March 31, 2014

Femme Problems 120: Loving My Curves

I took my first spring season run the other day…finally! The sun was shining, the air was crisp, and my running shoes were just begging for some asphalt action. With each proud step I embraced the clarity and the solace that running gives me.
March 20, 2014
Three black women embrace each other

Femme Problems 119: My So-Called Poly Femme Life

I will never forget the sound of my doctor’s laughter when I asked her for something to stop me from crushing on people. I had this unending want to connect with people romantically, and as I was being raised in a culture of slut shaming, I was sure that “the want” meant something was wrong with me.
March 4, 2014

Femme Problems 118: If My Dresses Could Talk

As a femme, I have fallen in love with my dresses and I miss them almost as much as I miss summer itself. The short skirts, the lace, the bows, and the poufed crinoline inspired numbers—they all work together to fashion my character and portray my personality.
February 28, 2014

Femme Problems 117: Unbeweavable or Naturaliscious?

I’m pretty sure heaven has a beauty supply filled with little giggling grrls and bois picking out beads and barrettes. While I definitely did my share of happily picking out adornments for my hair, I never grew to love the journey to getting them onto my head.