My Mom Is Turning 50 And I Am Simply Inspired
Next week my mom is turning 50! I am very excited to celebrate this milestone with her. Since I’ve been a little girl my mom’s been working extremely hard to take care of our family. And now that I’m a mother, I truly appreciate the sacrifices my mom made to ensure that we were provided […]
Dating and Romance In My 20’s: Am I Ready?
Dating as a woman is always complicated. My fear is that it always will be. I’m at an age where the word “dating” understandably doesn’t carry much weight. I’m 20 years old, in my last year of college, and very much focused on myself—as is everyone else around me. But while my peers are focused on ourselves, […]
Girl, You Dated <em>Who?</em>: Tarzan Jesus
Have you ever found yourself being picked up for a date and ending up inside their house? Well, meet Tarzan Jesus, the happy-go-lucky #vanlife hippie who picked up his date from the comforts of his humble abode. For our first installment of “Girl You Dated Who,” we will be diving into the unexpected misadventures of […]
It’s Women’s Month Every Month So Let’s Celebrate Us Everyday: Starting With My Mom
With all the talk of Women’s History month, I’m constantly being reminded that Black women make the world go ‘round. Whether in the world of politics or entertainment, we hold on down for us and, meanwhile, everyone else gets to reap the benefits. Black women are Women’s History in all that we’ve endured and accomplished. And I can’t […]
Getting a Divorce in a Pandemic Helped Me Fall Back in Love With Myself
On a Saturday morning in August, we argued. It wouldn’t be the last argument for that weekend. I packed my things and went to a hotel I booked, because I already knew what was coming. I stayed all day at the hotel, not talking to her — and she did not call me. I wrote […]
Consent: Why We Need It & Why Asking For It Needs To Be Normalized
If this is one of the first times that you’re reading the phrase “normalize consent”, then it may sound like a foreign concept. “Normalizing” something requires that we think about it often, talk about it openly and do it every chance that we get. “Consent” requires us to consider permissions, what’s legal vs. illegal and, […]
Rebounding: It’s As Mental (& Spiritual) As It Is Physical
Relationships are some of our most prized possessions. While they aren’t necessarily “things to possess”, they bring us joy, they help us grow and they remind us of who we are. Although, ultimately, it’s the relationship that we have with ourselves that inform how we move through the world. So, even when they come to […]
How To Keep It Spicy With Your Non-Boo, Boo and/or Bae During A Panorama
When you’ve been spending more time than usual with your non-boo, boo or bae, things can start to feel a bit monotonous. It may feel like the monotony is due to a lack of interest, when it could simply be a lack of inspiration. Think about when you fell for your partner or decided you […]
Whether Newly Single Or Calling A New City Home: Here’s How To Celebrate The Holidays
Celebrating the holidays means something different for everyone. For some, it’s spending time with family. And for others it’s keeping traditions alive. If you’re newly single, it could mean finding a new family and establishing traditions of your own. A combination of old and new favorites when it comes to music, recipes and decor can […]
Creating Traditions: How to Approach the Holiday Season After Loss
The holiday season is known for being a time of joy and celebration. But it can also be hard for many people. Thanksgiving forces us to acknowledge what we’re grateful for and find the abundance in our lives, often alongside family and loved ones. Christmas also forces us to surround ourselves with people we love, […]