Just Your Average Black Woman Going Through Life
‘Tis the season in which I love the most. A time to spread love, joy, and peace. Watching movies that incorporate this is always a fun addition. This year, there have been some good movies so far. In counting down the 15 days left in 2025, here are a few movie selections to get…
Having a horror or thriller created by a Black filmmaker is still very few and far in between. Now, having a Black actor in these films have increased over the years. The relationship between Black people and horror films has not always been friendly. In early history, there was the negative use of Blackface…
I recently watched the three-part docuseries Katrina: Come Hell and High Water. It details what took place after Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans 20 years later. These people did not just endure one day of suffering following the hurricane. It took a few days for most of them to just receive food and water…
As I am getting closer to being another year older, so many things happen that make me reflect on life. Wondering if I have done your best so far. Thinking of my future goals. And, wondering how people in my life see me. This past week a part of my childhood memories was altered…
Summertime is the time where you find many music festivals and outside free concerts due to the warmer weather. Most times it’s the artists who have been around for years doing these shows, compared to the newer artists. This past weekend was Essence Festival. I heard of many great acts performing such as Lauryn…
On Sunday, it is Father’s Day. This title is meant for the men who have a great presence in their child’s life. One who teaches, guides, and loves their child. It can even be given to other male figures in their your who helps. They all should be acknowledged for their guidance. Having a…
I finally finished the drama series ‘Forever’ created by Mara Brock Akil on Netflix. It’s based on the book of the same title by Judy Blume. Written in the 1970’s, this book was controversial during this time. As someone who loved reading since I was a kid. One of the author’s I read a lot…
A divided city is never a good thing. Right now, I feel like New York City (NYC) is going through it again. The people who are to represent the average New Yorker are at war with each other. This puts us in a position where we slow down our progress and the working class…
I love the Christmas Holiday season, but the new movies start in October now, which is a little too early in my book. The funny thing is I still watch some of them early. In the last few years, there has been a more diverse selection that is more representative of the many cultures…
The bulk of my holiday shopping took place in late September, early October. I do this to reduce the stress during the season and have more time to actually enjoy it. Also, because I get better deals on many gift items. I feel like this year, the energy in New York City has a…