by Teakisi | Jun 8, 2016 | Hair & Beauty, Thoughts & Reflections
By Zerida Mponye I was having breakfast at Cafe Javas the other day when I saw the most beautiful woman. She was seated right in front of me, slightly to the right so I had a really clear visual. I noticed, while I picked at my underwhelming red velvet cake, that she...
by Teakisi | Jun 6, 2016 | Fashion & Style, Francais, Hair & Beauty
Nous vivons dans un monde ou avoir les cheveux lisses est synonyme de beauté. Mais cela c’était avant. C’est la révolution, maintenant on fait face au mouvement “Nappy”. Nappy c’est l’addition de deux mots, “Natural” et...
by Teakisi | May 29, 2016 | Empowerment, Hair & Beauty, Short Story, Thoughts & Reflections
By Joan Semanda. “Black skin is not a badge of shame, but rather a glorious symbol of national greatness” – Marcus Garvey This post is inspired by my thoughts to my future daughter. Your black is heart wrenchingly beautiful. You were made this way,...
by Teakisi | Apr 12, 2016 | Hair & Beauty, Thoughts & Reflections
By Amandla Karungi I did feel beautiful at one point in my life…when I was younger, about 8 years old. I really did. The one thing I did not have that I wanted were thighs that touched when I sat on the toilet seat. I don’t know why I wanted my little...
by Teakisi | Apr 9, 2016 | Hair & Beauty, Lifestyle, Thoughts & Reflections
ByMahbuba Matovu While wandering around the aisles in the Macy’s beauty department, a sales associate walks up to me and insists I try on a newly launched line of makeup. Now you know I’m not one to turn down such an offer, so I found me a seat. Can I just say that my...
by Teakisi | Jan 26, 2016 | Empowerment, Fashion & Style, Feature, Hair & Beauty, Health, Lifestyle
Article by Christelle Mekoh Are you ready for 2016? Crazy how another year just went by. Hoping you’ve enjoyed your Holiday season and you took some time to reflect on the last 365 days and think about what the future holds. For some, starting a new year is synonymous...
