The Spring season started yesterday and while most folks in the North are dealing with an arctic chill things are warming up in the South. Springing into our goals can be tough for some of us after a long winter, but that’s where Ms. Ivy Box comes in to save the day. Entrepreneur behind the … Continue reading Meet Motivational Maven, Former Reality TV Star, & Author: Ms. Ivy Box
I Reminisce: Summer Memories and AfroPunk 2013
Dear Summer: Thanks for an epic ending… I moved to Central Florida seven Summers ago. We have the beaches, Cinderella’s castle, great resorts and all that good stuff. Yet, sometimes all I want in the Summer months is to be able to walk down the block to the bodega to purchase my stash of Swedish Fish, … Continue reading I Reminisce: Summer Memories and AfroPunk 2013
Film favorite: Chico and Rita
I have a new favorite film. I love anything jazz culture. This animation incorporated all three! Chico and Rita released in 2010 tells a tale of true love. Directors Fernando Trueba and Javier Mariscal brought art to life with this film. Am I the only one that looks at impressionism and wonders how it would be if the … Continue reading Film favorite: Chico and Rita
“Funky On The Scene” Krissy as Monae
I can't remember the last time I dressed up for Halloween. In my household I wasn't allowed to dress up or participate in trick or treating. If my local church had a "Fall Festival" I'd attend...but that was as far as it went for me. I never felt left out nor did participating matter because … Continue reading “Funky On The Scene” Krissy as Monae
Weapons of Audio Jams In The Van
I've got some more music from Weapons of Audio. The duo of brothers Floyd [the rapper] and Jeremy [the singer] always bring that feel good, lyric good, melody good music. It's no doubt that they are one of my favorites. Check out this dope track called Life Goes. They shot this video with the help … Continue reading Weapons of Audio Jams In The Van
“Think Like a Man”
By Krissy J., HerTopic.com I have never heard a song so real. Have you ever had one of those moments where you associate a song with a face. Well...let me tell you...the face of this one brotha I know was all up in my head while listening to Ne-yo's part. Take a look at Ne-yo's … Continue reading “Think Like a Man”
My Happy Songs!
What would I do without music??? Whenever I am having a bad day there are a few songs that I play to turn my drab mood into a happy one. They always work. I'm sure they are already on your playlist: So this song represents my 2012 motto. Whenever I get sad or upset I … Continue reading My Happy Songs!