"Maybe it's just utter insanity. To consciously fall for someone who is emotionally unavailable." You ever do something and you know damn well that it's not right, but you do it anyway? My girlfriends and I spend a lot of time talking about love and relationships. And one thing that we discuss often is falling... Continue Reading →
The Jessicas Are Winning- How The Underdogs Are On Top
"Intelligence + Opportunity + Willingness to take a risk and invest in yourself." Early 2000s brought us a bunch of pop music- very bubble gum tinged pop music. If you could sift through, you could find a few artists that were actually talented. I always liked Jessica Simpson. She was unapologetically herself. Gorgeous and my... Continue Reading →
It’s Been Six Months Already…..
Confession: I started CLS in the midst of a lot of change in my life. My marriage was ending, I was suddenly a single mother of two kids with challenges, and I had minimal support. I had to quickly figure out everything on my own. It was not at all where I expected to be... Continue Reading →
Does Every Month Have To Be An Awareness Month?
"Realize that none of us are immune from any of it. Learn what you can and give what you can." The end of September brings to close Sickle Cell Awareness Month. October ushers in Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month. With November we’ll welcome National Diabetes Awareness Month and Health Awareness Month.... Continue Reading →
Perfect Couples and Model Families: Shit is Not What it is Cracked Up To Be
"So when you see your friend post pics of her and her boo taking a trip to a beautiful island far away, know that they are dealing with real relationship challenges like you and I." The world of social media has turned out to be a blessing and a curse. On one side of the spectrum... Continue Reading →
Monday Motivation- Don’t Grant The Devil Access
"You may have recognized the lesson, but you have not passed the test." Sometimes it gets difficult to understand why things aren't changing in life. Why you continue to choose the same man over and over again. Why there continues to be the same turmoil and stress. Why nothing seems to move forward. You... Continue Reading →
Overcoming Anxiety
"Motherhood definitely contributed to heightened anxiety in the twenties and thirties. And with each addition to the family, the anxiety grew as well." According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of American, more than 6.8 million people are affected by general anxiety disorder (GAD). Individuals affected by this condition experience excessive anxiety and worry, often expecting the... Continue Reading →
Dating: Are You Approachable?
"The reality of the situation is- You are not approachable." Sitting with your friends at a cafe or a bar, everyone is dressed to impress and is ready to have a good time. After a good time out, you are on your way home when you realize that no one asked you for your number.... Continue Reading →
Black Angels
Trayvon Martin, Philando Castile, Eric Garner, Kevin Scott , Sandra Bland, Jordan, Terrence Crutcher, Michael Brown, Dontre Hamilton, Sean Bell, John Crawford, Ezell Ford, Dante Parker, Tanisha Anderson, Akai Gurley, Tamir Rice, Rumain Brisbon, Jerame Reid, Tony Robinson, Phillip White, Eric Harris, Walter Scott, Freddie Gray, Alton Sterling, Keith Childress, Bettie Jones, Kevin Matthews, India... Continue Reading →
My Double D Fraternal Twins
Having Double D’s has ups and downs. Literally. Growing up, it was a badge of honor to have big boobs. Friends, family and random women would say, “girl you are so blessed to have big boobs.” Often times, I would smile, say thank you with clinched teeth. But the truth was, damn these bubbles are... Continue Reading →


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