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Friday Check-In: February 9, 2024

LaToi Storr February 9, 2024 no Comments

African American Children’s Book Fair

This past weekend I went to the African American Children’s Book Fair. I actually do the social’s for the organization. A lot of people learned that over the weekend. I love helping this organization help get out the word that there are amazing African American Children’s authors. When I was a kid english was my favorite subject. However there weren’t many characters that looked like me. It never discouraged me to read in the least bit. However my kids are able to see the great amount of authors who write stories with characters that look like them. Reading is a great and necessary tool. Getting kids interested in reading is always the goal. If you weren’t able to go, consider checking them out and purchasing a few of the books from the authors present.

Husband’s Birthday Weekend

This past weekend we celebrated my husband’s 43rd birthday. We had an amazing time. From our staycation at the Marriott Courtyard to see David Hollister to a great dinner at Emei. I wanted to make sure to show my husband the appreciation he was definitely deserving of. Some of the things that my husband loves to do is celebrate the whole month. Now he can celebrate with his friends. We decorated the house and made sure we got him gifts that were unique to him. Like parents, when we get things we still find ways to give to our children.

Takumi Bistro & Bar

I went to an amazing sushi restaurant in Wayne Pa. This is about less than 30 minutes outside of Philadelphia. A few highlights:

Fresh sushi
Amazing presentation
Beautifully aesthetic restaurant
Great Cocktails
Good service

We attended a Galentine’s Day event with Neff Knows. While we waited to be be served we also made cards. I ended up giving it to one of the besties. It was nice to do a handwritten card for someone. I actually keep blank cards in my house. Every month I make it my business to send a card to at least one friend. I encourage you to do the same. The reason is simple-make someone’s day. We get enough bills and mail we don’t want.

Galentine’s Day at the Moshulu Friday Review

Another Galentine’s Day event in the books with Fearless Restaurants. They had two floors of vendors, drinks, bites, and some great vibes. Huge shout out to Moments by Max with the biggest heart balloon display. It was good to catch up with friends I hadn’t seen in a long while. If you haven’t dined on the Moshulu you are missing out. I had my Blogiversary there 2 years ago. The food is absolutely delicious. This is a great place to go to celebrate birthdays and other celebrations.

Conversations with Toi Friday Podcast Drop

This week’s episode’s guest is Danielle Alvarez better knowns as Elle of Siponwhat. She is a Content Creator that started out from her love of craft beers. Since then she through a mutual friend of ours was introduced to the Content Creator world and has been doing well with growing her page. Beyond growing her page and including the most amazing beers, is her love of all things Philly. Make sure you listen to the podcast and follow her. We talk about the room in the Content Creation world. There is room for all. In learning your spacing in Content Creation remember that there is only one like you.

Blogs you May have Missed This Week

Weekend Things to do

In addition to getting ready for the biggest game of the year, The Super Bowl there are a lot of events happening in Philadelphia.

Valentine’s Day for All at Target

Don’t forget to get to the stores to get the kids their Valentine’s Day cards and gifts for their classrooms. The closer you wait for Wednesday the worse it will be. They will be picked over and that’s never good. Here are some things that will make your days easier. From creating a Valentine’s Day charcuterie board: