a.eye / http://1219sibmtt.blogspot.com

He's unbelievable

Yesterday was my uncle's birthday. He was the only true uncle I had who lived in the states. He had his issues, but as a child, I was oblivious to these. To me, he was the cool uncle. To me he was an amazing man who knew how to have fun and had a truly contagious laugh that I can ... Read More...

The Cubicle Chick / http://www.thecubiclechick.com

Fab Fete: Create an Oscar Themed Party with ‘Skinny’ Oscar Cocktails

In 1998 (the year of the film, Titanic), I had an Oscar celebration complete with cupcakes with platinum and gold frosting. We also had our own "Oscars" in which we voted on our favorite movies in each category, and I used envelopes with gold embossed seals to open the results. ... Read More...

Jamie Fleming-Dixon / http://forcoloredgurls.com

Black Girls Who Rock: J’Zhanel JZ Cole

It’s Black History Month! And to celebrate, each week, FCG will highlight a black woman who rocks and who is doing amazing thing. This week, it’s all about JZhanel JZ Cole, actor, model, host and entrepreneur. For Colored Gurls: Can you tell us about what you do? J’Zhanel JZ Cole ... Read More...

Evelyn Parham / http://evelynparham.com

Your Comprehensive Green Juicing Guide: Review

Your Comprehensive Green Juicing Guide: Review
How many of you have said, “I want to start juicing, but I don’t know where to begin?” Yeah, I know you have thought that, because I have thought those same thoughts myself. I am not a regular juicer, not because I don’t have a juicer. I actually own an amazing juicer ... Read More...

La Shawn / http://lashawnbarber.com

Counseling and Religious Freedom

Counseling and Religious Freedom
Religious freedom is a precious thing, especially in a world bloated with politically correct pabulum. But that freedom is not absolute. Unlike freedom of belief, it is subject to restrictions. For example, you can sincerely believe your religion requires you to have multiple wives or to kill ... Read More...

Lincoln Anthony Blades / http://www.thisisyourconscience.com

“Anyone Who STILL Lives At Home Over The Age Of 30 Is UNDATEABLE”

“Anyone Who STILL Lives At Home Over The Age Of 30 Is UNDATEABLE”
The other day I saw an interesting show on TV that I’ve never seen before called “Same Name.” The premise of the show is that a real life person who shares the exact same name as a popular celebrity must exchange lives with each other for one week and experience the culture shock. ... Read More...

max / http://max-logic.com

A 5 Out of 10

A 5 Out of 10
When I was 15 years old, Jason Hughes* told Jessica McKenzie* (not their real names) that I was an 8 out of 10 on the scale of prettiness. This was a momentous occasion because a)I had a gigantic crush on Jason and b)it was patently ridiculous. At 15 I was a little too chunky, a little too hairy ... Read More...

jjbrock / http://theoldblackchurch.blogspot.com

Today Is Ash Wednesday!

Today Is Ash Wednesday!
Lent begins today and is observed for 40 days prior to Easter. Ash Wednesday marks the start of the Lenten season. Some individuals make an individual sacrifice as an expression of their faith. For others, it’s a day of gathering and unity. In the past I have found Lent to be an incredibly ... Read More...