Sad news this morning — the queen of American folk music, former Afrobella of the Week, Odetta, has passed away at the age of 77. The New York Times obituary was truly touching, and Time Magazine has written a beautiful obit, which reads in part: “Her death on Dec. 2 in New York City at…
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Cast Your Vote in the Indie Beauty Awards!
Bellas, I am honored beyond words to be chosen as one of the judges in the Indie Business of the Year Awards. The contest, hosted by the Indie Beauty Network, celebrates the finest independent business owners. My love and admiration for indie beauty companies is well known to anyone who reads this blog, and the…
They Call It Cyber Monday
I was not one of the thousands to venture out to the malls and big box stores for Black Friday. More power to those of you that did — I need my personal space when I shop. The sight of crowds stampeding through a store in some kind of deranged Supermarket Sweep mission terrifies me…
Thanksgiving Done Right
It’s Thanksgiving, a day to be thankful for what you’ve got, to spend with family and friends. A day to stuff your mouth with food, to wear stretchy pants, to eat until you’re so sleepy you need an afternoon nap. “Mashed potatoes, gravy, and cranberry sauce. Wooo!” Right? Not necessarily. Thanksgiving fare is delicious, but…
A Doll For Baby Z
Thanks and respect to my BFF Lauren — my college partner in crime, friend for life, and self-described “Jewbella” always sends me great Afrobella articles and suggestions. And she totally knows about my affectionate obsession with Miss Zahara Marley Jolie Pitt. The beautiful little Ethiopian girl that Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie adopted has more…
Afrobella Needs Help!
It’s hard out here for a blogger, bellas and fellas. I do the best I can to post something for you all to read, enjoy, and discuss five days a week, but of late I’ve been falling short. I had big bold plans of creating a series of awesome YouTube video interviews, but I lack…
Obama, Clinton, and One Wild Inauguration Fiesta
On today’s News and Notes blogger’s roundtable, I discussed the possible appointment of Hillary Clinton to the position of Secretary of State, the emergence of racist responses to Obama in Europe, and the fact that over one million people are expected to celebrate Obama’s inauguration in the chocolate city! I shared the panel with Rob…
Love, Not H8
Sometimes, when we’re watching an old film, or listening to classic rock, my husband will wistfully say, “I wish I had lived during the sixties.” To which I always respond — not I. In the 60’s, life was peace, love, and The Beatles for some. For others, it was Motown, protests, fire hoses, and hatred….
Comment of the Week – Asha Mandala
One thing I try hard not to be, is judgmental. And when I read the story of Asha Mandala — the Trinidadian born woman who had set her sights on becoming the Guinness World Record holder for the World’s Longest Dreadlocks, I saw nothing but judgment. The Orlando Sentinel article provoked 75 comments, many of…
PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA!!!!
I am Twittering at the speed of light, so if you want to know my thoughts as the evening progresses, click here! Barack Obama has been elected 44th President of the United States of America. My heart is full to bursting. I can’t stop crying. Tell me how you feel!!! edited at 8 a.m. —…