Black Love Role Models: Peter and Jameela
Black Love Role Models continues with my first international couple profiled on the blog! Peter and Jameela, both under 30, have been together for seven years. The Alberta, Canada residents…
Black Love Role Models: Randy and Michelle Thames
This post is part of the Black Love Role Models series Happy February! I’m excited to kick off February and Black History Month with our annual Black Love Role Models…
Forever Mood: “Faith on Fleek”
This post is part of the Journey to 30 series. Photo via wocintechchat.com By Christian Cashelle As my twenties come to a close, I am beginning to do a lot more…
How far will anger take you?
By Lynnette Easter As we continue into the new year, I would like for us to take a brief look at the crux of Esther’s fate: the decree. Afterwards, I’d…
Prentice Powell on fatherhood, heartbreak & healing through poetry
Photo (L to R: Prentice Powell, friend Shaunte B., myself and K-Love) by TC Photography Solace Souls Coalition & Open Mic is a coalition of artists from Chicago and surrounding…
Self Care: “Me Dates” are essential in 2017
This post is part of the Journey to 30 series. Self care is one of the best things that you can practically do for yourself throughout the year. Self care…
7 practical ways to live out Kwanzaa’s principles all year long
(Photo: Yortel Photography) Now that the celebration of Christmas has come to a close, many in the African American community look forward to another December holiday...New Year's. Yeah, I don't…
Black Love is a masterpiece at the Harlem Fine Arts Show
The Harlem Fine Arts Show made its way back to Chicago this year with an opening night full of art fans and entrepreneurs alike. I met so many creatives and…
Wrath or wisdom: what’s your response to disrespect?
By Lynnette Easter In October, we saw how Mordecai stayed on task by remaining true to his religious beliefs as he served in the position he held. We now extend…
