Dear Diary, There has been something that has been weighing on my mind. It's something I have noticed many people in the black community fall victim to and ashamedly I say, it is something I have also been guilty of... Working with primary and junior ages within the school system, I see and hear many … Continue reading December 28, 2017
Dear Diary, It's December. The month to relive, recollect and reflect on the past 52 weeks. A month full of optimism and goal setting. This past year, I’ve lost some people (figuratively and literally), but I’ve also gained some solid relationships; specifically the ladies of Shea Butter Diaries, and the ladies of Melanin On The … Continue reading December 27, 2017
Traveling.
Some consider it a luxury, and others view it as an expensive hobby. I have to say that this is only partially true.
Yes there are some dream destinations that will cost you the price of a used car, but with the right planning (and budgeting), your next vacation may be a little more affordable than you thought.
And that’s why I, with a few other amazing ladies, decided to start this initiative!
I wouldn’t give myself the title of a well-seasoned traveler (even though many others have) but I have had my passport stamped enough times to provide some beneficial tips and tricks.
Also, we do plan and organize leisure and humanitarian trips for anyone who is interested; a great way to make some new friends, and possibly make a difference in a community somewhere around the world!
As a co-founder, my hope for this group is to…
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Dear Diary, I can't remember the last time I've updated you, but no time like the present. Let me start by apologizing to my damn self, I haven't let nobody down but myself. I've witnessed companies that were open before I was born CLOSE due to bankruptcy (like damn)! I've watched my mentors make mistakes...people … Continue reading December 4, 2017
Dear Diary, Back in 2013, I traveled to the Dominican Republic. This particular trip has a special place in my heart because while there, I visited an orphanage and also went into a neighborhood to see some local families. I knew beforehand that I was going to interact with some residents of the country, so … Continue reading December 1, 2017
