Is Self-Love Enough While Traveling When You’re a Big Girl?: Another Lesson In Plus-Size Privilege

January 8, 2022

A few months ago, I wrote a blog post addressing my plus-size privilege and I received a bit of criticism for it. Although I earnestly believe we are all entitled to our opinions, I was a bit taken back by it. Be that as it may, I’m going to continue to be me unapologetically. So,… Read More Is Self-Love Enough While Traveling When You’re a Big Girl?: Another Lesson In Plus-Size Privilege

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Just a Thought with B.B.: “What Are You Entertaining?”

December 17, 2021

Have you thought about what it means to entertain something? Well, I have and I’ve shared my thoughts on it in this episode of “Just a Thought with B.B.” Check it out and let me know your thoughts! “What Are You Entertaining?” Until the next time be you—and more important—love you. Being uniquely you is… Read More Just a Thought with B.B.: “What Are You Entertaining?”

— DOSBB Podcast Season Three: "I'm Still Here" —

It’s Time for Another Episode…”Christianity and the ‘D’ Word with Drea & Jeff Mitchell”

September 30, 2021

In the latest episode of the podcast, Drea and Jeff Mitchell join me in a transparent conversation surrounding faith, family, and ending a marriage. We explore the influence of the church and family in our decision-making, co-parenting, mental health, and the importance of knowing ourselves. Go ahead, hit that play button! Christianity and the ‘D’… Read More It’s Time for Another Episode…”Christianity and the ‘D’ Word with Drea & Jeff Mitchell”

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Just a Thought with B.B.: “Accept the Positive”

September 15, 2021

Today’s thought derived from two sources: a poster from Izzy & Liv and a conversation I had with a co-worker. I am an advocate for focusing on how we see ourselves rather than how others see us; however, I also believe there are exceptions. I want to encourage you to be open to hear and… Read More Just a Thought with B.B.: “Accept the Positive”

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Just a Thought with B.B.: “The Secret to Building Self-Confidence”

August 15, 2021

“Just a thought with B.B.” was established a few years ago. They typically comprise thoughts that pop in my head related to a song, a movie, a television show quote, or something I hear in everyday conversation. Three years ago, I also started a YouTube channel, which has been dormant for quite some time, I… Read More Just a Thought with B.B.: “The Secret to Building Self-Confidence”

— DOSBB Podcast Season Two —

DOSBB Podcast: “A Few Tips for Letting Go of Hurt”

May 6, 2021

This week’s podcast episode was inspired by a few things. During a conversation with my mother, I realized I’ve heard people say “let it go” in relation to emotional hurt, but I hadn’t heard a lot of discussion surrounding how to do it. Additionally, I am learning the benefits and importance of acknowledging and identifying… Read More DOSBB Podcast: “A Few Tips for Letting Go of Hurt”

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That Unselfish, Loyal, and Benevolent Concern

February 14, 2021

During my daily analytic check of my blog, I learned a few people viewed a post I wrote about Valentine’s day in 2017, Valentine’s Day…Bah humbug. I reread the post and—in spite of the punctuation errors—I am still pretty proud of the words I wrote. It is four years later and I’ve continued to believe… Read More That Unselfish, Loyal, and Benevolent Concern

— DOSBB Podcast Season Two —

DOSBB Podcast: “Embracing ‘Enoughness’ with Shontae Smith”

January 7, 2021

Season two of the DOSBB Podcast is underway! This week, B.B. had the honor of sitting down with author and entrepreneur Shontae Smith in a discussion about recognizing we are enough. Tune in and embrace your “enoughness” by declaring you are fearfully and wonderfully made! Be sure to order Prophetess Smith’s books: This Little Black… Read More DOSBB Podcast: “Embracing ‘Enoughness’ with Shontae Smith”

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Body Acceptance: I’m FAT (Foxy and Tempting)

December 30, 2020

“We have to dare to be ourselves, however frightening or strange that self may prove to be.” – May Sarton A recent conversation with one of my male friends made me question what transpired within me that enabled me to accept my body as it is. We were discussing the importance of women sharing their… Read More Body Acceptance: I’m FAT (Foxy and Tempting)

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DOSBB Podcast: Just A Thought; Self-Acceptance Over Social Acceptance

December 19, 2020

In the latest episode of the DOSBB Podcast, B.B. revisits a video that degrades overweight black women and shares some simple thoughts surrounding her push for self-acceptance. Until the next time be you—but more important—love you. Being uniquely you is being uniquely beautiful. -B.B. 💋