THOU SHALL NOT TWEET ABOUT YOUR SEX LIFE Absolutely, NOBODY wants to hear about your intimate details with another person. Trust me, NOBODY AT ALL. It is crude, disrespectful and just plain gross. Keep that for your significant other or spouse. ... Read More

As you’ve noticed, this month has been terribly sporadic. Of course there’s been a lot going on. The new site went up, I got a new writing gig, a national radio gig and launched my own online radio show. Aside ... Read More

I absolutely love Jennifer Lopez. For several reasons. She's unapologetically herself and she seems to be the type of woman who would wear heels to the grocery store. The thing about J. Lo - even if you think she's mediocre ... Read More

Have you ever wanted to cover and/or attend NYFW? You're not alone. It's not as hard as it looks, but it will take work. Here are 9 ways you can certainly make it to NYFW as a writer or blogger ... Read More

Yesterday, I finally got to see the movie, Eat, Pray, Love. If you're a woman with a pulse, you should go see this movie. It's incredibly enlightening and encouraging and truly makes you realize that the only person that can ... Read More

In the latest scandalous internet gossip, a certain promiscuous video vixen has created a video not only exposing her relations with a young Southern rapper, but also the fact that he’s drug addict. I’m not naming names because well, this ... Read More

Best known for his role on TNT's Dark Blue, Omari Hardwick is an actor originally from Savannah, Georgia. He's only been on the acting scene for the last 9 years and is already driving Hollywood - and the ladies - ... Read More

September is right around the corner and that means that fall is just down the street. But don’t fret you can still reach your goals and look the part. Here are 5 ways you can fall forward: MAINTAIN YOUR BODY Look just ... Read More

In this day and age, we all know someone who’s a publicist, manager, graphic artist, writer, or in some other field that you need. But before you hire that friend or make an “arrangement” is it wise to do business ... Read More

After 40 years of ESSENCE here in the US, why is there no ESSENCE Africa? So not too long ago there was a campaign for Vogue Africa. After a valiant effort made by Cameroonian photographer Mario Epanya, Conde Nast turned ... Read More

I know. Why is Diddy my motivation to run a marathon? Well, I'm not sure if you remember, but not too long ago Diddy Ran the City. Literally. So, I'm going to do the same. (If he can do it, ... Read More

Went bowling on a Friday night at Midtown Bowl in Atlanta with Hubs and friends. We paid hourly and as time was running out it was my turn and my ball wouldn't come out fast enough. You'll hear, they started ... Read More

Lance Gross is a 29-year old actor known for his role on Tyler Perry's House of Payne. The Howard graduate turned down a professional track and field career to pursue acting. He's been on HOP since 2007 and has starred ... Read More

So, I know I've been tweeting and Facebooking about it all day, but if you haven't seen it already check me on Essence.com! I was featured in their STREET STYLE: AFRICA FASHION WEEK gallery. Whoop, whoop! Ok, I'm done. ... Read More

Hello, loves. I promise I am alive. I finally got my life together and figured out what my technical difficulty was. Kind of. I couldn't upload pictures. And since that's kind of all I have to offer you, you can ... Read More

My absolute favorite part about traveling: MAGAZINES. I've been so busy this past week that I haven't been able to catch up on my latest issues. I'm a bit annoyed with myself, though. I left my Elle (with Rihanna on ... Read More