“…for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; marvellous are thy works..” Psalm 139:14 KJV Over the weekend I watched an episode of one of my favorite classic sitcoms, The Golden Girls. I enjoyed watching this show as a child, but now that I am older I have a greater appreciation for it. There are so many… Read More Marvelousness: This is Why I Shine
A couple of weeks ago I learned of the passing of a Gospel artist by the name of Thomas Clay. I didn’t know him personally, but I know quite a few people who called him friend. When I learned of his death I had my usual reaction – shock. It truly amazes me how the… Read More Time: The Non-Refillable Commodity
About a year ago I learned that I was the subject of daily conversation amongst my colleagues – or at least my clothes were. I was told a group of people would gather and wait for me to pass by to see what I was wearing. I was described as, “that heavy-set dark-skinned chick that… Read More That Heavy-set Dark-Skinned Chick Can Dress – This Should be a Hashtag
Over the weekend I spotted a t-shirt while I was in the mall that I wanted – it read, “Be Who You Are.” The shirt stood out to me mainly because it is my desire that all humans reach and maintain a healthy level of self-acceptance. It also caught my attention because it relates to what… Read More Be Who You Are
“Fear is not real. It is a product of thoughts you create. Do not misunderstand me. Danger is very real. But fear is a choice.” – Will Smith Fear is defined as an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or a threat. There are several… Read More Fear: Face Everything and Rise
There are so many things in life that can keep us from moving forward. From past experiences to fears of the unknown, in addition to discouraging words of others and the voices in our heads. In spite of all of those possibilities, I want to urge you to keep going. Like most of you, I… Read More Today Is National Day of Encouragement!
“…instead of talking about me, speak kind words to me…” – Reverend James Cleveland Calla lilies are my favorite flowers. In the Ancient Greek tradition and classic Victoria language they are commonly known for being magnificent and overwhelmingly beautiful. They also symbolize resurrection and rebirth, because it returns after the winter each year. And they… Read More Give Me My Flowers; An Apology To My Body
During one of my brainstorming sessions earlier this week I pondered over the topic for this post, and I came up with “Sex Symbol.” Mainly because of a conversation I had with a colleague a few months ago about how full-figured women are sexualized in the media. I was innocently searching for an article about plus-size model… Read More Full-Figured Women as Sex Symbols?…Yes, Bullies – We Are
For whatever reason being a female comes with unwarranted and unrequested critiques of our physical appearance, which can come from strangers, family, friends, and ourselves. Why aren’t males subjected to such things? By no means am I saying males aren’t criticized. I remember those “hair club for men” commercials and those ads for male enhancement drugs,… Read More Not Even The “V” is Safe From Ridicule?!?
During one of my strolls through the internet in search of clothing I don’t need, I decided to check out adoreme.com – I’m a sucker for a cute bra and panty duo. I cannot deny the fact that adoreme.com has very cute and sexy lingerie that is available for full-figured women. As I was “screen shopping” I found… Read More Dear Designers, Plus-Size Models Exist…Use Them
