For my friends who know nothing about Black Greek fraternities and sororities, you may be seeing a lot of posts during this time celebrating the establishment of these organizations. I am a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, and today marks 114 years of service to all mankind. I’m going to speak for myselfContinue reading “First and Finest”
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The Gift of Sharing
A few months ago, I was in the midst of planning an event that turned out even better than I imagined, but it took a mental toll on me. You know who placed the most pressure on me? Me. “What if something goes wrong? It would be the worst thing ever,” so I thought. “WhatContinue reading “The Gift of Sharing”
I’m Done!
Over the course of my life I have had to move on from relationships that I realized weren’t mutually beneficial. In some cases it was obvious. I’m not talking about friendships with those that I don’t always talk to, because when we talk, we can pick up where we left off. In this case, I’mContinue reading “I’m Done!”
Holiday Fashion Tips
A few weeks ago I shared that I went to a ball and was ecstatic that I wore a gown that was comfortable and stylish at the same time. Even though the Omicron variant is here, I feel that we will still be celebrating at holiday parties, so it’s time for some tips on howContinue reading “Holiday Fashion Tips”
Feeling Fancy
Last night I attended a formal affair and put on a fancy dress. The best part about that particular dress is that I wasn’t worried about having to hold in my stomach the whole night. I didn’t think much about this 10 or even five years ago. Keeping weight off in older age is indeedContinue reading “Feeling Fancy”
Are You Interview Ready?
I’ve shared my opinion on homecoming and prom dresses, but after a recent experience, I’d like to share some ideas about how to dress for interviews. The pandemic has caused us to be a bit more casual, but when it comes to interviewing for a new job or opportunity, take into account that you wantContinue reading “Are You Interview Ready?”
Who Set the Standard?
Years ago when I was working in the library in college, one of my coworkers said to me, “You’re pretty for a Black girl.” I was taken aback. I don’t remember my response, but I took his statement to mean that I was pretty “even though” I’m Black. Over the years I’ve heard people sayContinue reading “Who Set the Standard?”
In Memory of Lou
My mother, Lou Hattie, would be 80 years old on October 21 had she lived. Around this time every year, I find myself thinking of her and the things she taught me. I have lots of pictures of her, but unfortunately iPhones weren’t around then so I don’t have any videos of her, but sheContinue reading “In Memory of Lou”
Sick Days Don’t Always Mean Sniffles
A couple of months ago I did a thing. I used an old fashioned sick day. I didn’t have a fever, a runny nose, or anything physical. I was just tired. We need to legitimize taking a sick day if we just aren’t feeling it. I don’t make a habit of using sick days. IContinue reading “Sick Days Don’t Always Mean Sniffles”
A Firm Foundation
As I get older, it is proving to be more difficult to stay at my fighting weight. In fact, I would love to be a good 20 pounds lighter than I am now. I used to be able to eat a whole bag of Cheez-its and not give it a second thought (that wasn’t anContinue reading “A Firm Foundation”
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