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Checked Inn

OWN’s “Checked Inn” tells a story of black excellence that is long overdue!

Black excellence is a phrase that needs to be shouted from the rooftops.  It is the summation of a centuries-old thesis on survival.  Simply put, regardless of the obstacles of injustice and stacked odds, we always find a way to come through the fire unscathed and stronger than before.  I Hear That Girl! is a huge proponent of positive and empowering content for black women and the community as a whole.  That is why I was so eager and excited to hear about Mrs. Monique Greenwood and her new reality show on OWN, “Checked Inn”.

A Melanated Moment with the ladies of Classy Living Society

Melanated women are magical indeed.  We can turn an everyday moment into a lasting memory.  Because of this, I’ve decided to highlight the amazing “Melanated Moments” that happen in my life.  You may be asking, “what is a melanated moment”?  Well, I’d like to describe them as those moments when we sisters get together and turn the ordinary into extraordinary!

How embracing my cycle introduced me to my best friend Ruby

I had planned to enjoy the beach with my mentee after speaking to this amazing group.  I also had another friend that I took with me, and I realized that I needed to accept that she was coming.  Ruby.  Ruby is my oldest friend.  She’s been in my life since the age of 11.  She and I haven’t always been best friends.  Only recently have I come to realize that she is actually a friend.  Ruby, is what I named my cycle.

World Slow Down: What Happened to the Weekend?

Even when we call ourselves enjoying ourselves, we feel obligated to take the perfect picture for Instagram, or capture the best moment for a Boomerang vid or SnapChat.  Our enjoyment has been hijacked by planned exposure.  I’m guilty of this as we all are.  How many times have you been out to eat a lovely brunch and wanted to share a pic of your plate before digging in?  I caught myself about to do that recently, and just said…NO!  I dug into the plate and enjoyed that first bite immensely.

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