Colin Kapernick is an American Quarterback for the NFL who is known for knelling during the national anthem. In order to draw attention to police brutality against the black community and stand alongside the black lives matter movement, Kapernick exercised his right to protest. This month, Kapernick was crowned one of GQ magazine’s men of the year. Kaepernick’s public image is divided causing widespread debate, reminiscent of his vocal black predecessor in sports the legendary Mohammed Ali. Historically, black protest has been framed as a nuisance, whether violent or non-violent. Growing up...…Colin Kapernick is an American Quarterback for the NFL who is known for knelling during the national anthem. In order to draw attention to police brutality against the black community and stand alongside the black lives matter movement, Kapernick exercised his right to protest. This month, Kapernick was crowned one of GQ magazine’s men of the year. Kaepernick’s public image is divided causing widespread debate, reminiscent of his vocal black predecessor in sports the legendary Mohammed Ali. Historically, black protest has been framed as a nuisance, whether violent or non-violent. Growing up...WW…

Nicki Minaj aimed to break the internet this year with her “minaj-a-trois” revealing cover for Paper Magazine. No stranger to criticism, Nicki Minaj has constantly created discussion and debate with critics questioning her contribution to Hip Hop. Criticism can help artists grow and improve if done constructively, however the abuse and bullying which Minaj receives often illustrates the hatred felt towards black women who own their sexuality. Having a big ass, bold personality, self-confidence and talking about sex are characteristics in which black women are encouraged to look down upon....…Nicki Minaj aimed to break the internet this year with her “minaj-a-trois” revealing cover for Paper Magazine. No stranger to criticism, Nicki Minaj has constantly created discussion and debate with critics questioning her contribution to Hip Hop. Criticism can help artists grow and improve if done constructively, however the abuse and bullying which Minaj receives often illustrates the hatred felt towards black women who own their sexuality. Having a big ass, bold personality, self-confidence and talking about sex are characteristics in which black women are encouraged to look down upon....WW…

Source – https://variety.com/2018/film/reviews/been-so-long-review-1202987367/ Been So Long is a musical love story exploring the trials and tribulations of adulthood, family and increasing responsibility. The film follows the life of a single mother and her daughter who live in Camden. Chewing Gum’s Michaela Coel provides and cares for her daughter, inevitably leaving little time for herself.  Straight away we see the difference in priorities between Simone, played by Michaela Coel and her best friend Mandy played by Mya Lewis. Mandy is represented as somewhat of an opposite to...…Source – https://variety.com/2018/film/reviews/been-so-long-review-1202987367/ Been So Long is a musical love story exploring the trials and tribulations of adulthood, family and increasing responsibility. The film follows the life of a single mother and her daughter who live in Camden. Chewing Gum’s Michaela Coel provides and cares for her daughter, inevitably leaving little time for herself.  Straight away we see the difference in priorities between Simone, played by Michaela Coel and her best friend Mandy played by Mya Lewis. Mandy is represented as somewhat of an opposite to...WW…

(Source – Amazon Prime) Tokyo Girl is one of Amazon Prime’s hidden gems of 2018. The story follows Aya Saito (played by Asami Mizukawa), a young girl living in a small country town known as Akita. At the age of 23, Aya moves to Tokyo city. Fascinated by the wealth, romance and lifestyle of rich Tokyo women, it is her dream to live a life that people envy. This series will give you an insight into some of the experiences of Japanese women. You won’t regret giving Tokyo Girl a try. Constantly we are bombarded with images of “perfection”. We envy those who are passionate about what they...…(Source – Amazon Prime) Tokyo Girl is one of Amazon Prime’s hidden gems of 2018. The story follows Aya Saito (played by Asami Mizukawa), a young girl living in a small country town known as Akita. At the age of 23, Aya moves to Tokyo city. Fascinated by the wealth, romance and lifestyle of rich Tokyo women, it is her dream to live a life that people envy. This series will give you an insight into some of the experiences of Japanese women. You won’t regret giving Tokyo Girl a try. Constantly we are bombarded with images of “perfection”. We envy those who are passionate about what they...WW…

Total1SharesIn this guide to Baby Led Weaning foods, I’ll walk you through the best first foods for your baby at different months of age. Plus, when to introduce the common food allergens.You’ll also discover what I gave my baby from his first foods at 6 months old, all the way to 120 days later when he was 10 months old and eating proper meals.  This advice on the best baby led weaning foods by age comes from a mum who used a baby led weaning approach (with a little mix of spoon feeding too) with all four of my children. Baby-led...…Total1SharesIn this guide to Baby Led Weaning foods, I’ll walk you through the best first foods for your baby at different months of age. Plus, when to introduce the common food allergens.You’ll also discover what I gave my baby from his first foods at 6 months old, all the way to 120 days later when he was 10 months old and eating proper meals.  This advice on the best baby led weaning foods by age comes from a mum who used a baby led weaning approach (with a little mix of spoon feeding too) with all four of my children. Baby-led...WW…

