Author Archives: tinafakhriddeen
Rape and Hip-Hop Do Not Mix
We have to do better hip-hop – MUCH BETTER and I think this message has to come from those of us who love and represent hip-hop culture, as I do. Promoting rape in hip-hop is the bastard child of the … Continue reading
Tagged children, culture, hip-hop, misogyny, rape, Rick Ross, Rosa Clemente, Steubenville, trial, youth
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Getting Your Share of Happy
Happiness is not just about rolling around in a million crisp dollar bills. It’s actually better because it’s something that is constantly replenished by you and for you. Moreover, no one can take your happiness away unless you allow it. … Continue reading
Tagged gratitude, happiness, love, mental-health
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Jesse Jackson Pens an Open Letter to former LAPD Officer Christopher Dorner
Reblogged from Davey D's Hip Hop Corner: As the massive manhunt continues for former LAPD officer Christopher Dorner, Reverend Jesse Jackson has stepped in and penned an open letter to him… I hope Jesse uses his clout and organization to … Continue reading
Are We There Yet? The Journey to Love
Many of my single friends are stressed about finding a good man. Some are in true panic mode. Most are in their late thirties and forties and have been around the block and had their share of knuckleheads. They are … Continue reading
Tagged love, relationships, travel
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How to Keep the One You Love
1.) Make sure he/she loves you back. Love needs to be reciprocal and just because you love someone doesn’t mean they are obligated to love you in return. Be honest with yourself and determine whether this person is really deserving … Continue reading
Posted in Love, Relationships, Self-Care, Woman Talk
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Great Review of Let’s Get This Straight in the Journal of LGBT Youth
Caitlin Law Ryan reviewed my book, Let’s Get This Straight:The Ultimate Handbook for Youth with LGBTQ Parents, in the Journal of LGBT Youth and this is what she thought of the book: Queerspawn Speak Out: A Review of Let’s Get This … Continue reading
Hugging the Monster Within
I’ve been upset about all of the violence percolating in Chicago, primarily concentrated in poor African-American communities like mine, but I’ve not been upset enough. I haven’t marched or attended a vigil or worn a hoodie. I haven’t written letters … Continue reading
Writer Reborn
I took the summer off. I thought I’d do more writing with more time. I kicked it instead. I borrowed writing books from the library and read the good parts. I thought it’d make me a better writer. I bought … Continue reading
Summer 2012 – Let’s Get It!
Summer is here and I am over the moon! On this first day of summer break, my daughter and I got organized and listed all of the fun things we’d like to do this summer, some free, some on a … Continue reading
Obama and Gay Marriage – Is equality really debatable?
This morning, the doorman in my office building quietly shoved today’s RedEye newspaper in my hand and whispered, “Do you support Obama in his latest decision to support gay marriage?” I loudly responded, “My mother is gay.” He looked around … Continue reading
Posted in Activism, LGBT Family, Media, Politics, Social Justice
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