Maya Sutherland

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Maya Sutherland is a full-time SAHM who squeezes in part-time work as a Local Childcare Consultant for an au pair agency. She was born in Ohio but has spent most of her childhood and adult life in Florida. She is André's devoted wife and mother to Audrey, Mason, and her fur baby, an Egyptian Mau cat named Midnight. Maya earned an A.S. in Culinary Dietetic Technician and a B.A.S. in Supervision and Management from Florida State College at Jacksonville. Her professional background is in management, and most recently, she managed a skilled nursing facility food service department staff of 15. Maya has a long-time love affair with food. She is happiest in the kitchen preparing fresh, homemade meals for her family, utilizing her numerous gadgets and food preparation-specialty items. She is also an aspiring business owner but hasn't figured out what she wants to do when she grows up. In her spare time, she loves painting rocks, coloring using colored pencils,  yoga,  listening to podcasts or audiobooks, and online shopping. You can follow her on Instagram @5spicechef, and Facebook @5spicechef.
self-care

Self-Care at Home: How to Make It Happen

Self-care shouldn’t be a once-a-year event that women only get to do on Mother’s Day. It shouldn't be a day where your children suddenly...
sleep

10 Ways to Get More Sleep (From a Tired Mom’s Perspective)

Okay, moms, we all know sleep is important. I will save you the boring lecture on why sleep is important, but did you know...
tea shops

A Tea-Lover’s Guide to Local Tea Shops in Jacksonville

I don't know about you, but I’m a huge tea lover. I thank God that I was not born before tea. I know, coffee...

My Daughter’s Obsession with Elsa Hair

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Having Gratitude During a Hurricane Day Off

I honestly think hurricane days are God's way of telling us it is time to slow down and to really enjoy quality family time....

Back-To-School Activities for Littles In Jacksonville

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Moms Doing More in the 904: Sandy Jacoby, Founder of Sheep Not Goats &...

When Sandy Jacoby's husband Steve got laid off his job in 2012, they took a leap of faith by selling their car and house...
Pressing Pause and Being in the Moment with Your Kids

Pressing Pause and Being in the Moment with Your Kids

I will never forget the moment when my 3-year old daughter Audrey said to me, "Mommy, put your phone down!!" And this was after...

10 Family-Friendly Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day

Valentine's Day was always such an exciting time for me as a kid. I have fond memories of my parents having a special surprise...
kwanzaa

Why I Celebrate Kwanzaa

I have fond memories of celebrating Kwanzaa as a child. We celebrated Kwanzaa because my mother thought the principles were important building blocks for...
Easy Holiday Appetizers for the Busy Mom

Easy Holiday Appetizers for the Busy Mom

'Tis the season for preparing great food and maybe hosting a holiday gathering or party with family and friends. Being busy moms, we definitely...

Food Allergies: The Struggle is Real

I sometimes daydream about a life without food allergies. Unfortunately, that life is not my reality. I have severe nut (peanuts AND tree nuts)...