Not only is relying on your Black employees to be your DEI teachers, trainers, and facilitators incredibly tokenizing and emblematic of the systemic racism your company claims to want to fight, but it’s just plain poor strategy.
Many races end up close because of the through hard work, sweat, tears, and a whole lot of hope about the future of the South, and what it can do for the entire country.
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In the face of grief, it's easy to feel like we've lost control of our lives. We feel like we're at the mercy of our emotions, and we're not sure how to move forward. But the truth is, we still have some control. We can choose how we respond to our grief.
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It's been five days since I've worn anything but my pajamas, and I'm not even sure what time it is anymore. I feel like I'm not at my best, and it's starting to worry me. As I sit here, scrolling through my phone for the hundredth time today, I realized something that made me uneasy. This could be my new reality.
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The main thing to remember is that this pandemic is a new territory for many, but that doesn't mean our human patience and compassion has to be. Lean into the discomfort of the current situation and realize that digital or not, we can get through this together.
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It all started with a glimmer of hope. A rare moment where all of us could be home, without the usual hustle and bustle of our lives. It was an opportunity to connect with friends and loved ones who we hadn't seen in a while, to catch up and share our experiences. It was a time to be present, to laugh, and to reminisce about the good old times. And so we did. But as the pandemic grew, so did our desire to stay connected.
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When the sandwich first debuted, I was skeptical of the hype and didn't want to wait in line like everyone else. But after hearing rave reviews from my friends and family, I finally caved and decided to give it a shot.
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If you're in the Downtown area of Savannah, Georgia, you simply must check out the adorable and oh-so-trendy Collins Quarter! My friend and I stumbled upon this little gem while looking for a quick bite before hitting the town, and boy were we pleasantly surprised!
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After satisfying my appetite, I took a leisurely stroll across the tracks to enjoy the beautiful sunset and watch the seagulls fly by. I even managed to capture the moment with a selfie with my best friend, Nate, and we both left with happy bellies and big smiles on our faces.
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If you're in the Downtown area of Savannah, Georgia, you simply must check out the adorable and oh-so-trendy Collins Quarter! My friend and I stumbled upon this little gem while looking for a quick bite before hitting the town, and boy were we pleasantly surprised!
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Of course, there were downsides. I would never walk into a store and see my name on things, something that was a reality I had to accept. But when a friend gifted me a custom-made coke bottle with my name on it, it meant the world to me. Here, in front of me, was something that confirmed I had made the right choice. I could be Rhonna-Rose - and that was all that mattered.
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