How this young single mother copes with her breast cancer diagnosis

For some women, no matter how much they want to be there for their children, they cannot be. They are given news that even the bravest would be fearful of.

Thoughts of a BeautE L OrtizAugust 23, 2018health, motherhood, self love, happiness, cancer, women, breast cancer Comments

The Closet Ratchet Tell All: This former Shade Room Editor is quite the Muva

Talia aka @theclosetratchet is a mother, owner of a t-shirt company, author, and editor for one of the biggest urban communities on social media. Checkout her advice to the writers, editors, & mothers who just want their voices heard

thoughts of a beautE L OrtizAugust 13, 2018girl boss, women, writer, black girl magic, editor, motherhood, the shade roomComment

Tips on learning how to love yourself and understand your value

Self-reflection is healing. I cannot think of a more open and honest person that will help you reflect than the person you birthed.

thoughts of a beautE L OrtizJune 7, 2018self love, happiness, motherhoodComment

Meet the Latina wonder woman who is breaking down the stigmas associated with women and age

At an older age Lorraine had to recreate herself and become a single mother. Check out her exclusive interview with us below where she talks everything from welfare to journalism.

Thoughts of a BeautE L OrtizJuly 25, 2017journalism, culture, Hispanic, motherhood, older women, Viva fifty, divorce, Latina, writing, Spain, wife, blogher, spanish, mother, age, fiftyComment

I don't have enough time to cook! Carole Jones, business owner and mother of six debunks this myth

After seeing the positive feedback from her blogs Carole decided to take success and not just dream it. Check out her exclusive interview with Beaut&Beast where we discuss meal tips, family, time saving recipes, and much more.

Thoughts of a BeautE L OrtizJuly 18, 2017food, recipes, cooking, my kitchen escapades, carole jones, eating, meals, family, budget, snacks, treats, desserts, mother, motherhood, cook bookComment