images, perception, photographs, interracial, media, couples, observation, society, culture,

The Picture That Changed My Life...

  I posted the photograph below on my Facebook page last week. It brought back fond memories for Brenda Thompson so she shared a nostalgic story with me. And now I am sharing it with you. Enjoy! __________ The Picture That Changed My Life By Brenda Thompson Ronnie Bennett, Phil Spector, Estelle Bennett George Harrison,…

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family, Nahla, Halle Berry, California, celebrity spotting, hair care, mixed children, curly hair, blended families, vacation, photos, Emma, Kinky Curly Knot Today, Gabriel Aubry,

Gabriel Aubry Enjoys Spring Break with Nahla; Comments on Ho...

One thing you can always be certain of is, you hang around the haunts of LA types and you’ll eventually see some celebrities. That’s what ...

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Photo of the Day: I Smile, Through Chaffed Thighs....

I write this piece, dirty and dusty, after 1.5 hours on a cantankerous horse that I think was trying to kill me today on a trail in the Santa Barbara ...

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Who Gets Away With Raping Innocent Kids? Blackinstani Folks ...

This headline stuck in my craw this evening: “Du Pont Heir Gets Probation for RAPING Three-Year-Old Daughter.” The suuummmbitch… And...

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Lissette Gonzalez and Family Have “Happy” Fun...

Most of the BBWland readers were treated to a follow up interview of Lissette Gonzalez and her fabulous family last year in the Color Blind & Vale...

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Where the Guys Are: New York City Version...

I’ve just recently found myself living in Brooklyn, New York, and though this change wasn’t planned, it’s definitely a great opportu...

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Monday-Punday #29...

Monday-Punday #29 Another evening wasted with SirLoinDeBeef: Things actually heard in court (word for word): Q: What gear were you in at the moment of...

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Anne Gus, media, feminist, Asian women, satire, joke, Thought Catalogue, fake concern, Norman Reedus, Walking Dead, dating, mating, relationships, black women,

White Feminist Pretending To Be “Concerned” for ...

UPDATE!!!!!!! It is all a hoax ladies and gentleman the source article is a Hoax. “Anne Gus” is really a guy who was outed after posting a...

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NWNW, diversity, opinion, black woman, media, allies, choices, Ebony, jamilah lemieux,

My Take on the Jamilah Lemieux Liberal vs. Conservative Kerf...

When I first heard about the recent news that Jamilah Lemieux, editor of Ebony.com, got called out for her dismissive attitude toward conservatives an...

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black women, online hate, hate speech, black men, Youtube, sponsors, media, internet, culture, society,

Did You Know? Black Women Are Bashed On You Tube for Page Vi...

I dapple a little on You Tube as you know, and the more time I spend there, the more I realize that there’s some sort of culture being formed by...

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dating, romance, intimacy, sociopaths, sex, vetting,

Five Reasons Sociopaths Are So Good In Bed...

He takes you to a five-star hotel and whispers to the concierge before you go into the room. You have drinks and he won’t take his eyes–al...

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Off the Runway Beauty Trends: Rose Gold and Copper Ore...

You’ve already read my ode to rose gold, so I won’t bore you with more accolades. But, being the lover of copper and rose gold, I could no...

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Kosher, food, cooking, recipes, organic, entertaining,

Is It Kosher? Yes; It Is. New Book Teaches You How to Eat He...

Chicken and Okra Serves 8 Ingredients 1 whole organic chicken, cut into 8 pieces 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon garli...

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teens, readers, dating, lessons, vetting, interracial dating, mixed relationships, advice, discussion, community, young black women, options, future, marriage, positivity,

A Letter from a Teenager Who Found BB&W...

When I get notes like this, I swear, everything makes sense. So glad more girls and women are coming out of the shadows and telling their truth. And a...

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exercise, trends, yoga, health, naked yoga,

I Love Yoga, But I’ll Keep My Clothes On, Thankyouvery...

