Mommy a la Mode

A style-story curated by Rasheed Crawford featuring Crystal Lariece and Kevin Elijha

The Mommy Switch

There is something magical that happens when your ‘Mommy’ switch is turned on. I’m not sure if it’s the superhuman-like strength exerted during birth or the ultimate test of patience and contentment you find within the months leading up to it.

Lost

Why is it that as I grow as a mother, I feel like less of a woman?

The First 48

The birth of our son has opened our eyes to so much ahead for our family. It has solidified our Faith in God and proven how adaptable we are to life’s many inevitable changes. Our son is a constant reminder that our purpose is greater than we could ever imagine.

Are We There Yet?

I’ve read article after article about what to expect with my hormones, symptoms, and even in the delivery room. But, in none of these articles have I received a head’s up of the overwhelming frustration I’d feel in these last few weeks of my pregnancy.

A Letter to our Baby Boy

Love. This is one of your KEY responsibilities on this Earth. Love others honestly and without conditions. It is ok for you to disagree with what others may say, do or believe, but you must remain constant in love.

When You Believe…

Therefore I say to you, whatever things you ask when you pray BELIEVE you receive them, and you will have them. -Mark 11:24 For years  this bible verse has been my personal reset button. Whenever I’ve felt at a complete loss, just reading it helped me regain focus on whatever obstacle was before me. Unfortunately, in the…

Seasonal Shift

The change in seasons always triggers a new spirit in all aspects of my life. From business to my personal style I see the seasonal shift as a time to take inventory of what works, what’s going to be fun to try, and of course the things that must go and never return.