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Michael Baisden, relationships, interracial dating, Swirling, Swirlr, blended families, mixed couples, biracial, radio, black women, holding on for marriage, black men won't marry black women, finding love, finding a mate, opening your options, black women having better, engagement, happiness, couples, families, diversity,
22 Apr 14

As If! Michael Baisden Asks Why More Black Women D...

Someone tagged me on this Facebook question radio personality, Michael Baisden posed… When I read it I almost couldn’t believe the questio...
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madness, anger, frustration, emotions, ABW, stereotype,stigma,
18 Apr 14

Tell Um Why You Mad, Hun….

You know what I don’t believe in…….? Being quiet when I’m pissed off or done wrong. There. I said it… I could give a fly...
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condolences, BBW family, cancer, love, mixed couples, blended relationships, online community, life, living, love, taking chances,
17 Apr 14

Sad News: Former BB&W ‘Hottie’ Su...

I received some devastating news from my friend, Niki Chambers, who told me that my long-time Facebook friend and former “Hottie of the Week,...
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15 Apr 14

Chef Bob: Alaskan Snow Crab Pasta Primavera

Alaskan Snow Crab Pasta Primavera Serves 24. Having a party, or just want to impress your friends?  This is the ultimate party food. A fresh veggie ...
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15 Apr 14

Snow Be Damned!! Container Gardening 101

CONTAINER GARDENING 101 I just thought I would write a quick article to answer this reader’s question and for any one else out there who is inte...
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14 Apr 14

Star Talk: Summer Babies’ Astrological Fashi...

“Summer lovin, had me a blast. Summer lovin’ happen so fast. Met a boy as cute as can be….oh oh those summer nights..” Most of...
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10 Apr 14

Like, Whoa! Black Women Featured AGAIN on BuzzFeed...

Yes, I’m sure you’re all still a bit miffed about that video BuzzFeed did about interracial dating perferences, but there is good newsR...
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10 Apr 14

Buzzfeed Does Creative Video On Who’s Most I...

So what does this video reveal? Racial biases and stereotypes still persist. But who gives a shit? It all a numbers game, so play to win....
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09 Apr 14

Okay, So Our Newest BB&W Can Sing His Ass Off...

If you haven’t yet met the funny, cute and thoughtful “Zac Onbothsides,” perhaps it’s a good thing, because he’s ready t...
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08 Apr 14

The Great Debate: Should WM and BW Get Together Be...

Anyone that hangs around IR blogs for a significant length of time,  has already noticed that *some* black women express the following: “Black ...
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08 Apr 14

StarTalk: What’s Your Astrological Power Col...

Since I am celebrating my birthday today and being a spring baby, I’ve decided to celebrate all things spring, except of course, all of nature&#...
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07 Apr 14

WTF?! Human “Barbie” Claims Women are ...

Have you had a gander at Russian woman who bends reality to look like a plastic doll with bullet boobs? Yes; Valeria Lukyanova wants you to know that ...
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06 Apr 14

“Would a Rainbeau Accept My Special Needs Ch...

Dylan A recent post on my Facebook community page sparked the question: “Would a rainbeau accept my special needs child??  Any single woman wh...
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02 Apr 14

How Bleaching Products Promoted Colorism in the 19...

I saw this on “SwirlQueen’s” Facebook feed, published in the 1952 issue of Jet magazine. You know, that magazine that’s suppos...
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