2013

This American Life is a podcast that features stories from around the world. This week they aired a two-part story where they spent 5 months at Harper High School in Chicago. Last year at Harper High School, 29 current and recent students were shot. When school lets out the students

I recently watched the Beyoncé’s interview with Oprah and her documentary where she self-documents her journey in motherhood, fame, family, friends and being true to herself as an artist. When watching the documentaries these are the lessons I learned from Queen Bey that I can relate to my life. Tell

I do not consider myself a political scholar at any length but do you know who Cardiss H. Collins is? This woman made history as the first African American woman to represent the Midwest in Congress. She took office during the June 5, 1973 election to replace her husband after

Happy Valentine’s Day to you and yours.  

After re-reading this story, I realized I do not have words to express the level of hurt, disappointment, sadness, injustice, and anger that ran through me. So I’ll leave you with these words: LETTER FROM OLEN MONTGOMERY TO MR. GEORGE CHAMBLEE (typed) May 25, 1931 From Olen Montgomery Kilby Prison

I LOVED the 2013 halftime show by our very own Beyoncé. Did you watch? Did you also love? She kicked off the half time show with her beautiful voice and dance moves to boot. There is no one who can entertain quite like Beyoncé. Her outfit, yes! Her dancing, yes!

February is the chosen month to reflect on black history but truthfully not only is it black history, it’s American history. I will be profiling people whom I believe made decisions that impact my life today. With that said, let’s celebrate, reflect and appreciate the people that came before us