AFROS AND LOCS AND BRAIDS, OH MY!!!!

hair matters to Black people, a lot. it is more than simple maintenance. it is a statement. expression. some people cut their hair or do whatever to their hair JUST for convenience. or JUST because it got longer. the average Black person (specifically a Black woman or Black man with longer hair) has 2 3 … Continue reading AFROS AND LOCS AND BRAIDS, OH MY!!!!

appreciation.

we often times forget how GREAT someone is because of how close we are. how accessible that person is to us. because we see that person daily or monthly or because we've known them for years. and great is an understatement. get out of that mentality. you have some exceptional talented friends. like, dope, ride … Continue reading appreciation.

The Man Who Has Everything.

part 1. Christmas is tomorrow and the age old question "what should i get so and so..." is roaming. but what do you get the man who has everything? i was at work and a lady asked everyone what we were thankful for. they had specific responses. that's cool. when i was asked, my answer … Continue reading The Man Who Has Everything.

what’s beef?

these cats don't know what beef is. people think beef is not liking someone. thinking beef is mutually respecting someone but acting the opposite when you get in the court or booth. thinking beef is IF you cross this line, it's a wrap but if you don't, it's all good. although i clearly see you … Continue reading what’s beef?

i am not your slave.

i am not your slave. i will not have you do for me what i can do for myself. i will not allow you to have control over me. my mind. my soul. my body. i am not your slave. i will not allow you to use me. you will not beat my body up … Continue reading i am not your slave.