One of the signs of a well-written show and the talent of its actors is my likability (or lack thereof) of the characters. NBC’s hit drama “This is Us” is a great example of that. The story lines take you for a loop, but I can count on one hand the characters I actually like. Let’s ...
Thirsty Hair? Try the L.O.C. Moisture Method
Shrinkage is no joke. When I first started trying to unlock the secrets of black hair growth years ago, the biggest revelation I found was that my hair was dry and craved moisture. Moisturized hair is more healthy and pliable, which will prevent the breakage that happens when hair is dry and brittle. The crazy thing was—I ...
All’s Fair in Love and Football
Football is king in Texas. I’m starting to learn that some families will do whatever it takes to get their kid inside the royal court—even at the tender age of 5. My oldest son Jayden started playing sports when he was 4. Since he was interested and full of energy, we enrolled him into soccer. ...
90 Day Fiancé: Rules of Online Dating
My days are getting busier, so I can’t watch television like I want to. Oh but when I do, I make sure to tune in to my latest obsession—90 Day Fiancé. I told you about why I like it, so why aren’t you watching it? LOL! Other than the culture clashes, drama and sheer stupidity of ...
No Money, Still Problems
Money can’t buy you happiness, but you can’t get much by being broke either. We grew up with little to no money. We teetered more on the no money side, though. My parents were immigrants who came with $20 to their names and three children in tow. I was born about two years later. 👶🏾 My dad ...
Grain Grippin’ and Code Switching
I was idly scrolling through social media last week and stopped on a quote that resonated with me, especially since I feel like three people trapped in one body at times. “I act different around different people. I’m not fake. I just have my own comfort zone. That’s why I can only be completely myself ...
Why I Left the TV News Industry
When I was in college, telling people my major was in broadcast communications garnered one of two reactions: “Oh wow! So you’re trying to be the next Oprah?” or “News? That’s a dying industry!” To the first reaction, I’d always have to explain how I was a behind-the-scenes type of person who was more interested in ...
90 Day Fiancé: My Current Obsession
I don’t like to have drama in my life, so I guess the petty part of me makes up for that by watching reality shows. Not just any reality show. I mean.. I do have my standards. The main staples that I keep on deck are “The Real Housewives of .” I don’t watch the Dallas ...
Joint Account…or Nah?
Almost every marriage counselor will say that the top two things that cause divorce are communication issues and financial woes. It makes sense. When you can’t communicate well, the fights are either going to escalate quickly, or the silence from trying to avoid an argument will drift the couple further apart. And although the vows say ...
A Clapback for the Snapback
You know what’s annoying? People who act like being pregnant is equivalent to taking a shot of euphoria as they walk amongst the lilies and meadows. “Oh my gawww… It’s the most amazing feeling in the universe. I just can’t wait to meet this perfect bundle of joy in person.” That was never my reality. No, ...
