Okay sis, can we have a real moment? We are officially halfway through the semester. The shiny “new year” energy of August has worn off, midterms have shown us exactly where we stand, and if you’re anything like me, you’re feeling the weight of it all. Balancing time in my…
Look sis, I know the vibes are heavy right now. We are deep in the trenches of midterm season, and between the library marathons and the endless coffee runs, it’s easy to let your light dim just a little. As someone who balances the weight of mathematics and the rhythm…
In August, we built the plan. In September, we curated the atmosphere. But by October, life starts to happen. Maybe that class you thought you’d love is draining your spirit. Maybe the social circle you curated has some cracks. Maybe the goals you set for yourself feel a little out…
There is a specific kind of magic that happens when the world decides to change its colors. It’s a shift that transcends zip codes whether you are walking through the urban canyons of a city, the tree-lined paths of a university campus, or the quiet streets of your hometown. Autumn…
There is a specific kind of quiet that settles over Detroit and Ann Arbor as October begins. It’s not just the cooling air; it’s the sea of pink ribbons that start appearing on lapels, in shop windows, and across campus. As a woman who has spent her life navigating the…
There is a tradition that many of us Detroiters grew up with. A day dedicated to “Sweetest Day.” While its roots are firmly planted in the Midwest and for men, the sentiment behind it is something that every woman, no matter where she is, can feel in her bones. It’s…
Homecoming season is about more than just a game; it’s a celebration of where we belong and how far we’ve come. Whether you’re walking onto the field or joining the crowd in the Big House, this is the time to embrace the energy of the season with style and grace.…
Let’s talk about the “college experience.” The parties, the mixers, the late nights. It’s all part of the story, but it’s not the whole book. To live in your world with agency, you have to know how to navigate the scene without losing your focus or your safety. I call…
Did you know that The Alona Leoine Foundation donated Back To School Boxes again this year? Did you receive one? If so, I hope you were delighted by the surprises within. For those who are new and don’t know…This is my third year and I started this because I recognized…
Your dorm or apartment isn’t just where you sleep…it’s the headquarters of your empire. It is the one place where you have total agency over the energy. If the world outside is chaotic, your sanctuary must be a place of peace, luxury, and reflection. Creating your “sanctuary” is a ritual…
As you step into a new semester, remember this: your social circle is the atmosphere of your world. You don’t just “make friends”…you curate a court. In my world, I am selective about who gets a front-row seat to my journey. Whether you’re navigating high school hallways or the yard…
Let’s change the narrative. When we talk about scholarships, we aren’t talking about “needing a hand.” We are talking about securing the capital required to build our empires. In my world, we don’t wait for opportunities to find us; we invite them in by showing the world exactly who we…
Summer is winding down, but let’s get one thing straight: we aren’t just “going back” to school. We are returning to the spaces we were meant to dominate. Whether you’re a high school senior preparing for your final act or a college woman stepping back onto campus, August is the…
Good Morning, I know you all have been wondering how I have been because I have been a bit distant blogwise since the summer of 2024. I had been dealing with the loss of a lot of friends and loved ones while trying to enjoy my first year/semester in college…
Given an assignment in my Theatre class, I started thinking about how I have written a couple of treatments and a good 50% of them deal with a feminine melanin base. It is nice to have roles and themes where black women get to be old-fashioned but I noticed if…
I was sitting with a heavy heart today, reflecting on the collective sigh we all let out on Tuesday night. The atmosphere feels different now, and for many of us, the mask has officially slipped. It is one thing to know the reality of racism embedded in this world; it…
Hey Girlie! Tomorrow, we aren’t just checking a box. We’re choosing the architect for the next chapter of our lives. As I sit here tonight, I’m feeling the weight of the moment. At 19, this is my first time participating in a presidential election, and I don’t take that responsibility…
At times, situations may arise where you need to reject an advance or turn down a request from someone when it comes to sex or just life in general. I am 17 years old and when I speak on purity, sometimes it baffles people that I am still a virgin…
So March is approaching and it’s going to be Women’s History Month. We have decided that Maya Angelou will be who we will celebrate this month while reading her works with GATHER IN MY NAME. Here are the details about this book! “In this second volume of her poignant autobiographical…
I was going to make this post once I started my freshman year in college though I noticed that so many of my friends and supporters who are seniors are having a hard time finding scholarships. They have mentioned going after loans and I honestly feel it’s a bad idea.…
