In a now-viral video, Kourtney Jorge, asked her ex-boyfriend Leonard why he cheated. The video was a lesson in vulnerability as we watched Kourtney cry her eyes out when Leonard revealed that he had cheated with so many women during their relationship that he couldn't keep count of them. When asked why she forgave after catching him in the act, Kourtney replied, "You are my … [Read more...]
6 Things Every Woman Eventually Learns About Relationships
In the last few years since I’ve jumped back into the dating game I’ve come to learn a few new things about my personal love journey. Some are new for me, and some I’ve had to bump my head against a few walls to learn along the way. With each lesson I’ve learned and I’ve grown, and most importantly I’ve loved. As I continue on my journey, I can’t wait to see what new lessons … [Read more...]
4 Empowering Truths About Love that You Won’t Learn in “Those” Facebook Groups…You Know the Ones
I'm a member of several Facebook groups that were created under the premise of eliminating the "battle of the sexes" between men and women. You know the ones where you’re supposed to find advice and encouragement to assist you in finding love or strengthening your relationship. Yet, all you see is a bunch of name-calling, stereotyping and just really bad advice. There are a … [Read more...]
Singles: 5 Eye Opening Love Lessons I Learned from Not Dating for Over 3 Years
By: Marcee Woodard When I was single, nothing was more frustrating than feeling like I was ready for my prince charming, but all I kept getting was his pet frogs. I knew what I wanted and I knew what I deserved, but with each failed relationship, it seemed further out of my reach. I longed to find the perfect guy for me. But, there was just one problem: I wasn’t … [Read more...]
Love Didn’t Make You Do It, But Here is What Did
Letting that woman run all over you. Following that man to see where he has been going. Impregnating her or letting him get you pregnant even when they aren't aware of your intentions. The list goes on and on. Ask that person why they did it and many will utter the phrase "love makes you do crazy things". I'm sure you have heard it before. It doesn't matter how stupid or crazy … [Read more...]
What Growing Up in The Hood Taught Me About Love
I grew up in walking distance of the infamous Cabrini Green Housing project in Chicago. My housing complex resembled The Carters from the movie New Jack City and those who would visit or come to pick me up would often joke about the neighborhood. I wasn't ashamed then and I'm still not now. I learned so much growing up in that area. And I developed an understanding about life, … [Read more...]
Love Lessons For My Daughter
I learned a lot about love from my father. He didn't lecture me. As a matter of fact, he didn't say much about the subject. Instead, he taught my sister and I love lessons through his actions. He adored my mother. Still does. He bends over backwards to keep a smile on her face. She does the same in return. But he always says he loves her more and that women should find a man … [Read more...]
100 Words On Raising Our Girls Right
Saw this on Facebook and had to share: BMWK family, does this about sum it up? … [Read more...]