Total49SharesHow to make money as a blogger is a topic that is not very clear-cut unless you are part of the blogging world or work in digital marketing. Blogging and digital content creation has been my sole job for around eight years now. Before that my job was a 50/50 split between blogging and my family photography business, before I realised I could make more money in less time with blogging. My friends and family are often interested in exactly how I make money from blogging. To the uninitiated, it is confusing. More than half the time it looks like I’m faffing...…Total49SharesHow to make money as a blogger is a topic that is not very clear-cut unless you are part of the blogging world or work in digital marketing. Blogging and digital content creation has been my sole job for around eight years now. Before that my job was a 50/50 split between blogging and my family photography business, before I realised I could make more money in less time with blogging. My friends and family are often interested in exactly how I make money from blogging. To the uninitiated, it is confusing. More than half the time it looks like I’m faffing...WW…

Total0SharesWindjammer Landing is a luxury beach resort in Labrelotte Bay on the Caribbean island of Saint Lucia. Sam and I visited St Lucia back in 2017 on our pre-wedding honeymoon. During our visit, we had a drink at Jammers – Windjammer Landing’s beach bar and restaurant. I remember thinking that Windjammer Landing beach resort looked like a great resort to stay at with the kids, and ever since then I’d had Windjammer Landing in mind when we were pricing up long haul family holidays. This October, we were finally able to make that trip...…Total0SharesWindjammer Landing is a luxury beach resort in Labrelotte Bay on the Caribbean island of Saint Lucia. Sam and I visited St Lucia back in 2017 on our pre-wedding honeymoon. During our visit, we had a drink at Jammers – Windjammer Landing’s beach bar and restaurant. I remember thinking that Windjammer Landing beach resort looked like a great resort to stay at with the kids, and ever since then I’d had Windjammer Landing in mind when we were pricing up long haul family holidays. This October, we were finally able to make that trip...WW…

Total974SharesMy goals for capturing baby milestone photos were to achieve a classic style that wouldn’t date, and to use a backdrop that took no extra time to set up, because I knew I’d give up the idea pretty quickly if the set-up was time consuming. Here are my tips for how to take the best baby milestone photos in the easiest, most simple way:Before / After preset:Learn the best ways to take professional-looking Christmas card photos of your kids at home.—Disclosure: This article contains partnered links.Total974SharesHello! I'm Chloe.I live in South London with my four children and...…Total974SharesMy goals for capturing baby milestone photos were to achieve a classic style that wouldn’t date, and to use a backdrop that took no extra time to set up, because I knew I’d give up the idea pretty quickly if the set-up was time consuming. Here are my tips for how to take the best baby milestone photos in the easiest, most simple way:Before / After preset:Learn the best ways to take professional-looking Christmas card photos of your kids at home.—Disclosure: This article contains partnered links.Total974SharesHello! I'm Chloe.I live in South London with my four children and...WW…

Total1KSharesMy advice ranges from the practical to the more emotional side of wedding planning. And for those of us who already have children, make sure you look out for the section towards the end of this post for the important things we learnt about planning and having a wedding when you have children. That being said…You might dwell on it afterwardsI could quote so many parts of this article from The Cut – go read it!Your wedding day will get ruined, that is, if you expect everything to be perfect. Because weddings are never, ever perfect. It’s a testament to the inherent masochism...…Total1KSharesMy advice ranges from the practical to the more emotional side of wedding planning. And for those of us who already have children, make sure you look out for the section towards the end of this post for the important things we learnt about planning and having a wedding when you have children. That being said…You might dwell on it afterwardsI could quote so many parts of this article from The Cut – go read it!Your wedding day will get ruined, that is, if you expect everything to be perfect. Because weddings are never, ever perfect. It’s a testament to the inherent masochism...WW…

2016 has been the year of controversy. People whether politicians, rappers or online personalities are constantly being attacked and or held accountable for expressing questionable views.  From the alleged anti-Semitic comments of Ken Livingstone, to the prejudice insults hurled from rapper Azealia Banks to former One Direction member Zain Malik; more than ever we are challenging people for their views. There is an irony in a black woman, a person who is often the target of hate being banished from Twitter, just as it is ironic that The Labour Party became a scapegoat for...…2016 has been the year of controversy. People whether politicians, rappers or online personalities are constantly being attacked and or held accountable for expressing questionable views.  From the alleged anti-Semitic comments of Ken Livingstone, to the prejudice insults hurled from rapper Azealia Banks to former One Direction member Zain Malik; more than ever we are challenging people for their views. There is an irony in a black woman, a person who is often the target of hate being banished from Twitter, just as it is ironic that The Labour Party became a scapegoat for...WW…