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DIY

Guest Bathroom Under Cabinet Makeover

November 7

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #QuiltedHoliday #CollectiveBias The guest bathroom under cabinet area has always been a pain for me. I used my guest bathroom under cabinet storage for many things. I like to wash and dry my hair in the guest bathroom because of the natural light. And also…

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Food

Easy Peach Cobbler

October 24

I taught myself how to make peach cobbler one long and hot summer. I wanted to cook, and we had fresh peaches. My sister had some southern living cookbooks. I didn’t find a peach cobbler, but there were similar pies. I came up with this recipe by mixing sugar cookies and dumplings together. This is how I learned to make…

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DIY

DIY Ghost Decoration – Movie Night

October 18

DIY Ghost Decoration - Movie Night

 This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser, Walmart Family Mobile. All opinions are mine alone. #CatchMoreData #Ghostbusters #CollectiveBias Who are you going to call? Ghostbusters! No, but seriously I have to tell you about the Walmart Family Mobile Plan that I recently purchased. The plan includes unlimited talk, text, and data up to 10GB of…

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DIY Marble Clay Bracelet | BOO it Forwad

October 11

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser, MARS. All opinions are mine alone. #BOOItForward #CollectiveBias It’s already that wicked time of year again. Fall has arrived and the air is filled with cinnamon, pumpkin spice and the overabundance of candy. This is why you should stop by Walmart and grab some treats  to BOO it…

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Home Decor

Fall Brunch with Coffee and Crafts

October 6

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This post has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. This post was sponsored by Starbucks as part of an Influencer Activation. I received compensation and complimentary products to facilitate my review #StarbucksCaffeLatte #MyStarbucksatHome #CollectiveBias It’s fall y’all and I could not wait to have some girlfriends over for a Sunday brunch. Today,…

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Food

Mummy-Zarella Sticks | Quick And Simple Snack

October 4

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #20MinutesToTasty #CollectiveBias Follow my blog with Bloglovin Fall has arrived in my home, and I love that we can fill our weekends with fun. The weather is perfect for going to local farms and having a family outing. Today, I want to share with…

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DIY

DIY acrylic bathtub tray

September 12

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PledgeReflectionOfYou #CollectiveBias My bathroom holds a special place in my world of relaxation and peace. I want it to feel spa like and sparkle whenever I decide to take a long bath or shower. Today, I am going to share with you how…

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I am Carla Bethany Hayden, an Atlanta based Home Decor Blogger. I love mixing patterns and fun colors. I welcome you to my online home. Have seat stay awhile and let me know if you have any questions. When I am not blogging here you can find me on Instagram @itscarlabethany.



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There are no words to describe my love for my Mama There are no words to describe my love for my Mama fully. She was my biggest fan, my greatest supporter, and the one who helped me navigate life through its many ups and downs. She prayed for me, encouraged me, and always believed in me, even when I doubted myself.

I owe her my life's work and every accolade I've achieved. She saw me through undergrad, guided me as I navigated Corporate America—even though she had never experienced it herself—and kept me grounded through it all. 

She prayed with me in moments of joy and in times of need. She stood proudly by my side on my wedding day and cried with me through some of the most challenging moments of my life.

My mom saved my life in more ways than I can count. Her love and guidance shaped the person I am today, and her passing has forever changed me.

On November 26, 2024, Esther Gleaton went home to be with her ancestors. I find comfort in knowing she is finally at rest, free from pain, and in eternal peace. 

My mother bravely faced a short but aggressive battle with Plasma Cell Leukemia, spending 72 days fighting inpatient at the Northside Hospital Cancer Bone Marrow Transplant Unit. She fought with courage, grace, and incredible strength.

In sickness and health, my father, Orbie Gleaton, was by her side daily. He saw her through the very dark days and celebrated the joyful moments with her. 

His love and devotion to my mom never wavered—he never left her side. The love they shared is eternal and serves as a beautiful testament to the bond they built together.

Mama, your love will guide me forever. You are my heart, and I will carry you with me always.

Angela, Orbie, Carla, Carmelia & Amelia we will take care of Daddy. 🤍🕊️ #Multiplemyeloma #cancersucks  #plasmacellleukemia
#mlk #drking #mlk #drking
Imagine being enslaved then generations later they Imagine being enslaved then generations later they try and steal the land from your family. ✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾

As we proceed (God is doing a great work)
Is that this work
Did not begin with you (God is doing a great work)
Our mothers' mothers 
And fathers' fathers 
Planted seeds
When we were but the faint notion of a dream 
In their mind
They hope for a harvest a legacy, a great work
So make your next step forward
Help us to connect the dots and see
"Wherever you go in this world you will never be a "Wherever you go in this world you will never be alone. You carry with you the hopes and prayers of the ancestors. There will be days in this life when you feel alone, but know that the ancestors are with you. When you go for that job interview remember that you are carrying the ancestors with you. Everyone who has ever cared for and prayed for you goes with you when you are alone. Some of those people will never get to have your experiences or go in those boardrooms, but you carry them with you. You are the manifestation of an impossible dream - through middle passage, slavery, reconstruction, Jim Crow, segregation, civil rights - they believed that it was possible. My sister(s) you will never be alone because we all go with you."— Maya Angelou

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