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Bella is so obsessed with my Dyson but also runs a

Bella is so obsessed with my Dyson but also runs away from it so it always turns into a fun little game as I’m vacuuming. It wasn’t long until she started using things around the house to pretend to vacuum herself (swipe for vid) and it was so cute. Then we learned about the mini @dyson vacuum for kids and I just knew she would love it. And she definitely does. I love it!

One thing that really blew my mind was realizing just how much our children learn from us even in moments when we don’t think they are watching or paying us any attention. As Bella would vacuum around the house these last few days, I’ve observed so many things that she’s mirrored from my “vacuuming style.” It’s almost scary! Definitely helps put into perspective how important it is for us to be good role models to our babies and that our actions follow what we are teaching them. I am definitely more than happy to show her vacuuming can be fun.. especially with our awesome matching Dysons. I’m so excited for her to enjoy cleaning 😭🤗 #HappyMom #HappyMoments

Let us not forget the true meaning of today. So th

Let us not forget the true meaning of today. So thankful for God’s gift to us. #JesusIsTheReaonForTheSeason #MerryChristmas 🤍

2019 vs 2020 lol I only had to make a few* changes

2019 vs 2020 lol I only had to make a few* changes in my Christmas set up this year with Bella being so much more active and curious this time around. But I am grateful I still got to do as much decorating as I have. Hopefully her little sis follows in her footsteps 🤍 Also, who is in charge of sports on major holidays? Major eye-roll to you. At least Bella enjoys it though. 😂 #MerryChristmas #Christmas2020!

My sweet first born. I love you so much. 🤍

My sweet first born. I love you so much. 🤍

Our holiday looked a little different this year an

Our holiday looked a little different this year and while we are sad we didn’t get to spend it with our family, I can’t help but see the beauty in what we did get to experience out of it. I’m thankful we have the opportunity to spend this time with Bella and making memories before we become a family of 4! Not to mention, it was nice to not have to worry about getting a toddler on a flight and dealing with time zone changes and a shift in her schedule.

It was the perfect day (mainly because I didn’t cook a single thing 😜 major kudos to @ishowboat). Bella enjoyed so many yummy foods for the first time and I loved our little table set up. I was up super late with my siblings catching up over FaceTime well into the night and it was the best way to end the day. 🤍

Today is monumental in so many ways. This is the w

Today is monumental in so many ways. This is the win that America needed. Voting was never in question for my household and that is because we truly believe our vote does matter. It matters for the sake of this country and it matters for our children (wow, that’s weird to say 😅). While it was certainly too close for my comfort considering this election was focused on BASIC human rights, I am thankful for the Americans that put the country first.

I am looking forward to seeing this country led by competent, servant leaders. On a personal level, my heart is exploding in joy that I will be raising two Black daughters with a Black (and Indian) female Vice-President! We still have a long way to go - and we will hold them both accountable in these next 4 years - but this is one hell of a step in the right direction.

#BidenHarris2020 #America #YourVoteMatters #iVoted

We are so excited to welcome another GIRL to the L

We are so excited to welcome another GIRL to the Long household! Frankie has been a natural at being an awesome #GirlDad and I cannot wait to see his love grow even bigger for our second. I am SO excited for Bella to have a little sister to play with. I’m already looking years ahead to them sharing a room and wearing matching outfits 🤗

Despite the obvious setbacks, we had such a great Halloween! Our neighbors showed out for the kids with super creative ways to keep the celebrations fun, festive and safe! I’m glad we still got dressed up as a family and went out. 💀 #Halloween2020

Year 4 is the year of more… more love, more laug

Year 4 is the year of more… more love, more laughs, more memories, more challenges, more victories, more joys, more blessings. Cheers to God’s love shining down on ours as we become a family of 4! Happy Anniversary, my love. #4Years #FamilyOf4

If you haven’t yet, be sure to check out my stor

If you haven’t yet, be sure to check out my stories for detailed shots of Bella’s #SecretGarden birthday celebration.

I had so much fun putting this together and I’m so happy many of you are finding inspo for your little princess’ birthday celebration. 🌸 I’m trying to spend time each day to put together a blog post to share details on everything as well as share more of what I wanted to do if I wasn’t already being extra 😉 So stay tuned! 🙌🏾

I can’t believe it’s been a full week with a o

I can’t believe it’s been a full week with a one year old! Before I became a mom, I did not understand the value of month to month milestones but I have definitely learned to appreciate the growth and major changes that happen even within a 24 hour period. Already Bella has truly grown into a mini human 😂 Her gibberish is sounding more like words. Her responses - words and mannerisms - are perfect for our ‘conversations.’ And now shes... RUNNING! She’s even singing along to our musical books and her name song that her dad made up (it’s actually the sweetest!) 😭 It’s insane.

