28 DAYS OF BLACKNESS: BLACK WRITERS MATTER

This post is dedicated to the only bell that will keep ringing, bell hooks (1952-2021) Note to every Black writer whom will come across this space: Whether you blog, vlog, …

28 DAYS OF BLACKNESS: HBCU’s Still Matter

My dream school was Spelman College. I wanted to go there since I was 11. Now, yes, I am aware that Morehouse was across the street, but that is not …

28 DAYS OF BLACKNESS: The Power of Odi Draco

Follow: @mynamesuperlong on TikTok. He’s a blessing. When Black men are vulnerable, it is King level attractive! Speaking as one whom loved her father, misses him daily, is able to …

28 DAYS OF BLACKNESS: Still Trying To Be First

In 2022, we as a community are still experiencing firsts. Still. Experiencing. Firsts. Erin Jackson is the first Black woman to have won a Gold medal in speed skating in …

28 DAYS OF BLACKNESS—You Always Need An ‘AK’ To Spell Black

AK Brown – The Fashion Connector is a St. Louis based fashion innovator, who uses her platform to educate her audience through services, insight, and connections. As a 9-year industry …

28 DAYS OF BLACKNESS: Love Letter To Black Men Who Love Us Out Loud

For this one, I also want to shamelessly say ‘Thank You’ to my own Sgt. James Barnes. Happy Valentine’s Day, my love. And here is to many more. -JBH I …

28 DAYS OF BLACKNESS: STORYTELLING & “TRADITIONAL WOMEN”-VOLUME 2

Find Volume 1 of this book by clicking here to purchase on Amazon. As of this posting, you can see me read more of these LOVE OR WAR stories on …

28 DAYS OF BLACKNESS: The ‘Right’ Kind Of Black Girl

I have never considered myself a traditional woman–not by any means. Y’all should know that by now. -JBH It has only been since I have entered into these Fabulous 40’s, …

28 DAYS OF BLACKNESS: The 1619 Project

I am a fan of history. I am a super fan of Black history. With my own family history not being easily found or concrete, I through myself into the …

28 DAYS OF BLACKNESS: So For Us Podcast

This podcast is a hidden gem, and I am addicted. You should already be listening! This podcast can be found on Apple Podcasts and Google Play. You know we don’t …