I met my sis Majesticjune when I was working in radio. When she walked up to me she gave me the warmest hug and at that moment I knew we would be friends. This girl is so dope! Words cant even describe how talented she is and how she works to create quality events for … More Meet the Multi-talented Curator and Creative Majesticjune (@Majesticjune_)
DJ Big Cali is one of my favorite Bay Area DJs. I had heard him DJ a few times at Liege in Oakland, but he became one of my favs when I heard him DJ at Roderick’s BBQ spot in Oakland for a Culture Junkie’s day party. He had the party so lit and played … More Meet DJ Big Cali (@Djbigcali)
A few months ago I decided I wanted to get blonde extensions. I ordered the hair, I was super excited and the person who was supposed to install it for me ended up not coming through. I panicked, because the week was about to start and my hair was looking a hot mess. I decided … More Meet Bay Area Hair Stylist and Beauty Enhancer Daria (@Dariadidit_)
I have always been known to be the backbone of those around me ; Shoot even strangers. Everyone I have ever encountered has always been drawn to me for the person that I am at heart. They want to pour their hearts out to me, tell me how their day is going but most … More I don’t Feel Like Being Strong Today (When the strong one needs a break)
As many of you know I became a mother of 6 ! YES SIX !! As much as I thought I knew I really didn’t. I had everything planned out. My older kids school schedule, meal times, practices and even my own bath time! I wanted and NEEDED everything to be together for the arrival … More New BABY ! Whew Chile !
Graduating into a new atmosphere of success, we’ve trained our minds to evaluate past the glass ceiling. How do you expect me to accept less than what I’ve worked for? Please! give me a reason to hold on to false hope and promises when I’ve worked tirelessly to enjoy the fruits of labor that … More Transition
Baby Mama – noun Slang: Often Disparaging and Offensive. ¹the biological mother of a man’s child, not married to the child’s father and usually not in a relationship with him. The minute someone finds out you have a child the stereotypes start flooding the place. You’re no longer looked at as a MOTHER but a Baby Mama; The woman who can’t seem to let go of her baby daddy. The woman who’s always angry because … More Bitch, I’m Not Bitter… I’m Frustrated
This obsession has to stop, it’s no longer cute or affectionate. The late night calls and random text. Your feelings of entitlement to my body is causing me stress. Your harassment isn’t love, your eyes bring fear to my heart now. Your hands shadow over my mouth every time I try to scream. This body … More Mine
Body shaming is the act of humiliating people about their shape or size, and is one issue in society that affects women of all ages. Men tend to hide their insecurities, but we women talk about ours. On social media or among other women, most aren’t afraid to discuss the bodies they wish to have, … More Love Your Skin- stop the body shaming!
I’m really starting to realize it’s not always the job that I don’t like but the people I work with that make me dread coming into work. No matter where you work or how much you enjoy the job I can guarantee you there is going to be that one person who irks every living … More Dude, You’re Not My Boss!
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