Frank Sinatra sang, \”Regrets, I have a few, but then again, too few to mention.\” While the words sound inspiring in the song, in reality, these words are far from the truth. Everyone has regrets, and most people cannot dismiss them easily, as implied by the song. But there is hope; you can stop regrets from […]
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My dilemma with always saying yes and learning how to resolve it began in childhood. One Sunday my father asked if I felt like going to the store to buy the paper. I asked if one of my brothers could go instead. Suddenly, my 6’4” father leaped from his chair, stormed into the bedroom, and
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PEACE, a word with one meaning which expresses the need for a life of peacefulness in different ways. As a greeting, “Peace, my brother or sister.” When departing “Peace out.” To prevent or stop a heated conversation we say, “I held my peace.” When life becomes overwhelming, it’s common to hear, “I need to go
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It was only a few months ago I sat at my desk anticipating what I would do in 2020. Never in my wildest imagination did I think surviving a stay-at-home directive would be an accomplished task. Yet here I am mandated to remain at home to keep myself and others safe. The stay-at-home order befits
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Gambling is not my thing. For this reason, I was never interested in visiting Las Vegas. I thought having fun in Vegas wasn\’t possible if I wasn’t hanging out in a casino. But, after tossing around some travel ideas with a friend, I was convinced to give Vegas a try. It turned out to be
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Two major events happen in February: we honor Black History and most schools are closed for winter break. If you and your family plan to travel during the break, why not make your vacation both an educational and leisurely experience? Expand your understanding of Black Americans by visiting these 13 museums dedicated to African American culture. Birmingham Birmingham
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Your aspirations and visions, it’s time to bring them back to life. Do you remember what inspired your dreams? Was the desire to dance sparked while watching Misty Copeland’s performance in Swan Lake? Did you decide to write children’s books because you loved how words transported you to another place and time while listening to
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Embarking on a cruise is a wonderful way to explore several locations for one great price and if you ask me, vacations can’t get any better than that. Yet there is another aspect of cruising which is often taken for granted, the onboard experience. Cruises are designed to make sure you are in a state
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A spa experience is one of the best ways to rejuvenate a tired mind, body, and spirit. It\’s even more rewarding when an esthetician or massage therapist understands the unique needs of melanin toned skin. Yet, trying to find a Black-owned spa can be challenging. Brooklyn, New York, is the home to two Black-owned spas.
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Did life get in the way and prevent you from traveling this summer? Are you feeling cheated as a result? If it’s too late for a traditional vacation, try filling the void with a staycation instead. Here are 21 staycation ideas to help simulate a vacation… all within the borough of Brooklyn. Consider taking the
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