Hello and welcome to Mommy Scoreboard. It’s been several years but I remember starting my college application essay with the sentence, “You can always find me with a pen in one hand a basketball in the other.” I enjoy writing but the sport of basketball has been my ultimate joy. Fast forward and now I am the proud parent of three children, a happily married woman and an accomplished recreational basketball player. If I had to update my essay sentence it would read, “You can always find me with a pen, a basketball, a kid or two, a mobile device, a skillet, random toy part, a sippy cup, baby wipes, hand sanitizer and face masks in my hands”…WOW, have times gotten better!
As parents, we had an inkling that one of our toddler’s might be on the Autism spectrum but hearing those words from the psychologist and seeing it written on the report took the wind out of us. The day (about 13 months ago) our child was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) occasionally replays in…
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I recently listened to the Flame Bearers' podcast about Caster Semenya. Caster is an acclaimed and world-renowned track and field athlete who has won numerous medals in Olympic competitions. This episode, narrated by Jamie Mittleman delved deep into Caster's background, her accomplishments in sports, and the challenges/backlash faced based on her natural testosterone levels.
Read more A Slow Motion Win: My Review on Flame Bearers Podcast About Caster Semenya.
*Disclaimer: I’m not an employee, affiliate, friend, or family member of the ROCKDEEP company. This is not a sponsored ad. I’m a loyal and enthusiastic customer. This information is solely based on my personal experience. I love sneakers!!! I have quite a sneaker collection ranging from athletic (basketball) to casual to running in various colors…
Read more Sneakers for the WIN – Top 5 reasons I Rock with ROCKDEEP
On today’s agenda is NOTHING! 🔹️I chose to take a mental health day.🔹️I chose to put my needs first. 🔹️I chose to relax and refuel. I’m use to the hustle and grind of doing it all (parenting, working adulting). Pushing through the fatigue and frustrations as if there’s an award for that. The real prize…
When the world as we knew it shifted in March 2020 and my company pivoted from an office only situation to telework we thought it might last 2-3 weeks. The COVID-19 pandemic abruptly changed those early predictions. Fast forward, 18 months of working from home and now we’re back in the office Monday-Friday. This adjustment…
Read more From Telework Back to the Office: 5 Things I Surprisingly Miss.
When my friend on Instagram (MyTalesfromtheCrib) posted this writing challenge at the beginning of March I looked at the Day 2 theme of “30 Reasons Why I’m Amazing” and knew I wanted to participate. I didn’t think it would take me nearly a month to get my thoughts from my head to the computer. This…
Read more Celebrating Women’s History Month – 30 Reasons Why I’m Amazing
To celebrate Women’s History Month (March 2021) I have been highlighting women in sports who have not only made a huge impact in the game but also on my life. This edition showcases 5 of my favorite WNBA players. They are all legendary, award winning, trendsetting, motivational, and making groundbreaking moves on and off the…
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When it comes to basketball accolades and awards, the name Maya Moore is at the top of nearly every list. Maya is a NCAA Champion, EuroLeague Champion, four-time WNBA Champion, six time WNBA All Star, WNBA MVP, Olympic Gold Medalist, just to name a few. Maya’s game, both offensively and defensively is just silky smooth,…
Read more Women’s History Month: Celebrating My Sports Icons.-Maya Moore
“In New York, concrete jungle where dreams are made ofThere’s nothing you can’t doNow you’re in New YorkThese streets will make you feel brand newBig lights will inspire youLet’s hear it for New YorkNew York, New York…” -Empire State of Mind by Jay-Z and Alicia Keys The name Chamique Holdsclaw says it all when it…
Read more Women’s History Month: Celebrating My Sports Icons. -Chamique Holdsclaw
Basketball has and continues to be a huge part of my world. To celebrate Women’s History Month (March 2021) I will highlight women in sports who have not only made a huge impact in sports but also on my life. To tip-off this celebration I am starting with the incomparable Teresa Weatherspoon aka T-Spoon. I…
Read more Women’s History Month: Celebrating My Sports Icons. -Teresa Weatherspoon
All-Star Mom & Basketball Player! 