Juneteenth is a time of celebration, reflection, and gratitude. Let’s dive in and explore the day, a few of my favorite Juneteenth recipes, the culture, and the history. I’m so excited to celebrate Juneteenth this year now more than ever….
Black History
Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan-Crusted Topping
This delicious sweet potato casserole is filled with sweet potatoes and fluffy marshmallows with a pecan-crusted topping! This is truly food made for the soul and serves as the perfect side dish for the holidays and gatherings! If you love…
Juneteenth: The Celebration, The Food, The Fight Continues
Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration that commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States. It was on June 19, 1865 when Union soldiers, led by Major General Gordon Granger in Galveston, Texas brought the news that the enslaved…
Support Black Colleges + Rock a Dope Hoodie
It’s no secret that my HBCU-Love runs deep. For those who didn’t know, HBCU stands for Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Both my parents were graduates of HBCUs. My Mother was a graduate of Alabama State University and both my…
Break the Cycle: Unlearn, Dismantle, and Self-Educate
BLACK LIVES MATTER beyond Blackout Tuesday. This is not about an organization or a movement. It’s simple, black men and women, boys and girls deserve to LIVE. Unlearn and dismantle thought patterns, behaviors, and silence. Break generational curses and cycles….
The City With Soul: Visit For the Culture
This post is sponsored by Visit Jackson but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. Photo Credit: Visit Jackson You probably know by now that I’m a foodie, and I will travel to a destination just for the…
Because Silence Is Not An Option
For the past month or so, I have been processing—then the Women’s March happened. I went back and forth on whether or not I was going to attend. Not because I didn’t want to, but because—would it even matter? Would…
Inauguration 2013 – What An Amazing Experience!
A week ago today I was just getting back from Washington, D.C.. I attended the 57th Presidential Inauguration for Barack Obama! Can you say exciting!? It was such an amazing experience, one I will share with my children, grands, and…
Legacy Remembered
Civil Rights leader, Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth, died today at the age of 89. Rev. Shuttlesworth was an activist who led the fight against segregation and racism. He was co-founder of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) which is an organization close to…
