These “Gave Me life”, well sort of
I went looking for Rihanna’s Fenty Mattemoiselle Lipsticks a couple of days after they were released. You know, the 14 new shades.
A Life-Saver of a Book
A real life-line book, one that will take you play-by-play through the breast cancer journey is The Silver Lining: A Supportive and Insightful Guide to Breast Cancer by Hollye Jacobs. I wish I had this book in the beginning of my journey, because it really takes you through everything! Read More
Help 4 Your Gift Giving
I easily get overwhelmed at this time of year. I worry about spending too much or not enough, preparing (food, activities) too much or not enough. What gifts to buy (Family, send your list in NOW), grades in (finished), meals planned, the house prepared (Where will all the coats go?), etc? 😱 Read More
How Do You See Yourself?
I like fashion magazines, but many model sizes are in the lower single digits. This season, Project Runway models gave me a glimpse into what is possible for everyone. Read More
What Kind of Hair Day Is It?
We go through many things as women – we tend and befriend, often instead of fight or flight. We endure pain and suffering when we experience losses of almost any type. And I’m sure you could name more. However, this is about us rising from those hurts intended or not. This is about being joyous despite the bumps and bruises. Read More
How I Felt When I Looked in the Mirror?
“What do you see when you look in the mirror?” That was the question I asked women who had breast reconstruction after breast cancer. I, like many other breast cancer survivors/thrivers, finally mustered the courage to look at myself in the mirror, a few days after getting home from the hospital.
How Do You Cry for Help?
During the past few days, I have viewed texts and tweets about suicide issues and solutions, as well as, talked with people about suicide. I encountered people who lost loved ones to suicide or I’ve been reminded of people in my life who committed suicide. The truth is – “Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem”. Read MoreHow Do You Measure Beauty?
Sometimes, I want to just look at art and appreciate great work. Take some time to enjoy a museum, a good play or something different from what you might normally do.
How to Not Get Caught Up
On my return trip from The Association of Black Psychologists (ABPsi) which met in Houston last week, I got stopped at the TSA checkpoint. Read More