Commentary on the intersection of race, culture, and faith
As we enter homecoming/spirit day season, I want to make you all aware of something that I didn't know was happening until a friend told me (we didn't have this particular day when I was in school): When "Crazy hair day" (or any other day that would behoove one to wear costumed hair) comes along… Continue reading Schools: Stop doing “Crazy Hair Day”
Black people can’t escape indignity, even in death. It is a privilege for one’s memory to Rest In Peace.
Before I begin, I have to say a couple of things by way of disclaimer/explanation: First of all, as many of my followers likely know, I'm black and my husband's side of the family is white. I've been part of his family for 14 years at the time of this writing. I've spent the past… Continue reading Eight tips for surviving the Holidays with your racially insensitive family
Why we can't normalize Trump's campaign rhetoric This post started as a comment in a thread about marginalized groups' fears and concerns after the election. This post centers on race specifically and therefore only minimally, if at all, addresses the other troublesome things that Mr. Trump has said. Several people commented that they wish they… Continue reading Why we can’t normalize Trump’s campaign rhetoric
What I want my white friends and family to understand this Black History Month Every year, I’ve tried to do a little something with my Facebook account to mark the occasion, but I’ve always been hesitant, scared even, of doing too much. Of seeming too black. Too proud. Afraid of being perceived as being racist.… Continue reading What I want my white friends and family to understand this Black History Month
Dear Dr. Ben Carson, I was rooting for you in the GOP debate. I was annoyed with the first question they asked you (though you answered it better than I had expected). I was indignant when minutes had passed and you hadn't had the opportunity to speak. I liked your idea of a proportional tax… Continue reading Dear Dr. Carson: I can’t “move beyond” my skin and hair
Why black people teach their kids about racism I've seen/heard/read much outrage at the notion that black parents would teach their children about racism and that there are people who don't like black people. It's been said that all it does is perpetuate hate. Let me lay something on you: Black parents teach their kids… Continue reading Why black people teach their kids about racism
Due to our cultural and spiritual DNA, black people and white people tend to process things, especially these large national events revolving around race, differently. Until we can become fluent in how the other group processes things, the race conversation will stagnate because we aren't speaking the same language. This is very evident in the… Continue reading A few thoughts about “The Flag”
This started out as a post on Facebook, but I decided to blog it instead. This is a list/stream of consciousness/sharing of my own experiences. This isn't intended to be an intellectual study of the issue of race in America, but rather a hodgepodge of my thoughts and experiences as a black woman in America.… Continue reading Why we need to discuss race
The Armchair Commentary 