— The Blog —

Shut Up, Towanda—Your Name is Victory: Muzzling the Self-Destructive Internal “Caren”

July 19, 2026

In retrospect—and as “rude” as it may sound—I should have told some people I’ve encountered to shut up. Specifically, the ones who implied knowing me and why I made particular decisions or statements. And while I’m being frank, I should have expressed some expletives directed toward them and “the horse they rode in on.” I… Read More Shut Up, Towanda—Your Name is Victory: Muzzling the Self-Destructive Internal “Caren”

— The Blog —

My Quest To Love and Be Loved Begins With Me

July 11, 2026

Over the past several months, I’ve been thinking about what it means to love. Initially my interest in the topic was piqued when I noticed a social media post comparing love to loyalty, which inspired me to record a podcast episode about it. My exploration of the two words reinforced my preference to choose love,… Read More My Quest To Love and Be Loved Begins With Me

— The Blog —

It’s 50 Days ’til 50—Get Busy Living!

June 16, 2026

Needless to say, it has been some time since I published a blog post. However, I make a conscious effort to check the site to monitor engagement from readers, and today was no different. I learned someone read the post, “If Not Now…When,” dated December 17, 2017. I wrote about redeeming the time and doing… Read More It’s 50 Days ’til 50—Get Busy Living!

— The Blog —

I’m a Fraud, I Haven’t Practiced What I Preached, But Now I’ve Repented: Confessions of a So-Called Self-Love Advocate

February 3, 2026

When I decided to proclaim being a self-love promoter, I didn’t know what it truly meant. I started this blog with the mindset of focusing on the importance of showing ourselves love when others don’t accept us because of how we look or how much we weigh. I still believe we should love ourselves despite… Read More I’m a Fraud, I Haven’t Practiced What I Preached, But Now I’ve Repented: Confessions of a So-Called Self-Love Advocate

— B Magazine —

Extra! Extra!…B Magazine is Here! Read All About It!

December 29, 2024

In September 2023, I created an online magazine due to the actions of a stranger. He sent cover pages he designed that included pictures of me from my social media page. I’m doubtful his intent was for me to add another vehicle for my means of expression to share. Nevertheless, he inspired me and I… Read More Extra! Extra!…B Magazine is Here! Read All About It!

— Plus-size Community —

Should I Care That Some People (and Brands) Find My Fat Body Unattractive?

June 2, 2024

At some point recently, I read something that altered the algorithm of my newsfeed. I’ve gotten more posts related to “BBWs and the people who love them.” Frankly speaking, it is refreshing to read pieces about plus-size women that are positive. I saw comments from men who are attracted to fuller-figured women, as opposed to… Read More Should I Care That Some People (and Brands) Find My Fat Body Unattractive?

— Keys in life —

WWBBW: Three Things I Am No Longer Wearing and Neither Should You

November 25, 2023

The fact that I like clothes isn’t a secret. I find enjoyment in locating items that fit my personality and style in my size. I am a firm believer in buying and wearing clothes that I like and feel complement my body type. I also like to encourage others to do the same. If it… Read More WWBBW: Three Things I Am No Longer Wearing and Neither Should You

— B Magazine —

Introducing…B Magazine

September 23, 2023

Earlier this year a casual and unexpected conversation inspired the creation of a quarterly online magazine. This is another vehicle on the “Towanda’s Voice” platform designed for sharing encouragement, love, and personal stories of people who are doing amazing things. Once again, you are invited deeper into the mind of this Buxom Beauty! Check out… Read More Introducing…B Magazine

— Love & Happiness —

I’m Still Learning to Love Myself: Confessions of a Self-Love Advocate

July 27, 2023

“Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 3:13-14 KJV Have you ever had to rebuke… Read More I’m Still Learning to Love Myself: Confessions of a Self-Love Advocate

— Liberty & the Pursuit of Happiness —

I Watched “Survival of the Thickest” on Netflix and Now I Feel More Awesome

July 23, 2023

There were two reasons why I wanted to check out “Survival of the Thickest“ on Netflix: 1. The main character, Michelle Buteau, is a plus-size woman of color who has done and is doing things I aspire to do. 2. My gorgeous—and equally talented—bestie, Ambre Anderson guest starred as “Dr. Britta” in episodes 7 and… Read More I Watched “Survival of the Thickest” on Netflix and Now I Feel More Awesome