Are You Ready for Change? Here’s How to Design the Life of Your Dreams
Have you ever thought about what “having it all” really means? Here are a few ideas to consider when creating the life of your dreams that best suits your needs.
You Are Not Alone: To the Mothers Battling Postpartum Depression During COVID-19
Author and mother of two Laray Dyer recollects her experience in dealing with postpartum depression and anxiety in hopes of encouraging others to find ways that provide peace within each moment.
Practicing Peace Over Panic While Living Abroad Under COVID-19 Quarantine
Juanita Ingram and her family experienced a 30-day coronavirus quarantine while living abroad in Taiwan. She recalls the necessary measures taken and offers ways to remain hopeful during these turbulent times.
Teaching Tools to Help You Homeschool Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
In the wake of the coronavirus crisis, the balancing act of trying to do it all while creating lesson plans to teach our little ones has left many of us in a state of frenzy — but not to worry! We spoke with Charisse Sims, of Hidden Gems Preschool in Inglewood, CA, and she shared tricks and tips to master this homeschooling life like a pro.
My Son, My Hero: Becoming the Dad I Never Had
Growing up without a dad left an unimaginable void for Jaquann Holley, but with his son, he's determined to create an unwavering bond. Together this father-son duo wrote "Dreams Come True," a children's book encouraging young readers to use their imaginations while nurturing their creativity.
Black Love Live is Back! Watch Your Favorite Couples Dish on Sex, Love, and Marriage
Black Love Live is back! Watch as these three couples explore the nuances and complexities of building a solid foundation with your life partner in front of a live audience.
From Trial to Triumph: Moving Past My Childhood Trauma
From dealing with childhood sexual abuse trauma to infidelity, she is rediscovering her power from within by shedding layers of the past.
5 Ways We Make Our Blended Family Work
When Courtney Williams blended her family, she prepared the best she could. But there were lessons that only practice could teach her.
New Dad Shares His Greatest Gift This Christmas
The pressure to live up to expectations is real and present as Christmas this year carries a different meaning for this first-time dad.
Finding Solutions for the Holiday Blues
Learn how to find joy during the moments of holiday hurt with Therapy for Black Girls founder Dr. Joy Harden Bradford.
How This Author Made #RelationshipGoals More Than a Hashtag
When author Jennifer Allen realized her marriage was heading in the wrong direction, she created an interactive journal to help reignite her relationship.
7 Tried and True Tips for Road Tripping With the Kids
Contributor Avione Lee shares what she learned when visiting 50 cities in 3 months with her husband and kids. Take a look at these 7 tips for road tripping with kids!
Top 12 Family Date Night Ideas
The staging-blacklove.kinsta.cloud Instagram community provided their favorite ways to have family date night to connect, spend quality time, and have a lot of fun.
Wellness Wednesdays With Rise Nation Fitness Instructor Britney Hall
Fitness instructor and professional dancer Britney Hall shares her journey from the DMV to Hollywood with the mission of working to make the fitness industry more inclusive.
Fuss-Free Healthy Recipes for the Whole Family
After a wake-up call, mom of two Malika Pham transformed her toddlers’ eating habits.
How Did You Propose?
We asked you, our Black Love community, “How did your partner propose?” and “How did you propose to the love of your life?” Here are just a few of our favorite marriage proposal stories. Try not to tear up. “Will you marry me?” These four words have the power to change your life. Naturally, there’s no one way to pop the question. Whether at dinner with friends or on hot air balloons, while wearing ice skates or flip flops, half the fun is in the surprise when being asked what do to with the rest of your life! Courtesy of @ess_lovaa and @moesullie
What 9 Years of Marriage Has Taught Me
A mother and wife shares lessons in love, communication, and parenting that she learned from nine years of marriage.
Our Story: Faune & Derek
Faune: I said I do because Derek had all of the characteristics I wanted in a life partner and when I prayed for myself I found myself praying for him as well. He was always there for every pivotal transitional moment in my life since I was 16 years old. I felt God's joy when I was around him, I could never stay mad at him. I knew I loved him and he made it clear that he loved me. I wanted children that would have him as their father. I really loved his family and being around them. He wanted to grow as a man and we kept growing together. We got better as individuals together. We shared the same vision for life, passion, goals, interests, and faith in God. Life felt more full when I was with him. Derek: When I imagined my life I couldn't imagine it without her. The key to 'I do' is to have the revelation that it's not just at the altar. 'I do' is a decision everyday of your life. Many believe Love is a feeling. And it is...but that alone won't be the foundation for a successful relationship. Love is a decision. And to decide is to kill off all other options. When you say I do what you're really saying is you trust what God has purposed in your life. Faune always pushed me to be great, she has always been my favorite person to create with, she's the funniest person I know, I love her and her family, she is my rib that protects vital organs, and I knew she would be the best mother to our children. I prayed that God would bring us together and allow me the privilege of being her husband.
Our Story: Sharelle & Kevin
We really had no idea what to expect when we first got married because everyone’s journey is unique. But, we weren’t expecting God to shake up our lives a few months after “I do.” The news that my husband lost his job was hard. But, a couple months later learning we were pregnant left us torn between excited and scared. Months passed as my belly grew and so did the financial challenges. We watched our financial reserve deplete and eventually run dry. Bills piled up and eviction threats were close to becoming a reality. We never gave up but some days we were so weary and could barely muster the strength to communicate. Other days we lashed out in frustration without considering love and respect.⠀ We were working tirelessly to keep our union from crumbling under the intense pressure. We had no other choice but to lean on God. We prayed together daily, stayed close to our loving community and did our best to move forward. In return, God never failed us. Every month, just enough resources would somehow show up to keep the lights on, food on the table or gas in the car. Then about a month before the baby was due my husband landed a job that was more than we could have expected or asked. ⠀ Looking back, I can now see that God was shaking us up to move us along. The restoration and blessings that have come out of those dark times have intimately bonded us unlike anything we’ve ever experienced in our relationship. God was testing us so that we would be prepared to receive the blessings that were on the other side! Reflections by Sharrelle Guyton
Our Story: Ab & Seth
Since getting married (and being in this relationship in particular), I've learned that saying, "Well, this is just who I am," is no longer acceptable justification for...anything. My wife and I have very different love languages and ways of communicating with one another. We both need very different things. She's taught me what true compromise looks like. Because of her I refuse to go to bed angry. When I'm upset, I can easily go for long periods of time without speaking. She's taught me that life is way too short to waste time being angry. I've never happily made so many compromises in my life. And I'm a better man for it. From Abenet (@justaba): I've learned that I can't do it all by myself and it's okay to lean on my husband for help. There was a period of time when I would make the bed by myself, and one day – I think I was in a rush or something, I asked Christopher to help me. It literally blew my mind because we did it so quickly and much faster than if I did it myself. Now we make the bed together; partly because we have the same schedule, and partly because it's a small reminder of what we can accomplish together.
