The only thing more incredible than the story of these women is the fact that our recent history can be as effectively hidden as our ancient history.
No More Runnin’
Sermon on Southampton
“But they said, ‘Should he treat our sister like a prostitute?” – Genesis 34:31
I like history. I like having context. I think putting things in perspective is important. I think knowing about what has happened before is important. Continue reading “Sermon on Southampton”
Katwe Keys
So many keys in this film. If we can translate these principles across oceans and right down to our blocks…then maybe, just maybe we can start to get somewhere. Continue reading “Katwe Keys”
Fifty Dollar Freedom
No one said it would be easy. But they didn’t say it had to be complicated… Continue reading “Fifty Dollar Freedom”
The Millennial and The Merchant
A tale for our time.
As I walk down the street, I see The Merchant serving a customer. The customer seems happy. I gently approach The Merchant. Continue reading “The Millennial and The Merchant”
Relationship Goals
Cliff & Claire. Will & Jada. Bey & Jay. Ayesha & Steph. Barack & Michelle.
In the nearly 100 years since humans created the ability to produce motion picture films with sound, there have been millions of depictions of Black Love. Continue reading “Relationship Goals”
Coffee Break (Part 2)
The second installment in a series of conversations between two friends – one from Saudi Arabia, one from the United States. You can read Part 1 here.
{5pm. The evening rush. The café is full, but not crowded. A young woman is seated at a small table next to the wall on the other side of the café. Her three-inch Jimmy Choos are crossed under her seat, the right shoe tapping nervously against the left} Continue reading “Coffee Break (Part 2)”
Korryn’s March
Our women are going it alone. Resignation, independence, and the beginning of post-protest Black America. Continue reading “Korryn’s March”
Words About Black Lives, Matter
In the aftermath of the killings of two more African-American citizens by local law enforcement officers, the subsequent nationwide protests, and the killings of police officers in Dallas and Baton Rouge; the opponents of the movement to restructure policing in America have attempted to re-brand the phrase Black Lives Matter. Continue reading “Words About Black Lives, Matter”
Coffee Break (Part 1)
She’s from Saudi Arabia. He’s from America. The first installment in a series of conversations between two friends from very different places. Continue reading “Coffee Break (Part 1)”