TWB: Traveling While Black
DWB (Driving While Black) is a term that most [black] people living in America are familiar with. I have experienced DWB on a number of occasions, on one even being mistaken as a black man driving a Mercedes Benz truck…
A week in Nairobi: #mustmovebacktoafrica
This sign welcomes people to the UN compound When I found out that I was going to spend a week in Nairobi for a work trip I was very excited. Having grown up with so many Kenyans in Detroit it…
Dada Masilo’s Swan Lake
Saturday night, as part of the Roma Europa festival, I headed to Teatro Argentina for the first time to see Dada Masilo's Swan Lake. I must admit prior to arriving at the theater I had no idea what I was…
where in the world….a photography exhibit
In one week I will be hosting my first ever photography exhibit. I hope that you can attend. I will be displaying 24 pieces of work from six continents. While the idea of putting my work on display is very…
2,704 Miles: A Southern US Roadtrip
About a month ago when I was planning my trip to Orlando, a staple on all of my US itineraries as it is where my oldest sister lives with her husband and two kids, she had the idea to do…
Detroit Day 25: Heat wave, 13 miles and a few pictures
This week the heat index has been in the triple digits and since I do not have a car that means a lot of sweat and sunscreen. I have slowed down recently with my exploration of the city and because…
Detroit Day 24: Exploring Detroit’s Buildings and Other Adventures
The waffles were delicious! I have been laying a bit low lately because there is a heat wave in the city and I am simply tired of constantly being on the move, but today I managed to get to a…
Baci, Bacione, Kiss Kiss
I have been back in Rome now for four days. And have nearly kissed several men and women on the lips. Why? Because after being in the US for two months I have forgotten the Italian greeting. The single kiss…