As the wedding of His Royal Highness Prince Harry to American Meghan Markle approaches, it seems the whole world is fascinated. Meghan Markle’s biracial heritage, particularly having an African-American mother, Doria Radlan, has been the focus of many. However, is it surprising that one of Read More …
For Black History Month, I focused on reclaiming black family, black love, sisterhood and brotherhood. My goal was to change the narrative and show that although there are heroes of black history, the legacy continues with the modern black millennial family, fathers, and mothers. The Read More …
Art is therapeutic and can be used to restore a broken hearted to a healing heart. Valentine’s day can be a somber reminder of heartbreak or love lost. Enter artist Raub Welch. His artwork has exhibited worldwide and caught the eye of Oprah, who owns Read More …
If you seek the traditional black history story, you can read my article on Why America Needs Black History Month and America Lift Every Voice and Sing. This year for Black History Month, I am doing something different. Inspired by the Honorable Maxine Waters’ “reclaiming Read More …
For the ultimate in elegance and luxury, a wedding planner can be a fairy godmother for the bride-to-be. Regina Brooks, founder of Regine Danielle Events, has taken the wedding industry by storm. I interviewed Regina to discover the secrets to her success. Regina Brooks has Read More …
On It’s Not You It’s Men, Rev. Run always ends with, “When you truly love yourself you take crap from no one.” As young girls, we are socialized to tie our happiness with a man. The princess or damsel in distress meets prince charming is Read More …
I am my father’s daughter. Father’s Day is quickly approaching and it is bittersweet. My mom used to make a big to-do over Father’s Day. My dad was already spoiled, but on this day he was treated even more kingly. My dad is no longer with Read More …
My greatest joy is being Auntie Ronda. At a young age, I figured that I probably would not fall in love or have kids. I decided to be the self proclaimed “world’s greatest auntie.” My mission was to enhance their lives, loving them as my Read More …
Love Addiction Your smell intoxicates me. Your arms provide strength and comfort. Your eyes see my soul. Your smile brightens my day. Your lips oh your lips….My addiction begins anew. Love DeTox A stranger walked by and I instantly dislike him. He was wearing your Read More …
I want to apologize to everyone that has chased after love. In my post, “Dating Take Cover,” I said that I did not come to NYC for love or fashion. I called both trivial pursuits. I marginalized and belittled those of you who believe in Read More …
A friend suggested a while ago that I write about dating. I had an outburst of laughter. If you’ve been reading the blog for any length of time, you’ve probably figured out that I have an issue with the “m” word – marriage and its Read More …
I have said in previous blogs that the greatest asset is that of people who genuinely love and trust you. Although I was not born into wealth, I was born into a family that overwhelmed me with love. I knew beyond a shadow of a Read More …