Monkey on My Back

I mean it never fails.....every morning when I wake up, that monkey IMMEDIATELY jumps on my back....the monkey of negative thoughts and "what ifs". This monkey has been my constant companion, seemingly for years. I can't  tell you when he arrived, what sparked his appearance - all I can tell you is that he is…

Self-Care

Years ago, my mother gave me some sage advice that I have shared with friends, family, and clients alike: "Keischa, you gotta make sure you are ok with you, because you take yourself with you everywhere you go"....

Waiting……

I have a confession to make....I am like Jay-Z says, "I got no patience and I hate waiting..." My friends and especially Team Pruden (my husband Paul and my sons Aaron and Bryant, aka "Moo") can share with you a gazillion stories that usually end up with me yelling "Hurry up!".. I know that I…

One of the Most Memorable “Ruthisms” ever….

This probably sounds weird, but one of the most memorable "Ruthisms" for me is this - "Keischa, always pay your bills on time, even if you only have gas and food money left. And always have good credit." And I was a teenager when she told me that!!! Sadly, I have not always adhered to…