In addition to being a time suck, social media can be a dark hole of misery. The sudden death of Nipsey Hussle inspired me to do a social media detox. Celebrity deaths typically don’t hit me the way Nipsey’s did. Largely because he was doing so much good for his community. He seemed like a …
What\’s one word we seldom think of, often take for granted, and servicemen and women must protect at all cost to be offered to every citizen of this great nation America? Freedom, is the word. According to Webster\’s Seventh New Collegiate Dictionary, Freedom means the quality or state of being free as action, or a political …
What Does Freedom Mean During the 157th Emancipation Day Celebration? Read More »
I think we can all agree Black History Month was a bust. From Liam Neeson’s unnecessary admission of looking for any “Black bastard” to kill as a way to avenge his friend’s rape to Jussie Smollet’s alleged hate crime hoax, it seems like every week brought on more confusion. While these situations seem insane on …
You either love or hate Charlamagne Tha God. I might be one of the few people that actually finds his opinion refreshingly honest. For me, the best way to tell a celebrity’s character is to watch their interview with The Breakfast Club. Simply because Charlamagne is unafraid to ask the tough questions. Whether right or …
It was a too good to be true two days ago on Tuesday, March 12, for the Ribbon Cutting Grand Opening of Busboys and Poets in Ward 8 at 2004 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue in Southeast Washington, DC. \”It\’s been a long time coming,\” says Andy Shallal, owner of Busboys and Poets at the …
Ward 8 Now Has a Sit Down Restaurant: Busboys and Poets Welcomes the Community Read More »
What can I say about “JeniferMothaF**kinLewis”? Anyone that refers to themselves in that manner definitely has some stories to tell and some tea to spill! She has played almost everyone’s mama from Whitney Houston to Angela Bassett. You may not know her name, but I guarantee you recognize her face and her charismatic voice. It’s …
Who knows how to manage their money? My ability to manage money comes from the fact that I’m extremely frugal. My credit card debt is minimal, and my main bills are only my mortgage, car note, and student loans. While I maintain these with ease, I don’t have a savings account. I also have a …
Kamala Harris is a boss. Her confidence is truly inspirational. Watching her grill idiots, like Brett Kavanaugh, makes my day. On Martin Luther King Jr. Day she announced her presidential run. Her campaign posters even paid homage to the first Black woman to run for president, Shirley Chisholm. At the surface, this should be everything …
Kamala Harris and the Intersectionality of Being a Black Woman Voter Read More »
Valentine’s Day is one of my favorite holidays. In elementary school, I used to love making and receiving those adorable little valentines cards with candy. In middle school and high school, Valentine\’s Day became a popularity contest. Students secretly envying anyone that got a candy gram delivered during class. Also, going on dates to celebrate …
Gabrielle Union is easily one of the most recognizable Black actresses of our time. From Bring It On to Being Mary Jane, she paved a path that took her from scene stealer to leading lady. We’re Going to Need More Wine is an autobiography of her life in and out of the spotlight. At first …
We\’re Going to Need More Wine – Gabrielle Union Read More »
