PhotoSource I lost my job this month. I’ve put in four years, a few tears, a countless amount of heart and dedication, and walked away without even my full last paycheck, (Good lookin out, heffa). It’s nothing more than ironic that just a few weeks ago, I spoke on this very blog about what it […]
God…Stop Laughing…Hey, for real…What’s so funny, Man? Read More »
Somewhere, somebody is drinking Moscato, listening to “I Invented Sex”, and getting knocked up. Beautiful. What’s not beautiful? They’re probably about 17 years old. What the hell, colored folk? I remember a time when grown-folk music was more than just the title of someone’s album. Grown folk music was meant for…well,…grown folk. Now, I guess
A "Got to Do Better" Moment. Read More »
I’m a supporter of the vision that our community is not beneath others in the fact that we too can and do have strong, healthy and prosperous families. Aside from the banter I keep up here on the BBE, I am also a writer for ChocolateBrides.com, the premiere resource for brides of color. Yup, that’s
Chocolate Brides Weekend 2010! Read More »
Dear God, I’m sorry I haven’t returned your phone calls. I have no right to expect so much and communicate so little. I know that we talk all day on and off, but I have to devote some time to you specifically because you are so worth it. You stop what you’re doing and give
Sometimes in the struggle, we have to remind ourselves… Read More »
Every couple of weeks, I do a google search for African American Infertility resources. I try a few different ways, (I’m a librarian, I’m hip to the keyword search), and every month I come up with nothing. But I KNOW, I can’t be the only chick waving this flag. So, here’s what I’m asking. I
Dear Thanksgiving, I would love to have a great day with you. However, I feel there are some general guidelines I should provide you with to ensure that we have a good meeting today. Please refrain from smiling in my face, leaning on one leg, gently touching me on my shoulder and uttering, “So, what
