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ALL the ways I’ve Been Coping During The Corona Virus Pandemic, the Racial Pandemic and Missing Carnival 2020

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“When I told 2020 I had plans… CoronaVirus laughed and God shook His head.” “Then He said stay still and pay attention to what’s happening in the world” re: racial injustice and police brutality. 

“Ok God, noted!”

I have not blogged in a minute and the reason being was– I was just trying to figure out WHAT NEXT? All my carnival plans (as expected) were either cancelled/postponed or I opted out of them by choice. In fact my next trip will be to see my family in the Bahamas if I’m being completely honest.

Just like you, I was completely overwhelmed with so many thoughts/questions/concerns about my family, myself and state as a black woman, my job status, the ability to ever go out again and/or travel or attend carnival… so I took a quick minute to try to adjust to the NEW NORMAL. And trust me I’m still adjusting. So in attempts to compartmentalize those things, here’s 7 ways I’ve been coping. 

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Where To Buy Carnival Shoes & Tips On How To Wear Them

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Where to buy carnival shoes and tips on how to wear them…if you’re trying to figure out what to wear on your feet for carnival time. This post is for you!

Nowadays, carnival time seems to ALWAYS be right around the corner (I ain’t mad) and ONE of the most important things that EVERY CARNIVAL GOER SHOULD BE THINKING, CONSIDERING AND PONDERING during the preparation and planning process is…

What kind of shoes should I wear to carnival? Also…where should I buy carnival shoes from? 

Whether it’s your first time, second or hundredth time attending; it’s so important to find the right type of footwear to wear during carnival, fetes or Jouvert. If you don’t have a clue where to buy carnival shoes, keep reading…

Anyone can probably guess that a day or two days worth of walking, chipping’, wining down to ‘d’ ground is instant foot ache waiting to happen so here’s a few tips on how to avoid even more discomfort during your carnival experience.

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The Bahamas Carnival 2020 Fetes and Events List

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Bahamas Carnival Fetes

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Bahamas Carnival is but a few months away and it is officially “SOCA SZN” in paradise. If you’re considering #masinparadise – here’s a list of the Bahamas Carnival fetes and events that you cannot miss. Check out my Bahamas Carnival 2019 experience inclusive of fetes, concerts and the road.

If you are wondering if it is a quick, affordable flex, then my answer is YES and might I add its a good starter carnival if you’re playing mas for the first time. Ticket prices range from $20+ to 80+ USD. 

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7 Reasons Why Sugar Mas Should Be Your First Carnival for 2021

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sugar mas

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If I were to pick a part all the reasons to come to Sugar Mas, it would be a lot more than SEVEN…trust! Sugar Mas 48 has to be one of the purest carnival experiences I have ever had so I wanted to break down 7 reasons it should be your first carnival for 2021 and what you absolutely NEED TO KNOW before you start planning Sugar Mas 49.

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