Tuxedos, Prom Gowns, & Guns
Remember preparing for prom? Taking an entire afternoon to sit in a nail or hair salon or fuss over last minute alterations and pick up…
Parenting
How the Killing of a Gorilla Became an Issue of Racism
Animal lives matter – over black ones in this nation. By now, you’ve heard of the tragic story of a four year-old African-American boy who…
12-year-old boys and Toy Guns: A Black Mom’s Reflection
I have had writer’s block for nearly two months. I am drained. We write, we protest, we stand up and things keep going as they…
Single Mothers and the BS of Not all Families are Equal
Contrary to popular belief, single mothers are not the bane of existence. We are not just laying around having babies and collecting welfare. Single mothers…
Lil Boosie and the Lack of Hood Heroes
I am entirely too happy that the Lil Boosie talk has died down. Yes, I said it. When Torrence Hatch was finally released from prison, I was…
Mother Arrested for Coming to the Aid of Special Needs Son at School
There’s no doubt that there’s a need for vigilance in the wake of violence on school campuses. Given a recent series of high-profile school shootings…
Father Leaves Baby Locked in Car for 8 Hours (No Arrest)
Within minutes of publishing my post about Shanesha taylor — the homeless Arizona mother who was arrested for leaving her children unattended in her car…
“Good Luck Charlie” Brings Out the Homophobia in People
I have only watched a few episodes of Good Luck Charlie during my entire lifetime. Then again, it IS a Disney show. So, I would never have a big…
Study: Black Fathers Are Not Missing in Action
Do not believe the lies. Most black fathers are not dead beats. We love our precious daughters and sons. Most of us are actively involved in our…
The Thug Baby, the Racist Omaha Police, & the House Negro
Recently, the Omaha Police Officers Association posted a shocking and disturbing video on their website. In the video, teenagers can be heard taunting and cursing at an African…