My husband Don and I have been married for 17 years, however, the first 15 were awfully tumultuous. We argued all the time and just could not get along. I now realize that I went into marriage thinking I would be a glorified girlfriend and that my husband would love me unconditionally until “death did we part.” That lasted all of three weeks. That’s it. The honeymoon and my … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Repair Your Marriage That Won’t Cost a Thing
Marriage is a journey and along the way, you will have to make repairs. Before you spend money on courses, retreats, and counselors, start with these three basics of a sound marriage. Instead of investing your money, these tips require you to invest your intention and time. Be on time. I know that I have a tendency to run late when it comes to my personal life. I’m on time … [Read more...]
What Loretta Lynch and Simone Byles Have in Common Shouldn’t Surprise You
Women have never received equal representation in our history book, never mind in the present. Yet, their contributions have been invaluable in building nations, creating institutions, inventing life-changing solutions, and raising leaders. This month, in honor of Women’s History Month, we highlight five women who are making history today: On February 26, 2015, Loretta … [Read more...]
Votes for HBCU SC South University to Shut Down for 1 Year
Is this a conspiracy? Is this the start of a possible trend of closing HBCU's? Ok, that may be a far fetched accusation but you have to admit, closing a school down for a year to get their finances straight is pretty much unheard of, until now. South Carolina State University is very close to being shut down as early as today for the 2015-2016 school year for mis-managing … [Read more...]
[Video] “Howard Mom” Sells Candy to Get Her Daughter Through School
To say it gets pretty cold in Chicago is an absolute understatement. In recent weeks, the chill has hovered in the teens and worse … the type of temperature that sends even the hardiest of residents fleeing to warm buses, cars and the creature comforts of home. But the bone-chilling weather isn’t a factor for Chausii Roberson, a 42-year-old single mom of four. At least a … [Read more...]
Marion Barry University Could Be a Reality Soon
All in favor of Marion Barry University, say, “Yea!” “Marion Barry is an individual who should be properly honored, but also should be studied, should be researched,” Orange told the Washington Post. “For the District of Columbia, this guy really had a major footprint in the city. On the heels of President Obama proposing the idea of providing two-years of tuition-free … [Read more...]
GAME CHANGER: President Obama Proposes 2 Years of Community College for Free! Video Inside!
Every year, we can expect the President of the United States to address the nation during the annual State of the Union address. However, we think this year's address may be the biggest to date. In a promo video for the speech, President Obama announced that he will be proposing that 2 years of community college be free "to anyone who's willing to work for it." Recording the … [Read more...]
4 Things a Good Husband and Good Bra Have In Common
It was laundry time and I was down to my last and least favorite bra. Throughout the day, the bra was a nuisance and made me really appreciative of my good bras. And when I thought about it some more, I realized that the qualities of a good bra can also be found in a good husband. Here are four of them. A good bra and a good husband will never stab you in the back. The … [Read more...]
Florida School District Opts Out of State-Required Testing
Last week, the Lee County School Board in Florida set a precedent by being one of the first school districts in the nation to opt out of all state-required testing for its students. In a 3-2 vote, the board decided to reject state-mandated testing for the over 90,000 students in their school district. According to Reuters, the board stated that they were acting on behalf "of … [Read more...]
School District Prohibits Discussions About Ferguson in Classroom
The superintendent of the Edwardsville school district in Illinois has ordered that discussions about Mike Brown or Ferguson, MO stay out of the classroom. According to KMOX News, Superintendent Ed Hightower says that there would normally be a discussion about current events in the classroom, but in this particular case, he will not allow it since there are so many unknown … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Black Parents’ Back To School List
I don’t know about you but I can hardly believe that the summer is almost over. If it isn’t depressing enough realizing that shortly the warm weather will be gone and the long days will disappear – avid parents like me will soon be sending our children back to school. I realize that for some, seeing our kids return to school is a welcomed sight but not so much with me. I may … [Read more...]
6 Simple Tips for Avoiding Summertime Slump
We all enjoy the lazy days of summer. No homework. No buses. Lighter traffic. Yesss! But, we have to remember that for every day that our kids do absolutely nothing educational, a part of every lesson they were taught and concept they learned can be lost. Let's be proactive and NOT depend on the beginning of the next school year for reviews and playing "catch up". Let's stay … [Read more...]
Why I Read to My Infant Son
Since becoming a first time mother in January, I knew that I had a miraculous opportunity to love and raise a gift from God. I also knew the extra special care and attention I would need to place on building my son’s self-esteem. Hardly a week goes by where a negative image in the media isn’t being played out, images that could create the narrative for my son’s outlook on life … [Read more...]
5 Important Reasons Why Children Should Travel
I remember taking my first-born on his first plane ride. He was 13 months old and I was terrified to be traveling alone with this "baby". Of course I packed everything but the kitchen sink, just so I could be prepared for any and everything. On the way to our destination, he screamed his head off and was COMPLETELY and utterly inconsolable. On the way back, he had a bad case of … [Read more...]
LeVar Burton Starts Campaign to Bring Back “Reading Rainbow”
Do you remember "Reading Rainbow" with LeVar Burton? I sure do. I loved "Reading Rainbow" and everyone I knew loved it too. When the show went off the air in 2006, LeVar Burton received an overwhelming response from people everywhere, wanting the show to come back. With that feedback, plus his strong personal desire to nurture the love of reading in children everywhere, … [Read more...]