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23 Feb 14

Swirling In History: Vintage News Clippings of Couples Who D...

We don’t need Black History Month to know about swirling black women throughout history.  But since it is February, and I like history I thought it proper to revisit some stories I came across in the annals of Jet Magazine, a Johnson Publications  Some are mind blowing, some are very nice and everything in between.  …

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interracial, marriage, divorce, rumors, Janet Jackson, divorce, rumor, Muslim, foreign marriage, billionaire,
Relationships
23 Feb 14

Janet Jackson Rumored to Divorce: Are Some Differences Just ...

Gossip rags are all a twitter about news that Janet Jackson (age 47) and husband Wissam Al Mana (age 39) may be headed for Splitsville. And I can̵...

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Married Swirling
23 Feb 14

All In Her Smile...

Misha Tague shared such a cute story of how she met her husband Jason with me, that I decided to share with you in BBW-land. Jason works constructi...

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22 Feb 14

3 Off the Runway Beauty Trends for SS 2014...

I don’t know if you can feel it, but Spring is in the air. And hopefully like me you have already started to scour the net to find the upcoming ...

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Andrea Walker, Paula Johnson, society, crime, motherhood, domestic violence, murder, children, culture, abuse, violence, news,
Law
22 Feb 14

Legion of Doom Mothers on Steroids — What the Cuss?...

This one is breaking my heart. I am very sympathetic to victims of domestic violence to a point. I have seen a lot of crimes and issued lots of arrest...

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Black Women's Empowerment
21 Feb 14

Must Read: Endless Opportunities Abroad For Women of Color...

There are times when we look at the world and the outlook seems quite bleak and then there are times when we look at the world and it seems unfair, an...

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celebridad, la política, el feminismo, las mujeres blancas, hombres negros, tratamiento de héroes, la sociedad, la cultura, el presidente, Tommy Sotomayor, el discurso del odio, el vídeo, las madres negras, los hombres negros que odian, denigrando a las mujeres negras, celebrity, politics, feminism, White women, black men, hero treatment, society, culture, president, Tommy Sotomayor, hate speech, video, black mothers, black men who hate, denigrating black women,
What the Cuss?
20 Feb 14

Roseanne Barr is Running for President, and She Thinks Sidin...

Some say that the more natural of political alliances are between the black man and the white woman. The theory is because both of them have the same ...

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mixed couple, swirling, interracial marriage, couple, bloggers, family life, parenting, inspiration, video, interview, Nive Nulls,
Married Swirling
20 Feb 14

Check Out this ChoNilla Couple: The Nive Nulls...

Where you and your partner are from? Kansas City, MO Both of your age? I’m 24. She’s 27. Same birthday, actually.  Fun fact 🙂 How you ...

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noviazgo, matrimonio, el apoyo, el compromiso, el asesoramiento, Mort Fertel, dating, marriage, support, commitment, advice,
Married Swirling
20 Feb 14

How Long Should You Hang On to Your Marriage?...

By Jane Brown Do you know how long marriage expert Mort Fertel says you should work on your marriage, once the thought of divorce enters your mind?�...

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dating, relationships, leona's love quest, black women, romance, blogger, real life, journey, transitioning, dating, relationships, leona's love quest, black women, romance, blogger, real life, journey, transitioning,
Guests of the Inner Sanctum
19 Feb 14

Leona’s Love Quest: The Final Chapter...

It’s hard to believe that two years ago right before Valentine’s Day I sat down at my desk and crafted my introduction to “Leona’s Love Qu...

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model, Hollywood, entertainment, culture, hate speech, opinions, mixed marriage, Swirlr, interracial dating, marriage, engagement, Lanisha Cole, Rick Licht, black women, white man, hate speech, blogger, The Price is Right, Deal or No Deal,
Engagements
19 Feb 14

Model Lanisha Cole Fires Back On Haters of Her Non-Black Fia...

If you’ve ever watched The Price is Right or Deal or No Deal, you’ve probably seen Lanisha Cole prancing around the set. With a gorgeous s...

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H &M, black women style, suggestions, fashion, style, inspiration, outdoors, oranges, pants, prints, budget, collection, selection, leopard,
Editorial Staff
19 Feb 14

Spring forward and get a jump start on your spring wardrobe&...

Those of us who are major fashion heads are always keeping our eyes trained forward to the next season although we may be firmly entrenched in one at ...

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support networks, friends, hobbies, society, culture, encouragement, positivity, interracial marriage,
Married Swirling
19 Feb 14

Circles of Support: What Do All These Women Have In Common?...

What do we all have in common? We all love yoga, of course. But that’s not all. Each of us are interracially and inter culturally married. Start...

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18 Feb 14

QOTW: “Why Can’t I Just Be a Baby Mama?”...

One reader asked us to discuss the potential option of black women opting to co-parent over having a partner full time. Here’s my take....

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society, culture, religion, interracial, hate speech, video, blended families, mixed marriage, Brother Danny Reagan, racist, damages, crazy, Bible, ignorant, hate filled, black and white marriage, heaven, prophet, Youtube, nut job, hateful, preacher, Christianity, tolerance, Jesus Christ,
What the Cuss?
18 Feb 14

…And This Man Calls Himself a “Prophet,” W...

In the new media age, where ratchetry can be disseminated globally in a matter of seconds, I’m starting to wonder just how many preachers and se...

