Navigating online dating can feel like stepping into a maze blindfolded, especially when you're single and ready to mingle. So, you muster up the courage, download an app (let's kick things off with Bumble), and brace yourself for the exhilarating yet nerve-wracking task ahead: creating your profile. But fear not because I've got your back.…
Living
In the past decade, I've lived a whirlwind of experiences. I went from being married to getting divorced, relocated to three different states, and ventured to over 25 countries. Along the way, I've savored incredible highs, like landing roles in a commercial, TV show, and movie all in one remarkable week. But I've also weathered…
Have you ever met someone and instantly thought, "Have all my past relationships failed because I was waiting to meet you?" It may sound like a hefty statement, yet at the moment, in my delusional mind, it was undeniably true. I would have never even fathomed the idea that in my 40s, I would encounter…
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When it comes to dating today versus before I got married, a lot has changed, but many things have stayed the same. I said "I do" in 2013 after dating my now ex-husband for almost five years. Tinder had just emerged as the hot new dating app, swiping was the hottest…
Disappointment is such a heavy emotion. It hangs over us like a cloud, refusing to budge, and we long to shake it off. Pouring our heart and soul into a project, a job interview, or a goal, only to have it fall through, feels like a punch in the gut. We find ourselves wondering where…
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Everyone acquainted with me recognizes my deep affection for the summer, especially the spirited essence of Hot Girl Summer. It's a time filled with effortless enjoyment, where my focus is on fun, self-confidence, and being surrounded by positivity.
However, with the shifting weather and the gradual shortening of summer nights,…
The oldest and dearest friend in my life traces back to the hallowed halls of high school. Rasheedia and I clicked in ninth grade and have shared an unbreakable bond ever since. Then there's my friend, Terry, from New York, a city where everyone seems to be moving at rapid pace, we connected on many…
I have made it a fundamental principle in my life to be surrounded by people who uplift me, replenish my spirits, and cultivate an atmosphere of positivity and joy. This newfound mantra stems from enduring numerous years in the midst of individuals who did the opposite.
Toxic relationships, particularly those within the circle of friends…
This month kicked off with a few significant chapters in my life coming to a necessary close. Closure has a unique way of jump-starting the new season. It's not just about a change in the weather but also a fresh chapter in life. Some substantial changes are on the horizon for me, and I'm genuinely…
The Streets of Marrakesh
I am starting a new chapter in my life, which involves figuring out many things I used to not even think about. I was naive to think that my journey was unique. The more I discussed it with friends, the sooner I realized that this path has many other solo travelers…