Damita’s Viewpoint

March is the celebration of all women around the world.  I recently became aware of Women’s History Month. I’m excited that right after Black History Month, we celebrate Women. I love it! Women’s History Month is important to celebrate because it allows us to recognize all the women who have excelled and contributed in many different fields such as politics, science, arts, literature, activism and … Continue reading Damita’s Viewpoint

Winter Tip for Cold Feet

We are still experiencing cold mornings and if you are like many people, having cold feet makes the rest of your body cold.  Many people think that wearing layering or thick socks is the best solution for dealing with cold feet. But they actually create pressure on your feet and cut off blood circulation to your toes.  So in order to keep your feet warm … Continue reading Winter Tip for Cold Feet

ICYMI: Feature Story: Black History-Celebrating Black People and the Arts

Damita Miller-Shanklin An African proverb says: As long as only the hunter records history, the lion’s story will never be told Black history month brings a sense of pride and belonging. It’s a special time for the Black community to reflect and share all that is good and positive. However, it also takes us back to a time where we struggled for our rights and … Continue reading ICYMI: Feature Story: Black History-Celebrating Black People and the Arts

Finding Her Way: California Dreaming

Aubrie Edmond Last weekend, I went on my first long drive. It hadn’t hit me yet that I’d moved to California; it still hasn’t. When I was in high school, I was so adamant that I would never move to the West Coast. I had East Coast sensibilities, it’s where I belonged and I wouldn’t budge. It still hits me how little time has passed … Continue reading Finding Her Way: California Dreaming