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SAHM, lifestyle, choices, options, family, parenting, marriage, couples, children, finances, aging, society, culture, stereotypes, black women,stay at home black mothers, non working mothers, stay at home parents, women who don't want to work, raising kids, child rearing, tradition, servants, privilege, freedom,
Dating & Marrying Ethnic Men
18 Feb 14

Why Is Everyone Mad At A “Non-Working” Black Wom...

I find that there are few things that piss off black people more than a stay at home black mother. Not stay at home mother, but stay at home BLACK mot...

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17 Feb 14

Hey Folks, Meet ‘Friends of Jay’...

Anyone ever wonder what the frequent commenter, ‘Friends of Jay,’ who often tells the story of the black woman he once loved who got away?...

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Editorial Staff
17 Feb 14

You Tried It: On Unsuitable Men Hiding Behind “Feminis...

In my previous article on the whole “gold digger” meme, I said the following: It is really tiring to me when I see people throwing [the wo...

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mixed marriage, biracial, children, Black HIstory Month, pride, education, awareness, Martin Luther King Jr, learning, positive reinforcement, icons, inspirational, sensitivity, diversity,
Family
17 Feb 14

Talking To My Bi-Racial Kids About Black History Month...

On the outside looking in, folks might think being in an interracial marriage means we’re obsessed with discussing race. We’re not. WeR...

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internet, sociopaths, comments, blogs, mods, narcissists, sadists, audience, research, hate speech, harassment, black women, abuse, verbal, anonymous, Youtube, dangerous, low intelligence,
News
17 Feb 14

What We Thought All Along! Internet Trolls are Sociopaths, N...

And people wonder why we moderate the hell out of this blog.  This just in from Slate... In the past few years, the science of Internet trollology ha...

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Audio Posts
16 Feb 14

Yolette and Dustin, Wedded Bliss...

I met Yvette Joseph Burger via Swirling and Marriage.  Yolette submitted some of her gorgeous wedding photos and now I am sharing with you.  I got...

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16 Feb 14

Monday Punday #25...

Monday-Punday #25 SirLoin, up to his usual tricks, offers these groaners for your examination: A group of people are touring the White House in Washin...

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dating, relationships, swirlr, mixed marriage, culture, stereotypes, etiquette, black men, cheapskates, don't date him girl,
Relationships
16 Feb 14

Lessons From The Hubster: What You Get With a Guy Who Wants ...

So The Hubster and I have many a conversation about the the blog’s goings on, and I mentioned how a new member of ours, ostensibly a software en...

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recipe, cooking, beef, DIY, dining, entertaining, dinner, winter, meals, preparation, family, eating, cooking, Chef Bob
BB&W Recipe Exchange
13 Feb 14

Chef Bob: Braised Oxtails with Mushrooms Recipe...

Braised Oxtails with Mushrooms Recipe Flavorful beef oxtails are braised in wine and chicken stock with mushrooms, leeks, garlic, and herbs. Plan ahea...

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art, Betti Ono Gallery, Tatyana Fazlalizadeh, Oakland, California, catcalling, social campaign, exhibit, black women, sexual harassment, California, event,
Black Women's Empowerment
13 Feb 14

Stop Telling Women to Smile comes to Oakland!...

  I am very proud to share that the Stop Telling Women to Smile campaign that I backed continues to roll along. Tatyana Fazlalizadeh, the artist...

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Sophie Okonedo, mixed marriage, culture, relationships, blended families, swirling, Africa, international, documentary, society, sandra laing, apartheid, economics, class, black women, laws, rules, racism,
Family
13 Feb 14

The Sad Story of Sandra Laing: A tale of White Privilege, Re...

Have you heard of Sandra Laing? Her story, though originating in apartheid South Africa, will likely resonate with us here.  From the Guardian: The b...

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rent-a-gent, valentine's day, holiday, chinese new year, romance, dating, single women, escorts,
Relationships
13 Feb 14

Need A Boyfriend For Valentine’s Day? Rent One!...

Are you tired of being the only manless woman in your circle of friends? Does your family constantly ask you if you’re seeing anyone? If youR...

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culture, race, ethnic, names, children, blended families, racism, discrimination, privilege, society, employment, stigma, dating, relationships, insight, black men, options,white men, black women, dating, interracial marriage, blended families, relationships, romance, flirting, advice, reader question, looking for love,
Relationships
12 Feb 14

Searching for a Matchmaker: Back to a Familiar Place...

If you had access to ten men who had been vetted for good character and were already attracted to you, would you meet them? What if all of them were b...

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dating, Malignant Self Love: Narcissism Revisited, Sam Vaknin, book, author, narcissistic, disorders, illness, crazy men, advice, matchmaker, Swirlr, Jordan Harbinger, dangerous men,
Audio Posts
12 Feb 14

Do You Recognize a Psycho When You See One? Jordan Harbinger...

My friend and “Swirlr” co-host, Jordan Harbinger just interviewed a very dangerous man: an admitted narcissistic psychopath. You must list...

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marriage, couples, interracial dating, women with kids, black women, options, choices, divorce, family, widowers, men with kids, advice, swirling, blended families,
No Wedding, No Womb!
12 Feb 14

Inside the Male Mind: Why Divorced Single Mothers Get a Pass...

I’m about to get really real in here for a minute, and what I’m about to say is going to offend a lot of people. I understand that. And I ...

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