2020 was supposed to be the year of elevation. And, um, yeah, it feels like we’ve been in COVID-19 limbo for ages, but take this time to transform yourself. While you’re at chillin’ at home, take time to embrace the life that you want to live. It may mean losing weight, it may encompass watching […]

I’m still in the mood for all things black. Blackity black. Bliggity black. Black on black on black. But, I’m craving color. Craving color in a black and white world, with all hues being celebrated for their beauty, their vibrancy and their uniqueness. And, I’m not talking race r/t ethnicity. Please, let’s exit out of […]

I made a promise to myself that I would make 2020 a year set on making myself uncomfortable. I pledged to myself that I would embrace the uncertainties, bask in nervous fear and, ultimately, overcome any and every obstacle that has kept me from leveling up. And, if you don’t already know, this includes being […]

For the longest time, I was hesitant to showcase my femininity. I refused to wear dresses, I cringed at flashing any hint of my curves and I was convinced that my internal strength and intellectualism would be my saving grace. Yet, I started to become too masculine. I almost neglected my standard beauty routine, I […]

These past few days have been daunting. My heart has been heavy. My mind has been held captive. Yesterday, I could barely even stay focused to complete simple tasks at work. With COVID-19 as the backdrop, we have also witnessed privilege at its finest, a domino effect has taken place: from the Ahmaud Arbery fiasco […]

I have many fond memories of my grandmother, Essie Lee Campbell. She was an industrious and God-fearing woman with a heart of gold. She made certain that her family was cared for, on every level, from finances to keeping meals on the table. She was a leader. She was a visionary. she had the ability […]

The other day, I cried. Hard. Like, the ugly cry. Think Kim Kardashian vibes. All the external stressors of my life came to an excruciating head. And, I let it all loose in the privacy of my car. Runny nose, sniffling, the whooping noise: the works. It was an unhinged moment for me. But, it […]

Sistahs, how ya’ll feel? Brothas, ya’ll alright? My God is too good! Let me tell you. It has been a rollercoaster of a week. First, start things off by addressing the elephant in the room… I went viral! Now, before you say anything, all of this was totally unexpected. I literally sat down in my […]

Erykah Badu and Jill Scott are both legends. Honestly, I had no intention of entering their Instagram Live “battle” with the idea of choosing a side, I simply wanted to indulge in the mere presence of two of the greatest storytellers of my lifetime. I wanted to feel their auras, gain some of their strength […]

As part of my personal metamorphosis continues into my 30s, I have found that I live for shopping more consciously. If you haven’t discovered my love for thrifting, you can read more about my obsession here. I admit, thrifting does have it perks, yet my current wardrobe needs are calling for more refined items, moreso […]