Last week, Jamaica celebrated its Independence Day. 60 years ago on August 6, 1962, Jamaica raised its own flag for the first time. My father was born in Jamaica (before independence) so I have a lot of pride for the culture and country. So I wanted to highlight some facts that many people may not know about Jamaica -- in honor of this very important anniversary. 1. A Substantial Percentage of born Jamaicans Live Abroad Jamaica's ... Read the Post...
Buying A Car From Carvana When You Have Bad Credit
My mother was with me at the ultrasound when I found out that I was pregnant with twins. Neverone to pull any punches, before we even left the hospital she told me, "You're going to needanother car." Of course I knew this. My 2005 Mercury Sable did an acceptable job oftransporting around an adult (sometimes two) and a toddler. But adding two newborns to theequation might be pushing the envelope. Needless to say, my twins were born and they ... Read the Post...
Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Oil for Hair Growth
I've been a fan of Mielle Organics every since trying their hair vitamins after experiencing post-partum hair loss after having my first baby. They were affordable and the company is owned by a savvy Black woman. So I'm all about supporting that. Now I am not one who is into fashion or beauty. My self-care regimen is rooted in being as natural and low-maintenance as possible. I am 4.5 years into my current locs journey. And mine are completely ... Read the Post...
Life Inspiration from Malcolm X
This morning, I re-watched Spike Lee's film Malcolm X. I had seen it before, but it has been anumber of years. Back in college, I read The Autobiography of Malcolm X - As Told to AlexHaley. Prior to that I had read Roots and absolutely loved it. So I may have been more drawn toMr. Haley's penmanship rather than the life story of Malcolm X. Either way, I loved the book. It was a demonstration that religion and faith could change peoplefor the ... Read the Post...
The (Current) Truth About Student Loan Forgiveness
Over the last several years, I've come across a lot of negative opinions about (federal) student loan forgiveness. Not just the 'Oh well, you signed the loan paperwork so you are legally obligated to pay it back' sort of pushback.....although that makes up a good portion of it. There are also those that say that student loan forgiveness is a scam....or that you'll be bankrupted by the tax bill....etc., etc. And just a lot of misinformation in ... Read the Post...
