Happy Father's Day!This weekend, I was fortunate to see my oldest daughter graduate from Pre-K. We now live away from our family and friends, so we didn't expect anyone to come out to the short (and hilarious) graduation. But, my dad decided to make the drive out to spend time with my family for a … Continue reading 3 Lessons I Learned from My Father
When Your Tank is Nearly Empty
Life pushes and pulls us in a multitude of directions. We spend so much time working and trying to make a living that we often forget to truly live our lives. Our hobbies and dreams take a back seat to chasing the almighty dollar. And, by the time we are done with a workday, our tank is … Continue reading When Your Tank is Nearly Empty
“It’s Okay for Black Women To…”
"It's Okay for Black Women To..."Check out my latest article on Clutch Magazine's website! I love Clutch and it is an honor to be published on their site.I hope you have a great weekend filled with love, light, and happiness!-Tai Gooden
Rest Well Dr. Maya Angelou
I was sitting at my desk today, mindlessly combing through a news website. As I scanned the page, I saw a post from Fox 8, the local television station in the Greensboro-Winston-Salem area where I used to live.RIP MAYA ANGELOUMy heart sank deep into the pit of my stomach. Although I never met the world-renowned … Continue reading Rest Well Dr. Maya Angelou
Why You So Mean Though?
The Internet can be a wonderful place. I love using Facebook to connect with my family and share pictures of the kids. My friends are scattered across the United States and social media is a great way to keep in touch with them. In addition to Facebook, Twitter has been a great way to meet … Continue reading Why You So Mean Though?
10 ways to overcome doubt, insecurity and fear as a freelance writer
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A Breastfeeding Rant
A couple of days ago, I was mindlessly scrolling down my Facebook timeline when I saw this picture on xoJane.com's page: If you want to get a group of people in an uproar, talk about breastfeeding! I instantly connected with this picture. I have two girls, ages 4 and 10 weeks, and both of them … Continue reading A Breastfeeding Rant
Let Rihanna Be Rihanna
Unless you have been living under a rock, you have heard about Rihanna and her recent Instagram takeover. Rihanna is the current covergirl for the French magazine Lui, and she appeared on the cover in coral bottoms, a hat, and completely topless. The social media maven decided to post a few of her pictures on Instagram and … Continue reading Let Rihanna Be Rihanna
3 Things I Hate About Being a Grown Up
When I dreamed of being a grown up in middle school, I pictured having a ton of fun with no one to tell me what to do. Now, as a grown woman, people are still telling me what to do and after I do everything I need to do, there is not much time for … Continue reading 3 Things I Hate About Being a Grown Up
Poetry: Taken and Single (from my poetry book Amour Rising)
Happy Thursday!Since it is still National Poetry Month and I am celebrating the success of my new poetry book Amour Rising, I would like to share a poem from my book with you.If you would like to read more poetry from me, check out my poem Soul Cord on ForHarriet.com HERE or order a copy of my new … Continue reading Poetry: Taken and Single (from my poetry book Amour Rising)
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