa
Oct 4, 2021


Family Night Out @ Robata Ramen and Yakitori Bar
The fam and I decided to go out for a full day of fun over the weekend. We visited the Cooper Young Festival which is an annual outdoor...
Oct 4, 2021


Little Green Thumb
Today marks the first day of autumn, a perfect time to pause and reflect on my summer projects. One of my most rewarding endeavors this...
Sep 23, 2021


Hidden Gem in Bartlett (PHO 64)
I've been on the search for a local Vietnamese restaurant that offers traditional cuisine. I stumbled upon Pho 64 after I missed my turn...
Sep 14, 2021


Sunny Sunday
Today was a beautiful, sunny "sundress Sunday." The weather was perfect, and I took full advantage by attending the late service at...
Sep 12, 2021


Dinner @ Terrace at The River Inn
As of late, I've been on the search for a restaurant that offers great food, music, and views of the Mississippi River. During my little...
Aug 25, 2021


My Happy Place
My summer was nothing short of amazing. I visited family and friends, traveled, ate good, and more importantly, relaxed. I couldn't have...
Aug 25, 2021


Brunch @ Hexx Kitchen + Bar
I decided to grab brunch during my brief visit to Vegas. Strolling the strip, I stumbled upon a line of patrons waiting to get into a...
Aug 25, 2021


It's been a while......
It's been a while.... I know. Long story short, life happens. Stay focused, Queela
Aug 12, 2021


Happy Hour @ Agavos
If you're looking for lunch, dinner, or just a good happy hour special, check out Agavos Cocina & Tequila located in the Binghampton area...
Jan 31, 2021


Lunch @ My Desk
When you're starving and it's too cold to grab a bite to eat for lunch, just grab a pack of ramen and fancy it up. I had 1 pack of ramen...
Jan 5, 2021