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REVIEW: The Fix by K'Wan

Meka Lee What would you do if you felt like you were dying and the only thing that could save you was the very thing that was killing you? Persia Chandler doesn’t know the meaning of the world struggle. After the arrest of her notorious father, she is whisked away from Harlem, the only place she has ever called home, to be raised in an affluent neighborhood in Long Island City. Her mother and…

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Mini End of Summer Haul

We’re at the time of the year when the weather is chill in the morning and scorching in the afternoon – so you know what that means… Merry Christmas! I’m kidding, we still have ways to go, so before I give up the margaritas and rooftop vibes to deck the halls and apple cider – here’s a mini End of Summer haul to end out the season. Vitamin C Serum AHA Exfoliating Peel Because my skin can be…

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Life Lately..

Meka Lee Has been hectic, but worthy hectic since March. L e t’ s r e c a p: I started a new job contract in March. In the beginning, it honestly it took much of my motivation to write and enjoy any hobbies. After being jobless for three months, it was difficult maneuvering from survival mode to enjoying the fruit of my labor. In April, lifestyle brand and Black Femme and Woman movement,…

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P.S. I Love You - A Valentine's Day Playlist

Meka Lee Whether you’re happily single, deeply in love, in between situationships, or amid a bad breakup – your Valentine’s Day isn’t official without an eclectic playlist to set the mood and give all the feels. So, if you’re a sucker for romance and sneaky links, this Valentine’s Day playlist will add the razzle-dazzle you need 💞🎵 👄Let’s Talk About It: What songs are on your Valentine’s Day…

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Valentine's Day Book for Each of the Girlies.

Meka Lee Valentine’s Day exposes three contrasting groups of girlies: the girls who love love and everything about it; the girls who’re watching the chaos, unaffected; and the girls who are anti-love and anti-romance (heavily justified in today’s era of dating).   But me? During the month of Loveruary, I’m the girlie who loves the spirit of romance. The movies. The decorations. The wine. And I…

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Advice for Younger Meek

an ode to my twenties Meka Lee Unless you live under a rock, you’ve heard and maybe chimed in on the discourse of Millenials versus Gen Z. What started as a simple observation quickly shook the internet and had social media in an uproar.  Then I soon reminisced about life in my twenties and the chaos I endured in the name of relationships, friendships, love, and tequila.  The late-night…

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REVIEW: Kingz of Crown by Don Q.

After tragically witnessing his family’s sudden death, Hakeem is sent to live at Miss Betty’s Group Home. At Miss Betty’s, Keem was taught to stay away from The Johnsons and their street sh*t.  After realizing Keem has developed an obsession with fire, Miss Betty demands Keem to work under Mr. Jay,  the owner of the community funeral home, to gain insight on discipline, work ethic, and unknown…

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REVIEW: The Hot Box by Zane

Polar opposite best friends Milena and Lydia are navigating their late twenties through tough lessons, self-discovery, and breath-taking secrets.  Milena lives a straight and narrow lifestyle. She did everything by the book – graduated from college, started her Veterinarian career, and became engaged to her college sweetheart, baseball legend, Jacour. Milena’s perfect life quickly becomes a…

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3, 2, 1: Swag Activated

Lately, I’ve been so caught up with life: unhealthy routines, sweatpants, just zero motivation, and bare minimum attempts. So, I’ve been challenging myself to ‘hop up out the bed and turn my swag on.’ At least 3-4x a week, it’s mandatory that I spruce myself up. I went to visit a girlfriend and I was feeling and looking jazzy. My girlfriend was chilling, wearing sweatpants. She was curious and…

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IG: Clifflevee

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the kiss <3

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A group of friends backstage at a Trina concert

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bell hooks photographed by Karjean Levine (1996).

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I’d love to recreate this photo 😍

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when all else fails, take yourself out on a date😎