If She Dreams

Why I Love Every Single one of the 212 Pounds that I Gained

I’ve posted many a caption on privileging inner beauty. And, yet, I too, am afraid of being judged by the way I look, rather than the person I am. During my pregnancy, this was especially true. Because, for the first time in my life, I was (and still am) overweight. At my heaviest, in my… Continue reading →

April 8, 2018April 9, 2018

ejeank

How I left High School Yaritza behind & Faced 3 life-changing curly hair beliefs

When I look through my old pictures, sometimes I can’t believe the girl I’m looking at is ME! I shouldn’t say IS, it’s more like WAS me. She is insecure, scared to show her roots, and trying so desperately just to fit in. I just wanted to be like everyone else. I used to pray… Continue reading →

March 27, 2018March 27, 2018

ifshedreamsguest

Jean’s Web Picks

“This was my first time with my dominant. My Sir. The white man who controlled my Black body and its pleasure.” If you’re pre-divorce, mid-divorce, post-divorce, or just want to read something beautiful. Need a reminder not to give up on love? Got the feels? Invite your crush over for homemade… Continue reading →

February 22, 2018April 9, 2018

ejeank

Where to Eat in Madrid

Confession: I write this post in an attempt to convince my fellow ISD curlies to meet me in Madrid for a girls’ trip of culinary delight. And, believe me, if there is any way to persuade these gals it is through food! After all, this blog was born through a series of brunches where our… Continue reading →

January 21, 2018January 21, 2018

rebeccalockwood

Kink in My Reflection

I’ve learned more about myself beyond the texture of my curls; yes, I confidently embrace them for what they are now. I’ve learned that my hair does not, will not and has never defined me. I am the same confident, relentless female I have always been. I’ve also learned that in embracing my hair I can be an example to someone who is fondling with the idea of going natural…… Continue reading →

September 21, 2017

ifshedreamsguest

17 Musings of a Jamaican Canadian

A few musings and nuggets that highlight the random thoughts of a Jamaican bred, Canadian. Packing so I’m not overweight is my struggle. I have definitely been ‘that’ person moving things from my checked bag to carryon at the airport – and more than once. Yes, I’ve felt the lack of diversity at school and… Continue reading →

August 22, 2017August 23, 2017

michelagregory

The Dreamers

ejeank
- Why I Love Every Single one of the 212 Pounds that I Gained
- Jean’s Web Picks
ifshedreamsguest
- How I left High School Yaritza behind & Faced 3 life-changing curly hair beliefs
- Kink in My Reflection
michelagregory
- 17 Musings of a Jamaican Canadian
- A glimpse into Cuba … My top 5 tips
rebeccalockwood
- Where to Eat in Madrid
- “Be Really Good at What You Do” and Other Advice From GirlBoss Sharon Lockwood
valeriefernandes
- How to Survive Long Distance Relationships
- Trump’s Race