What I've Been Reading Lately

Well, it’s Friday. A lot of our US-based readership will be enjoying a 3-day weekend.  The weather’s getting warmer, the days are getting longer and melon’s in season. I thank the stars for the technology that allows us to watch shows online – including the file sharing sites. It’s pretty [...]

Womanly Words Of Wisdom: Audrey Hepburn

“Nothing is impossible, the word itself says ‘I’m possible’!”

Audrey Hepburn

Your Goal For The Week, Month, Year & Life!

I’ll add this to specify how we want to be part of something meaningful, that adds value, fulfills our creativity, lifts our spirits,  brings inner peace, teaches us how to be our best, encourages authenticity and more…

When 'Feminist' Sites Use The 'Plight' Of Black Women (In This Case Regarding TV Show Scandal) To Fuel White Dominance

Wasn’t that Season 2 Finale of Scandal a jaw-dropper!! They added a whole, extra layer to daddy issues and Liv’s secret family connection Superpowers, didn’t they? Well, we’ve got all summer to TRY to digest that revelation.

In analyzing the projected images of black women in the media, something popped [...]

Today's Empowerment Message Is Brought To You By The Letter 'S'

You learn something new every day if you’re open. I’ve been re-evaluating my own happiness quotient which I’ve shared a little bit here. I was also doing some reading on confidence, which can mean something as simple as expecting a positive outcome. Which can be difficult when we’re not sure of anything. Here’s [...]

Womanly Words of Wisdom: Laura Ingalls Wilder

What Is That Law About Equal And Opposite Reaction?

When I received the latest email list entry from Danielle LaPorte on embracing sadness, I smiled. You see, I recently wrote a blog post about taking a happiness shot. Like I said then, I don’t believe we can be “happy” 24/7. Sad or happy, they’re flip sides of the same coin. I wouldn’t [...]

Survival Of The Best-Prepared Rules The Day!

There’s a post over at Mashable asking who could survive Doomsday. If you’re living or congregating in majority-black neighborhoods you’re in the midst of a Zombie invasion — and Michonne won’t be coming to save you.

For everyone else, imagine your worst-case scenario and do everything in your power to prevent [...]

Did You Take Your Happiness Shot Today?

I’m Beta Testing the new site, “Happify” which offers scientific research and behavioral adjustments to diminish stress and hopefully give us coping mechanisms and a different outlook to feel more balanced  and joyful overall. Well, that’s my take on it since I don’t believe in cure-alls (whether it be chemical additives, sex, religion, [...]

Womanly Words Of Wisdom: Nina Simone

“Freedom is: No Fear!”

This might be pensive for those getting the a.m. feed, so watch it later when you can grab a quiet moment. You gotta admire songsmiths like Nina Simone, in one of her rare poignant moments on stage – after commanding respect of course!

We do each have [...]