Repeated heartbreak of single parenting.When my son is old enough to read the words that his mom has written, I’ll explain to him the reasoning for wanting a daughter.Mar 21, 20223Mar 21, 20223
We don’t parent, we prepare.Having to do what Black parents have had to do since the beginning and until the end of time: The Talk.Mar 2, 2022Mar 2, 2022
My online stalker almost ruined my name.Hiding online is one of my biggest business regrets.Feb 22, 20221Feb 22, 20221
What is Black love anyways?What does it looks like, why it’s so revolutionary and why it’s worth celebrating in all its forms.Feb 15, 2022Feb 15, 2022
I’m the mean mom, but I don’t want to be.What happens when you can’t be the mom you want to be?Feb 8, 2022Feb 8, 2022
Ah, February.When inboxes are full of urgent calls and requests to hear Black people speak about the plight that is being Black.Feb 1, 20221Feb 1, 20221
Motherhood needs some seasoningA Google image search of the word mom shows the reason the motherhood space is in need of some diversity.Jan 27, 2022Jan 27, 2022
No, I’m not just bringing him with me.If you are a parent, specifically a mother, you’ve heard an iteration of this line before.Jan 20, 2022Jan 20, 2022
Allow me to re-introduce myself (again)The famous words of Jay Z are necessary to kick Tanya Hayles, version 2022.Jan 12, 2022Jan 12, 2022
440: design of a decadeI’ve decided to do 40 differently (the decade, not the year). I’ve done the vision boards. I’ve done the new year’s resolutions. This time…Dec 3, 20191Dec 3, 20191