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Intimacy means so many different things to so many different people. However to women, I find that we all view it the exact same way. It’s something that we believe should be cherished and kept close, only reserved for the people we love. The people that we find deserving of the intimacy we as women possess. It stands to reason then, why it can be so irritating when the significant others in our lives don’t value or understand something we hold so close. In light of that, keep reading as I explore a few things: Why women value intimacy so much (for my male readers), What intimacy means to us females (for my babes), and how knowledge of both can create magic in your current or next relationship. Continue Reading
On Sunday I woke up to the news that HRH Megan Markle, Duchess of Sussex had been invited to be the guest editor for the September Issue of British Vogue. In this issue, it was her desire to highlight the power of the collective. As women from all walks of life were recognized for their efforts to initiate as representatives of “Forces for Change” in their everyday lives. So when I went through the list of 15 and began to familiarize myself with those I didn’t know — I was pleased, but not shocked to see that Yara Shahidi had made the list. I mean she’s been my WCW for ages, it feels like. So much so that, I might have been more than a little salty if she hadn’t made the list. Continue Reading
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
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
