Photo by Kory Williams on Unsplash H.E.R. Crisis Guest Blogger: Melissa Webb | Instagram: @mwebb_lpc My dad was my go to person for dating advice. He was a smart, wise and took care of my mom for over 30 years, so he had some valuable experience under his belt (my mom isn’t the easy to…
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4.9.19 News You Should Know #HERNewsRecap From Education to Politics to Black Entertainment
Don’t get left behind sis, catch up on the news you should know! Principal in PJs reads bedtime stories to kids on Facebook Live. ‘This is just more love’ | USA Today Eight black women discuss the politics of skin tone | The Guardian Lori Lightfoot elected Chicago mayor, will be 1st black…
Erotic Fiction Fridays: Unknown Visitor
Photo by Kinga Cichewicz on Unsplash This week, we’re kicking off a new series, Erotic Fiction Fridays. Black women are unique and beautiful beings. Our essence is copied by many, judged by all but worshipped by not enough. This series will introduce you to the layers of sexuality and power that lives within the plight…
Why H.E.R. Voice is Important in Our History
Artwork by Unknown As we kick off Women’s History Month, it only makes sense that we discuss several women focused on leaving their mark on the world. African-American women have a pulse on the people. They’ve been gifted with many diverse talents and the greatest of them, the strength to uplift and nurture others. Doing…
2.25.18: News You Should Know #HERNewsRecap #OscarEdition
‘Beale Street’ Star Regina King Calls First-Ever Academy Award Win ‘Surreal’ | Essence ‘Black Panther’s’ Hannah Beachler Becomes The First Black Production Designer To Win An Oscar | Essence ‘BLACK PANTHER’S’ RUTH CARTER IS THE 2019 OSCAR WINNER FOR COSTUME DESIGN | ABC All The Melanin Magic At Essence’s Black Women In…
The Season for Living #FridayReads
Originally posted on DNCwrites.com Photo by Thought Catalog on Unsplash You finally made it to Friday! You did that sis! Now take a break with a quick read from DNC. Enjoy her short story, “The Season for Living”, from her #12daysofashortstory challenge on her blog DNCwrites.com. The Season for Living by DNC Snow danced with the wind to…
‘Love Notes’ just in Time for Valentine’s Day
It’s a love thing and #blacklove is a beautiful sight. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, take a lover’s break with a new YouTubing couple, Shanna and G-mo, who share their journey through a long distance relationship to engagement and more. Catch the first episode of Love Notes.