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Coast One Tours at Amelia Island

by shaylajay | March 18, 2023 | Article, Travel | 0 Comments

Before heading to Amelia Island, I conducted extensive research on the rich history of American Beach. A.L. Lewis, Florida's first black millionaire, had purchased several acres of land on American Beach so that blacks could have what he referred to as "rest and...

I Wish

by shaylajay | June 9, 2017 | Article | 10 Comments

I've actually been writing this post in my head since February, but this weekend prompted me to put my words onto paper. In February, I went to Pinot's Palette at Lake Providence in Huntsville with an awesome group of women. It's an art studio where...

A Special Monday

by shaylajay | October 1, 2012 | Article | 10 Comments

Singing in my Tony! Toni! Tone! voice, "Do you know what today is? It's our anniversary!" To the wonderful man who shares all my hops and dreams and is the greatest husband and father in this world --- Happy Anniversary! I thank God everyday that He gave...

Sweet Dreams

by shaylajay | January 23, 2012 | Article | 14 Comments

Although the baby does not arrive for five months, I like to be on top of things. The baby's room is a project that cannot be ignored, and I don't want to wait until the last minute. I got overwhelmed with all of the strollers that are out there, so I...

A.L. Lewis Museum at American Beach

by shaylajay | March 19, 2023 | Article | 0 Comments

During our stay on Amelia Island, we visited the A.L. Lewis Museum, which was a visit I had been so anxiously awaiting. The museum is only open Friday through Sunday. This museum tells the story of Abraham Lincoln Lewis, Florida's first black millionaire, and how he...

My Rainbow

by shaylajay | June 30, 2012 | Article | 55 Comments

On June 7, 2012, my mother lost her battle with breast cancer. She was my best friend. We talked or Skyped everyday, even when she was in the hospital. We had so much faith that she would be healed and would live to see my daughter, Shayla Nicole. ...

Check on Me

by shaylajay | October 20, 2020 | Article | 0 Comments

As I sit here in this office, I think about life over the past few months --- the injustice, heartache, death, sickness, and everything in-between. I’m no longer on Facebook because I just never wanted to be on Facebook. I started my Facebook...

Back In Business

by shaylajay | September 20, 2011 | Article | 3 Comments

Mr. Louis and I are back in business. For the past two weeks, I have been blogging from another computer because my battery literally died in my old computer. I have a new battery and will be blogging from my own computer, which will make life a lot easier....

Boy or Girl?

by shaylajay | February 3, 2012 | Article | 14 Comments

On Tuesday, my husband and I went to the doctor for an ultrasound. Before my husband and I walked in, I gave the technician two envelopes and two pieces of paper. I advised her to let us know when she began looking for the gender of the baby so that we...

Dyson Dermatology

by shaylajay | November 29, 2012 | Article | 0 Comments

If you're looking for a wonderful dermatologist, look no further. Meet Dr. Dyson, the Founder and Director of Dyson Dermatology, PLLC. Dr. Dyson has been practicing dermatology for over 10 years and has extensive experience in medical, surgical and cosmetic...

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