In This Version of “Rosemary’s Baby,” the ...

One of my favorite 1960’s movies of all time is Rosemary’s Baby, a tale of financially struggling New York newlyweds whose luck inexplicably changes when they move into an apartment populated by who initially seem to be good-natured, sweet-but-nosy geriatrics. Guy, Rosemary’s husband, is a struggling theatre actor and Rosemary’s chief desire is to be…

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Interracial Couples and a Word on Safety: Memphis Couple Nee...

Got this note this morning: Hi, my name is Gary, and I would like to say first that I find your advice to be very helpful. I am 22 and my fiance Tunis...

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Chef Bob: Alaskan Snow Crab Pasta Primavera...

Alaskan Snow Crab Pasta Primavera Serves 24. Having a party, or just want to impress your friends?  This is the ultimate party food. A fresh veggie ...

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Snow Be Damned!! Container Gardening 101...

CONTAINER GARDENING 101 I just thought I would write a quick article to answer this reader’s question and for any one else out there who is inte...

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And the States with the Highest Interracial Marriages Are...

April has been the start of news that I’ve been expecting for over a decade. Interracial marriages are becoming more accepted, more prolific, an...

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Star Talk: Summer Babies’ Astrological Fashion Color...

“Summer lovin, had me a blast. Summer lovin’ happen so fast. Met a boy as cute as can be….oh oh those summer nights..” Most of...

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black women's hair, AR 670-1, fashion, hair styles, military, servicewomen, braids, weaves, natural hair,

Has The Army Declared War On Black Women’s Hair?...

Are you shocked and awed by the U.S. Army’s “tough” new hair rules  that many say targets black women?  According to Army Times, c...

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swiss chard, veggies, gardening, organic, beets, smoothies, nutrition, health, eating,

I’m Loving Swiss Chard for Organic Gardening, and So S...

  Almost mid April and there’s little chance of frost anywhere, so there’s no excuse for not getting outside and starting your spring...

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mixed dating, relationships, interracial, blended couples, white men, black men, advice, QOTW

QOTW: White Guy Worried He’s ONLY Attracted to Black W...

Hi Christelyn, I discovered you on Youtube. I enjoy your input on IR dating and would definitely consider you the “expert” on this topic o...

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Like, Whoa! Black Women Featured AGAIN on BuzzFeed…But...

Yes, I’m sure you’re all still a bit miffed about that video BuzzFeed did about interracial dating perferences, but there is good newsR...

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Founder of “For Brown Girls,” and Advocate for U...

Today I’ve been whining about breaking the screen on my laptop computer and complaining about a radio show that went horribly, terribly wrong, a...

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Buzzfeed Does Creative Video On Who’s Most Interested ...

So what does this video reveal? Racial biases and stereotypes still persist. But who gives a shit? It all a numbers game, so play to win....

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Okay, So Our Newest BB&W Can Sing His Ass Off and While...

If you haven’t yet met the funny, cute and thoughtful “Zac Onbothsides,” perhaps it’s a good thing, because he’s ready t...

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African vs. African American: Can We Still Legitimately Clai...

When I learned of the young black man who got accepted to ALL ivy league schools, I cheered. I posted it on my Facebook page and said, “More bla...

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The Great Debate: Should WM and BW Get Together Because Thei...

Anyone that hangs around IR blogs for a significant length of time,  has already noticed that *some* black women express the following: “Black ...

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Al Sharpton, media, politics, news, mafia, mob, informant, snitch, crime, New York, rumors,

BB&W Blogger, “Zac”: Al Sharpton Snitched f...

By BB&W Blogger, “Zac Onbothsides.” Hit him up on Facebook here. Please sweet black baby Jesus let this be true.   It is being report...

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StarTalk: What’s Your Astrological Power Color?...

Since I am celebrating my birthday today and being a spring baby, I’ve decided to celebrate all things spring, except of course, all of nature&#...

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WTF?! Human “Barbie” Claims Women are Less Beaut...

Have you had a gander at Russian woman who bends reality to look like a plastic doll with bullet boobs? Yes; Valeria Lukyanova wants you to know that ...

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urban decay, electric, colors, black women, make up, style, fashion, inspiration, face, black women makeup tips, spring, style, black women colorful makeup, palettes,

Urban Decay Wants You To Wear Color This Spring. A LOT of It...

You guys know I love just about everything Urban Decay, but I think their new “Electric” palette may be a contender with their best-sellin...

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Like Cheerios, Honeymaid Sticks It To the Haters...

You gotta love it when good wins out over evil. What’s sad is that many of the people who rail the hardest against interracial, intercultural, i...

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“Would a Rainbeau Accept My Special Needs Child?”...

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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QOTW: Interracial Relationships and the “N-Word”...

Got this note about a month ago. Yes; that’s how far backed up I am. Good Evening Christelyn! Two things I love to do is laugh and listen to mus...

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Matthew Hussey’s “Unconventional” 9 Steps ...

Matthew Hussey, relationship coach and best-selling author of the “Get the Guy” recently did a video he says is a can help you get the guy...

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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,

A Heartfelt Letter from a White Guy, Wondering How He Can Ap...

I don’t know if you guys realize how much of an impact this site has, and how many notes I get like this on a weekly basis. Men you thought woul...

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Take a Look at This EBONY News Release and Tell Me What̵...

I got the following news release from the public relations reps over at EBONY magazine. In the May issue of EBONY magazine, the publication partnered ...

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Al Sharpton, media, politics, news, mafia, mob, informant, snitch, crime, New York, rumors,

Essay by the Newest BB&W Blogger: ” The truth was...

Zac is a Facebook friend of mine, quite smart, quite cute, and has a lot of deep thoughts. He hails from Chicago. Hit him up on Facebook here. Zac: &#...

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WHEW! Halle Berry Calls Her Hubby “Delicious.” G...

Hey you Halle Berry fans, your worries might be over. Looks like Halle Berry is loving on her husband, Oliver Martinez, and calls him “delicious...

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How Bleaching Products Promoted Colorism in the 1950’s...

I saw this on “SwirlQueen’s” Facebook feed, published in the 1952 issue of Jet magazine. You know, that magazine that’s suppos...

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Jennette McCurdy Messed with the Wrong Dude; Hit Show Gets C...

There’s a lesson in here somewhere, I’m sure of it. Jennette McCurdy, co-star of the hit Nick show, Sam and Cat, got a rude awakening afte...

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images, perception, photographs, interracial, media, couples, observation, society, culture,

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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