LaToya Morrison
LaToya is a North Austin transplant by way of Fort Worth, is happily married to Brandon, and a proud mama to their son Griffin (2017). Her greatest passions are writing and education which lead her to the classroom. After 10 years of teaching middle school English, she is currently an Assistant Principal of Instruction for IDEA Public Schools. A proud Aggie grad and Pinterest loving mama, her love for kids and writing drew her to the Austin Moms Blog Team. You can also follow her musings on her CraftyMorrison blog and The Educator's Room.
Best Picture Books For Black History Month
Black History Month is all about highlighting voices and leaders in the African-American community, Black history truly is American history in which all children can benefit. These books for Black History month are perfect...
Fresh, FREE, Organic Produce for Austin Families: IDEA Parmer Park & The Black Vegan...
Fresh, organic produce is something many of us strive to have on our dinner tables but may be hard to acquire at times; especially in this quarantine season. And there's nothing better than fresh,...
Raising a Child of Color with Grace
Sometimes I linger….
As I pull the blanket over my sleeping little one and stand in the doorway, sometimes I linger…
I listen to his breathing.
I take in his peacefulness.
Our bundle. Our joy.
I’m thankful and sometimes...
Why Forgiveness Is Key
for·give
/fərˈɡiv/
verb
stop feeling angry or resentful toward (someone) for an offense, flaw, or mistake.
cancel (a debt)
Forgiveness is a concept that is easier said than done. I have always struggled with the textbook definitions...
Becoming A Parent Changed My Relationship With My Parents
Becoming a parent is one of the most life-changing events one can have.
I was prepared (somewhat) for the hormonal changes.
I was prepared (somewhat) for the lifestyle changes.
However, I was not prepared for how my...
Netflix And Truth: Working Moms
Netflix And Truth: Working Moms
I stumbled across a new series the other evening titled, "Workin' Moms," on Netflix. Your eyes and ears might bulge because it's definitely not PBS television (make sure the littles are...
The Benefits Of Daycare
The Benefits Of Daycare
Daycare. For the mamas who want to work. For the mamas who have to work. For the mamas who need a break during the week and are too afraid to admit...
Why We Started An Email Account For Our Baby
Why We Started An Email Account For Our Baby
October 14th is when the idea was birthed. A bit ironic...."birthed." At this point in time we had been trying to get pregnant for a year....
Holidays: The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year Because I Finally Get a Break
Holidays: The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year Because I Finally Get a Break
The holidays...are truly the most wonderful time of the year because I finally get a BREAK.
If you're like me and are...
Why Old School Is Still Cool
Why Old School Is Still Cool
Analog Mama In A Digital World
So......I'm an 80s baby. I grew up when cassette tapes were cool, you could only rent movies at Blockbuster, and side ponytails were LIT!...