The Various States of Freedom

Posted by & filed under Atlantic, beach, iguana, Kinfolk Magazine, natural hair, ocean, Puerto Rico, Rio Grande, St. Regis, transition, vacation.

For the past four days, my husband and I took a much-needed break from the day to day. We traveled to Rio Grande,  Puerto Rico for rest, relaxation, and reflection. For this trip, I was determined to do a couple of things: meditate, reconnect with nature, be silent, be still, be grateful, be fun, and… Read more »

The Importance of the Voting Rights Act Revisited

Posted by & filed under African American, alabama, American, college, discrimination, legislation, literacy tests, poll tax, racism, rights, Shelby County, teacher, The Voting Rights Act of 1965, Voting, women's history month.

In honor of Women’s History Month, I have asked my father to share another guest blog giving his personal perspective on the power of voting and what it means to people of color and women. But especially, what it meant to his mother and how her impact is still felt today. Enjoy and learn! Recently,… Read more »

Tuesday with Tea and Snow in Chicago: A Photo Essay

Posted by & filed under Chicago, coffee, morning, photo essay, ritual, snow, south side, storm, tea, Tuesday, Washington Park.

My day today started with plotting my adventure to get into the office while fighting the impending winter storm warning. I needed a bit of a push so I reached for my “special” blooming tea this morning. Drinking tea is my morning ritual and similar to some coffee addicts, I get a jones for my… Read more »