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How to date, mate and relate. Mixing race, culture and creed.
Might this review hush the mouths of folks who are trying to paint SWIRLING as some gross betrayal of the race, or some black-man bashing fest? Meh. Not likely, but I just love rubbing it in!
The good news? Ebony.com has been quick to respond to concerns.
The bad news? That they crafted the story in the way that they did in the first place.
I have learned by experience that because people are always watching you and making internal judgments, it is wise to be aware of your outward presentation. The little things can send a big message.
File this one under “Black women Kicking Arse and Taking Names.” Veteran program executive Pearlena Igbokwe has been named Executive Vice President, Drama Development for NBC Entertainment–a position that will allow her to oversee the development of all NBC dramas.
I don’t like repeating myself if I don’t have to, but in some things, repetition becomes absolutely necessary.
This is a cool story that gives the good and not-so-great news about the state of interracial relationships in the United States. You’ll even get a rare editorial contribution from The Hubster in this one!
Several of you ladies have sent me links to a few trending stories about how “mystified” some black women bloggers are about all the “hoopla” surrounding interracial dating, particularly when it comes to white men. Now normally I don’t address haterade every time it’s thrown my way because I have better things to do, like have that root canal and colonoscopy I’ve been putting off. But when the target of the ire really isn’t about me, but about attacking the message–that black women are entitled to have happy, healthy relationship choices just like every other man and woman on the planet, then you’re going to get me showing my fangs and claws.
This news release came in my inbox this morning, and I though it was significant enough to share it here in it’s entirety. What I find ironic is decades ago, it was high-income people who led the trends for marrying less and divorcing more. Poor people were aghast by them…remember? Then for a variety of reasons, it seems that the trend trickled down, but then more educated folks realized that single parenting and divorce ain’t the business, but poor people don’t seem to have gotten the memo.
This piece originally ran in the now defunct (I think) Pregnancy magazine in 2010. Watching that cute video of the Nulls inspired me to dig this out this little diddy for the folks who requested the blog talk more about sexual health and lady parts.
Nobody can tell me that this way isn’t the best way. Well, I guess they could, but I wouldn’t pay them a lick of attention.
“My dog is named Beau. He is really sweet. He turns 13 on July 7th. Taking hikes with him on some of the local trails is one of my favorite things.” (Insert photo of dog with or without owner in profile)
Curl up with some coffee, tea, or a glass of wine, because this is a long, but very interesting and insightful piece.
At the most recent Awards-Show-That-Shall-Not-Be-Named, un-famous rapper Machine Gun Kelly (also known as “MGK”)–you never heard of him? Me neither–spoke to a reporter on the red carpet where he felt the need to announce his feelings about the sexuality of black women. So Mr. Machine Gun has a black daughter, which he thinks gives him [...]
This is by far our most amazing event to date. Ritzy location, upscale clientele, a chance to meet that someone special. What more could you ask for?
I’m looking to bring on an experienced writer to focus on healthy-hair practices, styling, product reviews, and can demonstrate how-to tutorials via video.
It wasn’t the movie from the 80s that made pink famous but the pre-love child of the 60s is making a comeback in all its various shades. Which pink shows off your varied personalities?
This woman and her sister, Venus, have been laughed at, bagged on, talked about and belittled, and still the move toward excellence with a quiet dignity. And in the end…they always win. So, steady hand clap for Serena.
Got to love Twitter. It’s mostly inane, but sometimes you can hook up with some great folks.