I've been dealing with a lot of anxiety lately. I feel like there are so many factors in my life that are out of my control. I feel unsafe in the world and in my home. My heart races whenever a stranger turns to talk to me. Will he follow me? Will he kill me? … Continue reading Paranoia
Keeping Up With Tai Gooden
Hellooooo My People! I have had so much going on lately. First, I had to say a tearful yet joyful goodbye to Necole Bitchie. I was a contributing writer on her popular celebrity blog and she made the tough decision to move on from her blog. I miss writing for her and emailing back and … Continue reading Keeping Up With Tai Gooden
Information Requested: How to Purchase My Book and/or Hire Me!!
**look it's me with semi-straight hair. I'm also rocking Whovian goodness on my shirt. Tai for the win!!!** Happy Monday! A few people have reached out to me and asked about purchasing my poetry book, Amour Rising, so I am reposting the Amazon link. For my new followers, my poetry book was released last … Continue reading Information Requested: How to Purchase My Book and/or Hire Me!!
A Word About the Charleston Shooting
As we are all aware, a terrible tragedy happened at Emmanuel AME, a historical Black church in Charleston, SC. Nine people lost their lives to a cold, calculating domestic terrorist whose name doesn't even matter to me. These people were worshipping and minding their own business when they were brutally gunned down. For many Black … Continue reading A Word About the Charleston Shooting
My Q&A With ‘Orange Is The New Black’ Star Dascha Polanco
Happy Sunday! Last week, I had an opportunity to interview Dascha Polanco (aka Daya from Orange Is The New Black) and it was an incredible experience. Dascha was very upfront and full of life...her personality is incredible!!! She answered most of my questions, but Ms. Polanco also poured positivity and life into me. I'm so … Continue reading My Q&A With ‘Orange Is The New Black’ Star Dascha Polanco
Doctor Who and Theism: My Observations on The Mary Sue
Hi Everyone! As you all know, I love Doctor Who! Today, my article for The Mary Sue posted and it's pretty awesome! The relationship with the show and theism is a hot debate among fans. I made a few comparisons to prevalent concepts in theism and showed how they are used in the show to … Continue reading Doctor Who and Theism: My Observations on The Mary Sue
A Word About My Article For The Guardian
Hi everyone! I have been laying low lately, but it's due to all the freelance work coming my way. I am certainly not complaining, but I would be lying if I said I didn't miss posting inspirational messages here! Last week, I had an article post for The Guardian about a few people who have … Continue reading A Word About My Article For The Guardian
Happy Mother’s Day!
Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there! Remember, our job is hard and the world scrutinizes every decision. We are under pressure to wear so many hats and excel at everything we do. We need each other's support and kindness. Let's stop all the negativity between us. Working moms are not … Continue reading Happy Mother’s Day!
Bad Wolf Blerd – My New Doctor Who Blog!!
Hi! I wanted to create a blog for Black Doctor Who fans to come together, get information, and (as the following grows), participate in live tweets and podcasts about our favorite show!! I will update the blog with new Who news including info about the upcoming series!! Sound interesting? Then follow Bad Wolf Blerd!! -Tai … Continue reading Bad Wolf Blerd – My New Doctor Who Blog!!
The Autonomy of Dancing In The Rain
I walk to the beat of my own musical. But, as much as I pride myself on rejecting the status quo and being a hip-hop lovin', Doctor Who watchin', Afro-wearin' kooky kid, I am human. I still have the innate sense of wanting to belong. I want to feel like I am a part of … Continue reading The Autonomy of Dancing In The Rain