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May 6, 20201 min read

For Colored Girls and Boys Tired of Masking Strength in Horror…

Original Poem written by Kristian Dudgeon I will not watch that video, I’ve seen the story play out far too many times. I will not make...

Mar 29, 20206 min read

“Self-Made,” Real-Life Themes in Netflix’s Madam C.J Walker Series

The first time I learned about Madam C. J. Walker was when I chose to study her for a written report in the fourth grade. It empowered me...

Feb 1, 20206 min read

Grocery Shopping While Black: Costco Edition

Hannah Drake, Louisville’s acclaimed writer, poet, blogger, and fellow shade extraordinaire, is constantly reminding us of the importance...

Dec 20, 20194 min read

Adulting 101: Lessons in Apartment Hunting

What it do, family? As many of you know from following me on Instagram and watching my stories, one of my biggest achievements of 2019...

Oct 29, 20198 min read

Thoughts on Amber Guyger’s Conviction

Anyone who saw the news last week knows by now that Amber Guyger, the former Dallas police officer who fatally shot Botham Jean in his...

Jul 26, 20195 min read

#DiningWhileBlack: An Awakening of Economic Self-Advocacy

There’s a restaurant in my hometown that has been a local landmark since the 1920’s. Every summer, families flock by the hundreds to...

May 28, 20195 min read

Life Lessons – Conducted by Quincy Jones

First, yes, I know it’s been a while. Your girl has been buried under a rock with work. Plus, let’s be honest, you all know me well...

Dec 2, 20181 min read

Writing Challenge, Day 7: Favorite Villain

Day 7: Who is your favorite villain? This is easy. My favorite villain is Maleficent, hands down. Why? Because she played NO games. She...

Oct 24, 20187 min read

Jesus Take the Wheel….It’s Only Wednesday

Note: Yes, I am aware that this post was actually published on Thursday. Don’t @ me. It is the week before Halloween, and to say that it...