I grew up monolingual. Even though I took several years of Spanish in high school and in university, I was nowhere close to being...
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...
February is Black History Month. This is a month that pays tribute to African American men and women from the past and the present...
Let the...
I quit my job. It took months for me to make the decision. I never, by any stretch of the imagination, thought of not...
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...
Election season is somewhat like a holiday for me, a long and visceral one, but a holiday nonetheless. I know not everyone feels this...
Yes, you heard me right, you are… biased (C’mon, what b-word did you think I was referring to?!) I am biased. You are biased....
As a Black girl growing up in a predominantly Caucasian suburb, it was clear that I was different. None of my teachers or friends...
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 am black. My husband is white. Before becoming a mom, I always wondered what my kids would look like. We now have two...
Moment of Truth, I don’t necessarily love comic book movies. Don’t get me wrong, I will watch Iron Man if prompted, and The Hulk...
At what age do you think a child recognizes the differences in skin colors?
At 27 months my youngest was recently playing with Barbie dolls....
The recognition of Juneteenth as a national holiday holds significant meaning for myself and my family, as it commemorates the emancipation of the last...
In + Around Indy
Indianapolis Moms Guide to August Family Events
August is always a busy time for families in Indianapolis. Back to school and back to reality. But just because we are back to...
