Black Culture and History
Perhaps I’m too soft but I really feel for the allies of Black culture. The current climate can be confusing and doing the right thing isn’t as straightforward as it seems. Today’s question is for you! How to reconcile that Black culture doesn’t always agree and how to be supportive when that happens? An easy …
As I prepare to do my first international travel I have to admit, I’m a little nervous. My deepest fear is living up to the stereotype of Americans when they travel. Stories show up often about the Rude American who expected everyone to speak English, is rude, and trashed the place only to leave.I think …
As a Black child one of the most shocking and informative moments of my life was noticing the difference between the way I treated the adults in my life and many of my friends at school. A white friend had told me that she only respected adults who had earned her trust. I was confused, …
This weeks ask a Black person is simple. iI’s the tile. Can Black people get sunburn? I remember the first time I was offered sunblock. I was going to my first pool party ( a whole other issue) with a white family. “Did you bring your sunblock?” I. Was. Confused. Do what now? It turns …
YES. Just. WHYYYYYYY??? This is not a time for red-heads and non-Black folks with curly hair to come out of the woodwork. Yes, people do touch the hair of non-Black people and honestly, it’s just different. It doesn’t mean it’s not a struggle but it is also a specific Black struggle. Hair honestly is a …
Think about a time when you’ve gone to an interview. Before you go you might find yourself trying to put your best foot forward. You dress nicer, you may change up your word choice, and maybe even the way you enter a room. You try to put on an air of casual charm, use industry …
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between soul food and southern cooking? Many people have. There are many theories as to why this rift has occurred. From the outside, at first, it can seem like there is no difference. Anyone who has had both can tell you they are worlds apart. My theory …
An early morning after yet another sleepless night, I went to local coffee shop to grab a pick me up before a full day of work. I anxiously ordered mocha ( my thoughtless choice) and carefully walked towards the back of the coffee shop. SCRRRREEEEEEEECH a shrill voice cuts the air. No. I thought. Please …
When I was growing up, Aretha Franklin was more than just a singer, but an icon and a powerhouse we all were meant to try to live up to. She was beautiful, talented, strong Black woman whom we all loved. Let’s dig into the life of Aretha and respect her legacy. Like many Black artists, …
After living in Denver for several years occasionally I would get asked a question that just makes me start laughing hysterically until I look at the person’s face in realize that they are serious. “why don’t Black people go camping?” Even now that I can’t fathom how white people don’t know this about Black Americans, …
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