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14 Small Black-Owned Business For Summertime Shopping

June 17, 2019 Posted by PATRICIA STRIGGLES

New season, new wardrobe. As the temperatures continue to rise, give your style a revamp with some fresh summer looks.

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14 Small Black-Owned Business For Summertime Shopping

June 17, 2019 Posted by PATRICIA STRIGGLES

8 Quotes from “Assata: An Autobiography” Relevant Today

May 30, 2019 Posted by PATRICIA STRIGGLES

A few years ago I picked up a copy of “Assata: An Autobiography”, because it was on my reading list.The book is an autobiography of the black revolutionary Assata Shakur, who is currently living in Cuba on political asylum, after being charged with the murder of a New Jersey state trooper on May 2 1973. I’ve always heard about Assata’s story and thought it was time to educate myself on her story and form my own opinion. From the very start I was not able to put it down. It has been said that a well-written book can “stand the test of...

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8 Quotes from “Assata: An Autobiography” Relevant Today

May 30, 2019 Posted by PATRICIA STRIGGLES

Easiest Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

May 15, 2019 Posted by PATRICIA STRIGGLES

Going vegan and loving desserts do not always go together. there have been a lot of things I have not been able to find substitutes for (ex Cheesecake lol). Homemade cookies, on the other hand, have become a go-to snack

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Easiest Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

May 15, 2019 Posted by PATRICIA STRIGGLES

To Sandra Bland From Assata Shakur's "To My People"

May 08, 2019 Posted by PATRICIA STRIGGLES

“In prisons, it is not at all uncommon to find a prisoner hanged or burned to death in his cell. No matter how suspicious the circumstances, these deaths are always ruled ‘suicides.’ They are usually Black inmates, considered to be a ‘threat to the orderly running of the prison.’ They are usually among the most politically aware and socially conscious inmates in the prison.” — Assata Shakur"

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To Sandra Bland From Assata Shakur's "To My People"

May 08, 2019 Posted by PATRICIA STRIGGLES

5 Streamable Documentaries Related to Minimalism

April 26, 2019 Posted by PATRICIA STRIGGLES

Over the course of two days, I watched 5 documentaries related to minimalism that helped change my views on materialistic wealth. I got a few questions from followers about what to watch and decided I should create a post to help others who may be interested in learning about minimalism. Let me make this clear, in no way am I striving to be able to fit all my personal in one carry on sized bookbag. I am looking to find a balance in my life. Here are 5 streamable documentaries that helped kick start my journey. If you have a minimalism related recommendation for me to check out please leave a comment.

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5 Streamable Documentaries Related to Minimalism

April 26, 2019 Posted by PATRICIA STRIGGLES

Everything You Should Know About Kente Cloth

April 24, 2019 Posted by PATRICIA STRIGGLES

No fabric is more associated with Africa than the vibrant colors of kente cloth. This fabric is instantly identifiable to African culture. Native to the country of Ghana, kente cloth has a strong spiritual value. It is a royal and sacred cloth worn only in times of extreme importance in Africa. Kente is called ‘the cloth of kings’ and over time the use of kente cloth has become more widespread.

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Everything You Should Know About Kente Cloth

April 24, 2019 Posted by PATRICIA STRIGGLES

9 Ways to Use the African Print Pouch

May 02, 2018 Posted by PATRICIA STRIGGLES

If you ever visited my shop or seen me at a vendor event, then you know I make these cute African Fabric Draw String Pouches...

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9 Ways to Use the African Print Pouch

May 02, 2018 Posted by PATRICIA STRIGGLES

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The Word

14 Small Black-Owned Business For Summertime Shopping

14 Small Black-Owned Business For Summertime Shopping

8 Quotes from “Assata: An Autobiography” Relevant Today

8 Quotes from “Assata: An Autobiography” Relevant Today

Easiest Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

Easiest Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

To Sandra Bland From Assata Shakur's "To My People"

To Sandra Bland From Assata Shakur's "To My People"

5 Streamable Documentaries Related to Minimalism

5 Streamable Documentaries Related to Minimalism

Everything You Should Know About Kente Cloth

Everything You Should Know About Kente Cloth

9 Ways to Use the African Print Pouch

9 Ways to Use the African Print Pouch

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