week two

Wealth is the ability to fully experience life. – Henry David Thoreau – Wealth can be defined in many ways, but I especially like this quote, because even with money, some people are still doing this whole life thing—dare I saaay—wrong. I’ve said it many times, but I repeat: allowing others to dictate your life […]

week one: just do it

Charlotte Simpson, aka Traveling Black Widow, travels the world—often solo— and appears to be in her 60s. Her photos beg the question: what’s your excuse? I’ve been subscribed to her for a few months now and she is a constant inspiration to just go for it! Not only is she an inspiration to travel and […]

by Mike Roew via laist.com When the Metro’s new Crenshaw/LAX line opens in summer 2020, riders will travel through a…

A loooooooot of construction was going down on Crenshaw when I visited my hometown in November 2017. I am excited to see the outcome of this project, but I can bet that Crenshaw will be ~~completely gentrified~~ much different by the time this project is complete. Yay for Black Art though! I love the concept and I’ll have to plan another trip to see it in the flesh.

Read the entire story 👉🏾 via Crenshaw Boulevard to Break Ground on Mile-Long Artistic Tribute to Black History and Culture of Los Angeles — GOOD BLACK NEWS

Goddess Gang

I’m proud to say I was a part of this beautiful visual; I’ll show it to my daughters one day. Thanks for always presenting us in a positive light, Sa-Roc ❤ support a sista

By Tynesha M. McCullers Just a few weeks ago, singer/songwriter, Michelle Williams, posted on Instagram that she had taken her own advice and sought out mental health professionals for her well-being. With Williams’ most recent revelation came an outpouring of love, support, prayers, and appreciation from family, friends, and fans alike. This type of support…

via Why we should support Black self-care even when its not costly therapy — RaceBaitR

Magik (a music share)

Ah, I just love this.

representation matters: a music share

I love all the love in this video! THIS is what WE need, right now! ❤

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hella black

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