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Writer’s Block & the Sharts – oh my!

Posted onMarch 16, 2015August 10, 2018AuthorRonda Lee

Writer’s anxiety induced an ungodly force of nature. I blame HBO Access. They announced their Writing Fellowship and like sheep for the slaughter of rejection, I hurried to transform novel into script. On the appointed day of submission, an omen (sharts) foretold my outcome. For Read More …

CategoriesCulture, Humor

Power of Forgiveness: Central Park Five

Posted onFebruary 16, 2015July 22, 2019AuthorRonda Lee

The story of the Central Park Five is an example of the worst miscarriages of justice – innocent citizens (teenagers) convicted. Five teenagers were falsely accused, demonized, and convicted of rape and assault. They served time in prison until DNA evidence proved their innocence. In Read More …

CategoriesArts, Culture, New York City, Politics, Race

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Winner of Gift Basket

Posted onSeptember 2, 2014July 1, 2017AuthorRonda Lee

Congratulations Mary Mougeot! You are the winner of the Ronda-isms 2014 Contest Gift Basket.

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My First HuffPost Post

Posted onAugust 11, 2014August 15, 2018AuthorRonda Lee

My first post to get published is a comedic take on my hair addiction to the creamy crack – a la Chris Rock. Not what I wanted for my maiden voyage, but I will take it. I do need your help. Social media numbers mean Read More …

CategoriesHair, Health, Humor, Lifestyle, Women

Hip-Hop & Art: Pollack – Basquiat – Banksy

Posted onJune 3, 2014August 20, 2018AuthorRonda Lee

Art adds value to our world as an expression of life. I do not always understand it, but I appreciate its various forms. Sometimes art imitates life. Other times art is a voice of the people. Such is the case with Jean-Michel Basquiat. Basquiat was Read More …

CategoriesArts, Culture, Music

My First Job – Human Body Shield and Pubic Hair

Posted onApril 17, 2014August 28, 2018AuthorRonda Lee

Don’t judge me. I was fourteen when this happened. That said, if a barking dog approaches and you are with me, every man for himself and God for us all!   In the spring of 1986, my family moved from the inner city of Chicago to Read More …

CategoriesCareers, Fashion, Weird

Sci-Fi’s Obsession with the Crucifixion & Resurrection – Part 2

Posted onApril 14, 2014April 27, 2019AuthorRonda Lee

 I. Star Wars Palm Sunday starts Holy Week. In Part 1, we visited the Garden of Eden as seen in the analogies with the movie Avatar. Like Adam and Eve’s fall from grace, darkness covered the world in Star Wars. Instead of fallen man, we Read More …

CategoriesCulture, Religion, Sci-Fi, TV-Film

Sci-Fi’s Obsession with the Crucifixion & Resurrection – Part 1

Posted onApril 8, 2014April 30, 2019AuthorRonda Lee

If you’re a sci-fi fan, you secretly harbor an obsession with Christ-like savior symbolism. It is nothing new. Throughout literature, many authors have given their protagonists “savior” complexes. In ancient civilizations, heroes were modeled after demigods and gods. In the perfect Greek tragedy, the hero Read More …

CategoriesCulture, Religion, Sci-Fi, TV-Film

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Powered for Endurance Part 3 featuring Mekka Don

Posted onMarch 3, 2014August 15, 2018AuthorRonda Lee

The last article in the Powered for Endurance series is published with Mr. Refined magazine. Part 3 features the journey of Mekka Don from attorney to rapper-entrepreneur. Mekka’s creativity, commitment to his craft, and respect for the growth process encourages me in my dream chasing. Read More …

CategoriesCareers, Culture, Dream Chasing, Inspiration, Music

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Powered for Endurance Part 2 featuring Marchello Lee

Posted onFebruary 24, 2014August 15, 2018AuthorRonda Lee

Part 2 of my endurance series for Mr. Refined Magazine is published. It features an interview with actor, Marchello Lee, from the recently released film Dreams.   Marchello’s journey shows that dreaming is only the first step. Patience and endurance are essential to make dreams Read More …

CategoriesArts, Careers, Culture, Dream Chasing, Inspiration

Body Image – Health Benefits of a Big Bum

Posted onOctober 31, 2013August 15, 2018AuthorRonda Lee

It’s official. A big bum is healthier for women. Don’t hate on me! The blokes at prim and proper Oxford University say so. I am curious what made the tweed clad mates at Oxford decide to study big bums? Who knew that Mr. Darcy and Read More …

CategoriesFashion, Health, Humor, Lifestyle, WomenTagsFeature

Something Scary

Posted onOctober 30, 2013August 15, 2018AuthorRonda Lee

For my regular readers, you know I am phobic/allergic to the “m” and “d” words (i.e. dating, marriage, motherhood).  Previous blog posts show my angst. Dating-Take Cover I had an anxiety/panic attack when I started dating this summer, that almost turned into catastrophe. Fortunately, he Read More …

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