Now, A Stranger

I had originally realized the folly a month before making my decision. The landscape had changed. To be certain, we discussed what was unfolding, and he agreed he had messed up. My concern was his patterned behavior, and his seemingly lack of care for the situation. So, I began to launch my attack, blocking him…

Uplifted

A lot of what I witness now happens for two reasons – people do not change, and they hope you haven’t. My ex said this perfectly last night, and I couldn’t agree more, “people love their bullshit.” When you are unaware, haven’t healed and have no idea what’s going on, everything triggers you. People can…

I Admire Grade School Teachers

What profession do you admire most and why? I originally wanted to teach elementary school children, but unfortunately I have systemic lupus. I would have been sick often. I admire teachers the most because of the sacrifices they make in their strides to teach young people. It’s not just about the subjects, it’s also connecting….

Stereotypes Equal Ignorance

I see the realm of ignorance hasn’t broaden. This is a touchy topic, but let’s talk about it. African Americans and other people of color stereotype their own people, constantly. My recent experience is proof many do not want to shed the bullshit. I have namely been classified as “white washed,” because I listen to…

Imitation is the Sincerest Form of Flattery…

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery that mediocrity can pay to greatness.” -Oscar Wilde Always give credit where credit is due. She didn’t think I’d notice…I follow her… I’d given her hair advice, and she said not a word. I thought nothing of it. Going through my profile is wild. All women do it….

Age Old

To you this slightly uninteresting – maybe even unimportant. Pointless, if you will. I’m sharing it because it’s apart of who I am. I have been doing hair, of all types and styles since I was 15, with no former training. It’s just a gift. I had one trip to the salon for what are…

How Delectable

Amazon Vine shows me wonderful things, sometimes already loaded on my recommendations. Sometimes I stumble across things on my own. Everyone else pilfers through the first three pages – I don’t think they go past that. I click on descriptions and don’t always settle for availability or pictures. There is a lot to see throughout…

Dark Femme – Hidden

Barely entering a coffee shop, several people look up and watch me. I’m nervous, and I hate conversations. People prod to see how far they can get. If they can’t break past my defenses, I’m a bitch. Or not worth it I just want coffee. I nervously look up at the menu, biding my time…

Getting Back on Track

A lot has happened this year that has my household reeling, except that I also don’t want to forget what got me here in the first place. Taking my time. I’m guilty of thinking I can remove chunks of time to get to a destination faster. But I spent the majority of my life doing…