January was one heck of a month. There were some tests and trials, yet through it all, despite it all, there were some beautiful moments of transformation that I am confident came to be only because of those few misadventures. While I’m thankful for the lessons, I’m also beyond glad January is over. Who needs… Continue reading Kermit’s Cup of Tea: Five January Favorites
Kermit Says: Live, Don’t Exist
I can hardly believe we’re a month into 2016—where did the time go? I don’t know about you, but this year has already tested me and left me feeling a little drained, but not defeated. In it’s short 27 days, January has found me hopeful and positive, disappointed and [slightly] heartbroken, useful and just plain… Continue reading Kermit Says: Live, Don’t Exist
Dear Kermit: Happily Single
Dear Kermit, I have had a lot of trouble being independent of men, and have always been in a relationship. I have found recently that I value men's opinions of me more than my own, and have trouble feeling confident without a guy to lean on. How should I deal with this? I want to… Continue reading Dear Kermit: Happily Single
Kermit’s Cup of Tea: Top Five Moments of 2015
Is it really December 30th? Are we actually just TWO days away from a new year? Is this the last Wednesday we’ll ever see of 2015? Time is such an incredible thing. We wake up, we go about our day, we sleep, and time just continues to move along, whether we acknowledge it or not.… Continue reading Kermit’s Cup of Tea: Top Five Moments of 2015
Kermit Says: Quick Christmas Gift Guide
If you’re like me (and most people), you’ve probably got some more last minute Christmas shopping to do in a very short amount of time (yikes!). If this sounds even remotely like you, don’t panic—I’ve got you covered. Check out these quick, easy, and affordable recommendations that will certainly brighten up anyone’s Christmas morning! For… Continue reading Kermit Says: Quick Christmas Gift Guide
Kermit Says: Step Out of the Darkness (Again)
According to Mental Health America, approximately two million Americans harm themselves sometimes to express pain or to establish some sense of control. Regardless of the reason, people are hurting. People are struggling. People are dealing with very real pain each and everyday. So to honor Mental Health Week, Kermit Says... is sharing an incredibly honest and deeply… Continue reading Kermit Says: Step Out of the Darkness (Again)
Kermit Says: Give Thanks During Difficult Times
With so much hurt, pain, and violence permeating the world, it’s probably difficult to find things for which we can be thankful. How can we gather around a table and express gratitude when innocent people are murdered at movie theaters and unarmed teenagers are shot and killed by the very people who swore to protect… Continue reading Kermit Says: Give Thanks During Difficult Times
Kermit Says: Make Time
Mizzou. Kenya. Japan. Paris. Mexico. Baghdad. Syria. Beirut. Sinai. Nigeria. Yale. If you’ve recently turned on the news or opened a newspaper, you’ve likely heard or read a story on the above countries and countless others. In one week, nearly 600 people were killed due to terrorist attacks—and those are just the ones covered by the media. So, who decides what makes front page… Continue reading Kermit Says: Make Time
Kermit Says: Dare to be Your (Awkward) Self!
On Monday, November 9th, just a mere three days ago, I had the pleasure of attending a talk and book signing for one of my favorite web series creators, actresses, and writers—THE Issa Rae of The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl fame and glory! Do a quick search of her name in Google, and you’ll… Continue reading Kermit Says: Dare to be Your (Awkward) Self!
Kermit’s Cup of Tea: Five October Favorites
Can you believe it's already November? Where did October go?! It seems like right after Halloween ends, Christmas decorations appear in countless stores and holiday music blares on the radio. Before we get too far ahead of ourselves, let's take a moment to slow down and reminisce on all the wonderful things that happened in October, shall we? Let… Continue reading Kermit’s Cup of Tea: Five October Favorites
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