The Talk: Preparing my child for the racial biases he will face. I have sat on this post for many days, writing, re-writing, and looking for a perfect title. I’ll be honest, I was at a loss for words. How do we have this conversation with our sweet 9-year-old? He’sRead More →
To celebrate Black History Month this year I’ve compiled a list of children’s book to read throughout this month. Some of these books we own, others we checked out at our local library. Below you’ll read about the underground railroad, a march during the Civil Rights Movement, and a muleRead More →
We’re celebrating Black History Month with a compilation of African American poetry for kids. Reading the beautiful poems from poets from the past, and the present allows my child to have a deeper, and more profound appreciation of his African American culture, and heritage. Black History Month Poetry Books PoetryRead More →
During the last day of Black History Month little one and I had the opportunity to visit and see one of the largest collection of African Art exhibition in South Carolina located at the I.P. Stanback Museum. Africa Revisited: The Art of Power and Identity is a beautiful exhibition withRead More →
As a parent it is my responsibility to teach my son about his Black, and Latin heritage. I remember my first post on embracing your roots and culture, and it’s directed to him so he can learn to appreciate the beauty and richness of both his cultures. Although he’s stillRead More →
Image source This is part one of a series that has truly and profoundly touched me. I’ve had the opportunity to interview both my son’s grandparents on his Daddy’s side. Being able to look through old pictures, talk to them, and research this sad and unfortunate time in the historyRead More →