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3 Black-Owned Businesses to Try in Nashville This September Why I Highlight Black-Owned Businesses (And Always Will) I didn’t grow up with a list of Black-owned businesses taped to the fridge, but now, I keep one in my Notes app like my life depends on it. Why? Because it kinda does. Supporting Black-owned businesses isn’t just about cute brunch spots or fly boutiques; it’s about pouring into people who pour into us. It’s about intention. It’s about community. And it’s especially about making sure our money circulates in places where it can create real change. As a Black creative, I know firsthand how hard it is to build something from the ground up. I see the hustle behind every cocktail, candle, and curated experience. So, each month for Black in Nashville on Legacy Said So, I’ll be highlighting 3 Nashville Businesses owned by Black people you should check out, starting…

The Double-Edged Sword of Masculine Presentation Let’s keep it real… being a masculine presenting woman in the lesbian community can be like walking a tightrope over a pit of stereotypes and assumptions. You’ve got to balance who you are with how the world sees you, and that world often has a skewed, judgmental view. We’re talking about the unfair, heavy load of being perceived as more aggressive, more toxic, and even abusive, just because you choose to rock a more masculine look. When you walk into a room, people’s eyes aren’t just on you, they’re on the version of you they’ve already decided exists. But let’s keep it a buck: abuse, whether it’s physical, emotional, or mental doesn’t have a uniform. Abuse can come from brokenness, power struggles, and from control issues. It doesn’t favor masculine over feminine, or vice versa. Anyone can be abusive, and anyone can be a…