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Let me be clear, not one tear will be shed over Justine Damond, not by me, not by anyone like me. When news broke of a woman killed by the police, I instantly thought another black person was slain. I…
Read moreLet me be clear, not one tear will be shed over Justine Damond, not by me, not by anyone like me. When news broke of a woman killed by the police, I instantly thought another black person was slain. I…
Read moreOk so look, Right now- text your moms and ask her where she was last Friday. If she takes too long to text back, it was probably her behind me at the Jon B and Silk concert at Ballpark Village…
Read moreWhether it’s cut, weaved, curled, shaved, natural, dyed, or laid to the side, your style of hair is your statement to the world. It’s your crown of glory and some may even argue that it’s your identity. There’s nothing wrong…
Read moreFashion is whatever you want it to be. I don’t believe there are any boundaries; like in any form of art. – Leland Lambert From the runway to the big screen, St. Louis’s own Leland Lambert has certainly captured his dreams…
Read moreToday was a horrific day for me. I was shot 60 times and lived. I lost all of my limbs and I cant take care of my children. I wont be able to work my $7.25/hour job, so I wont…
Read moreHoney’s Child Boutique newest 2017 swim and resort wear collection for the curvy girl is phenomenal! No need to sit poolside covered in that T-shirt anymore. Honey’s Child Boutique has the premier styles and curvy sizes. Beautiful one piece and two…
Read moreMy nearest and dearest always hear me talking about being present. It is so easy to zone out while you are spending time with your spouse, boyfriend, girlfriend, friends, family, coworkers, etc. You can drift off into space and/or start…
Read moreMy friends and family know that I prefer not to go to chain restaurants. I like to patronize local businesses. When my husband and I decided to try BJ’s Brewhouse, we did not know it was a chain. There is…
Read moreAn Evening with MARY J. BLIGE for Strength of a Woman Tour (St. Louis, MO) – Iconic Grammy Award-winning singer songwriter Mary J. Blige will bring her Strength of a Woman Tour to the Fabulous Fox Theatre on Wednesday, September…
Read moreMOTIVATIONAL – Black men are pretty much told for the duration of our lives that “Nothing you do is ever gonna be enough“. No matter what you achieve, doesn’t matter if you are smart, doesn’t matter how talented you are…
Read moreIn the 30 for 30 doc, “Broke” ESPN dives deep into the world of pro athletes that had issues managing their money. Consequentially, they end up well-broke. Keith McCants, a former football player blew 7 mil on a yacht, a…
Read moreMOTIVATIONAL – Do you ever wonder why you believe what you believe? I am not speaking of just religious beliefs. I am speaking of beliefs you may have about yourself. What is a belief you have about yourself that is…
Read moreWhen someone mentions Orlando, FL, most think about Walt Disney World, Mickey Mouse, sunshine, etc. The first thing that comes to my mind is Boston Lobster Feast! OMG! I am not a huge fan of buffets. Some of my nearest…
Read moreEvery year, the most cultured and anticipated music festival arrives in New Orleans, Louisiana. Coined as the “Party with a Purpose”, artists and supporters the same gather in the city to celebrate, embrace, and live it up for the weekend long event. The…
Read moreDELUX EATS – I am scared to admit how many times I have been to Max & Erma’s. They have two locations– St Peters and Lake St Louis. The staff at both locations know me too well. I usually shy away from…
Read moreAs a rapper Jay-Z is trash to me. Wu Tang with the exception Method Man is also trash to me. Nas picks the worst beats I have ever heard in my life, and Kendrick Lamar is overrated. I’ve searched far…
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