I recently attended a screening of 12 Years a Slave, a movie that is receiving significant Oscar buzz and accolades from many film critics. From nods to the director’s brilliance, to rave reviews of the performances given by Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender and guest appearance by Brad Pitt, this will be the talk of the… Read more »
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On Turning 36: Embracing Getting Older When the World Says Otherwise
I am 36 today. That is a scary statement for many people (women especially) but I actually feel great about 36. I remember how turning 36 was portrayed in one of my favorite shows from back in the day, Sex and the City. It was not positive to say the least and seeing it in… Read more »
The #Minimalist Guide to Living a Greener Life
As the summer heats up, we all like to go out, enjoy the warm weather and be enveloped in the beauty that is nature. Ever wonder about your individual impact on said nature? It can be a bit overwhelming to think about how our consumerism is having an effect on the planet. From climate change to packed landfills,… Read more »
Open Up The Door and I’ll Get It Myself: “Leaning In” for Women of Color
I don’t want nobody To give me nothingOpen up the doorI’ll get it myselfThese are the lyrics to one of James Brown’s hits from way back when and they still ring true for many of us trying to be successful today. I thought of this song as I looked at my copy of “Lean In” by… Read more »