‘We’re so distracted by how things end, we usually forget how beautiful the beginning was” these words play as a constant reminder to me that life is not only about where you are going, but also where you have started. For me, it all began in Kinshasa, Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of the Congo)…
I’ve continuously have tried to keep this persona about myself to show that I am strong, deep down inside I’m in shambles and it hurts me when I think about it. As we officially kick off a new Fall season today, lately I’ve been digging deep inside me to address the most uncomfortable things in…
Check out this month's MUSIC MONDAY songs featuring my TOP 5 (some new/some not so new) entries by Black Coffee, Janelle Monáe, Lizzo...
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This playlist is a little something for the lovers. Yes, even if its just you, yourself, and wine, you still count. Perhaps St. Valentine knew February despite being peak winter, as a time for comfort, warmth, and for the touch of a friendly hand… Valentines Day (V-day) — the national holiday for lovers a.k.a. national…
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Check out this month's MUSIC MONDAY songs featuring my TOP 5 (some new/some not so new) entries by Black Coffee, Janelle Monáe, Lizzo...
I always dreaded autumn. Don’t get me wrong, I see the appeal — the nights are more comfortable for sleeping, clothes are more fashionable, the world seems to slow down, and of course my birthday month falls at the height of autumn’s peak. But this season is also tied to an undercurrent of melancholy and…
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That moment when you’re trying to curate the perfect playlist that embodies everything you love about summer, but the list of music possibilities is endless. What do you do?!? I guess we could just make it all Drake songs and keep it moving. Though this summer has been dominated by Drake, it doesn’t mean he’s the…
In search of the perfect mix of thingz to cut up to, this Music Monday playlist kicks off with some present day chart topping bops, then travels through the mid-2000s with some classic a$$ shaking tracks, and across continents with some afrobeats. *CAUTION* No matter who you are, this playlist is sure to make you…
Pensive. Emotional. Longing. Vulnerable. Lonely. These words captivate a bit of where my mind and spirit has been lately. I’ve been hanging low, hanging in a dark abyss of self-doubt, erratic emotion and growing reclusion. Over the course of several weeks, I’ve sought after music to get me through and help me make sense of…
This past month has flew like crazy. With both a hectic work, class (j’apprend le français) and travel schedule recently, I allowed myself some extended rest days and treat yo self meals/snacks (read: MK ate real good) i.e. in the amount of 3 weeks (yikes!). And just like that, today is the last Monday of…