I’m so proud of my girl but I’m also so sad she’s growing so quickly. Whew! I am quickly learning motherhood is a forever battle between wanting your child to be independent while also depending on you. haha I’m really loving this season we’re in and I’m looking forward to Isabella’s continued growth! #GirlMom #12monthsold #1yearold #ToddlerLife

TWELVE MONTHS Wow. How are we already celebrating

TWELVE MONTHS Wow. How are we already celebrating a full year of life? Everyday of the past 365 days have been the most incredible moments of my life - moments filled with challenges, joys, tears of happiness and sadness. But most importantly, moments with you my sweet Isabella.

This month you've continued to sing your ABC's as if it's the only song in the world, talk with so much passion, dance to any beat you hear and walk like there's no tomorrow. And now you're climbing anything you can, including your daddy. lol

I love your curiosity, your fearlessness and your excitement as you explore the world around you. Thank you for your sweet cuddles and contagious giggles.

Because of you, I've learned to celebrate all achievements in life because no matter how small, together they yield impactful results.

Thank you for being mine, Isabella Fiori. #IsabellaGrows #IsabellaFiori #BirthdayBabe #IsabellaTurnsOne

We’re parents of a one year old! Whoa! While so

We’re parents of a one year old! Whoa! While so much has happened and I often find myself wondering how we’re still in 2020, our year with Bella has gone by so quickly. When people tell you time moves fast when it comes to your little one, believe them! It’s not just saying.

I’ve been asked how I feel and in this moment I’m incredibly proud of how much Isabella has grown and how her confidence and personality are just booming! But I’m just as emotional thinking about her growing into her own person and no longer “needing” me. She’s already let go of my hand to walk on her own and that in itself was one hell of a whirlwind of emotions 😂

I’m just so thankful. So grateful for Bella and blessed to have Frankie by my side on this journey. Even with the challenges of parenthood / motherhood, I wear this badge with so much honor and do not take this role for granted. Cheers to celebrating 365 days with our greatest gift and looking forward to so many more over-the-top celebrations to make sure my little Leo diva knows she is the bestest. 🤍🥰🎂 #IsabellaTurnsOne

ELEVEN MONTHS I am extremely last posting this mo

ELEVEN MONTHS I am extremely last posting this monthly photo because this month was actually kind of emotional for me. My baby girl is really growing up. It was so fun practicing walking with Bella - holding her hands the entire time. And now she is walking sooo fast and talking up a storm. Her personality is coming in so strong and I love every part of it.

Being home to witness so many major developments rather than hear them from her daycare has been a blessing. She gets excited to say, "Hi" and "Bye" while waving. She touches the screen as a way to touch the faces of family members as we're face timing with them (which makes my heart melt and also makes me kind of sad at the same time; damn distance!). Her laugh is contagious and she now has 6 teeth! I am one blessed mama to have this sweet child in my life.

Because of you, I understand why the biggest joys in life come family.

Thank you for being mine, Isabella Fiori. #IsabellaGrows #IsabellaFiori ♡

Every now and then I miss my pregnancy belly. I’

Every now and then I miss my pregnancy belly. I’ve always thought that was so weird but after I reflected on a conversation I had with my cousin the other night I realized it’s more than just the belly for me. I think part of me misses who I was during my pregnancy.

When I think back on when I was pregnant, I feel like I had so much purpose - I mean, I was creating life.. I don’t think it gets more purposeful than that! But even through my pregnancy journey I remained super active, I continued to travel, I went out to the clubs (no joke, I was 9 months pregnant at the club 😭), I interviewed for jobs and made a switch right before Bella’s arrival, I was eating right, my pregnancy was damn near perfect, my hair was shiny and everyone around me really made me feel like super woman. It felt great. I felt great. I loved the happy woman that I was. Even my postpartum recovery was amazing. But when I made the transition from maternity leave back to real life, it was like I hit a brick wall.

Sure, my body bounced back and I appreciated the kind comments, but I was drowning inside. Drowning. Constantly thinking about my baby girl while trying to stay on top of things with a new role at a new company and trying to retain so much shit while pumping in-between was a recipe for disaster. I don’t think I’ve ever felt so low about myself and these thoughts have continued to remain in my mind. I suck at being a mom, I suck at being a wife and I suck at being an employee. I even suck at doing my makeup now that we’ve been trapped in the house for so long 😩

My confidence has slowly been chipped at over these past several months and at this point I just feel so blah. The blurred lines of working at home during COVID while also attempting to navigate each day as if there aren't people that look like me being killed or targeted because they are black is emotionally draining.

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Happy Birthday @ishowboat ! Choosing to be present

Happy Birthday @ishowboat ! Choosing to be present in your role as a husband and a father is one of the many reasons I love you so much. Thank you for being so loving and such a positive light for both Bella and myself. Your smile is as infectious as your attitude and I aspire to be more like you everyday in how you approach life and any challenges that come your way.

I know quarantine didn’t make for the best birthday, so we’ll definitely need to make this one up ☺️ Me and Bella love you so much. 🤍 #HappyBirthday 🎈

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