Introducing My Daughter to Theater through the BAK MSOA Foundation: A Palm Beach Mom’s Budget-Friendly Performing Arts Adventure

Every bit of it reminded me how powerful art can be when it is nurtured early and I was transported back to my days of being a “Drama Club Nerd” throughout middle school and high school.

wellness, creativity.Shalanda O'nealDecember 2, 2025leisure, lifeComment

Book Review: “The Love Lyric” by Kristina Forest

In The Love Lyric, the third and final book in Kristina Forest’s Greene Sisters series, we follow Iris, a widowed single mom and floral designer, who reconnects with her musician ex, Angel.

wellnessShalanda O'nealNovember 20, 2025leisureComment

Blooming Again at Mounts Botanical Garden: Rebuilding My Confidence as a Solo Parent

And little by little, I became more okay with going places by myself. Just me and my daughter. It was the beginning of feeling like, okay, maybe I can do this.

creativity., wellnessShalanda O'nealNovember 18, 2025life, leisureComment

Yelp Spotlight: Habit Burger & Grill in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Yesterday as I sat across the table from my daughter, I realized that I’m living answered prayers.

food., wellnessShalanda O'nealNovember 16, 2025restaurants, leisureComment

A Refreshing First Time at Restore Hyper Wellness in West Palm Beach

Although cryotherapy wasn’t originally offered as part of the event, Anastasia suggested I try it first to experience contrast therapy, meaning I would start with cold and then move into warmth.

wellnessShalanda O'nealJuly 16, 2025holistic healthComment

Before You Buy: Is Wayfair Furniture Good Quality? - Part II of II

I was quite surprised to learn just how many people were curious about the quality of Wayfair furniture. I am planning to remodel my daughter’s bedroom soon featuring pieces from Wayfair and will blog about the process here.

wellnessShalanda O'nealJuly 15, 2025homeComment

Beat the Summer Slide: 5 Fun Ways I’m Supporting My Daughter’s Reading Skills

I’m not interested in turning our summer into a second shift of school. I want joy, flexibility, and moments that build her brain without breaking our rhythm (or the bank).

creativity.Shalanda O'nealMay 19, 2025lifeComment

Book PR Unboxing: "The Tree That Bends" by Professor Ross White

We believed that if we did everything “right,” we’d be rewarded with security. But here we are, navigating our second recession, the rising cost of living, and the long-lasting effects of a pandemic that reshaped everything.

wellnessShalanda O'nealMarch 16, 2025leisureComment

My Favorite Olly Vitamins: A Guide to Wellness for Teachers, Moms, and Everyone in Between

Over the years, I’ve experimented with several different supplements, and Olly has consistently stood out for its effective and tasty formulas.

wellnessShalanda O'nealMarch 13, 2025holistic health, most popularComment

Cultivating Green Dreams: My Experience at The Art of Gardening Event in West Palm Beach

There’s something magical about a South Florida morning—the sun rising over lush palm trees, the salty breeze drifting through the air, and the feeling that anything is possible.

creativity., wellnessShalanda O'nealFebruary 20, 2025life, leisureComment