I had time this past weekend to care for my hair slowly and methodically at the pace of nature. I conditioned, moisturized and then groomed my roots into the locs I’ve worn for the past five years while enjoying a glass of wine…or two. As I twisted my hair between my palms, I thought of … Continue reading California Love: Bridget “Biddy” Mason and the Rowans
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California Love: Pioneer Alvin Aaron Coffey
After witnessing the second impeachment acquittal of Donald Trump, then following that up with a viewing of Judas and the Black Messiah, I can't say that I'm in the best Black History Month mood right now. I keep telling myself in this moment, however, that it is important for me to keep this personal record … Continue reading California Love: Pioneer Alvin Aaron Coffey
California Love: Jacob Dodson, John Grider and Other Black Members of the Bear Flag Party
A very long time ago, people from all over the world including Africa, Asia and Europe left their homes to sail across the Earth's oceans and see what all existed beyond. They reached lands of which they'd had no prior knowledge and met people who were strangers. The explorers discovered that the strangers possessed (or … Continue reading California Love: Jacob Dodson, John Grider and Other Black Members of the Bear Flag Party
