"But I chose to own MY truth." As a kid my dad would drill into us the importance of always telling the truth. Tell the truth, tell the truth, tell the truth. Honestly, I didn't always want to hear that because well, lying is easier. At least that's what you think as a kid.... Continue Reading →
Why Your Horrible Attitude Keeps You From Getting Ahead
You own your own car, have your own place, are an independent woman, and you're cute as hell. On the outside, you have it all together. But really, you have a rotating door of friends, you can't keep a man, you spend a lot of time alone, you can't figure out why your life isn't... Continue Reading →
Saying No And Why It’s Good For Your Soul
Really, I think the problem started way before I arrived at her “spa”. It started when I did not interview her properly. Ask her the questions that I needed to know. It started when I did not listen to my intuition. I can’t tell you how many times I did not listen to my intuition... Continue Reading →
In The City: Summer Fun in VA
During the week of the fourth, I had the opportunity to spend some time with family in Hampton. We always love traveling to see them because we get to go to the beach- oh and we love them a lot too. This trip was different as we spent more time beach hopping. The first beach... Continue Reading →
I Wanna Be Free Like Jill Scott!
Listening to Jill Scott is my medicine. Her songs are my love potion. Her lyrics give me life. The words are like attending a spoken word event on steroids. Just like every woman who has ever loved, her heart is pure and her emotions spill from her soul. Her voice is flawless. When she sings,... Continue Reading →
In the City: Mezcalito’s
I am super excited to share with you a new restaurant that I visited last week. I love finding restaurants with amazing food, drinks and service and this visit proved to be a winner in my professional opinion. Mezcalito's Cocina and Tequila Bar in Grant Park totes a wide variety of tequila options and delicious... Continue Reading →
Everybody Should Have a Fall Back Career!
"My mom had the best fall back career talents. She managed to make ends meet doing things she loved." Growing up, I admired my mom for having talents that made our life better and easier. In my eyes, she was born to thrive and accomplish things that most people considered impossible. My mom transformed... Continue Reading →
I’m Not Crazy!
"Even as a writer I'd be ashamed to put it on paper because I didn't want people to think that I was crazy. But what I've learned is that my battles are never for me." I'm a big advocate for healthy mental health within the African American community. Unfortunately, we tend to stick with... Continue Reading →
To Weave or Not To Weave
As I was preparing to go on vacation with my husband, I debated as to whether I should have my hair styled and wish for the best or get a weave so that I would have little to no concern for styling my crowning glory. As I weighed the options, I thought about the one... Continue Reading →
Morning Motivation- Positive Thinking Can Change Your Life
It only takes a moment out of your day to stop, refocus, and remember the things that you should be grateful for. Check out my article on http://www.kimberlyelise.com and see 4 Practical Ways to Think Positive & Have More Joy ~Tamara


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