Dear girls, I hope and pray you will be advocates for others – including Black women. If you remember nothing else, please remember these tidbits: Play a role in the fight for justice. Find an activity that resonates with you and get involved. Involve White people to the cause. If they are sincere and want […]

Dear girls, If you ever decide to pledge a sorority, please keep your eye on the prize – Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.! That’s auntie’s sorority! Our sisterhood was founded in 1913. There is nothing like a Delta. In a room full of thousands of Black women – no matter what color they are wearing […]

Dear girls, There will come a point in your life where you will need to “boot” ignorant, misinformed and closed-minded folks out of your life, circle and social media sites. Do not waste your time on people who do not want to do better. You cannot help these people. Only God can. Instead, focus your […]

Dear nieces, Community colleges are the bomb.com! I have met or heard of many young people who plan to attend community colleges. They are making a wise decision! If these students do their part, they will receive an excellent education, have no debt when they graduate, have several job offers before they graduate, earn more […]

Dear sweet girls, please be aware of “code” words that may be used to denigrate you. I recall a situation at work, when an older White male used the phrase “at-risk” as code for Black people. In fact, he said to me, “Well, Linnie, you could have gone either way.” I asked him what he […]

Sweeties, if faced with a road rage situation, do not get out of your vehicle – ever. Your goal is to return safely to your family and home. Put your ego and pride to the side. We will soothe them when you arrive home. The aggressor will be handled appropriately. However, the goal is for […]