To My White Friends

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Memorial Day

On Memorial Day, we honor those fallen soldiers who gave their lives for our freedom. We honor Pvt. Janelle F. King, Spec. Tyanna S. Avery-Felder, Spec. Christine M. Ndururi, Staff Sgt. Lillian Clamens, Sgt. Keicia M. Hines, Pfc. Lavena L. Johnson, Spec. Lakeisha M. Bailey, Staff Sgt. Carletta S. Davis, Petty Officer 1st Class Cherie L. Morton, Army Spc. Katrina L. Johnson, Staff Sgt. Alicia Birchett, Pfc. Leslie D. Jackson and thousands of others. Thank you for your service. Rest in Eternal Peace. 🇺🇸 Information list from the Faces of the Fallen by Washington Post and the National Association of Black Military Women.

2020 Graduates

The JOY of Sisterhood! To the ladies of the Class of 2020 at my alma mater , Spelman College, and to all the graduating seniors across the country, we salute you! #CELEBRATE your hard work this year. You deserve all the ACCOLADES and PRAISE! 💙 #TB to our class reunion #SistersChapel #spelmansisters

Throwback Thursday

I still have time for a #tbt. Detroit. Northwest side. Cherrylawn Street. Back in the day. A time when we just hung outside enjoying the sunshine. “I wish those days 🎶 would 🎵come back once more.” 🎼

Pastor Sarah Jakes Roberts

"Full Circle" - I was so moved by the Mother's Day sermon that Pastor Sarah Jakes Roberts gave that I wanted to speak with her about the origin of the message. She spoke about our lives moving in circles and how we can use those circles in trying times like we are in now. I hope my conversation with this phenomenal woman touches you and inspires you.

#ShowMeYourWalk

Celebrating HBCU’S

I am honored to be a part of President Barack Obama’s Celebration of HBCU’s graduating class of 2020! The #ShowMeYourWalk presented is presented by Chase this Sat. May 16th, 2pmET/11amPT. Join me, Kevin Hart, Senator Kamala Harris, Steve Harvey and a host of others as we give the students and their families the celebration they deserve! Click here to find out more info.

Celebrating 2020 Graduates

Happy 70th Birthday, Stevie Wonder!

To my friend and Detroit homeboy, I’m wishing you a wonderful 70th birthday! Thank you for all the joy you have brought into our lives! 🎉

Happy Mother’s Day

Mom, a cute throwback on this special day. You were giving your model pose while I was cheesing for the camera. I wish I could squeeze you in person. Can’t wait until we can take another picture. While we are social distancing, I’m sending you a cyber hug and wishing you a Happy Mother’s Day!

Niya Brown Matthews - COVID-19 Survivor

"I take it very personal...I see people out with no mask, no gloves and I can't believe it."

43-year-old Niya Brown Matthews says she almost died after contracting COVID-19.

The wife and mother who lives in Georgia says it is very disturbing to see people outdoors without the proper protection and not social distancing.

And she has a message for those who think they could not be seriously affected.

Black Women and COVID-19

I interviewed Chilah Harper, a nurse at Veterans’ Hospital in my hometown of Detroit, Michigan. She almost lost her life after contracting the coronavirus. I wanted to talk to her because black women are the underrepresented face of COVID-19 and more of their stories need to be told.

Supporting our Immune System

Sharing with you some of the things I do to stay healthy and try to support my immune system.

Jigsaw Puzzle

Everyone is going a little stir crazy right now. Here is an Old Skool remedy that can help you and your family pass the time and take your mind off of what is happening in the world right now. I haven’t put together a jigsaw puzzle in years and it was so much fun. It takes so much concentration that it takes your mind off the news. Thank you to my Spelman Sister Shauna Bain for including this in my gift bag!

In a Perfect World

This past weekend, I attended my dear friend Manuela Testolini’s “In a Perfect World” luncheon celebrating some phenomenal women. Luncheon honoree Misty Copeland spoke about her journey to becoming the first African American female lead dancer of the American Ballet Theater. Very empowering afternoon with women who are changing the world!

In a Perfect World Founder (left); Misty Copeland (center)

(left to right) Emma Grede of ‘Good American’ clothing, Misty Copeland, Deborah Santana, and Noora Raj Brown of Goop.

(left to right) D’Angela Procter, Tanika Ray, me and Marilyn Booker - all my Spelman Sisters.

Emma Grede of Good American

My friend Simone Smith

LaTanya Richardson

Big Sister Tonya Winfield

Friend Tammy Warren

Manuela’s mom, her little daughter Luna and Gina Loring

Maya Henry and Towalame Austin