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Confession: I Am Not a Strong Black Woman
I know that’s been a popular thing to say lately; usually by women who are Black and strong, but who no longer want to bear the burden of the weights they carry for other people. I, however, am not a strong Black woman. And I know this is a weird thing to say in public,…
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On Freedom
Yesterday was Independence Day and I found it really difficult to celebrate freedom when certain freedoms are being taken away. Regardless of my personal beliefs (or yours), freedom is essential. I’ll be back next week with something else to say. ♥
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Marie Benedict & Victoria Christopher Murray: The Personal Librarian
First, have you seen a picture of Belle da Costa Greene (Belle Marion Greener)? If not, take a look. Now, I don’t know about you, but I can immediately tell she is a Black woman. When I see pictures of Black people who passed as white in the early 1900s, I am amazed by the…
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Sometimes I Want to Throw All My Plants Away!
I’ve heard from several sources that women’s bodies change in their 30s. I’ve also heard how many women struggle with PMS symptoms. For a long time, I knew these things from somewhat of an outsider’s perspective… until I reached my 30s. But more specifically, I didn’t know how real it could get until the past…
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Acrylic Wall Calendar & Dry Erase Board DIY
When I bought and painted a new desk at the beginning of the year, I also ordered an acrylic sheet to put on top so I wouldn’t completely ruin the white paint. When I picked up the acrylic, the guy loaded two extra pieces into my car that I had no idea what to do…
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A Late Mother’s Day
My momma is my favorite person. She had to work Mother’s Day, so we decided to treat her this past Sunday. She and I spent some time at Ikea, then I sent her to get a pedicure while I cleaned out her car a bit. Even though she already had an appointment to get it…