3 Easy Ways to Upcycle old clothes
Recently I ordered and recieved new parts for my sewing machine. My grandmother can sew very well, so I;ve always been interested in making...
Shardai Swift (Valdosta ‘21)
Shardai Swift (Valdosta ‘21)
I'm a sophomore at VSU, I might post some serious stuff, I might post some nerdy stuff. The world may never know. I'm proud black, tatted, and natural. For fun, I like anime and botany. Life is too short not to have cool hair.
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Why Effective Communication is Key
Sometimes when you're aggravated you make decisions you aren't so proud of. Today I yelled at a close friend of mine, whatever the reason,...
How Self Aware Are You?
People are very quick to go off on someone else but will not recognize their own faults. Being self-aware is actively thinking about your...
Should Walmart be selling Black History Month merchandise?
As the wonderful month of February draws to a close, I must come clean about something that has been plaguing me all month. I work in a...
How to Promote Body Positivity in a Social Media World
In our day and age, people are judged more now than ever for what they wear and how they choose to present themselves, despite the lines...
Pansexuality is real and Valid
If you've never heard of pansexuality you may be confused, and you also may remark that the 'gay community' is getting even more and more...
4 Reasons Why I Didn't Watch the Superbowl
TRIGGER WARNING: MENTIONS SEXUAL ASSAULT AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE The Superbowl is a great American tradition, this is the 53rd (yes, I had to...
5 Ways to keep Dr.King's Dream Alive
Martin Luther King Jr. Day came and passed, and now we must go on honoring him into the bad bitch month that is February. As we move on to...
A White German-American Man is teaching African American Art and Culture, and I'm mad about it.
Okay, so I know what this sounds like, and no I don't just have a problem with him teaching the class because he's white; Its because there...
Natural Hair Matters!
The marginalization of Black people in the media and in America has significantly impacted the way black people, especially women, view...
Why you should watch: She-Ra and the Princesses of Power
She-Ra and the Princesses of Power is a Netflix original remake of the character She-Ra. Although She-Ra is a stereotypical white savior...
"Blackfishing" and Why It Needs to Die
An age-old tradition of America has re-emerged: Blackface. Blackface was a very common practice when the media first emerged, and African-...
8 Healthy Ways to Relieve Stress
As we're getting cozy and approaching the winter months it is imperative to remember to take care of yourself. Things can get overwhelming quickly and the most important thing to remember is healthy ways to deal with stress and any problems that may be plaguing you so here is a couple of things you can do to de-stress.
15 Animes to watch when you're tired of TV
I know anime is one of those things that can be considered lame or dorky, but why close yourself off to a whole world of intricate storylines? The animation doesn't do anything but help artists break away from the limitations of humans and the earth. This is why anime has some of the most unique and bizarre storylines. This being so, I love anime and hope you'll at least give one of these shows a try next time you're bored of what's on TV.
10 Things All Women Should Know
1. Wash your bloody underwear. Ladies, we all have accidents during that fateful time of the month. If this happens, there is a simple way...
Domestic Violence in Social Media
Domestic Violence is something often joked about and never really taken seriously until it is directly affecting you. Don't let it be too late. Many women and men get into these terrible situations and can't find their way out, know how to ask for help. Whether you're being emotionally or physically abused does not matter, you deserve better either way. Love isn't violence. 1-800-799-7233 (national domestic violence hotline)
Virginity is a lie!
Ladies, I know you read that heading and immediately thought this entire post was going to be a bunch of shenanigans, however, we only know what we know because someone told us about it. How much do you really know about the female vagina, and about virginity?
Tattoo and Piercing Etiquette
In 2018, tattoos and piercings are still pretty taboo among the older generations, however, almost every millennial has one. I often get questions about my tattoos and piercings, and while I'm always happy to talk about myself, sometimes it can get pretty rude. I wouldn't change my mods for anyone, because I feel the most myself when I have a tongue bar in and my stretched ears on display, little pieces of metal in my face. Getting these little pieces of metal and this exquisite art engraved into my skin was --for lack of a better word-- an experience. I wish someone would've given me some solid advice instead of just typical healing rules and 'it's gonna hurt'. So, here as your modification fairy god-queen, I give you some of the advice people should have given me.
