The Other Mothers: The Village Reinforcements-Part I

There are those among us whom have not been graced with mothers whom are both healthy and attentive. There are those, much like myself, whom had a mother that worked …

I Get It From My Mama: Water, River & Life

  Langston hughes wrote a poem that likened life to a river–deep in some spots, shallow in others. I believe we all can find one way or another to liken …

July Book Review: WHITE LIKE HER

I heard of this story last year, and thought it incredible. Stories about passing are always fascinating to me. From Passing by Nella Larson to Devil In A Blue Dress …

Thank You: Being A (My) Mother’s Daughter

I tell my mother often, “Thank you.” When I tell her that, she looks at me as if I did something wrong. Then she asks, “What did you do?” or …

For The Needed And Necessary

Note from the Admin:  I know this month we are talking about men and their edifying. This bonus post is testimony of having  positive male role models, and the value …

The Day I Told My Daughters They Were Black

  It is no secret I am unapologetic in my blackness. I have been since I found out there were powerful Queens that ruled ancient Egypt and Queen Nzinga was a real …