All posts by: Hyacinth Rucker

Make lasting memories with your family in Lake Erie Shores & Islands

Are you looking for something fun to do to end the summer or perhaps you want to make plans for a fall break vacation? I highly recommend planning a trip... Read More

The Impact of Learning to Swim

Oh boy, what a difference a year can make in your life! When we started 2019 my boys did not know how to swim. I was always so nervous taking... Read More

Show your kids just how much you love them on Valentine’s Day

Ever since my boys were big enough to understand the meaning of Valentine’s Day, I’ve made sure they receive a special gift from me, so they know just how much... Read More

Have fun with your family using zoom games this Christmas

Christmas is going to look so different for so many people this year including my family. We’ve decided to follow the CDC Guidelines regarding holiday gatherings, which suggest you stay... Read More

Tips for voting early, absentee or in-person on Election Day

Have you voted yet? Election Day is just 4 days away and every vote counts. We at MommiNation would like to share different resources for those that have not voted... Read More

Learning how to swim in a pandemic is safer than you may think

Since the Pandemic hit in March, I have been very hesitant to allow my boys to do any of their normal activities outside of school. I recently made the tough... Read More

How to keep your peace in a broken world

The Beginning – How I knew there was a God Although I did not grow up in the church, I have always known about God for as long as I... Read More

Hardworking Mommi: My Struggle to Balance it All

Some days I cannot believe I am a mother of three boys I am a mother of three amazing black boys. Some days I really cannot believe I have three... Read More

Seven Simple Travel Tips

Tip #1 - Start packing a week before your trip.
I don’t know about you, but washing clothes is a never ending task in my house. A week before I’m leaving... Read More

My faith gives me the strength needed to be a black mom in America

Sometimes it is hard for me to believe it, but I have been a black mom in America for over 12 years. My oldest son, Jayden, turned 12 in June.... Read More

It is Never Too Late for Your Kids to Learn How to Swim

Although my boys have gone swimming many times, they had never taken swim lessons before and I found myself feeling afraid anytime we went to the pool and they swam... Read More

The Exploration & Learning Continues Indoors at Conner Prairie

We are always looking for fun places to visit with our boys. Not too far from home in Hamilton County is a wonderful outdoor museum called Conner Prairie. Known for... Read More

Four Places for Action-Packed Indoor Fun in Hamilton County

Is your family looking for something fun to do but the weather isn’t cooperating? If you answered yes like our family, you’ll love the four ways we found to have... Read More

Let Little Imaginations Run Wild At The Muncie Children’s Museum

Our recent adventures took us to the Muncie Children’s Museum in Downtown Muncie. This hidden gem provided a day of fun and imaginative play! Muncie Children’s Museum My youngest son and... Read More

The Best Gift In Life

Finally, the day we had been waiting for was finally here. I thought I would have a natural birth, but that didn’t happen. After 23 hours of labor, my doctor... Read More