What Does Zimbabwe Look Like? Part V: Victoria Falls
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I’m back to share Part V of my series covering Zimbabwe with a very special place; Victoria Falls. The Victoria Falls located in the south-west of the country along the Zambian border, is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It’s strange how we often look further afield for holiday destinations, neglecting the beauty in our own backyards.
I hadn’t visited Vic Falls since secondary…
The Black Beauty Paradox
I think that beauty is subjective. I’ve heard that statement my entire life. Being a dark-skinned black woman, you heard it from the womb. And “classically not beautiful” is a fancy term for saying ugly. And denouncing you. And erasing you.
– Viola Davis
Greetings everyone!
Today I want to share my thoughts on beauty and all that comes along with it. It’s a topic and aspect of my life I have been…
What Does Zimbabwe Look Like? Part IV: Manicaland
What Does Zimbabwe Look Like? Part IV: Manicaland
Hello everyone!
Part IV of my series What Does Zimbabwe Look Like, are photographs taken in Manicaland.
Last weekend was my Tete’s memorial service and kugoverwa kwe nhaka (inheritance allocated to family). I learned a lot about Manica traditions, especially how difficult it can be to keep a family together after the matriarch passes away. African women hold together everything, working and…
5 Books By Black Women You Should Read
5 Books By Black Women You Should Read
If I didn’t define myself for myself, I would be crunched into other people’s fantasies for me and eaten alive. – Audre Lorde It’s always a great time to discuss books! In previous blog post I wrote about falling in love with reading (again). Today I’ve compiled a list of 5 books written by Black women you should read. “Why highlight Black women?”, you may ask. Because Black women writing and…
Another Day, Another Slay?
I am learning everyday to allow the space between where I am and where I want to be to inspire me and not to terrify me. – Tracee Ellis Ross Hello Everyone! Today I wanted to discuss personal growth. As is usually the custom at the beginning of a new year, we reflect and set goals. For 2018 I wanted to do something a bit different by creating a vision board. I’ve seen vision boards gaining…
What Does Zimbabwe Look Like? Part III: Harare
What Does Zimbabwe Look Like? Part III: Harare
Hello Everyone! I’m back to share Part III of my series showcasing my home in pictures ‘What Does Zimbabwe Look Like?’. This edition displays more about life in the capital city Harare. From lazy Sundays, the CBD and dining out. Harare International Airport Horsebox Bar at Queen of Hearts Café View of Eastgate Mall Processed with VSCO with preset Fourth Street Fourth Street Fourth Street Fidelity…
