Ugochi Emenaha
Ugochi was born and raised right here in Houston, but has spent most of her adult life in the Midwest. She is a proud Nigerian American, member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority and veteran teacher. She is a lover all things candy and spends her time exploring the city with her son Arinze {2014}. She has published her first book titled Beautiful {available on Amazon}.
It’s All Fun and Games
COVID has forced us…I mean, allowed us to spend more time together with our families. We have all been creative with different ways to keep our family entertained, but sometimes it’s the ‘old school’,...
Happy Teacher Appreciation Day:: Welcome to the Tribe, Momma
Last year I wrote an ode to Teacher Mommies. Since we have added a whole new crew to our tribe, I wanted to write you a welcome letter. Yes, mommy doctors, mommy grocery store...
3 Ways to Celebrate Easter During A Quarantine
Despite the fact that we might not know what today is, the calendar is still going, and Easter is on its way. As being inside becomes our {temporary *crosses fingers *} new normal, I...
Kids Corona Confessions:: Arinze E.
I've been asking my son what he thinks about COVID and how it's changing his daily routine. I see all of these memes about what kids will recall from this moment in time when...
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Houston
St. Patrick's Day is upon us once again! And with all that's going on, its always nice to have a reason to celebrate with {or without} your little ones. In honor of St. Patrick's...
When Your Child Needs a Little Extra Help:: Tutoring Can Help
Last weekend my son and I had the opportunity to tour Best Brains Pearland, as a parent interested in bringing my child to their center. As a teacher, and a mom—I was blown away....
I Love Me:: A Valentine’s Tribute to Women in Black History
February is the month of love and contributor Ugochi shares a tribute through poetry to women in black history as well as to herself.
As a teacher, I often try to find innovative ways to...
Tiny Eyes, Big Mistakes:: Talking To Kids about the Astros Cheating Scheme
I took my dad to his first American baseball game a few years ago. The atmosphere was calm, the hot dogs were hot, and the soda was cool. I fell in love with not...
Where to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Houston
Houston! It's almost 2020 and boy, are we ready to celebrate! Are you? We know that there are many mamas that are ready to celebrate New Year's Eve in style and in a BIG...
Top 5 Cheesy Holiday Movies to Binge Watch on Netflix
This past week I spent countless hours researching the cutest, feel good, cheesy holiday movies on Netflix for your enjoyment—you’re welcome! I would tell you that there are spoiler alerts, but the reality is...