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…
The single lady Thanksgiving style guide 2016
It's that time again for Thanksgiving, a time to get together with friends and family, enjoy food, fellowship and be off for a couple of days. I wanted to put…
3 reasons why Trump’s win may be the wake up call we needed
Y’all, I don't get up at 5:30 am for anything but Jesus and a plane flight. So when I woke up this early I had issues on my heart that…
When it comes to marriage start right, not quickly
This post is part of the Journey to 30 series. I had the privilege of interviewing Myrlande Desulme, blogger sis from iWaitedblog.com and a minister residing in Miami, Florida. We…
Ciara gives us a lesson in living unapologetically happy in 2016
Happy Birthday to my fellow October baby, Ciara! On her special day she announced her pregnancy with hubby Russell Wilson: And immediately people were all over the Internet putting out…
No bowing down: Are you a modern day Mordecai?
By Lynette Easter As I pick up from where I left off last month, we find out just a little bit more about the person who had the greatest impact…
