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Inspiration Via Maya
In the midst of achievement and success, sometimes you’ll also encounter jealousy, anger, and competitive energy from unlikely sources. That’s what I’m dealing with now, bellas. That kind of negativity can be disquieting to the spirit. On days when it gets to me, I tend to do as my mom suggests and shroud myself in [...]
Celebrate for a Cause
Friends in Chicago, the weather may be chilly and the streets may still be slushy — but I hope you’re still going out and about despite it all. Because on February 21, I’d love to meet you at a truly delicious event! My friend Courtney of the awesome food blog CocoCooks is part of a [...]
A Post Valentine’s Giveaway
I hope you enjoyed Valentine’s Day! We enjoyed a beautiful and romantic day here in Chicago. We spent the morning in Chinatown, attending the Chinese New Year parade. Yesterday was the first day of the Year of the Tiger, and Chinatown was densely packed with onlookers. You can see some photos from the day here [...]
Measha Opens the Olympics!
Did you see the opening ceremonies of the Winter Olympics? If you did, and you’re a longtime Afrobella reader, you may have instantly recognize Canadian opera singer and former Afrobella of the Week, Measha Bruggersgosman. I interviewed Measha back in 2007 when she was touring with the Cleveland Orchestra. It was such a pleasure to [...]
Aloha! My Hawaii Videos are on Black Atlas
Bellas! Fellas! Remember I went to Hawaii in January? My articles and videos are finally up on Black Atlas. This is an exciting first for me, and the fulfillment of a New Year’s Resolution. I’ve faced my fear! And these are my first real on-camera YouTube videos. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2EUpRt60MU I’m not loving myself on camera 100% [...]
5 Last Minute Valentine’s Gift Suggestions
Did it sneak up on you too?? Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day, which means you’ve still got a few hours to sneak off to the mall to get your special someone a gift to remember. I got your back, fellas! Here are some outstanding ideas for you that I’ve tried and tested. And they’re all available [...]
Whitney Houston Giveaway Winners
Loved your responses on the Whitney Houston giveaway post! I had to chime in with my own choice for favorite Whitney Houston song — although it isn’t one that appears on her debut album, Whitney Houston. I gotta say, my favorite Whitney song is It’s Not Right, But It’s OK. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6J538b-OLRU Why? Because I love [...]
