By Neysa Ellery Taylor There’s a lot of buzz about Lil Wayne’s new video, “How to Love.” Most people agree that it is shining a bright light on several community ills. From domestic violence to molestation to HIV awareness, this video attempts to illustrate them all. Ok, enough of that. Let’s change the channel to another […]
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By Ilex Bien-Aime I always strive to be transparent with my wife but I realized that maybe I am not being transparent with myself. Maybe it’s easier for me to point out all of the negative traits that she brings to the table and inadvertently gloss over my own. Could I be the one who […]
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I had a question and I realized as frustrating as this for me, there are others wrestling with this same struggle. I would love for you to answer as well as post the question on your site. The question is…. How do you show (not tell) someone that they are deeply loved and show (not […]
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By Team BLAM Bringing a new life into the world is one of the most beautiful and life changing experiences a couple can have. I remember the birth of each of my 4 children and I promise you–it was as if the universe shifted (as did my consciousness and awareness) each and every time. Motherhood is […]
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We are a big fan of EbonyLoveAndMarriage on Youtube. The sister behind the channel has put together some beautiful representations of black couples in love and we have featured some of her fabulous pieces before. This video is no different. It just makes you smile. So, take a minute to enjoy a throw back moment […]
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VIDEO: When entering into an agreement…it’s good to have roles and responsibilities clearly defined to minimize the possibility of confusion, conflict, and drama! The same goes for a relationship. Role definition is good. However, couples tend to experience problems when they allow someone or something outside of themselves to determine what those roles should be […]
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By Burrow Hill/Aiyana Ma’at The location for effective communication 9 times out of 10 is not in the family home or family car. It is not where the children are around, or the in-laws, or friends or even the dog. Of course, you will need to have some conversations in your bedroom after the kids […]
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By Ylonda Gault Caviness “…And they lived happily ever after.” You’re smart. You know life is no storybook. But admit it: Somewhere deep in your subconscious lurk romantic visions of Cinderella. The images may be sketchy and a little outdated, but you can still make out the silhouette of the bride and Prince Charming riding […]
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By Neysa Ellery Taylor By now you’ve heard all the reports: “Will Smith and Jada Pinkett-Smith are getting separated” and “Will & Jada deny split: We are still together“. I am amazed at the number of tweets and facebook postings that have been dedicated to this couple. Statements ranging from “Pray for the Smiths” to […]
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One topic seems to be glaringly absent from the discourse about black women’s marriage prospects and that topic is love. By: Ms. Loveessence It seems as if the media is trying to tell us that an educated black woman has a better chance of being struck by lightening while cashing-in a winning lottery ticket than […]
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Lil Wayne & “How To Love”…. One Woman’s Commentary
/in Black Family, Love & Marriage, Parenting/byBy Neysa Ellery Taylor There’s a lot of buzz about Lil Wayne’s new video, “How to Love.” Most people agree that it is shining a bright light on several community ills. From domestic violence to molestation to HIV awareness, this video attempts to illustrate them all. Ok, enough of that. Let’s change the channel to another […]
I Need To Stop Focussing On My Wife’s Faults And Instead Focus On Overcoming Mine
/in A Man's Point Of View, Becoming One, Conflict Management, Love & Marriage/byBy Ilex Bien-Aime I always strive to be transparent with my wife but I realized that maybe I am not being transparent with myself. Maybe it’s easier for me to point out all of the negative traits that she brings to the table and inadvertently gloss over my own. Could I be the one who […]
Yes I Love You… BUT I Don’t Need You
/in Becoming One, Love & Marriage/byI had a question and I realized as frustrating as this for me, there are others wrestling with this same struggle. I would love for you to answer as well as post the question on your site. The question is…. How do you show (not tell) someone that they are deeply loved and show (not […]
Interview With The Proud Parents Of 7 Who Just Had A Home Water Birth
/in Black Family, Love & Marriage, Parenting/byBy Team BLAM Bringing a new life into the world is one of the most beautiful and life changing experiences a couple can have. I remember the birth of each of my 4 children and I promise you–it was as if the universe shifted (as did my consciousness and awareness) each and every time. Motherhood is […]
VIDEO: A Tribute To African American Couples: Vintage Edition
/in From Across The Web, Love & Marriage/byWe are a big fan of EbonyLoveAndMarriage on Youtube. The sister behind the channel has put together some beautiful representations of black couples in love and we have featured some of her fabulous pieces before. This video is no different. It just makes you smile. So, take a minute to enjoy a throw back moment […]
Should Women Cook & Clean And Men Pay Bills & Provide?
/in Ask The Maat's Real Questions...Real Answers, Becoming One, Communication, Conflict Management, Love & Marriage/byVIDEO: When entering into an agreement…it’s good to have roles and responsibilities clearly defined to minimize the possibility of confusion, conflict, and drama! The same goes for a relationship. Role definition is good. However, couples tend to experience problems when they allow someone or something outside of themselves to determine what those roles should be […]
Effective Communication In Your Marriage May Require A Change Of Venue
/in Communication, Love & Marriage/byBy Burrow Hill/Aiyana Ma’at The location for effective communication 9 times out of 10 is not in the family home or family car. It is not where the children are around, or the in-laws, or friends or even the dog. Of course, you will need to have some conversations in your bedroom after the kids […]
Stop & Read NOW. 8 Things No One Tells You About Marriage
/in Becoming One, Love & Marriage/byBy Ylonda Gault Caviness “…And they lived happily ever after.” You’re smart. You know life is no storybook. But admit it: Somewhere deep in your subconscious lurk romantic visions of Cinderella. The images may be sketchy and a little outdated, but you can still make out the silhouette of the bride and Prince Charming riding […]
What Do Will & Jada (…And Their Marriage) Mean To Our Community?
/in Hot Topics, Love & Marriage/byBy Neysa Ellery Taylor By now you’ve heard all the reports: “Will Smith and Jada Pinkett-Smith are getting separated” and “Will & Jada deny split: We are still together“. I am amazed at the number of tweets and facebook postings that have been dedicated to this couple. Statements ranging from “Pray for the Smiths” to […]
Find True Happiness By Focussing On What Matters Most…LOVE
/in Love & Marriage/byOne topic seems to be glaringly absent from the discourse about black women’s marriage prospects and that topic is love. By: Ms. Loveessence It seems as if the media is trying to tell us that an educated black woman has a better chance of being struck by lightening while cashing-in a winning lottery ticket than […]