As a sophomore in high school, I heard my name being called over the school-wide intercom. “Roleen Bell, please report to the library.” The...
“I don’t like dark skin.” These are the exact words said about my 3-year-old black daughter by another child. This is a very personal...
I am black. My husband is white. Before becoming a mom, I always wondered what my kids would look like. We now have two...
“We can disagree and still love each other unless your disagreement is rooted in my oppression and denial of my humanity and right to exist.”-James...
The recognition of Juneteenth as a national holiday holds significant meaning for myself and my family, as it commemorates the emancipation of the last...
As a child of immigrants, the Fourth of July was just another day. I didn't start celebrating it until high school when my American...
I spend my Saturday afternoons with young ladies ages 12-14. Now before you sigh and ask if I am crazy, know that I volunteer...
Recently, The San Francisco 49ers quarterback came out and stated that he would no longer stand for the national anthem during 49ers games. He...
About fifteen years ago, my grandpa wrote an e-mail to me, my siblings, and my cousins. He had recently learned how to scan pictures,...
Recently a country artist was removed from his label after a clip went viral where he is heard using the "n word" at home...
I quit my job. It took months for me to make the decision. I never, by any stretch of the imagination, thought of not...
"I don't see myself different than any other mom, black in America or not. We, Moms, want & work to keep our children healthy,...
Growing up, February was so important to my family because my our roots run deep. All of my grandmother's brothers served in the military...
"LOOK! LOOK! There’s a brown girl! Brown girls are disgusting! RUN!"
My daughter was oblivious to it all, me on the other hand, I was...
In + Around Indy
Where to Visit Santa Around Indianapolis
Ho, Ho, Ho! Merry Christmas!
Are you looking for a place to visit Santa this holiday season? Look no further – here is our round...
