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Rediscovery

How did you and your partner stay romantically connected during the postpartum period? Tell us the playful, creative ways you showed love and intimacy when sex wasn’t always an option. Here’s what some of you had to say. Date nights … Continue reading

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Don’t Monopolize the Conversation

You may have a lot to share, but not everything on your mind needs to be released in this public forum. “Parties are for mingling, so avoid dominating discussions or talking too much about yourself,” Otabor says. “Engage briefly, listen … Continue reading

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Defining Romance

Romance can be extended to so many different relationships. It’s about being seen and heard an taken care of, and that’s what we can offer to people when we’re hosting. Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and your … Continue reading

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Treat everyone like they’re an expert

Before I started the list, I thought I was curious, but I’ve come to realize I never asked the right questions. Every person has something to teach you. You have to treat people with the respect their knowledge deserves. This … Continue reading

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Queens: Portraits of Black Women and their Fabulous Hair

Queens: Portraits of Black Women and their Fabulous Hair (2005, nonfiction, 199 pages) Michael Cunningham (Photographer), George Alexander. I would categorize this as a coffee table book. It is a collection of black and white photographs and narratives of Black women and … Continue reading

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