I “be bored” (African American Vernacular English (AAVE)) and going through motions to keep the muscle alive. What is really cool about the process is that whenever I go out to shoot, another piece and or peace is revealed to me. I noticed highways and byways were a theme this week.
Kizomba
If you know me I have a huge fear of choreography it just don’t click with me. I’m more of an improv girl. I just don’t feel choreography. People say it’s muscle memory but as someone who has disassociated with their body for a number of years that 5 6 7 8 boom kat Lorie Ann was serving to the honey bunches of oats made me nervous.
Afro Punk Paris
I need to tell you about how wonderful Afro Punk was especially yesterday, Sunday June 14, 2019. I had the honor and privilege to attend by helping Ethea @waistbeadqueen vend. I think that was the best way to experience the festival for me. As a non lover of large crowds being in the booth provided a haven of sorts. A haven that was open to everyone of course and when folks came in to see about us it felt like welcoming them into one’s home. I also really enjoyed watching Ethea work. As a Black Woman entrepreneur originally from Oakland, now residing in Houston and traveling the world around her work ethic is a sight to behold.
Nipsey Hussle
Discipline your Disappointment
Jenné Afiya
I am seeking to understand this complex topic without judgement, without stigma, to genuinely understand how it has been used to shape transformation, and healing. I love Jenné because she allowed me a glimpse into her life. This interview shines light on a lot of miscommunications and misconceptions. Jenné was the perfect start to this series of conversations around healing for women of color. Jenné Afiya is an artist, empath, fashionista, model (in all of our books), and a healer.