I A lot of us folks that are not Black need to be more aware, respectful, sensitive and educated with the systematic oppression that has been taking place within the communities of Black people not just in the USA, but all over the world. All art and global pop culture take or steal from Black Culture. It is disturbing to see people that only consume the “cool” aspects of Black
I wanted to wait at least a few weeks to give my thoughts on the virus COVID-19 that has changed our lives forever in this modern era. As of today on March 30th at 9:54 a.m. Eastern Time The WHO reports that there are 638,146 confirmed cases globally, 30,039 deaths, and 202 countries, areas or territories with cases. The United States leads all nations with 103,321 cases. We are more
Growing up I lived in a 4 family house in Jackson Heights on the corner of 77 street and Roosevelt Avenue in Jackson Heights. I did feel as if I was living in a 90s sitcom. There was just so much going on with all the families in each floor. Space was tight and you can hear the dialogue within each family courtesy of the thin walls. Our unit was at
When the party was over and all the guest left and we finally cleaned up, I remember not wanting to sleep and wondering what to do next. I asked my grandparents, before they went to sleep if I can watch television in our living room. I was handed the keys to a world that was unknown to me, but will be part of my life forever. It is very difficult
