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BEE Channel's avatar

This was such an interesting perspective.

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tami's avatar

Thank you for sharing. Isn’t it interesting that words remain in our brain “rent free” and alter our view?

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Dr. Chanequa Walker-Barnes's avatar

Yes indeed.

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Vincine Brown's avatar

Such a relatable piece Dr.C! I find this is an experience of some or nearly all of educated black woman friends. Often I wonder what I have taught my sons about efucated black women and that will impact their choices of partner.....hmmm

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Liz Cooledge Jenkins's avatar

"it's a communal affair" - love this

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Mechelle's avatar

Whew. Thank you for this.

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