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About Me

Hey Y’all!
I’m Carmen.
My close friends call my Carm, so you can call me Carm, too! Welcome to my blog, here you will find the nuts and bolts of motherhood, resources for mamas, and a lot of Jesus!
I pray you leave here refreshed and restored and encouraged to give motherhood your best.

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Posting this #throwback from our engagement shoot

Posting this #throwback from our engagement shoot -- just to say how incredibly proud I am of you.

When we were dating and engaged Will was very clear about what his goals were -- for us, for our family, and for himself. He has never wavered on those goals and always stressed the importance of building a legacy.

Well Dub, you set a goal for 2022, and ---

Today, 1/13/2022, you accepted an incredibly amazing promotion.

You deserve all the 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽.

So proud of you and grateful for all that you do for #TheDubs.

🙌🏽

Ephesians 3:20 “Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all we ask or think according to the power that worketh in us.”

cc: @will__watkins

This year I encourage you to choose J O Y.

“…for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” Nehemiah 8:10

Have you ever considered how your days flow when they are rooted in joy?

Not happiness because that‘s based on circumstances but the unexplainable and internal stability, JOY!

This is the joy I’m walking in for all of 2022. I am planting my feet in this truth and being sure that God will give me joy, and that joy in turn will be the strength I need to do all the things He has called me to do.

To wife.
To parent.
To lead.
To teach.
To serve.

And here’s the great thing about joy — it’s God given. So even when your circumstances try to rob you of your joy, Jesus has offered us some of His. 🙌🏽

John 15:11 “I have told you these things so that MY JOY AND DELIGHT MAY BE IN YOU, and that your joy may be made full and complete and overflowing.”

That’s Bible.

So cheers to a JOY-filled and joyful 2022. 💫

-Carm

#carmenwatkinsblog #carmenwatkins #thedubs #atlantablogger #mommyinfluencer #atlantainfluencer #momblogger #blackmom #blackmommyblogger #faithinfluencer #christianmomblog #christianblogger

Cheers to #ThirtyNew . I heard someone say the 30

Cheers to #ThirtyNew
.
I heard someone say the 30’s are like your 20’s but with money — and I felt that. 🤣
•
What I also FEEL —
a little bit wiser
a lot more confident
a whole bunch of love
a little more sure of God’s call for my life
a bit stronger — physically and mentally
affirmed in the truth that God’s plans for me are GOOD — to prosper and not harm, to give me a hope and a future. (Jer 29:11)
•
Thank you guys for all the love leading up to today (11.25), and my girls who celebrated with me to kick off the week, #swipe to see what “everyone around me is thriving in abundance — limitless” looks like for my circle🤎
📸 @simonereneephoto

#carmenwatkins #carmenwatkinsblog #momblogger #bloggermom #blackmomsblog #momblog #heyblackmom #blackmominfluencer #atlantamomblogger #mommyblogger #momofthree #threeunderthree #fabrikstyle #targetstyle #thekeiexperience #thirtynew #carmenthirtynew

Birthday week — is that youuuu! 11.25.1989⠀⠀

Birthday week — is that youuuu! 11.25.1989⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Celebrating my #CarmenThirtyNew tonight with some of my girlsssss and I’m looking forward to it — good eats + good vibes + good people. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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It’s my personal NEW YEAR — and my heart keeps coming back to Mark 2:22 // “And no one puts new wine into old wineskins. For the wine would burst the wineskins, and the wine and the skins would both be lost. New wine calls for new wineskins.”⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Past years stretched me — this next year in this decade will feel like a newness. 🙌🏽⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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#carmenwatkins #carmenwatkinsblog #momblogger #bloggermom #blackmomsblog #momblog #heyblackmom #blackmominfluencer #atlantamomblogger #thirtynew

3 Things I’ve Learned in Marriage 1. Don't ever

3 Things I’ve Learned in Marriage

1. Don't ever compare your love story to the next person. Instead, surround yourself with married couples who share the same values and beliefs.
•
2. Therapy is a safe space to grow and navigate the many layers that make you and your partner unique.
•
3. The goal isn’t just to stay married but to be happily married and bring honor to God through your marriage.
•
Cheers to Year 6!
I love you, Dub! @will__watkins

#carmenwatkins #carmenwatkinsblog #momblogger #bloggermom #blackmomsblog #momblog #heyblackmom #blackmominfluencer #atlantamomblogger #blacklove #blackfamilygram #marriedandblack #TheDubs

The holidays are officially a-brewin’ at Dunkin’ with a new Hot Holiday Blend Coffee, available now for $2 through 12/1 at participating Dunkin’ locations in the Atlanta-area (medium-size only).
•
As a mom on-the-go I am always looking for a pick-me-up to keep me running through my laundry list of things to do. Whether it’s holiday shopping or the many errands that us moms tackle during this season — a delicious coffee (2 creams and 3 sugars), is a MUST.
•
The New Holiday Blend at @dunkin is absolutely delicious and coupled with the Pancake minis, makes the for the perfect on-the-go snack. The plus the Pancake minis are loaded with 10grams of protein to keep you full and satisfied.
•
Tag a Dunkin’ lover below + share what you’re most looking forward to this holiday season! #dunkin
•
#ad
📸: @simonereneephoto

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Using my @ourplace perfect pot to make tonight’s dinner, Ground Turkey Stir Fry — a recipe I found on @saltandlavender

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So cheers to a JOY-filled and joyful 2022. ✨

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Posting this #throwback from our engagement shoot

Posting this #throwback from our engagement shoot -- just to say how incredibly proud I am of you.

