Brown Mommy Diary

Motherhood & Lifestyle



I knew my life would be a fight…

and I realized this: 

I had it in me.

(Viola Davis, Finding Me)

As we have transitioned from Black History Month to Women’s History and Colon Cancer Awareness Month, we want to express our gratitude to everyone who has joined us on this journey. Approximately two years ago, the “A Change For Brown Mommy Diary” campaign was launched to seek justice for the loss of our daughter, Shundra Seay Massey, to colon cancer at the age of 29. The campaign originated from a place of unanswered questions, deep pain, and intense anger.  However, finding purpose in pain was a powerful way to transform adversity into something meaningful. 

Martin Seay, Minority Leader Sen. Gloria Butler (GA), and Rosonja Seay

Martin Seay, Minority Leader Sen. Gloria Butler (GA), and Rosonja Seay

Today, we are filled with gratitude for all of you, as well as for Minority Leader Senator Gloria Butler (GA), whose unwavering support has been instrumental in advancing our mission to raise awareness about young-onset colon cancer and its disproportionate impact on African Americans. Leader Butler has been a true champion, spearheading two resolutions in the Georgia Legislature. These resolutions advocate for the adjustment of the minimum age for colorectal cancer screenings and the establishment of the Senate Colorectal Cancer Study Committee. Her dedication to this cause is commendable and sincerely appreciated. 

Over the past two years, we’ve been deeply invested in this campaign. The loss of our cherished daughter to colon cancer in 2021 sparked a commitment to educate and advocate for changes in colonoscopy guidelines. It’s disheartening that while colon cancer isn’t solely an ailment of older individuals, screening guidelines don’t encompass those under 45. As colon cancer rates decline among older adults, they’re on the rise among the young. Young people must be well-informed about this disease. 

During Women’s History and Colon Cancer Awareness Month, I actively seek your help and collaboration with others passionate about colon cancer, women’s health, and the health disparities faced by the Black community. Education and empowerment are essential tools for uplifting others and creating positive change. Together, we can make a difference.  

As change makers, we can make a difference in the world, no matter how big or small our actions may seem. Embracing these beliefs can guide us toward creating a brighter future for ourselves and those around us.

With profound gratitude and affection,

Martin and Rosonja Seay

Mother’s Day Gifts: The Ultimate Mother’s Day Gift Guide

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Mother’s Day is around the corner, which means that it’s time to find those Mother’s Day gifts if you haven’t already. Honestly, Mother’s Day has snuck up on me- yikes, let’s jump right into this! I’m going to help us all out with my ultimate mother’s day gift guide that includes many of my favorites from major retail stores like Target. First, let me start by saying that I am amazed at the fact that I have a whole human being that calls me mama- like what the what!??!

Whether you are purchasing a gift for your mom or significant other, I’m sure you will be able to find at least one item that will suit their liking. Moreover, I know how difficult it can be to shop for someone, but hopefully this guide will make gifting a little bit easier this year. And if you’re like me, maybe it will make it a little easier to tell people what you want- ha! In this guide, there are visuals of all the Mother’s day gifts that I have selected. Categories range from beauty to home & garden. To look more in depth, just click the picture and it will take you directly to the assigned link.

From black-owned to convenient two-day shipping, this ultimate gift guide gives you various options. As you browse through this gift guide, think of ways to pair items. You can create a unique Mother’s Day gift basket of all the things that she likes. If this guide was helpful, please show your support by leaving a comment and/or subscribing to my email list.

Mother’s Day Gifts

Home & Garden

Beauty

Electronics & Crafts

Clothing & Shoes

Accessories

4 Ways To Include Busy Kids When Decorating

This is our first year decorating the house with an almost toddler. Let’s just say there’s been a lot of “hey, don’t touch that. No, no, EJ”. I can’t blame him for being so fascinated being that this time last year he was nowhere near interested in what was going on.


After realizing that it would just be easier to include him, I began to count and identify colors as I was unpacking the decorations. Here are 4 ways that you can include your little one as you are decorating the house this holiday season.

Count


As you’re unpacking your decor, either have your little one count or count to them. When I was unpacking the ornaments, I just counted each ornament as I placed them on the floor.

“EJ, let’s count the ornaments. 1,2,3….”

Identify Colors


Simply ask your little one the color of a decor item or tell them the color.
“EJ, this ornament is silver”.

Match

Have your little one place alike objects in one pile. I guided EJ to place alike objects in a pile as I was unpacking decorations.
“Hey EJ, here are two angels. Let’s place them together.”

Identify Shapes/Objects


When it comes to Christmas decorations, there are so many unique shapes and objects. You can either ask your little one to identify the shape/object or tell your little one the shape/object.
“Look EJ! It’s a snowflake”

Including your little one serves as fun, interactive learning opportunity all while decorating the house. Happy decorating!