Hi, sweet girls. Here is a tip about honorary degrees. Honorary degrees were established to celebrate those who have made significant contributions to colleges, universities and/or society. Most of the recipients of honorary degrees are worthy of them. However, they are not supposed to be called “Dr.” Only those who have EARNED real doctoral degrees […]

Dear girls, Some White people actually try to justify the behavior of racists by saying that some Black folks call each other the N-word and therefore White people should be able to say it. It is not White people’s business what Black people call each other. White people cannot use the N-word – period. If […]

Dear nieces, When I was 18, I told my mama (your grandma) that I did not want to get married or have children. She simply answered, “Then don’t.” I changed my mind about the marriage thing, met the man of my dreams and have been happily married for almost 24 years. Also, I am happily […]

To my darling girls, Some of my White Facebook friends ask what they can do to assist in the struggle for racial equality and justice. This is what I tell them: Call out your racist family members and friends when they spew their hatred Expose your racist social media friends and use screen shots to […]

Dear sweet nieces, Some of the most ignorant and incompetent people I know are highly educated. You will meet some of them at some point in your life. I love you. Your Auntie

Dear girls, Our reality as Black people is that we must constantly remember what to do if we are ever pulled over by the police. I repeat the reminders over and over again to your uncle and will do so daily for the rest of my life if I have to. Typically, I am fearless. […]