From my family to yours, Happy New Year. What better way to start 2021 than by praying. Please join me in saying a prayer for the New Year.
Join Chandra Sparks Splond in Saying a Prayer for Christmas
It’s hard to believe that the holidays are once again upon us. Please join me in saying a prayer to help us remember the true reason for the season.
Five Scriptures to Prepare Your Heart for Christmas (Best of the Book of Splond)
With the hustle and bustle that Christmas brings, it helps to pause for a moment and remember the true reason for the season. Here are a few scriptures to help you prepare your heart for Christmas.
Join Chandra Sparks Splond in a Prayer of Thanksgiving
It’s hard to believe it’s holiday time once again. Please join me in saying a prayer of thanksgiving.
A Tribute to My Daddy on the Anniversary of His Death
It was a Wednesday morning when I got the call my daddy had died.
Join Chandra Sparks Splond in Saying a Prayer for Our Country
Where were you on Saturday, November 7, 2020, when you found out we had just made history with the election of Joe Biden as the 46th President of the United States and Kamala Harris as the first African-American female vice president?
I’m Celebrating My Favorite Girl’s Sweet 16 with a Blog Takeover
By the time you read this post, my favorite girl will officially be 16. We’re celebrating today by having her take over my blog.
A Love Letter to My Daughter for Her 16th Birthday
My Sweet Girl, It’s hard to believe this time next week, if it’s the Lord’s will, you’ll be 16. Where exactly have the years gone?
This Week I’m Celebrating My Fifth Blogiversary
Do you know what this week is? It’s my blogiversary.
Chandra Sparks Splond Shares Five Things to Pray for Yourself
I spend a lot of time praying for people. Whether it’s assisting with my church’s prayer ministry and getting personal requests from friends, pray is a huge part of my everyday life. One thing I’ve realized lately is that sometimes I am so busy praying for others that I forget to take the time to […]
Fall 2020 Movies and Television Shows I’m Excited About
Tomorrow officially starts one of my favorite seasons of the year. There’s so much I love about fall: the milder temperatures, the celebration of my daughter’s birthday, and all the wonderful television shows and movies that premiere.
Fall In Love with These Binge-Worthy Shows
We’re only a couple of weeks away from what should be the start of the fall premiere of television shows. Thanks to COVID-19, which halted filming for many of the shows, who knows when—or if—the fall season will happen? If you’re like me, you’re always looking for a great show to enjoy, and since […]
Meet Karen Moore Sparks, the First Grandmomma of the Month
I’m excited to kick off a new annual spotlight on grandmas since September 13 is grandparents’ day. We’re starting off the series with Karen Moore Sparks, an employee with the City of Birmingham and my awesome sister-in-love.
Chandra Sparks Splond Shares Five Things To Say to Your Child
The new school year started last week, and I find myself a little nostalgic. Maybe it’s the fact that my daughter is now starting her junior year in high school, but I find myself wondering if I’m sowing into her life in the way she needs so she knows her value and worth.
Five Things Your Child Should Know Before Starting College
Just because your child has finished high school doesn’t mean the learning has stopped. Now it’s time to kick their preparation of how to handle “real life” into overdrive. Let me state that I understand not every child will go to college. These are life skills that apply whether you go to school or not.
Meet Bettye Chapman, the August 2020 Momma of the Month
Bettye Chapman is no stranger to stretching herself to become the best she can be. Not only did she decide to tackle taekwondo, but she also launched her own business.
Five Things Your Child Should Know Before Starting High School
How did we get here?
Five Things Your Child Should Know Before Starting Middle School
It seems like lately I’m trying to hold back time.
Five Things Your Child Should Know Before Starting Elementary School
It’s inevitable. One day you’ll look up and your baby will no longer be a baby, but a big boy or girl ready to start elementary school and face the world. While you’re preparing their lunch or helping them stuff their backpack, make sure you’ve prepared them in other ways too.
Meet Dr. Nikaela S. Flournoy, the July 2020 Momma of the Month
Dr. Nikaela S. Flournoy is on a mission to make a difference in the in the STEM field, as well as in the lives of her children.
