— The Blog —

‘Gurl,’ “Relax, Relate, Release,” and Sing A New Song: A Moment of Self-Awareness

September 1, 2026

The quest for me to write more is underway. I was proud of myself for having multiple posts in the “hopper” ready for the “publish” button until I proofread one of them. Considering I don’t have an editor—yet—it is imperative that I review my work before publication to ensure I haven’t misspelled a word or… Read More ‘Gurl,’ “Relax, Relate, Release,” and Sing A New Song: A Moment of Self-Awareness

— The Blog —

Shut Up, Towanda—Your Name is Victory: Muzzling the Self-Destructive Internal “Caren”

July 19, 2026

In retrospect—and as “rude” as it may sound—I should have told some people I’ve encountered to shut up. Specifically, the ones who implied knowing me and why I made particular decisions or statements. And while I’m being frank, I should have expressed some expletives directed toward them and “the horse they rode in on.” I… Read More Shut Up, Towanda—Your Name is Victory: Muzzling the Self-Destructive Internal “Caren”

— The Blog —

My Quest To Love and Be Loved Begins With Me

July 11, 2026

Over the past several months, I’ve been thinking about what it means to love. Initially my interest in the topic was piqued when I noticed a social media post comparing love to loyalty, which inspired me to record a podcast episode about it. My exploration of the two words reinforced my preference to choose love,… Read More My Quest To Love and Be Loved Begins With Me

— The Blog —

It’s 50 Days ’til 50—Get Busy Living!

June 16, 2026

Needless to say, it has been some time since I published a blog post. However, I make a conscious effort to check the site to monitor engagement from readers, and today was no different. I learned someone read the post, “If Not Now…When,” dated December 17, 2017. I wrote about redeeming the time and doing… Read More It’s 50 Days ’til 50—Get Busy Living!

— The Blog —

I’m a Fraud, I Haven’t Practiced What I Preached, But Now I’ve Repented: Confessions of a So-Called Self-Love Advocate

February 3, 2026

When I decided to proclaim being a self-love promoter, I didn’t know what it truly meant. I started this blog with the mindset of focusing on the importance of showing ourselves love when others don’t accept us because of how we look or how much we weigh. I still believe we should love ourselves despite… Read More I’m a Fraud, I Haven’t Practiced What I Preached, But Now I’ve Repented: Confessions of a So-Called Self-Love Advocate

— Keys in life —

WWBBW: Three Things I Am No Longer Wearing and Neither Should You

November 25, 2023

The fact that I like clothes isn’t a secret. I find enjoyment in locating items that fit my personality and style in my size. I am a firm believer in buying and wearing clothes that I like and feel complement my body type. I also like to encourage others to do the same. If it… Read More WWBBW: Three Things I Am No Longer Wearing and Neither Should You

— Love & Happiness —

I’m Still Learning to Love Myself: Confessions of a Self-Love Advocate

July 27, 2023

“Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 3:13-14 KJV Have you ever had to rebuke… Read More I’m Still Learning to Love Myself: Confessions of a Self-Love Advocate

— Fashionista, WWBBW —

WWBBW: What I Wore This Week

November 19, 2022

After some thought and consideration of my time, I decided to share everything I wore this week in one post on the blog instead of trying to share pictures daily. I also figured it would be great to capture my thoughts on the pieces I wore along with where I purchased them. So, here’s what… Read More WWBBW: What I Wore This Week

— Product Reviews, What Would B.B. Wear? —

WWBBW Product Review: I Tried Truly Beauty—Is It Worth the Price?

May 7, 2022

An ad for Truly Beauty popped up on my newsfeed sometime ago. My interest in the brand was piqued due to its packaging. What can I say—I’m a sucker for cuteness. The first items I tried were the Coco Cloud Whipped Luxury Shave Butter, the Coco Cloud After Shave Serum, the Life Saver Starter Razor,… Read More WWBBW Product Review: I Tried Truly Beauty—Is It Worth the Price?