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OPEN THREAD: In the news. South Carolina Tragedy

Some of our readers would like to discuss the recent Church shooting that occurred yesterday in order to offer up their prayers and condolences.   We...
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Sad News: Our Very Own “Brown Betty” P...

It’s with a very heavy and sad heart that I’m reporting that my friend, “Brown Betty” (her name was Demita Usher) passed away ...
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Seen on the Web: 5 Ridiculous, Unexpected Problems...

I came across this article a few days ago that I would like to share with you.  Enjoy.    5 Ridiculous, Unexpected Problems You’ll Face in In...
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Open Thread: A few of my favorite things.

Time to unwind from the world’s stresses. Inspired by this entry by Trinigirl1: I think we should post a few of our favorite things.  The thing...
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Memorial Day: In Remembrance and Thanks

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State Of The Union Address: An Old Schooler Talks ...

State Of The Union Address: An Old Schooler Talks Manhood by Savage Tango Most sane people dislike the part of their day when they’re getting re...
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IRR Romance: Unbreakable Bonds

Unbreakable Bonds by Aliyah Burke and Taige Crenshaw Aliyah’s thoughts: Unbreakable Bonds is a story about a woman who works in a bookstore, Ta-Mara...
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Letter Writer: “I didn’t even realize dati...

I love getting letters like this…makes it all worth it!   Good evening, Christelyn. My name is Dee and I found out about you from previousl...
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Open Thread: Mother’s Day Wishes

Well, we could not let this special day pass and not offer an opportunity to pay tribute to our MOMs. Wishing a very Happy Mothers Day to the ladies w...
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I came, I saw, I grilled.

OK grill masters…..and mistresses. Good weather is here and its time to post your best grill recipes.  Tell us about your favourite dry rubs, w...
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Open Thread: Any thing but the “StruggleR...

Are you as sick of this week’s national headlines as I am? Thought so. Have at it ladies and gents. Weekend plans.  Date night. Favorite foods...
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Troll Asks, “What Race Will Your Kids Be?...

Don’t you find it interesting how invested some people are in delineating and categorizing biracials or people claiming to be more than one race...
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Open Thread: The sexy men of BB&W

The incomparable Trinigirl1 has done it again. You posted them and she set it all to music. Ladies……. and gents please enjoy this montage ...
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The Travel Bug and Why I’m Okay With Being &...

Anyone else here tired of being told that the reason they’re still single is that they’re too picky? Yeah, I thought so. I’ve been hearing this ...
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