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TRAVEL
Travel Essay: The Value of a Road Trip
Since I’ve been a dad, I’ve taken some fabulous vacations with my family. We visited Disneyland & Disney World (where we attended an exclusive preview party), Universal Studios (where we…
A Man’s Guide to Vegas
Contrary to popular belief, Las Vegas has plenty of activities that don’t include gambling or finding a tiger in your hotel room. I’ve been to Las Vegas several times and…
10 Reasons to Explore Jacksonville’s African American Heritage Trail
I lived in Jacksonville, FL in the late nineties. I must admit that it wasn’t my first choice of locations. However, I knew it had to be better than the…
JetBlue Helps Travelers Catch a Quick, Comfortable Nap
I’ve spent countless hours in airports. As you can imagine, the need for sleep often creeps up on a weary traveler, and those airport seats aren’t the most comfortable choice. To…
FASHION & STYLE
Freshen Up Your Style with the Warby Parker Spring Collection
Wear The Force on Your Feet with the adidas Star Wars Collection
Now you can wear the Force on your feet with the new adidas x Star Wars collection. The capsule collection, in collaboration with Lucasfilm, debuted with the Lightsaber-themed pack. The adidas…
Damian Lillard and Adidas Partner to Launch the D Lillard 1 NYC All Star Shoes
I have a love/hate relationship with Damian Lillard. On one hand, I admire his skill and athleticism. One the other hand, I hate that he uses his skills to defeat…
Good Looking Warby Parker Glasses for Guys and How to Buy Them
There was a point in time when men’s eyeglasses were downright ugly! Back then, designers were only concerned with how the glasses functioned. Their goal was to help you see…
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food
How To Avoid Dining Etiquette Mistakes Around the World
Because of modern transportation, the world is a much smaller place. A person can fly from New York at lunchtime and arrive in London in time for dinner. With this ability…
Heart Healthy Collard Greens Recipe: Soulful Smoky Greens
Living a healthy lifestyle is not always easy. It took a serious health crisis for me to make significant changes to improve and maintain my health. While some of my…
EVENTS
Black Cosplayers at Comicpalooza
Comic-cons are great places to see cosplayers’ creativity, talent, and innovation. One of my favorite Comic-cons is Comicpalooza in Houston, TX. Houston is one of the most diverse cities in…
African American Cosplayers at the Texas Renaissance Festival
I have attended the Texas Renaissance Festival since I was a child. Each year, I eagerly anticipate seeing the shows, interacting with the artists, and eating a giant turkey leg.…