Lovecraft Country is one of my favorite books. If I recall correctly, it was the first fantasy book I ever read, that took place in a world somewhat like our own, where the Black heroes got a happy ending. It's a truly brilliant compilation of all the things I love about the fantasy and sci-fi … Continue reading Revisiting Lovecraft Country
We Told You So
We told you this would happen. In 2016, Black women in my life and all over my social media feeds begged and pleaded for people to vote for Hillary Clinton. We knew the GOP was playing a long game of disenfranchisement that would end badly for anyone who wasn't rich, white and male. Forced birth … Continue reading We Told You So
Thirties Thoughts
I've had a LOT of time to think during the pandemic. I wasn't a social butterfly before, but the daily routine of commuting to the office, scheduled friend dates and weekend outings kept me pretty busy. It was rare that I had quiet time at home to just reflect. I'm at a point in my … Continue reading Thirties Thoughts
Bah Humbug
It's Christmas time, but it doesn't feel like Christmas time. Maybe it's because we're in the second year of a global pandemic. Maybe it's the fact that I finally made the decision to stop going home for the holidays because I always leave feeling emotionally bruised and fragile. Maybe it's because I don't have a … Continue reading Bah Humbug
O, Canada
I spent this past week in Toronto with my husband and family. We've all been social distancing pretty hard core since the beginning of the pandemic and we were all feeling a need for a break. So when his sister suggested this trip, we hopped on it. Traveling was nerve wracking, especially with the strict … Continue reading O, Canada
Retail Reconnaissance
A couple days before Old Navy made their announcement about launching a full range of plus sizes in store, I had placed an online order. There were a couple of items I wasn't thrilled with and I'm trying to keep my newly cleaned out closet under control. So if I don't love it, I return … Continue reading Retail Reconnaissance