I am wishing a special happy birthday to one of my best friends in the whole wide world, Shawn Gordon. He and I grew up together and he has been not only a friend, but a brother to me over the years. This man knows me and I know him. Even though he now lives in Atlanta, our bond remains as ...
Someone’s Life Is Tied To Your Dreams
Tyler Perry’s BET Awards speech last week really had a profound effect on me. As the movie director, writer and actor accepted the Ultimate Icon Award, he gave one charge to the people sitting in the room: “own your stuff.” In other words, take control of your life and get in the driver’s ...
I Met Congresswoman Maxine Waters
I never imagined that I’d meet Congresswoman Maxine Waters in person — and get up close and personal with someone I’ve admired for so long. But at Summit 21 in Atlanta, that’s exactly what happened, and it was an experience I will never forget. The feisty California congresswoman, celebrated ...
Tyler Perry’s A Madea Family Funeral – Save Your Money
Let me say from the onset that I am a Tyler Perry fan. Not Tyler Perry the filmmaker. Not Tyler Perry the writer. Tyler Perry, the man. I love that he his living his wildest dream and continues to persevere in spite of the criticisms levelled against him. I find his composure dignified and ...
Adding Spice To Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta
Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta has a lot more flavor now that a little Jamaican Spice has been added to stir the pot. Atlanta is my favorite in the L&HH franchise. Always has been. That’s mostly due to the fact that I went to university in Atlanta, so it’s very familiar to me. Secondly, I ...
