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My Daughter Has No White Friends

My Daughter Has No White Friends

The other day I was thinking about all of my 4 year old daughter’s friends and I came to startling realization- she has no friends …

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The Lesson Jessica Bennett Just Learned About Raising a Black Son

The Lesson Jessica Bennett Just Learned About Raising a Black Son


There are few things in the world that could enrage me enough to want to openly

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Is a Hyphenated Name Disrespectful to Your Spouse?

Is a Hyphenated Name Disrespectful to Your Spouse?


Last week I went into the bank to deposit some money. As I looked at my deposit slip, I noticed that the …

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In Order to Fix Chicago We Have To Fix Ourselves

In Order to Fix Chicago We Have To Fix Ourselves

I’ve watched the heartbreaking stories on CNN and via Social Media and held my kids closer at night thinking, “That couldn’t be my child.” That …

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Confessions of a Good Wife: Tales of Being Married to a Penny Pincher

Confessions of a Good Wife: Tales of Being Married to a Penny Pincher

 

Does anyone remember Julius (Chris Rock’s father) from the sitcom “Everybody Hates Chris”? His father was notorious for saving money at all costs and …

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My Husband Didn’t Like My Natural Hair

My Husband Didn’t Like My Natural Hair


Last year I was in our bathroom twisting up my hair for the night when my husband walked in and made the …

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Do You Give Your Spouse Chores?

Do You Give Your Spouse Chores?


My husband and I try to run our house like a well oiled machine. We believe that all of our children (regardless …

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The Kind of Wife I Never Want to Be..

The Kind of Wife I Never Want to Be..


This year will mark the 13th year that my husband and I have been in a relationship. We’ve had good times where …

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Ladies, Please Don’t Have the Marriage Thirst Gene

Ladies, Please Don’t Have the Marriage Thirst Gene


Last night I was forced to watch The Real Housewives of Atlanta after hearing so much about the tomfoolery of one chick, Kenya Moore, …

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Clearly, We Must Have a Discussion About Gun Control in America

Clearly, We Must Have a Discussion About Gun Control in America


In the United States, it’s easier to buy a gun than to own a home. With a home purchase you have to …

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