• I Woke Up Black

    Today, as I have for the last 18, 879 days, I woke up black. I know you're wondering what that even means. It means that I woke up with some questions. Will today be the day that black people are

  • Chasing Hope

    It's been a minute! Yeah, I know. These last few weeks have been a crazy ride. I'm sure you can relate. I used to say, "if it ain't one thing it's another", but I don't even bother with that

  • I Can’t Breathe…

    Once again, here we are. Once again, I have to think about the safety of my children. No, it never goes away. Every day, I have to wonder if my son will be killed at a traffic stop. I have to

  • INFERTILITY: It’s Not A Bad Word!

    In honor of National Infertility Awareness Week, I am sharing again a journey of resolve, tenacity, and strength. If your baby has taken wings, if you're still waiting to hold your baby, or if your

  • The Air I Breathe

    I was talking to a friend today about all that is going on. We talked about the families who have had to say goodbye outside hospital walls. We talked about the people who are fighting for their

  • Carry The One

    The other day I was thinking about all of the children at home with their parents. School has changed so much in the last 15 years. Laptops, social media, and new teaching strategies are the first

  • A New Thing

    To say there is a lot going on right now is an understatement. Are you wondering what's next? Me too. I know one thing for sure. I want to know what's coming, but I can live without it. I know

  • Throw A Party!

    Today is a special day. International Women's Day makes me so happy. When I see women celebrating each other, I join the party. Most people like parties, but the one throwing the party knows

  • Kobe. I Missed Out.

    Kobe Bryant. I was stunned when I got the text. It was just so unbelievable. Over the week, the grief of the nation took over my timeline. It even hit my own family. My sons, his fans, were

  • Sleeping Giants

    I absolutely love words. I love how we can communicate almost in code. Of course, I like people to say what they mean, but sometimes, it's fun to listen for hidden meanings. "Barking up the wrong