Check Out My Teeny Weeny Fro!

As you probably already know, I’ve been dealing with hair loss.  I’ve been rockin’ a wig during the week at work.  But on weekends, I like to let it all hang out.  My hair is braided underneath my wig.  Here’s how it looks when I take the plats out. Right now it falls a little…

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My Encounter With an Angry Viewer

I love my job.  Even though things get a bit crazy during severe weather coverage, I get excited. When boss lady asks me to come in a bit early for cut-ins, I’m happy to oblige.  Forecasting the weather can get tricky.  It’s important to be on top of your game at all times.  People usually…

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Becoming Little Miss Independent

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I woke up in the morning, and saw Princess roaming around the house all by herself.  Normally, she’d fuss until someone comes to get her.  But apparently she didn’t feel like waiting. She got out of bed on her own.  I caught a glimpse of her leaving my room and quietly said her name.  I…

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Five Months Post Relaxer: What I’ve Learned About My Hair

It’s been five months since my last relaxer.  I’ve made some strides in terms of my natural hair growth-thanks to Janasia, my True Indian Hair Wig.  She’s allowed me to give my hair a much needed break. One of the things I’ve been focusing on is getting to know my natural hair.  I feel like…

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Don’t Call Me a Sell Out; Protective Styling For On-Air

by Weather Anchor Mama I’m five months post relaxer!  You’d think that I’m some kind of addict who’s excited about being drug free.  But, I’m just so proud of myself for making it this far, and I want to shout it to the world.  Since my last post, I’ve been working on protective styling options…

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Gearing Up for Blogher 2012!

I’ve been to journalism conferences in the past.  But, I never thought in a million years that I’d attend one for bloggers.  I’m so pumped about Blogher 2012!  It’s in New York, which makes attending super convenient.  It’ll be a long commute, but at least I won’t have to hop on a plane or book a…

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Sprinkler Time!

Having fun doesn’t have to mean shelling out big bucks.  With the hot temps and increased humidity, turning on the sprinkler could be the perfect way to beat the heat. Princess and I enjoyed some mommy daughter time with an impromptu photo shoot.  She loves the sprinkler! We’re approaching the fourth heat wave of the season, how…

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Driving While Singing ABC’s