I’ve always said that my private life was not for public consumption. I can’t say that I’ve never posted a picture of myself and my significant other on social media but I never tag it with words letting the world know that he’s my Boo. I let the outside wonder. It’s just safer that way.…
I recently started working for an African America publication and one of the first leads I received for a story was about African Americans who were picked to head historically white organizations. I immediately asked myself, is this newsworthy because black men were picked to hold positions traditionally held by white men or is this…
After we stuff all the turkeys, wrap all the gifts and scream “Happy New Year,” there is one more holiday we usually celebrate before the season of spring. It’s Valentine’s Day. Once a schoolboy’s playground for sending out romantic gestures—such as “pick me” or “kiss me” in the form of colorful heart-shaped candy—has now become…
I don’t think I told you guys that I am now co-hosting a new weekly Christian blogtalk show called Spiritually Speaking. We recently discussed the topic of Christian behavior. One of the things brought up was the attire many women select to attend church services. I’d like to expound. I have no problem with casual…
“Hush chile,” as my grandmother used to say. We all know that individual who talks to much. Actually, with the invention of social media I’ve encountered a lot of people who talk too much. Individuals who share their personal business and that of others on a medium that just about anyone can see. Do I…
I’m 38 today and so grateful to be alive. It’s been a challenging year, but I really have nothing to complain about: I feel good, I look good, I’m happy, I’m healthy, I’m financially stable and I have wonderful people who love me in my life! Thank you Jesus! I used to do something called…
