We're on our way to Italy...in our minds of course because it's still a pandemic! Of course, we both love wine so we were ecstatic when we got the chance visit wine country to talk to our special guest this week - Anna Savino. What We’re Sipping On This Episode: Noble Vines – Sauvignon Blanc - Because we were recording early, we didn't want to drink anything too heavy so we went with a white today. It's definitely Sasha & Shara approved ...
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EP 220 – New Year, Same Us
It's a 2021 and it's been off to a rocky start…BUT good news - we are still the same Sasha & Shara! Are you into goal setting? Do you choose a work of the year? How do you use your word throughout the year? In today's episode, we're discussing goal setting, planners, and vision boards. We're not really into resolutions but we do set intentions and there's definitely a path we see ourselves on. What We’re Sipping On This Episode: ...
EP 218 – I Turn To You – Being a Safe Space for Your Daughter
While Shara and I are both boy moms, we have both been teen girls...and whew! Our mommas had a hard time. When you were a teen, were you able to confide in your mother? Go to her for advice? Mothering our daughters can be a challenge...probably because we've been there before and don't want our girls to make the same mistakes we did. But how can you make sure that you're a safe space for your daughter while still parenting? What We're ...
EP 217 – Home for the Holidays
We've made it to our first Christmas episode and we're decking the halls! Christmas is a special time of year and of course, every family has their own traditions and celebrations. In this episode, we're talking about how we celebrate the holidays and the type of traditions we hope to carry on in our own families. What We're Sipping on This Episode Noble Vines 181 Merlot - We're celebrating the holidays with one of our favorite types of ...
EP 214 – Special Child, Special Mom
It's time to break the silence about your kids with disabilities. If more women-of-color spoke up about their special needs children, so many others would not feel alone. The black and brown special needs community needs more visibility. Don't be afraid to "label" your child as special needs. That "label" can get you access to the support and resources that you both need. What We're Sipping On This Episode: Noble Vines – Pinot Grigio - ...
Ep 209 – Beauty After Broken – Learning to Parent After Childhood Trauma – with Lonnie Grant
Unfortunately, many parents among us have endured childhood trauma. Though many have been able to move on with their lives, becoming parents themselves can be triggering. Parenting is hard, but parenting as a survivor of childhood trauma can be extremely difficult and terrifying. What We’re Sipping On This Episode: Aspect - Merlot - Described as "dark and brooding with ripe currents, cherries and plums backed by white pepper and cedar.", ...
Hi! We're Sasha & Shara - the co-hosts of the Swirl and Sip Podcast! 