I quit my job one week before my 27th birthday. Not many people in my life knew. And the ones who I did tell probably assumed I got fired. When I graduated from law school in May 2012, I took … Continue reading
This song. On Repeat. All day. Black Sheep x Gin Wigmore “I got lots of jealous lovers that all wish they had me back Got a pistol for a mouth, my old mama gave me that Making my own road … Continue reading
I’m a little over a month late with this post, but better late than never, right? My friend, the brilliant brain behind I Can’t Be Famous, released an EP on March 1st and I would be remiss if I didn’t … Continue reading
As I sat applying for jobs while also glancing back at a ‘to do’ list for my current job, I wondered: “When will the job searching ever end?” I did things the “right” way. Yet, here I am one year … Continue reading
Looking back at the post I wrote last year as my twenty-sixth birthday approached, I can sense how cautiously optimistic I was. I got such an overwhelming response to that post via email and twitter, and it made me feel … Continue reading
This is why Miami will lose this year! Has the harlem shake gone too far? SchleppFilms hit the streets of Harlem to find out how real Harlem natives feel about the new Harlem shake video craze. The reponses were interesting. Take … Continue reading
“What did %#*$ get you for Valentine’s day?” My mom asked me pretty casually. But in that millisecond my mind bent in half. All I could think was: “Wait. What the hell? Am I in a relationship?!” Unlike most girls, … Continue reading
Until now, I’ve successfully avoided posting about Azaelia Banks. It’s not that I don’t like her music. I actually think her flow is unique. It’s just… she’s a drama queen! (See here, here and here) And I am NOT here … Continue reading
Every year as the holidays come around, I’m reminded that — to some extent — holidays have an exclusionary effect. While those who are fortunate enough to have lovers and friends and family (and money) are able to experience the … Continue reading
Youtube sensation Kid President gave me a cute little pep talk this weekend. And, I figure it’s only right I share it with you. Enjoy. “A Poem: Two roads diverged in the woods, and I took the road less … Continue reading
While most other people were busy watching the Golden Globes last night, I was blessed enough to be more interested in ratchet television. And by the grace of God, ratchet television delivered a moment that had me shattered in tears! … Continue reading
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Oh how it pains me to say this… Today Blue Ivy Carter’s mother showed up on my Instagram feed serving pure sex. Holding her hands over her head and gazing at me through her dimmed lids, I felt like Beyonce … Continue reading
We’re back in business, my readers — my loves! My last blog post was on August 1, it seems. Since then I’ve traveled the world, started a new job and picked up a new boo. I needed to disconnect from … Continue reading
I’ve been trying SO hard to get my best friend to move closer to me. She lives in Long Island and I know for a fact that if she moved into the city, she would love it. It is rare … Continue reading
Will return, re-launch and update you all on my life this Fall 2012. Love you! Hope you’re all enjoying your summer. xoxo Nadia
by Safia Elhillo strong girls like you must be the world’s loneliest creatures your silences, their own wilderness where the men come with promises that they will be the one that gets you to stay. big-shouldered boys who will melt … Continue reading
Well, she really wrote the letter to her younger self. But, after reading, it could just as easily be written to me. I read it 4 or 5 times before deciding that I just had to post it. Not all … Continue reading
British singer Emeli Sande’s album, ‘Our Version Of Events’ will be released in the United States on June 5, 2012. If you like this video, be sure to check out her song ‘Heaven.’ I’ve been jammin’! Emeli Sande — ‘Daddy’
“When we least expect it, life sets us a challenge to test our courage and willingness to change; at such a moment, there is no point in pretending that nothing has happened or in saying that we are not ready. … Continue reading
I have had this song in rotation for a couple of months now. So glad that Elle Varner is FINALLY getting some shine.. LOVE this song…and the video is kinda cute. Enjoy!
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I’ve said it time and time again: the wonderful thing about personal blogging is that you can tangibly track your growth. It’s strange though… because it seems like every year’s birthday blog is a foreshadowing of what is to come. Last year, for my 25th birthday, I wrote:
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Dear 16-year-old Me,
This is the realest thing I’ve seen so far in life. *cries real tears* lol