Black history isn't just something we look back on; it's something we live, build, and pass forward every day. It's not just Black history, it's American history. This week, I wanted to highlight three pieces that reflect different sides of our story: our history, our money, and our culture. First, we dig into little-known Black history facts that don't always make it into textbooks. These are the stories that remind us how deep our roots really go and how much has been intentionally left out...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Hey everyone, Happy New Year! We’re officially kicking off another trip around the sun, and you know what that means—it's time to stop talking about what we want to do and actually start doing it. Whether your goal is to pay off debt, scale your side hustle, or finally take that dream trip, I’ve put together three essential resources from the blog to help you stay on track this month. 1. Make Your Resolutions Stick 📈 We’ve all been there: fired up in January, but burnt out by February. If...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hey everyone, I’m excited to share that I’m running a holiday giveaway on Facebook, and one lucky person will win a $50 Amazon gift card! If you’re looking to treat yourself or grab a last-minute gift, this is the perfect chance. Entering is quick and easy. All you have to do is follow my Facebook page, tag two friends in the comments of the giveaway post HERE, and give it a like. That’s it! It’s open to everyone, and as long as you’re 18 or older, you’re eligible to enter. The giveaway...
4 months ago • 1 min read
With autumn in full swing and that crisp, colorful fall energy all around us, I figured that it was time to update my article titled "31 Fun Fall Activities to Enjoy With Family & Friends". Whether you're looking to embrace the outdoors (hello, apple-picking, scenic drives, and leaf-collecting) or cozy up indoors (think baking fall treats, hosting a themed dinner, or settling in for a fireplace-movie night), this list has something for all kinds of autumn lovers. If you've been wondering how...
5 months ago • 1 min read
The Monthly Hustle is my monthly newsletter, where I share updates and discuss things that have happened in the last month. May was nice. I did something that I've been wanting to do for a while. I'll get to that shortly. Side Hustles: Amazon KDP: - No new books at the moment. Second Website & Facebook Page - Too busy to focus on this at the moment. Other Facebook pages: The Facebook page I rebranded is sports-related. In my previous newsletter, I asked if I should share it. A few people...
9 months ago • 2 min read
The Monthly Hustle March is going kind of fast. I figured I should hurry up and work on this month's update before it's April. February was a better month than January. Website traffic picked up, and side hustle/business income also grew. Here's how things went. Side Hustles: Amazon KDP: No new books were released. You can check out my older books here. Second Website & Facebook Page: I added a few articles to the site. We also added content to the Facebook page. I'm considering using ads to...
about 1 year ago • 3 min read
The Super Bowl is this Sunday, and while the game itself is the main event, it’s also a huge opportunity to make some extra cash. If you live in New Orleans or plan on visiting this week, pay extra attention to this email. I put together an article with 17 ways to make money during Super Bowl week, covering everything from selling merch to rideshare driving and renting out extra space. If you’re looking to capitalize on the big game, be sure to check it out! Since this year’s Super Bowl is in...
about 1 year ago • 1 min read
Happy New Year, everyone. I hope 2025 is starting off well for you. I have some big things happening this year. Before I focus on 2025, I want to discuss 2024 one last time. 2024 was a pretty good year for me. It was one of the best years ever for My Money Chronicles, with almost 200,000 page views. I'm looking forward to 2025, which will be even better. Please tell your family and friends about My Money Chronicles and encourage them to subscribe to this newsletter today. Side Hustles Amazon...
about 1 year ago • 3 min read
Last month, I asked in my Facebook Group and Instagram story if people would be interested in hearing updates on the different side hustles and businesses I am doing. Everyone responded with a resounding yes. So, here's the new version of my monthly newsletter. I'll share what I'm working on, how it's going, and potential future ideas, as well as my usual articles you may have missed. Before I get to my current side hustles, let me get to the subject line of this email. I lost an income...
over 1 year ago • 3 min read