For anyone who has seen and understood the true meaning and underpinnings of the "The Matrix Trilogy", then there is a part of you, even in the smallest, darkest, corner of your mind, that has pondered the question... What is the Real Matrix? The reality is, everything is made up of energy. We are all …
The state of America today as I see it
So it's no secret that as a country, we Americans tend to comfortably reside in a perpetual state of denial as to the true state of the world we live in. As a country, we don't learn from the past, we choose to not heed the wisdom of those who have fought against oppression, enslavement, …
My thoughts on the “N*Word”…
Ahhh... this word has taken on multiple meanings over the years, and has been used by a myriad of people from all walks of life and races. From comedians, to young brothas standing on the corner yelling across the street to the next young brotha. Yet for all the justifications I hear from folks who …
Hello 2016: Today is a New Day
Today is a new day and remember that you will get out of it whatever you put into it… If you’ve made any mistakes, no matter how serious, there is always another chance to make things right. If you’ve failed and failed at something, you can have a fresh start- you just have to want …
We’ve come a long way… or have we?
When I first saw this magazine cover I must admit I was in denial that this was actually an Ebony magazine cover. I mean after all, Ebony magazine is for US, right? And by "US" I mean Black Women! And not just the light skinned, with straight hair and acceptable European features Black Women. Smh. …
Dark skin vs Light skin: the Ignorance still exists
The other day I watched a controversial, yet thought provoking documentary called "Dark Girls" which explored the issue of Colorism and showed the harsh reality that some dark skinned Black women have had to face and endure for decades and continue to face to this day. In all fairness, while this documentary does not speak …
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Friends…how many of us have them?
"Friends, how many of us have them? Friends, ones we can depend on..." for anyone who is a fan of old school hip hop, then you are already knowing and singing along to Whodini right about now! I've been thinking about the subject of friendship for some time now because in all honesty, the older I get, …
Dawn M. Edwards 