White women, sit down before you digest this. And I mean that with the full love of truth and the full warning of discomfort. Because…
Centering whiteness is one of those things that can happen so fast in a conversation that by the time everyone realizes it, the whole room…
Centering whiteness is one of those things that can happen so fast in a conversation that by the time everyone realizes it, the whole room…
White supremacy culture is sneaky because too many people only know how to recognize it when it is wearing a hood, carrying a flag, yelling…
White supremacy culture is sneaky because too many people only know how to recognize it when it is wearing a hood, carrying a flag, yelling…
Some stories are not just about taxes. Some stories are about power looking at accountability and saying, “Not today, not tomorrow, not ever.” That is…
Some stories are not complicated because the facts are hard to understand. They are complicated because the people in power are hoping you get too…
White privilege is one of those phrases that makes some people act like you just walked into their house, kicked over the coffee table, and…
Some stories are not complicated because the facts are hard to understand. They are complicated because the people in power are hoping you get too…
White privilege is one of those phrases that makes some people act like you just walked into their house, kicked over the coffee table, and…
There are some stories that make you stop and ask one very simple question: why did we need a vote for this in the first…
Yesterday, folks online were celebrating what looked like a rare moment of backbone: a Hampton Inn in Lakeville, Minnesota reportedly canceled reservations tied to DHS…
These portraits are shot like an interrogation room, not a magazine spread. Harsh light, unforgiving distance, and zero effort to soften the reality. And the…
Welfare is an economic issue, not a racial one. Let me be clear. What is happening right now is a choice. People in power decided…
Welcome back to Microaggressions and Margaritas, where I unpack the delightful chaos of living in a “quiet” neighborhood that somehow manages to be equal parts…
A whole lot of people are comfortable with racism not being a dealbreaker. That is the point. In 2025 we are watching policies hit Black…
Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Davone Madison. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below. CanvasRebel…
You’ve likely seen the image with a bold text stating, “If one trans shooter makes you think all trans people are dangerous…” It’s a callout,…
Back in 2016, I found myself brokenhearted after a painful breakup with a girlfriend who wasn’t good for me and I thought truly loved me.…
When people step into our home, they always admire the art. Recently, we purchased a new piece by Washington D.C. and based artist Reggie Gillumo,…
Life After 50: My Ultimate Guide to Enjoying Music Festivals in Style If you told me 30 years ago that I’d still be going to…
When I first moved into this quiet little neighborhood with PJ , I thought I was signing up for peace, good landscaping, and maybe the…
This past week in therapy, PJ and I had to unpack a disagreement that left us distant for almost two days. It started one morning…
In therapy, PJ and I were introduced to something called The Sound Relationship House by our therapist who we love, and it has become one…
One of the most impactful lessons our couples therapist has shared with us is the idea of the Love Bank. It’s a concept that comes…
Let me set the scene. It was the middle of the pandemic. The world was on fire. Literally. Borders were closing, cities were shutting down,…
When we first started creating content, we had no idea just how many photos of ourselves we’d need. We used to take pictures purely for…
As I ventured deeper into the digital realm, embracing the roles of a podcast co-host with PJ, a blogger on this website, YouTuber on our…
We’re enjoying couples therapy together, and we’re proud to say we took this journey to heal ourselves and strengthen our relationship. Was our relationship broken?…
Meg and I just came back from our first adventure together, and while it went well, I must admit I feared it could be the…
This is the story of two Black women, myself and Brandi Smith. We both hail from Queens, NYC, and identify as queer women. Interestingly, we…
My Journey to Friendship in Chicago As life would have it, I found myself moving to Chicago three years ago, not out of desire for…
I’ve packed up my life in Far Rockaway, Queens NY, and set my sights on a fresh start in the South Loop area of Chicago…
I’m Davone, or just “Day” for short, and I’m excited to welcome you to my very first blog entry. If you’re seeking a place where…