At one point in our lives, we have considered getting locs. For many, the decision to not pursue their desire to have locs usually stems from workplace politics. The corporate world has prevented many women and men of color from wearing locs and in some cases, have forced them to cut them off. Locs … Continue reading
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A Letter To My Future Daughter
Dearest Daughter, Hopefully by the time you are reading this letter, you and I have a wonderful relationship with open communication, and that I’ve shared stories from when I was not much older than you are now. I also hope that the world from those stories has changed and that I’ve never had to have … Continue reading
7 Days With A Lazy Naturalista
Being Natural has its moments, especially during wash day and humid days! But nothing grinds a lazy natural more than dealing with days like that and more. If you’re a lazy natural you’ll definitely relate! Day 1 – Saturday Washed my hair. Did not pre-poo because I wasn’t in the mood. In fact, I didn’t … Continue reading
Black Girl Story II: 100 Hearts Program
Dedicated to the girls in the 100 Heart Program at Fairfield High Preparatory School, this poem intertwined their motivational stories. Read Black Girl Story Part 1 here Four months later and the bump is half near showing. I’ve been declaring flu sickness making sure I was the only one knowing of this struggle and pain … Continue reading
Skinny Isn’t Cutting It, Said The French.
The other day I was listening to a radio talk show as I drove home. It was call in time and the lines were open to discuss any issue that callers had on their minds. A lady who wanted to remain anonymous made a comment about how excited she was that there was a ban … Continue reading
#Mygirlsquad Interviews With Tiffany Evans
In 2003 starting in the spotlight at the age of nine, Tiffany Evans became the face of “Star Search.” Her powerful voice made her the Grand Champion in the junior singer division. Tiffany Evans is known for her phenomenal hit “Promise Ring” which featured Ciara, and her role as a young actress on Tyler Perry‘s … Continue reading
Single Mom Status: Run Men, Run!
Men running away from women with children is nothing new as Joseph was about to put Mary away when he found out she was pregnant before they even got married! Being a single mother doesn’t stop me from cringing at the thought of my son one day dating one. It’s as if it’s embedded into … Continue reading
Top 8 Moments At MBFWJ 2016
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Johannesburg took place this past weekend at Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton in South Africa. Writer Hulisani, was on the scene and has our favorite top 8 moments of the weekend. 1.Can we please talk about how ready to wear this outfit is! The colour, the pattern, the length. This is everything. … Continue reading
Screams Of Silence Part 2: Recovering From Abuse
“When someone shows you who they are, believe them.” This is a very famous quote, and it relates to this topic so much. In my last post Screams of Silence part 1, I gave you the red flags of an abuser, and I gave you an guide on how to get out. As most victims … Continue reading
Melanin Fabulous! #Black Models Matter
In light of the new hashtag “#BlackModelsMatter’ inspired by the Zac Posen Bag, Ajak Deng retirement and the lack of diversity in the beauty and fashion industry, we have put together 10 amazing Black models who inspire the beauty and confidence of brown skin. A whole list of Melanin Fabulousness! Maria Borges Grace Bol … Continue reading
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