This month, CLS is excited to share with you a phenomenal woman doing some amazing work. Jessica Holter, founder of Punany Poets, has created a platform in which the topics of sex and sexuality can be explored in a creative way. What is Punany? Punany is sex with the lights on. Her events bring together... Continue Reading →
Being Black and Gay in America ~ Part II
Part I If you somehow missed the first part of my candid interview with award winning author, J’son (Lee) Green on his life as a black, gay man in America, I urge you to read it now- Part I. If you’ve already read it then I know you’re anxious for the conclusion of this... Continue Reading →
Vegetarian of NOT!
Chicken, pork, beef, fish, and processed meats landed on our table accompanied by the best side dishes and sweets that should’ve graced the pages of best-selling cookbooks. Meats were deep-fried, pan-fried, sautéed, baked and eaten with the perfect amount of seasonings to warm the heart of any true meat lover. I am a side dish... Continue Reading →
Women and Shoes Magazine
Did you know that our sister blog is Women and Shoes Magazine? Ms. Jai and Sarah Schroka are pretty damn amazing! They have insightful content on fashion, beauty, and current events. And don't forget to check out some of the interviews done by yours truly! One of my favorite interviews was with Keke Wyatt.... Continue Reading →
Blog Rewind: For All Of You Taking Advice From Memes For Your #relationshipgoals
Part of the problem is that many of us are too willing to live these ghetto fairy tales (self included). You know ladies, the one where your boo who is a bit rough around the edges comes along, he falls for you despite his tough exterior, and you are able to love him just... Continue Reading →
When Cancer Comes Home
"That mass came back and it's malignant." My phone rings and I see that it's my grandma. I happily answer "Hey mama!" She said "Hey sugar lump." But her voice was different. Something was off. She immediately started with "You know me and you talk everyday. I've already told my children and now I want... Continue Reading →
Being Black and Gay in America ~ Part I
"Stacey, I think I’ve always known I was different." A couple of years ago I attended a literary event in Ashville, North Carolina. There was a gentleman there by the name of J’son (Lee) Green. I sat in a seminar he facilitated and had a chance to meet and speak with him afterwards. I found... Continue Reading →
Women- Light, Life, Magic
"But that could be me dreaming. That could be me and my ideas and my love for women and all things feminine. That could be me believing in our power." I found this photo on Instagram and was immediately captivated. I sent it to my closest girlfriends with a message: Just in case you... Continue Reading →
Punany Poets- CLS Exclusive
This month, we will be treated to a showing with the Punany Poets! As we countdown to the show, we want to share some of what we will enjoy when we go! Keep posted on all of the CLS Exclusive posts on Punany Poets! We will be doing a giveaway at the end of the... Continue Reading →
Off Limits- Why I’m Making Sure That I’m No Longer Tangible
"I end up asking myself "Why did I pick up the phone?" or "Why does this person even have my number?" I was told once by my fairy godmother (yes, I have one) that one day I would wake up and acknowledge who I really am. She described me as a ray of sunlight and... Continue Reading →


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