“Girl, let me tell you something: you kinda’ gettin’ up there. You’re running out of time and need to stop being so picky.”
I was a 30-something when I heard those word from a male relative, newly moved into … Read the rest
On July 24, a full audience of African-American women networked, connected with business owners and witnessed a panel of successful entrepreneurs during the Dallas stop of Brown Girls Brunch.
Initially kicked off last December in Atlanta GA, Brown … Read the rest
It happened earlier this Spring: my mother was visiting and we had all just wrapped watching the Aretha Franklin biopic, Respect. As I was clearing out the dishes and getting her a refill, she asked Nia and Layla if they … Read the rest
When Layla walked through the front door on Tuesday, I folded her into a hug. “I’m glad you’re safe,” I told her, kissing her cheek. “Did you know what happened earlier today in Uvalde?”
Confused, shook her head no. I … Read the rest
This Saturday, Calvin and I will officially become the parents of two teenagers, as our youngest daughter Layla, will be turning 13. As many parents do, we appreciate her progress so far and fondly remember the months and moments that … Read the rest