"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 →
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 →
Michelle Obama- Mom, Wife, First Lady, Mentor
Listening to Mrs. Michelle Obama speak is inspirational, heart-warming, and just simply awesome. She has a distinct persona and voice. She wears her heart on her sleeve. As First Lady Michelle Obama prepares to make her exit from the White House, I’m proud to say she has inspired me to be the best version of... Continue Reading →
That’s Just My Baby Momma
"At some point you have to get yourself together for you and your children and become an admired lady; show these other young mother’s how to handle these situations like a boss!" All relationships can be challenging from time to time, adding a baby momma to the mix can make the relationship very challenging. First you... Continue Reading →
Who Says Marriage Doesn’t Last?
"We know that love is not enough, but mutual respect and communication are mandatory." If anyone has ever told you that marriage was easy, they lied! It’s the eve of my twentieth wedding anniversary and if you hear me say that it’s all been peaches and cream, just know that I’m lying too. But thankfully... Continue Reading →
Body Image: Interpreting Maya Angelou’s Phenomenal Woman
Body image has always been my issue. When I’m slim, I have no hips or ass. When I gain weight, my body turns into an interesting Sponge Bob sort of dimension. My boobs are loyal and remain not fazed by pounds going up or down. They love me so much; they’ve decided to hang out... Continue Reading →
AAMBC’s Urban Book Bash and Movie Premier of Secrets
A couple of weeks ago the ladies of CLS had the opportunity to attend the AAMBC’s Urban Book Bash. For those that don’t know, AAMBC stands for African Americans on the Move Book Club. Its founder and CEO, Tamika Newhouse, has grown AAMBC into one of the largest online book clubs today and has created... Continue Reading →
His Property, Naw!
He discretely and quietly protects his property No other man near or far His almond colored eyes pierce her soul Her heart pulsates to the sounds of nature’s movement She quickly gathers her conscious while maintaining a certain level of interest Her body remains whole He often tells her to surrender She says my body... Continue Reading →
What Should’ve Been Mine ~ Short Story
“Kenya, I can’t thank you enough for watching the kids. I was really in a pinch, but like the amazing sister you are, you’ve come through once again.” Kenya watched her big sister rush around her bedroom gathering and packing things for her last minute business trip. She watched with both admiration and jealousy. She... Continue Reading →
Scandal….
Every week, Thursdays to be exact we purposely tune in to watch the degradation of family. We intentionally watch nation wide as families are destroyed. Let me be specific and get down to the nitty-gritty. I am talking about the widely popular ABC show, Scandal. The whole "scandal" has been Olivia Pope sleeping with the... Continue Reading →


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