Marissa Evans
Marissa was born in Charleston, South Carolina on Sept, 27, 1986 to James Sweat and the late Tracy Graham. She is the youngest girl of six, two sisters and three brothers. She grew up in Holly Hill, and graduated from Holly Hill Roberts High. Marissa furthered her education at Midlands Technical College, receiving a certificate in Early Childhood Education in 2017 and an associate degree in Early Childhood Education in 2018. She has been married for seven years to her husband Terence Evans. Together they have three children (Jaylen, Jada and Ny’Asia Evans). Her oldest and only boy, Jaylen, has cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and autism. Marissa and her husband are also the founders of the movement #Dontstare which is to raise awareness to how rude staring can be.
The Challenges of Raising Teenagers
I am a mother raising teenagers - three of them. I find that every journey with each child has been different. But I expected it would be since they all have different personalities.
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My Cerebral Palsy Warrior
March is National Cerebral Palsy Awareness month. To help raise awareness about Cerebral Palsy, I'll be sharing my story with all of you.
I am the mother of a child with Cerebral Palsy.
My son Jaylen...
Why Christmas Time Is So Special to Me
Christmas was always a big deal in my house growing up. Our mom, the late Tracy Denise Graham, was a Christmas baby so she made sure we celebrated. I remember watching her favorite movie every...
Sharing Memories With My Family
Over the weekend, my family and I went to Dave and Busters. After eating and playing a few games, we went to the counter to redeem our tickets. As I was looking for something...
Day Trips From Columbia, SC: Eudora Farms Drive-Thru Safari Park
Eudora Farms is a drive-thru safari park located in Salley, South Carolina. It's actually the very first drive-thru safari park in SC! Eudora Farms allows you to observe and feed exotic animals from around...
Setting Boundaries for My Teens When It Comes to Dating
Times are different then they used to be, and as a parent I try to compromise as much as I can with my children. Growing up my mom kept us safe but she allowed...
How I Became a Plant Mom
I remember my first plant. It was a peace lily that I got from my mother's funeral in 2009. I wasn’t interested in plants during that time. I just wanted one because it came...
My Tubie Kid :: What It’s Like Having a Child With a Feeding Tube
This week is Feeding Tube Awareness week.
A tubie is someone who require a feeding tube for their nutrition and medication. There are several different types of feeding tubes. The one my son currently has...
Moms to See in the 803 :: Tammy Colleu
In 2018 I came across a special Facebook post. It was an opportunity for families of children with special needs to take free pictures with Santa. It was being held at a local church...
Columbia Mom EATS :: Banana My Puddin’ Kings Bakery
I recently came across a post on Facebook about a new dessert spot, Banana My Puddin' Kings Bakery. If you know me, you that sweets are my weakness. When I googled the address I...
Moms to See in the 803 :: Brittney Smalls
We've all gone through tough times at some point in our lives. When those difficult circumstances arise, they can feel overwhelming. And, a lot of times, they can also make you feel alone and...
Celebrating Our Fathers and Husbands on Father’s Day
Father's Day has always been special to me. Especially growing up a "daddy’s girl."
I’ve always been daddy's little girl. Growing up, my daddy always gave me his time. He wasn’t the perfect father, but...
Columbia Mom EATS :: Flava Filled Foods (Ghost Kitchen)
Over the weekend I stopped by Flava Filled Foods. It’s a ghost kitchen inside of IndulgeNPTs on North Main.
If you're wondering what a ghost kitchen is, it's food prep operations with no waiters, no...
See My Special Needs Child, but Don’t Ignore Me
Being the parent of a child with special needs isn't easy. There are days we get up not feeling well ourselves but have to put how we are feeling aside in order to care...