When you go through a breakup, it feels like the worst thing that could ever happen. You fight with the idea of really being okay with that person no longer being a part of your life. It’s an all out uphill battle as you picture your life without them and the ways you’ll have to fight to get over them. Sometimes I wonder if because of that we’re so open to the idea of friendships with our exes. I ponder if that’s the reason many of us think it’s possible to be friends with an ex. Continue Reading
Black Girls Who Write
I want you to know that you get to start over, start fresh and recreate. This is the time like many others, where beginning again is okay. Continue Reading
I can’t believe I have to write a post about this, about boundaries. But y’all we are in an era where the exes are just not getting it and because of that the demise of relationships are happening everywhere. I can’t even begin to explain to you all how many times I have seen an ex step out of her lane. Thinking that it’s appropriate to do certain things or behave a certain way when communicating with her former man, who is now your (my) man. If it’s not a text message saying “wyd” past 7pm, it’s a “Good morning” text before the sun rises. Neither of them being okay to send to a man who is with someone else. Don’t they get it? Their former man is taken. He is with someone else now and y’all are happy. Thriving in a way that doesn’t welcome distraction, disrespect, or other people. Exes included.
So without further ado, lets jump straight into things shall we? Today’s post is for the boundaries your man’s ex woman should respect. Hell needs to respect if we’re getting literal. Continue Reading
Life lesson number #1.
My mom said always save your money, you never know when you could end up broke.
As a child I thought that was silly, how could money disappear on its own? Continue Reading
Happy start of the week you guys! I woke up so ready to get my day started. I mean, yes I am a morning person, so most of my mornings usually begin like this. But today? Today felt especially good. I’d like to think much of it stems from my wonderful experience at Fig & Olive: Houston this past weekend. After a draining, but rewarding week — my visit to the restaurant was just what the Doctor ordered. I ate yummy food, laughed till I was nearly at the point of tears, and indulged in a cocktail… or three. Maybe two? Needless to say, I enjoyed my time thoroughly. SO, it stands to reason that in today’s post I’m sharing all things Fig & Olive. From the scenic views, to the food, all the way down to the staff — I’m breaking down why this spot will be the reason all your brunch dreams come true. Continue Reading