“I hate getaways!” Said no girl ever. Traveling is so much better when you have great company and what better company than your friends to share memories with. Sometimes planning a girls getaway can be stressful and indecisive. We’ve put together some inspiration for you with these amazing AirBnB’s to seal the deal on an … Continue reading
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Representation Is Necessary: A Child’s First Impression
Growing up, I looked up to so many people. Just like any other kid, I was impressed with the smallest act of heroism. Even if it was moving a turtle across the road so it wouldn’t get hurt, it made me think about how happy and safe that turtle was. Super heroes were inspirational to … Continue reading
Love Thyself! New Month New Rules
New Month New Rules! If you have set some goals, you’re on the right track. If you haven’t set any goals, made any resolutions, or you’re not sure what to change – we’ve got some resolutions to get you started! If you haven’t read our guide to Queenin’ close this now and read it … Continue reading
Farewell To The Obamas
Obama, you have done it again. These past 8 years have been nothing but ups and downs for not only you, but the whole country. Ever since the day America heard about the black guy running for president, we all knew things were going to change. And they did. photo cred:Obama Retrieved: January 17, 2016 … Continue reading
#WCW Spotlight: Sibu Mabena
Our Woman Crush Wednesday is the talented Sibu Mabena who at 24 is the Brand Coordinator for MTV Base and MTV / Entrepreneur. Based in Johannesburg, South Africa Sibu is a former dancer making waves behind the scenes in the entertainment industry. Having completed her BA Political Science Degree from the University of Pretoria she … Continue reading
Chest Paining: Going Through ‘The Chesties’ After A Bad Breakup
Have you ever had that horrible feeling of a black hole sitting where your heart is supposed to be? Consuming all your happiness – bringing nothing but grief. You sit in the dark, in denial of what you’re really going through. Yes child, you’re chest paining. Getting through a break up is not easy. All … Continue reading
The Mammy Awards: Hollywood’s Obsession With Black Stereotypes
Breaking news! In response to last year’s hashtag #OscarsSoWhite, the Academy has once once again shown us colored folks exactly where we stand with them. Ordinarily I’d be shocked, as gangsta roles and other black stereotypes “real roles” seem to be a favorite in their world, but I guess Straight Outta Compton was too much … Continue reading
Hey Life – I’ll need a side order of peace with those fries!
As adults, we have to learn to juggle many aspects of life. A lot of times we fall victim in allowing people, obstacles, trials and tribulations placed in our path’s to negatively consume us so much to the point that it becomes a stress factor. However, a lot of times stress doesn’t come at the … Continue reading
The Life of Tai; an inspiring journey to battle depression through travel
For many women, depression is a reality they face everyday. It comes in many forms and can sometimes be misdiagnosed. Some can be overwhelmed with it and others are able to live with their head just above the water. From the outside looking in, it’s easy to misunderstand and look at it as someone’s inability … Continue reading
Drop the baggage and move on: A guide to letting go of guilt and starting fresh in 2016
Move On!! I know most people don’t like change. Well guess what I didn’t like change neither. But Change is a part of our journey of living whether we like it or not. Without some type of change on our lives things wouldn’t progress the way their supposed to. The change I’m talking about is … Continue reading
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