27 Apr 14

Mashayla and Scott Exchange I Do’s At Casa D...

  Congrats are in order for this happy couple.  Mashayla and Scott’s fabulous wedding took place in lovely Santa Monica Beach’s Cas...
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06 Apr 14

“Would a Rainbeau Accept My Special Needs Ch...

Dylan A recent post on my Facebook community page sparked the question: “Would a rainbeau accept my special needs child??  Any single woman wh...
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images, perception, photographs, interracial, media, couples, observation, society, culture,
01 Apr 14

The Picture That Changed My Life

  I posted the photograph below on my Facebook page last week. It brought back fond memories for Brenda Thompson so she shared a nostalgic story ...
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31 Mar 14

Lissette Gonzalez and Family Have “HappyR...

Most of the BBWland readers were treated to a follow up interview of Lissette Gonzalez and her fabulous family last year in the Color Blind & Vale...
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protection, Steven Mason, black women, Tameka Bates, men, society, culture, good samaritan, public transit,
25 Mar 14

Stand Up Sister Protects a Stranger and Her Child

When I think of strong black woman, I like to think of Tameka Bates.  She took swift action to protect a stranger who was being harassed by a black m...
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culture, society, child brides, United States, teen mothers, molestation, children, exploitation, sexual abuse, culture, very young girls, Afganistan, men,
20 Mar 14

Shocking: Do We Support Child Brides Or Child Sexu...

Many in the world were horrified to hear of an 8 year old Yemeni bride named Rawan who died on her wedding night.  The poor little baby’s body ...
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inspiration, stories, motivation, life, success, determination, quality of life, Barbara Hillary
08 Mar 14

Ain’t No Mountain High Enough – The Ba...

  I stumbled across this video of the fabulous Barbara Hillary a couple years back and revisited it today.  As a relationship coach, I meet man...
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wedding, inspiration, mixed marriage, couples, interracial, swirling, fashion, style, wedding dress, lavender,
03 Mar 14

Lovely in Lavender: Claire and Phil

Look at Phil and Claire’s beautiful wedding photographs.  It seemed very well planned, simple and elegant.  I found these on Hitched.  Enjoy ...
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culture, race, ethnic, names, children, blended families, racism, discrimination, privilege, society, employment, stigma, dating, relationships, insight, black men, options,white men, black women, dating, interracial marriage, blended families, relationships, romance, flirting, advice, reader question, looking for love,
28 Feb 14

What’s In A Name?

From time to time we discuss names black Americans give their children.  I have seen some pretty outlandish names encroached upon innocent children ...
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23 Feb 14

Swirling In History: Vintage News Clippings of Cou...

We don’t need Black History Month to know about swirling black women throughout history.  But since it is February, and I like history I though...
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23 Feb 14

All In Her Smile

Misha Tague shared such a cute story of how she met her husband Jason with me, that I decided to share with you in BBW-land. Jason works constructi...
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Andrea Walker, Paula Johnson, society, crime, motherhood, domestic violence, murder, children, culture, abuse, violence, news,
22 Feb 14

Legion of Doom Mothers on Steroids — What th...

This one is breaking my heart. I am very sympathetic to victims of domestic violence to a point. I have seen a lot of crimes and issued lots of arrest...
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16 Feb 14

Yolette and Dustin, Wedded Bliss

I met Yvette Joseph Burger via Swirling and Marriage.  Yolette submitted some of her gorgeous wedding photos and now I am sharing with you.  I got...
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marriage, swirling, couples, relationships, religion, inspiration,church, Monica L, God, christianity,
06 Feb 14

Monica: “I Thank God For My Husband”

Monica L. In light of a recent post, I wanted to share a refreshing story of Monica L.  This beautiful, scholarly sister would not let negative messa...
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