Category Archives: Being Biracial

Being Unapologetically Ashkenazi

Originally posted on JN Magazine:
Being a Jew who has skin shaded past the color described as olive–but is not Ethiopian–is a unique identity to occupy in American Jewish spaces. Identifying as Black or biracial means that there’s more to me than Ashkenazi. Now re-read that sentence. “More to me”. There’s more to Judaism overall…

all we do is pin

When biracial Buzzfeeder Rachel W. Miller decided to live by the “Most Popular Pins” page for a week, this was her experience: http://www.buzzfeed.com/rachelwmiller/all-we-do-is-pin It’s interesting how not only does she find the ability to comment on the way it makes women overall feel somewhat incompetent, but as a biracial (although lighter, and straighter-haired) working woman,Continue reading “all we do is pin”

Charlotte Tilbury Color Chameleon Color Morphing Eyeshadow Pencil in “Black Diamonds”

Originally posted on Daily Musings | Adventures in Life & Beauty Products:
As promised, more Charlotte Tilbury reviews are here! In today’s post, the Charlotte Tilbury Color Chameleon Color Morphing Eyeshadow Pencil in “Black Diamonds” will be the star of the show and it’s truly a product that has impressed me. While the reviews I’ve read…

I’m a White Parent. My Kids are Black. Am I Alone?

Short answer, you aren’t. With permission, I’m sharing the feelings of a woman well versed in navigating the complex issues of being a part of an interracial family. She’s educated, active, and great at applying that knowledge in raising her daughter. Everyone feels lost on this one. Please post your feelings, reactions, and suggestions inContinue reading “I’m a White Parent. My Kids are Black. Am I Alone?”