In case you missed it, Sunday was Mother’s Day and hubby came all the way through for me. YAAASSS! I would say somebody took notes from my gifts ideas for Mother’s Day post but anyone who knows my husband knows that he is all sorts of EXTRA and really doesn’t need me to dream up his own idea of how to make any occasion special.
It is no secret that I have been a bit overwhelmed since Miss Corona came and unleashed her virus on us. So, if there was ever a time I needed to be pampered, it was this year. Our celebration was also super special because Garfield’s mom got to spend Mother’s Day in Jamaica for the first time in years.
Who doesn't like to wake up to mimosas and the sweet aroma of breakfast floating up the stairs? With Chef Kathy's help, hubby presented us with the most delectable breakfast, lunch and dinner.
But it didn't just stop at food. Since we can't go to the spa, there was a spa day set up for us complete with a massage bed and Mani-Pedi station. God knows I needed this.
On behalf of my mom-in-love and I, we want to publicly say a big thank you to an awesome husband and son.
Of course, our little diva Miss Jordan had to run in on the fun, but hey, she made me a mother!
What was your quarantine Mother’s Day celebration like?
YouTube Roundup
I know you have been spending an unusual number of hours on YouTube, so here is a quick round-up of some things I found interesting over the past week.
COVID Chronicles
Remember when Spice came for her kids and took them with her to Atlanta? Well, she did not expect to be stuck there for so long. Watch as she shares her experience being quarantined in Atlanta. There is an incredibly sweet moment of affirmations with her daughter and all moms can relate to her struggles with homeschooling.
Coronavirus has turned us all into chefs! Everybody has been cooking these days. Did you know that KaciFen has launched a YouTube channel and she's cooking a lot? Well, I just found out.
After all the food we have been eating, exercise is a must. I joined Patrice for a workout special and it was murder! Just watch. If you are looking to keep fit at home, then this is it.
For laughs
Need a laugh from a family that is keeping it real? Watch Tami get pranked by Wayne and Jax. Stick around to watch Atlas take the #fruitsnackchallenge
Have you had to give yourself a hair cut in these times? Here is a funny video of Rushcam cutting his own hair at home.
Ever wondered how YouTubers make money? Watch Quite Perry share how he makes money on YouTube.
For mommies
Want to learn how to establish a great bedtime with your baby? Check out Remi’s Bedtime routine with Jodi.
Netflix and Chill
Just admit it, you have been binge watching Netflix.
Have you watched Sprinter yet?
One word: Grillmaster. Or is that two words?
Sprinter is now on Netflix (including Netflix for Jamaica). Basically, it’s a movie about 17-year-old Akeem Sharp who is set to be the next big track star but has to overcome a few hurdles which may derail his bright future. It’s authentically Jamaican exploring issues such as:
- Barrel Kid Syndrome - the mother goes abroad and has been there for 10 years as an illegal immigrant as she tries to make a better life for her family.
- Scamming - Of course, Jamaica has become popular for it's scamming especially of North Americans and this movie does a great job of capturing that experience.
- Rising star athlete - Both Akeem and his older brother are track stars. I love how they use his older brother to tell the story of what really happens (injuries, etc) to some Jamaican athletes who take up track scholarships abroad.
- Divorce - A real look at how families are broken up even as one partner leaves in search of a better life.
You may also check out Dutty Berry’s review.
I think Sprinter has earned its place with the likes of Harder They Come, Dancehall Queen and Shottas in the Jamaican Hall of Fame for films. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Let me know your thoughts?
What to read?
I couldn't stop reading this candid article of 5 nannies who shared their experience of working during Coronavirus.
Jamaican authors
My friend Dre has a new book, Scribbles. Check it out and remember to always support our local authors.
Remember my post Talking money with your spouse during Coronavirus and my recommendation to find a side hustle? Well, JMMB has really been helping with some useful live sessions. Check out this post on discovering money-making opportunities to weather the storm.
Conversation Starters
Bored with quarantine?
Let us go for a drink.
The Prime Minister this week announced that bars (and churches) are now free to open to the public with a few social distancing rules of course.
I hear a lot of men are happy. But so too are a lot of wives!
And of course, Jamaican Twitter had to weigh in for the win!
Welcome back to all the Jamaicans who were stuck abroad!
Until next time, walk good my loves!