When we were dating and engaged Will was very clear about what his goals were -- for us, for our family, and for himself. He has never wavered on those goals and always stressed the importance of building a legacy.

Well Dub, you set a goal for 2022, and ---

Today, 1/13/2022, you accepted an incredibly amazing promotion.

You deserve all the 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽.

So proud of you and grateful for all that you do for #TheDubs.

🙌🏽

Ephesians 3:20 “Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all we ask or think according to the power that worketh in us.”

cc: @will__watkins

This year I encourage you to choose J O Y.

“…for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” Nehemiah 8:10

Have you ever considered how your days flow when they are rooted in joy?

Not happiness because that‘s based on circumstances but the unexplainable and internal stability, JOY!

This is the joy I’m walking in for all of 2022. I am planting my feet in this truth and being sure that God will give me joy, and that joy in turn will be the strength I need to do all the things He has called me to do.

To wife.
To parent.
To lead.
To teach.
To serve.

And here’s the great thing about joy — it’s God given. So even when your circumstances try to rob you of your joy, Jesus has offered us some of His. 🙌🏽

John 15:11 “I have told you these things so that MY JOY AND DELIGHT MAY BE IN YOU, and that your joy may be made full and complete and overflowing.”

That’s Bible.

So cheers to a JOY-filled and joyful 2022. 💫

-Carm

#carmenwatkinsblog #carmenwatkins #thedubs #atlantablogger #mommyinfluencer #atlantainfluencer #momblogger #blackmom #blackmommyblogger #faithinfluencer #christianmomblog #christianblogger

Cheers to #ThirtyNew . I heard someone say the 30

Cheers to #ThirtyNew
.
I heard someone say the 30’s are like your 20’s but with money — and I felt that. 🤣
•
What I also FEEL —
a little bit wiser
a lot more confident
a whole bunch of love
a little more sure of God’s call for my life
a bit stronger — physically and mentally
affirmed in the truth that God’s plans for me are GOOD — to prosper and not harm, to give me a hope and a future. (Jer 29:11)
•
Thank you guys for all the love leading up to today (11.25), and my girls who celebrated with me to kick off the week, #swipe to see what “everyone around me is thriving in abundance — limitless” looks like for my circle🤎
📸 @simonereneephoto

#carmenwatkins #carmenwatkinsblog #momblogger #bloggermom #blackmomsblog #momblog #heyblackmom #blackmominfluencer #atlantamomblogger #mommyblogger #momofthree #threeunderthree #fabrikstyle #targetstyle #thekeiexperience #thirtynew #carmenthirtynew

Birthday week — is that youuuu! 11.25.1989⠀⠀

Birthday week — is that youuuu! 11.25.1989⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
•⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Celebrating my #CarmenThirtyNew tonight with some of my girlsssss and I’m looking forward to it — good eats + good vibes + good people. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
•⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
It’s my personal NEW YEAR — and my heart keeps coming back to Mark 2:22 // “And no one puts new wine into old wineskins. For the wine would burst the wineskins, and the wine and the skins would both be lost. New wine calls for new wineskins.”⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
•⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Past years stretched me — this next year in this decade will feel like a newness. 🙌🏽⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
•⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
#carmenwatkins #carmenwatkinsblog #momblogger #bloggermom #blackmomsblog #momblog #heyblackmom #blackmominfluencer #atlantamomblogger #thirtynew

3 Things I’ve Learned in Marriage 1. Don't ever

3 Things I’ve Learned in Marriage

1. Don't ever compare your love story to the next person. Instead, surround yourself with married couples who share the same values and beliefs.
•
2. Therapy is a safe space to grow and navigate the many layers that make you and your partner unique.
•
3. The goal isn’t just to stay married but to be happily married and bring honor to God through your marriage.
•
Cheers to Year 6!
I love you, Dub! @will__watkins

#carmenwatkins #carmenwatkinsblog #momblogger #bloggermom #blackmomsblog #momblog #heyblackmom #blackmominfluencer #atlantamomblogger #blacklove #blackfamilygram #marriedandblack #TheDubs

The holidays are officially a-brewin’ at Dunkin’ with a new Hot Holiday Blend Coffee, available now for $2 through 12/1 at participating Dunkin’ locations in the Atlanta-area (medium-size only).
•
As a mom on-the-go I am always looking for a pick-me-up to keep me running through my laundry list of things to do. Whether it’s holiday shopping or the many errands that us moms tackle during this season — a delicious coffee (2 creams and 3 sugars), is a MUST.
•
The New Holiday Blend at @dunkin is absolutely delicious and coupled with the Pancake minis, makes the for the perfect on-the-go snack. The plus the Pancake minis are loaded with 10grams of protein to keep you full and satisfied.
•
Tag a Dunkin’ lover below + share what you’re most looking forward to this holiday season! #dunkin
•
#ad
📸: @simonereneephoto

Morning Convos w/ the Kids 🙃 Takeaways: 1. Ce

Morning Convos w/ the Kids 🙃

Takeaways:
1. Certain things are not Ellis’ responsibility

2. Duke trying to say Lizard is comedy.

3. Deacon got a naughty note last week and I’m afraid he’s serious when he says he’s not going to have a good day. 😩

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