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There’s a kind of grief we don’t talk about. The kind that doesn’t come with flowers, sympathy cards, or casseroles. The kind that gets buried beneath eyelashes, deadlines, and “I’m fine.” It’s the grief of the modern woman—especially the woman of color—who is expected to keep showing up while silently falling apart. We’re praised for…
I was watching “I Am A Killer” on Netflix this morning, and a notorious drug dealer and murderer spoke about the many factors that contributed to his life of crime. He mentioned one of the most significant contributors was his ex-wife and lifelong partner. He blamed her for not challenging his ill-fated choices (Think Tasha,…
With International Women’s Day upon us, we do more than celebrate—we acknowledge, we honor, and we demand. This day is not just about recognizing how far we’ve come, but about confronting how far we have yet to go. It is a moment of deep reflection, truth-telling, and standing boldly in the light of the women…
For decades, the rich aroma of cigars has been synonymous with power, status, and tradition—a ritual often dominated by men in plush leather chairs and exclusive lounges. But Candace Dixon Ford is flipping the script, one perfectly rolled cigar at a time. As the powerhouse behind Ladies Love Cigars (LLC) and the visionary behind the…
Marriage is about partnership, but in the Black community, when a woman levels up, it can bring unexpected tension. We’ve been conditioned to see a man as the provider, the rock, the leader. But when she’s the breadwinner, what happens then? Too often, ego, outdated gender roles, and societal pressures creep in, making it hard…
Going back and befriending the very person who betrayed you is like handing them the knife and turning your back, hoping they won’t use it again. It’s not forgiveness—it’s permission. It tells them their betrayal had no real consequence, that they can hurt you, and you’ll still be there, accepting it like it was justified….
The sneaker industry has long been intertwined with the culture of Black defiance in the United States. Nike’s historic gamble on signing rookie NBA star Michael Jordan in 1984 was a key moment that transformed the fortunes of the company but also left an indelible mark on the broader landscape of sneakers and Black culture….
In every sunrise, every heartbeat, and every moment of quiet reflection, Black beauty shines—a luminous force that defies conventional definitions and reclaims the narrative of who we are. Our Blackness is not a label imposed upon us; it is an intrinsic, unapologetic expression of art, resilience, and spirit. Every hue, every curve, every nuance of…