I decided to read “Meeting Jesus Again for the First Time” by Marcus J. Borg. I would like to start this by saying, I will be reading this book again to be able to research his notes further. Borg ends each of his chapters with notes that support the context of each chapter. I loved that Borg approached this book similar to a research paper. Many books regarding spirituality are typically written with quotes or context from the related religious text but Borg spent a great deal of time researching his points to share his thoughts with us. I believe this is more valuable than an open letter about meeting Jesus because I was needing to find Jesus again, you would have to provide someone like me with concrete support. Simply saying Jesus is real or giving a simple quote would not be enough for me as a reader. For…
Tote & Carry This luxury bag brand known for its statement pieces and travel sets, Tote & Carry offers a variety of bags that are designed to elevate any look. Its signature snakeskin pattern and delicate blend of fabrics combine to create a striking and versatile look. This look compliments any style and personality. Tony Rey, the co-founder of the Tote & Carry, says that people will always stand out when they wear their bags. Unlike other luxury brands, the duo behind the company, which is known for its impeccable quality, uses eco-leather in their products. This ensures that their bags are made from sustainable materials. In an interview in Sheen Magazine, Tony R said he gets his inspiration from his lifestyle. He said, A lot of what inspires us does have direct correlation to our lifestyles. We dress to impress, and we look fly. The drip, you either know…
Reflecting on the book “How Good Do We Have to Be” by Harold S. Kushner reminded me of a concept my high school religion teacher taught me. He would say that most people see God in the same way that they see Santa, SantaGod. Kushner’s book really emphasized and opened up my eyes to this concept even more. I appreciated Kushner’s approach to the book may be far better than I did in “Living a Life That Matters.” Kushner wrote this book for people who have suffered a great tragedy that may be unexpected in hopes of reminding them of their faith. Kushner starts this book with chapters discussing much of why people suffer. Many of the ideas and concepts of suffering were related to similar ideas and concepts in other religions. I believe suffering is universal and people feel it in a multitude of ways. Most of the ways…
If you are going to brunch for the mimosas, this list is for you. Here are 8 of the booziest brunches in Nashville. Most on this list have bottomless brunches and if they dont you definitely can get your fill of mimosas for the best price. Like I say, “Brunch is for the Bad Bitches” and men, yes, that can be you too. It does not make you less masculine, but we will get into this, as usual, another day. EG & MC EG & MC has bottomless brunch on Sundays only, it has a cute aesthetic and good food. Stateside Kitchen Stateside Kitchen has a bottomless brunch during their brunch hours. City Tap During City Tap’s normal brunch hours they serve bottomless brunch. Hopsmith Although Hopsmith does not have a bottomless brunch, they have 2-4-1 bottles of champagne. Fenwick’s 300 Fenwick’s 300 also may not have a bottomless brunch…
Ya’ll, I used to be so spiteful. I would try to teach people lessons by using spite. Growing up I was the youngest kid on my block. Now it was never more than 6 kids total but for most of my childhood, it was 3 of us. My brother is the oldest, my neighbor being closer in age to him and me trailing my brother by a whole ass 5 years. You already know that most of it were spent with me being “too little” to do anything. But you see, I was mostly the brains behind our operations. So, when we had creative ideas we wanted to explore I was the spark despite being “too little.” Storytime! We decided to build a lemonade stand and the guy who owned the corner store down the hill said that we could set up outside the store. We built this dope ass…
Where is Tulum? Tulum, Mexico is located on the east coast of the Yucatán Peninsula, only a short drive from popular tourist destinations such as Cancun and Playa del Carmen. It is situated on the Caribbean Sea and offers unparalleled views of the Gulf of Mexico. The city itself is home to a variety of beaches, archaeological sites, and cenotes. In addition, visitors will find an abundance of activities to participate in, such as snorkeling, swimming, and exploring the stunning nearby reefs. Located on the east coast of the Yucatan Peninsula in the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico, Tulum is a small town that has quickly become a desirable destination in the region. Just south of the popular city of Cancun, Tulum is renowned for its beaches that are surrounded by lush, green jungle and its ancient Mayan ruins. Tourists can find numerous activities to enjoy while they’re on vacation,…
If you follow my Tik Tok you will know that I am a foodie. I love going to different restaurants, bars, and places where ever I am but especially when I am home in Nashville. If you don’t know by now, my favorite meal of the day is brunch. Brunch is the perfect meal for adults because breakfast is too early for the weekend and lunch is too boring. You have never heard someone say, “let’s meet for lunch” on a Saturday or Sunday because it’s lame and for the weekdays. Brunch comes with options for breakfast, options of lunch, drinks, fashion and the most important part being social. Is there any meal better than brunch? Brunch is for the baddies, the hungover, the social, and the foodies. The last thing I love about brunch is that it is completely hard to be bad at making brunch. The worst of…
Being able to cop a pair of Jordan’s used to mean standing in line all morning on a Saturday to find out if you are Charlie and have won a golden ticket. That next Monday, you knew who was able to cop a pair. Growing up, it was never me, my parent’s never found value in spending “that kinda money” on shoes. I took that into my adulthood but truthfully, I always wanted some J’s. Now, that is never an issue because I cop the shoes I want when I want. Am I the biggest sneakerhead in the world, no, and no I don’t have a wall full of Jordan’s. I wear what I like and sometimes those are Jordan’s. A quick sidebar, Jordan’s are basketball shoes and I played basketball my entire childhood until college. People actually hooped in these. I wish folks would get back to hoopin in…
I started my blog to just talk about my perspective on things. I found it was hard to find opinions, issues, or thoughts based on my intersectionality. If you dont know by now I am Black, lesbian, and masc presenting. I also wanted to allow my creative side to flourish. So, I was posting on my social media about all of the things I have created. Instagram is slow but steady, but here is where things took a turn, Tik Tok. I started posting on Tik Tok and instead of posting within a niche, a niche found me. My videos about the places I visit, especially in Nashville pop. When I say pop, I mean POPPED! I started posting more about what life as a Black person in Nashville is like and all the things that I do. I have lived in Nashville since I was 18, and since I…
In cities that are not traditionally considered very Black, it can seem difficult to find spaces that are Black. You may search for things like “Black hookah lounge near me” or even “best hookah lounge near me” especially if you are in Nashville. Unlike cities like Houston or Atlanta where you can find hookah at every corner, it may be difficult to find here. Even when it comes to finding Black night clubs in Nashville, TN, you may have some struggles. But, I am here to help. Now, this list does not include ALL the places you can hookah in Nashville. This list is all the places BLACK people hookah in Nashville. Yes, there are other places, yes Black people may go there but I know the vibe you are looking for and these are the places that will give it to you. Also, if you like hookah you know…









