Christina Victor
Childcare :: The Crisis No One is Talking About
When the country, Louisiana, and subsequently Acadiana shut down over a year ago, all non-essential workers were asked to stay home to decrease the spread of COVID-19. My husband and I are both "essential"...
I’m Catholic and I Eat Meat On Fridays :: My Lenten Journey
I know a lot of Catholics in the Acadiana area give up meat on Fridays. Historically, I have also been one of those people, too. Often I am still one of those people -...
Racism and the Catholic Church in Acadiana – My Experiences
One of the latest displays of systemic racism (institutional racism) in Acadiana was not only overt but was shameless and loud. It was a stark reminder that not only does racism exist, but it...
Nah, We Ain’t Friends
My friendships are extremely important to me. I am extremely proud of my friends and always grateful for their commitment to our friendship. I have friends from every part of my life (beginning from...
The 4-Letter Word Banned from Our Home
A few weeks ago, I was on the phone with a friend when she mentioned to me that she couldn't do something. Honestly, I am not sure what exactly we were talking about, but...
How To Get a COVID-19 Vaccine in Louisiana
Disclosure :: this post is written to provide information regarding the new COVID-19 vaccine. Vaccine highlights and information summarized from the CDC.
How To Get a COVID-19 Vaccine in Louisiana
There are currently two COVID-19 vaccines...
Kindness :: How Two Acquaintances Changed My Perspective
Honestly, I didn't navigate quarantine or the shelter at home orders as well as I thought I would.
The day George Floyd was murdered was the day after the woman in Central Park called the...
What Representation Means to Us
Growing up, I don't recall seeing black/brown merchandise on the shelves at stores. When I walked the aisles of Walmart, Target, Home Depot, The Dollar Store and various other stores, there was nothing that...
Normalize Being Black
If you have opened this blog post and are taking the time to read/understand my perspective, thank you. I appreciate your time.
I have been thinking, reading, reflecting and learning during these past several months...
Mom Hacks :: How to Find Lysol, Clorox Wipes, and Free Costco Delivery (Without...
At the beginning of quarantine, I learned quickly that obtaining Clorox wipes, Lysol, and other essential household items would be tough. Fast forward a few months in, and I have successfully carted, shipped, and...