You guys know I’m a huge advocate of yoga. Yoga has literally transformed my body and my health and I’ve been a faithful follower of yoga ...

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health, eating, cooking, diet, lifestyle, nutrition, weight loss, gardening, vitamins, research, paleo,

The Proof is In the Photos (and Research). Paleo Works....

Two initially conflicting reports about high protein diets have recently appeared in the news. One study suggests that middle aged adults with a high ...

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dressing, style, fashion, designer, trends, black women, Spring, wardrobe,

SS 2014 Preview: An Ode to Rose Gold...

Oh Metallics, how we love thee. In fact, we anticipate your return every spring and summer. Gilded lids and lips, silver streaked toes, are de rigueur...

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protection, Steven Mason, black women, Tameka Bates, men, society, culture, good samaritan, public transit,

Stand Up Sister Protects a Stranger and Her Child...

When I think of strong black woman, I like to think of Tameka Bates.  She took swift action to protect a stranger who was being harassed by a black m...

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advice, relationships, mixed marriage, blended couples, interracial dating, Swirlr, video, series, Kirk, Quintana,

Episode Two of “Swirlr” is Here!...

Sorry for the delay, folks. The editors are, well…very persnickety. In this episode, we follow the men and women we picked as good potential mat...

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dating non black men, question, advice, video, Youtube, reader, help, flirting, dating, mixed couples,

Lesson: Black Chicks Need to Know When Non-Black Men are Hit...

I continue to be amazed about how many young girls really are clueless about dating. This isn’t anything to be ashamed about–this is easil...

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Dencia, video, acceptance, skin bleaching, colorism, race,

Video: Singer Dencia Says on Camera, “White Means Pure...

Ugh. Every time I hear this woman talk I like her less. Not only is she snappy and catty, that ridiculous blond wig and balloon boobs speaks for thems...

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Carol's Daughter, Monoi, Fair Trade shea butter, hair care, styling, twists, inspiration, hair growth, braiding, hair tips

Got Mid-Length Hair? Consider Flat Twists To Protect Your Le...

Sometimes insomnia is a good thing, because last night while I was tossing and turning whilst complaining in my head about how  my frizzy ponytail is...

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Recognize Yourself? Five Signs You Are An Angry Black Woman...

By Elaine Flowers, BB&W guest writer We could use this time to go over all of the good reasons why black women should be angry, but I have always ...

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BYOP: Save Money at the Spa By Bringing Your Own Products!...

BYOP = Bring Your Own Products A day at the spa can be spectacularly relaxing, and spectacularly expensive. A one-hour massage can cost you nearly $20...

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Black Chicks All Look Alike…I Guess…...

This is kind of inane news, but at the time I thought it was funny. Watch this FOX sports correspondent mistake a random NASCAR fan as Donna Summer. Y...

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Video: Okay I’ve Had Enough! Black Parents, You’...

This is the second video I’ve seen this week displaying a black mother displaying UTTER CONTEMPT for her daughter. Watch if you dare. https://ww...

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BB&W Fan, ‘Dr. PhillyGirl’: How Internation...

We are always on the look out for great stories of black women doing great things. Luckily we have only the look in our own back yard.  One on our re...

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Active Voice….....

Voice. Diction. Structure. Restriction. Nouns. Verbs. Adjectives. Words. Don’t pretend u can’t understand me at all. Pakistani Haitian Pat...

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culture, society, child brides, United States, teen mothers, molestation, children, exploitation, sexual abuse, culture, very young girls, Afganistan, men,

Shocking: Do We Support Child Brides Or Child Sexual Abuse?...

Many in the world were horrified to hear of an 8 year old Yemeni bride named Rawan who died on her wedding night.  The poor little baby’s body ...

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Beyond the Color Lines…A Tribute Anniversary Video of ...

Get your tissues out… Kizoa slideshow: Anniversary Tribute – Slideshow...

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