“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, … Continue reading
Be still when you have nothing to say; when genuine passion moves you, say what you’ve got to say, and say it hot. – D.H. Lawrence It’s actually not that I have nothing to say, honey please. I have too … Continue reading
To constantly evolve, you must constantly surround yourself with the people you want to be more like. These photos, taken New Year’s Day after brunch with friends, represent evolution. Much like old wisdom tailored for a new generation, this dress … Continue reading
Back in the summer 2009 I did burlesque. World-famous Veronica Varlow, the vampy black-haired Danger Dame of burlesque based in New York City, graciously took me in for a gratis, private training session. After all, I’d need at least three hours … Continue reading
SPOILER ALERT: I’m about to show you something reeeeally trippy! Okay, I actually didn’t spoil it because I haven’t shown you anything yet. But just you wait. I’m making you read first. Soo… right before all the chaos struck about … Continue reading
Since the last time I blogged five days ago, a LOT has gone on in my brain. I’m back… and I’ve been to the MOON in the meantime. I have some news. My bubble has popped. I have re-read almost … Continue reading
This blog post was going to be my last here on Before and Afro. I don’t even know if it’s possible for me to explain to you what these last two weeks have been like. I’ve been living in The … Continue reading
Yesterday afternoon I found myself basking in the zen of a beautiful sanctuary in the East Village: My best friend Michelle’s apartment. The 101 on Michelle: A few months ago Michelle went to India, found enlightenment, quit her job, and … Continue reading
I have a very long list of stories and things that I’m dying to tell you. All at once! But I can’t. Have I mapped out a blog schedule of all these topics? Psssssshhht. While I have a general sense … Continue reading
It’s been two full, whirlwind weeks of blogging and man, I’m loving every minute of it! Yep, even that delirious minute just before 5 AM the other night, still up and writing. Those kinds of adrenaline-filled minutes make my life. … Continue reading
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