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Pray without ceasing. (1 Thessalonians 5:17) I grew up in a Christian home, went to church every week and tried not to break any commandments. Over time church going seemed like a routine and prayer wasn't important, until…
Read More Prayer: A Weapon Not Used Often by Sithabile Sibanda
My Mother’s Daughter Photo Cred: Agen Judi Bola Tumblr Strange. Mysterious. Confusing. Strong. Fearsome. These are the words 10 year old me would use to describe the quiet woman who birthed me. The intimidating presence whose…
Read More From My Mother’s Daughter To My Daughter’s Mother by Sbongile Lugube
It was Zumba Tuesday and my daughter, JC, and I had just arrived home from the gym. I love that our neighborhood gym allows me to work hard on keeping my cellulite in check while my kid has access…
Read More Motherhood On A Scale Of Light To Dark by Ehui Osei-Mensah
“Congratulations on your engagement!” they said. “When is your wedding?” they asked. Bridal shower came, advice was given and then wedding day happened. We said our vows, in sickness and in health, for better for worse, till death do us…
On behalf of happily single Black African Women everywhere: How many times have you heard it? Or a version of it anyway: “No man will marry a woman like that!” How about, “The way to man’s heart is through…
Read More For Better Or Worse, I Choose Me by Sbongile Lugube
In the run up leading to your wedding I’m sure you received a ton of marriage advice. Some of it solicited, most of it unsolicited. And I’m sure in the many words of wisdom, quotes and tit bits that you’ve…
Hi family! And a Happy New Year to each one of you! I hope you had a good break and I wish you God’s best for your 2018! No plan, wish or desire will ever surpass the…
Hi again Fam! So last week I shared briefly on how you can begin to prepare for your 2018 by reflecting on your 2017. Today we take it a step further and we look ahead. The questions you…
Read More How You Can Prepare For Your 2018 Part 2: Planning Ahead
Hi bAw Fam We’re hosting our final event of the year on Saturday, 4 November and it’s going to be our best yet! I just wanted to share the journey to this final get-together and to also give…
Read More Countdown To The “No Shade Gala Dinner” And What To Expect!
Growing up, I had no real concept of what depression or any kind of mental disorder was. I began having some understanding when I started to have panic attacks when I was 18 and in my final year of…
