Author: simplymarvia
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Choosing Sisterlocks
I have had natural hair all my life, my hair has never been relaxed or straightened. I felt that if I straightened my hair, it would mean that I was agreeing with people who say that black kinky hair is not beautiful. I would be selling out and conforming to the idea that to be […]
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Strawberry Oatmeal Squares
We had a surplus of strawberries, to prevent them from going to waste, I decided to make a delicious dessert that was both filling and nutritious, so I decided to make oatmeal squares, with a strawberry twist. Strawberries are “an excellent source of vitamin C, manganese, vitamin B9, and potassium. They are very rich in antioxidants and contain a […]
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Top Ten Best Reggae Songs of All Time
Music for me is therapeutic. Whenever I am sad, confused, or just need a pick-me-up, music, no matter the genre, always gets me out of my funk. I am an eclectic music lover, I love music from all genres whether Indie, Rock, Alternative, Gospel, Jazz, you name it. Once it has a good beat and […]
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Best Toys for Babies 0-15-Month-Old
I am the mommy of a fifteen-month-old, like most babies, she is constantly on the move, touching and putting in her mouth, everything in her sight. To encourage her mobility and exploration, I enlist the help of toys and learning aids. I have used toys and learning aids since she was born to help her […]
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You’re a New Mom! …Now What?
You’ve bought cute clothes, a chic crib, plastic, and glass bottles because you want to be prepared. You have read the mom blogs that advised you to get nipple cream, so you did. You waited patiently and nervously for the little bundle of joy to arrive, and he/she did…. Thank God you survived delivery! You […]
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Jamaican Yam Punch
Yam, originally from Africa, is a Jamaican staple that is consumed by most Jamaicans daily, typically boiled and served with boiled dumplings along with a protein. “Yams are made up of complex carbohydrates, Vitamin A, and dietary fiber which helps to maintain healthy skin and supports healthy bone development. Yams are also a good source […]
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Quick And Easy Mason Jar DIY
Mason Jars are versatile containers that can be transformed into whatever your imagination allows. I was decorating my bathroom and wanted to add a homey touch that was quick, easy, and inexpensive. So I decided to upcycle plain mason jars into stylish storage containers for my cotton balls, cotton pads, and cotton swabs. For this […]
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My Visit to Mystic Mountain
Jamaica is beautiful and has beautiful attractions that most Jamaicans, unfortunately, don’t get a change to enjoy. Many of us spend almost every day working, many of us have not even traveled outside of the parish of our birth. ‘Vacation’ to many, is not a term/word that is used often or any at all. Sad […]
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Banana Cake
I love to bake, however, since becoming a mummy, I hardly find the time. As you can imagine, young children obliterate the idea of me-time, spare time, alone time (basically anytime you are not with them. I love being a mom; however, it is very demanding!). Something about baking that just calms me, so whenever […]
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Colourism In Jamaica
I am a proud Jamaican; I love my country, its people, culture, and resilience. We have so much going on for us. There is the natural beauty in our landscape, white sand beaches, our language, and the way we treat visitors and our fellow Jamaicans. Conversely, like most countries, we have our challenges; Crime (a […]
Simply Marvia 