In the newest segment of Exploring Brooklyn, I thought I’d venture into the restaurant industry and see what I could find. Living in New York City, there’s food literally everywhere, and while I think every spot is a gem in it’s own right, I love finding those special spots that make my heart sing. I … More Exploring Brooklyn: Women of Color Owned Businesses (The Crabby Shack Edition)
Growing up I was always the shy kid, never really spoke unless spoken to and even then; I was often afraid to really say how I felt. I was never confident I could make the right decision and I never accept the things I was passionate about that would help me grow as a woman … More Scared of My Own Potential.
AHHH the common misconception that our friends really got us like they say will leave us disappointed every time! NOW NOW; before you turn your noses up at me let’s just go over a few things. Think about all the times you have invited someone to an event, gave links to your blogs, book or … More Why Will We Support People We Don’t Know Before We Support Our Friends?
As of last September, I’ve been a proud, bad, baldie. To save money, I bought a set of clippers, and began maintaining my hair at home. I also cut my own hair because I didn’t feel safe with anyone else. As a woman, going to the barbershop has been an intimidating experience, especially if I’m … More Exploring Brooklyn: Women of Color Owned Businesses (Camera Ready Kutz Inc. Edition)
Hey ya’ll! So tonight I had an interview with the Culture Junkies organization. After this interview, two of the founders were walking me to my car and they inspired me so much I had to come home and write about it. I am going to start by defining a term: guerrilla warfare (n.) the use of hit-and run tactics by small, mobile groups of irregular … More Steppin’ it Up
This year I lost one of my best friends. Am I sad? Not really. It’s just unfortunate. Over the course of two years she had been nagging me about being a “better friend.” My whole problem with that was I have NEVER been a bad friend to her. Whenever she needed me, whenever she was … More SOMEBODY THAT I USED TO KNOW.
When I think of my living situation all I can think of is that meme with Jaden Smith from the Karaote Kid Movie… If you have been following my blogs you know that I have went back and fourth about moving out for a very long time. I don’t like living with my family and … More I HATE IT HERE.
About a year ago I was in a way different head space. I was confused, unmotivated and lazy. However, in a year I have progressed drastically! I want you all to see this timeline and I hope it motivates you to press towards the mark. No matter where you are right now, things can change … More EXCLUSIVE Timeline of My Life and Progression 🙂
It does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to live. ~J. K. Rowling Today I quit my full time job. I have been thinking about it for a while and I finally took a leap out on faith. My entire family are very content with their lives, home, occupation, relationships, etc., and it … More The Day I Quit My Job
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