“Many are called but few are chosen.” The thought came to mind as I looked out of the window and saw a busy street, buildings with signs lit up in blue, red and white. I glanced at the trucks driving by and the cars coming through the drive through. I leaned forward a little and […]
A long time ago, back in 09, I sat in my black ’03 Volvo on a Friday night and cried. It was given to me by my mother after she upgraded. This particular night, my car was more than just my transportation, it was my altar. I had just finished having sex with […]
When I was a child, I spoke like a child. I played like a child. I even thought like a child. I thought about childish things; like rainbows and muddy puddles. I danced all day to the Barney sounds until middle school because I just couldn’t let them go. I even played with dolls and […]
If you found you’ve created something special for a specific group of people, you are not alone. You are one of a billion others who have created a product or service for the people who know need you. Now, all you have to do is find them. Here are just a few thoughts […]
5 BLack Women Entrepreneurs Under 35 While the world of entrepreneurship is diverse in many aspects, statistics show that it is mainly dominated by men. Aside from having to compete with the male dominated market, women must also learn to balance motherhood,marriage and many other responsibilities alongside chasing their dreams of owning a business. Becoming […]
Recently I read an article with the simple headline “Kanye considering starting a church.” I immediately thought I must ask my friends about this and see what they think. I sent a text to 4 people 3 of them engaged and the views were diverse and well thought out. They talked about his ability to […]
Some say, art is simply an imitation of reality – be it a painting of a nature scene or the story of a young girl finding her way home on a road paved with gold. Whether we watch movies for the entertainment or for the opportunity to see ourselves depicted on screen, there is no […]
Every year, individuals spend thousands of dollars on publishing a book before having sold one copy. While professional publishers are valuable, they can be a heavy strain on your pockets. This easy 5 step guide will help you publish your first book on a budget.
Fern Johnson is a proponent for change when it comes to women of color in professional spaces. Her humble beginnings give her the drive to keep going even when it isn’t always easy to do so. Fern dropped out of high-school at 17 in response to her father’s sudden death and moved in with her […]