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I know I'm rather late with this posting...but better late than never, right? Anyhow, I just wanted to take the time out to share my thoughts on "Black Girls Rock". I thought it was amazingly classy & sophisticated ! The televised event was so professional. For the first time in a long time, I can say that BET did a wonderful job with the broadcasting of this event. I was especially moved when Ms. Iyanla van Zant gave her acceptance speech. When she said that Black Girls Rock because we have no other choice (paraphrasing), I just said out loud , "You better say that girl!" That's because she's right. We as Black Girls have been " Rockin '" since the beginning of time! We as Black Girls have been Rockin ' during as well as post slavery. For as long as I can remember, we have been strong sistahs doing whatever is necessary to survive and overcome various obstacles that may come our way. We have no other choice but to rock.

I titled this blog Morehouse Madness, because that's exactly what it is...Madness! I was listening to the Tom Joyner Morning Show this morning (10/12/2010) and the commentary by Jeff Johnson really struck a nerve! He talked about Morehouse's President responding to an article placed in Vibe Magazine regarding a "clique of gay students" at the Private Black University. Jeff also went on to say that this is the perfect opportunity to deal with the homophobic issues that seem to plague our community. Now, what struck a nerve in me is the fact that this particular group of students would have the audacity to do something like this. And before anyone jumps to conclusions and think that I am headed down judgmental road, let me just say that everything I am about to say is merely my own opinion! Let me repeat, this is just my opinion! The article also goes on to talk about Morehouse being "anti-gay" because of the banning of certain clothing being worn on camp

I know it's been a while since my last post, but I've been rather busy. So, I titled this post "Jamaica in July", because that's just it...I traveled to Jamaica in July. It was my very first time there, but definitely not my last! I had a blast! One of my best friends, a friend of hers, and a friend of her friend as well as myself left for Montego Bay, Jamaica on July 21, 2010. It was quite an experience. We hung out at the beach, went to Margaritaville, ate at the Jamaican Bobsled Cafe' several times, and mingled with a few of the locals. We also visited one of the flea markets amongst the hills along the Hip Strip. There was so much to choose from! The jewelry was very pretty. So, of course you know I had to bring some things back home. Anyway, I had a great time! The drinks at the Jamaican Bobsled Cafe' (I recommend a drink called the Ice Breaker) were really good! Also, a drink called Flaming Bob Marley @ Doctor's Cave Bar was good. We also attende

I am starting a group session called Sisterly Love . It's a group to build a better understanding within African-American relationships by opening the lines of communication and ultimately decrease statistical data. This group is also being started to restore strength, love, and unity within the African-American community. My main purpose for starting this group session is because my heart has been so heavy lately for young, Black men. There's so many of them incarcerated, and so many of our youth dying daily! Something has to be done! So, I figured if I could only get the women together to reclaim the family unity & structure. Although the man is considered the "Head of the household" and should be the one to reclaim that structure, I believe that we as women can truly have a significant influence on helping the men reclaim that structure and assume their rightful place as Husband, Father, and Leader. So, stay tuned for more information regarding Sisterly

Yes! I am excited this evening, because one of my associates has shown me a great location for our upcoming group session. I have decided to start a group session with others to discussion issues within the African-American community. We will discuss issues from relationships to single parenthood to marriage and anything else that may be bothering us or holding us back from growing as individuals and as a community collectively. Just in case some may think that this is being biased, racist, or stereotypical...I beg to differ, because this is just a way for individuals to get together and discuss and try to resolve issues. Eventually I'd like to see this group session grow into something bigger that includes men and women of all races. My main objective for doing this is to try and restore unity and love within the African-American community. So stay tuned for more updates.... Peace & Blessings!

I have decided to go natural. The last time I had a relaxer on my hair was the weekend of Valentine's Day. So its been 3 months & counting. I made the decision because I was tired of the chemicals from the relaxer on my hair. I am all about preserving the health of my hair, and I think my hair is so grateful for this decision. Now I wear it in a short curly or wavy Afro. I am really enjoying the versatility of going natural this way, because I can still straighten my hair every now & then with a flat iron. However, I wear it curly more than straight, because too much heat on the hair is not good. So stay tuned to see how much my hair is changing.

I have been working out for almost 5 weeks now. I have definitely noticed a difference in my body. I have more energy, and my back and sides have smoothed out. My main issue is my abs! It is so hard to get this "muffin top" to go down. My lower abdomen is ok . It's just the top part I'm having trouble with. So, this week and going forward, I will be kicking it up a notch. I have been doing Cardio exercises on Monday, Wednesday, & Fridays (20 minutes on treadmill, 20 minutes on bicycle, and 20 minutes on elliptical ). Then I've been doing strength training on Tuesdays & Thursdays (free weights, squats, crunches). However, this week I have kicked it up a notch. I do: 30 minutes on treadmill, 30 minutes on bicycle, & 30 minutes on elliptical . I also do more crunches sitting down and standing up. On top of that, I've started working out to my Kickboxing Cardio Blast DVD at home when I leave the gym. I am determined! I have started a c

Ever since I can remember, music has always been a lover of mine. Knowing now what I wish I knew back then, I would've taken some sort of music lessons. Unfortunately, I didn't. Music is just so universal! It speaks to us in many ways. If you have something to say but just don't quite know how to say it, music can speak for you. If you're feeling low, down & out...music can lift you up. If you're feeling happy, joyful, & full of energy, there's music for that as well. If you need to express your feelings of love, disappointment, or disgust to the significant other in your life...there's music for that too. Its funny how you could listen to a song and reflect back to when, where, who, what, and why. I think its because we've associated certain songs with certain times, incidents, or people in our lives, so its hard to forget some songs. I just wanted to take this time out to express how much I love music. I wake up with a song in my head, in

Today I watched the most recent episode of Fantasia for Real (vh1 Reality Show) online. I cried on several scenes. I cried when she was arguing with her father. I cried when her friend Santashia spoke to the kids at the shelter AND when she was talking to Fantasia afterwards. I cried when she hugged her mother and told her that she was done with her father. ...I just cried. I cried because I really feel her pain. She just wants to be understood and not taken for granted. So many people within her household depend on her. That's a lot for her to deal with, but by God's grace...she is coping, she will be ok. I also listened to her new single: "Even Angels". This is a beautiful song! I have listened to it over and over again. It really touches my heart in so many ways. I can relate on so many levels with this song. I cried tears of joy...while listening to this song because it reminds me of where I've come from and I think about where I am now (how far