Author: Lorrie Irby Jackson

Motherofcolor.com showcases the writings of an intelligent and socially savvy wife, mother and journalist who explores a variety of topics (culture, politics, race and gender issues, etc.) with a unique African-American/womanist perspective.*

*COPYWRITTEN CONTENT, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED (c) . "Melody Charles," "Chocolate Mama & "Le[e] L[e]e Symone" are writing alter egos/pen names*

Oct. 27: Tameka Gets Ice (And Shade) With Permanent Eye Color Change

True story: as a young adult, I was freshening up in the lounge area at school once when another young woman walked up to me and out of nowhere, said the most asinine comment ever (up to that point): “You have nice skin, but you would be really pretty if you had lighter brown eyes.”… Continue reading Oct. 27: Tameka Gets Ice (And Shade) With Permanent Eye Color Change

Oct. 27: The MOC Daily Rundown, B-Day Love (Kennedy, Dee)

Two icons get the birthday spotlight today: one is the pioneering broadcasting journalist Jayne Kennedy (63) and the recently-departed actress and civil rights activist Ruby Dee, who would’ve been 92 today. Spread the love and gratitude to these incredible ladies!!! #MyClevelandNatives #RespectTheArchitects

7 Years Of Nappiology, The De Johnson DMN/Briefing Interview

Twist-outs, flat twists, locks and ‘fros: In the last few years, what many considered a fringe phenomenon has now become a full-fledged revolution. African-American women are eschewing chemical straighteners to embrace their natural hair. According to marketing research company Mintel, sales of hair relaxers (the lye-based chemical products that temporarily flattens the coils) have steadily… Continue reading 7 Years Of Nappiology, The De Johnson DMN/Briefing Interview

Oct. 21: Ne-Yo Files Lawsuit, Demands Paternity Test

See, THIS ish right here is why women are better off NOT having children with men before getting married: not only is this allowing husband benefits and no promise of reciprocity/responsibility, it also creates needless complications, such as dudes wanting you to tie AND BURN the tubes, publicly revealing a broken engagement without a heads-up… Continue reading Oct. 21: Ne-Yo Files Lawsuit, Demands Paternity Test

Dave Hollister’s “Chicago Winds…”: The MOC Preview & ST Review Link

…..Given that Dave’s skill set has flourished over the years rather than flaming out, he doesn’t need an army of Auto-Tuning super-producers to get the job done. Veteran hit-makers Warryn Campbell and Eric Dawkins combine their expertise and past experience with Hollister to flesh out songs that are tailor-made to fit his personal and professional… Continue reading Dave Hollister’s “Chicago Winds…”: The MOC Preview & ST Review Link