Relationships are at most times not easy. We find ourselves ranting and raving and venting about the things that frustrate us most about our relationships more times than most. On the flip side, some of us cannot stop gushing about all the good things that we discover in our relationship and how we cannot get…
Author: Whit Izz
….Now What?
Something major has just happened in your life. Life-altering, dare I say an Earth-shattering change has been made and your world just became uprooted from underneath you. There are days when you don’t know when you’re coming or going; days when you don’t know left from right; days when you don’t even want to get…
When is Enough, Enough?
*This was written on 6/5/20, shortly after hearing about the death of George Floyd. I found this in my Notes app in my phone and I felt like it shouldn’t live there. These words were written at a time when emotions were high and all over the place. And in some respects, these feelings still…
Self-Care Sunday: The Purge
Hello everyone! I’m back with another Self-Care Sunday tip for you all! This weeks self-care Sunday highlight is: purging! Since I’ve been sitting at home a lot more often than usual, and it looks like I will be for a little longer (smh lol), I’ve been taking a harder look at a lot of things…
New Merch Site is Live!
I have some awesome news for all of my followers! I have created a small sample collection dedicated to my blog site that I would like to showcase today! the site is now live and available to all! If you are interested in purchasing, head over to this site and place your order today! 🙂…
How to Deal with Your Mental Health When the World is in Crisis
By the title of this post, you will see that I want to discuss a topic that is particularly taboo and a widely spread concern across the African American community. I believe at a time when there are several things happening that can have a severe impact on our mental health, we need to arm…
Sulwe : A Book with a Message for All Ages
I had long anticipated buying this book for my daughter, but I had no idea that the message would resonate with me as an adult as well. Lupita Nyongo’s book, Sulwe is a heartwarming tale that teaches a powerful lesson about loving yourself and allowing the beauty within you to shine through. The story, which…
Confessions of a Loc’d Goddess: My Daughter’s Journey
For a long time, my daughter and i have had a love/hate relationship with her hair. She’s always had very beautiful, thick, curly hair. I would enjoy playing in her hair; but wash days were something we would both dread. Between her screaming at the thought of me even wanting to put water on it,…
Joy
Sometimes I listen to this when I need to remind myself when joy is possible and will come when the dark clouds are done hovering. 🖤 https://youtu.be/h2tbsMEpgHA
Pieces of Beauty.
Just a few of my favorite nature shots. Lately I’ve been trying to take the time to enjoy certain moments. Sunsets, flowers, water; they all are very calming and evoke a level of stillness inside my spirit. I’m trying really hard to listen to those things more. Enjoy 🖤. 📸: Whit C.
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