Category: Life Stuff

Remember Us, Always

I take a small sip of this champagne, feeling it warm my senses as it travels down my throat, attempting to smile at each guest my husband introduces me to, all the guests he does business with. Most are men of course, their wives by their sides, smoothing their tuxes as they shake my hand…

Innovative Exhibit Pays Tribute to Fashion Photographer Bill Cunningham’s Life and Work

Immerse yourself in the world of fashion photography at Experience the Times of Bill Cunningham, a show-stopping exhibit at The Seaport in NYC that highlights the noted photographer’s work in a modern, electrifying way. Sponsored by Shutterstock, the exhibit brings Cunningham’s signatures to life with fun displays and interactive screens that show off modern renditions…

A Woman, Like Me, Must Write

I’m aware of what they think of me. I’m aware of what they say. I’m used to the degradation, the belittlement, the constant criticism of my ways. I’m a woman of stature, but of course, men don’t like confident girls, girls who are too sure of themselves. Confidence is sexy to many, but a woman…

Chelsea Cutler Opens Up About Her Depression on “Devil on My Shoulder”

Chelsea Cutler lays her hand on the table with the vulnerable “Devil on My Shoulder,” a piano-led lament dedicated to her struggles with mental health. Tinged with descriptive details that give the message more depth, the song offers a very real, immersive depiction of what those who live with depression experience on a daily basis.…

5 Early Fall Wardrobe Tips From TV Personality and Journalist Sharon Carpenter

Now that early fall is in full swing and the weather varies from day to day, it can be challenging to figure out how you should dress, but there are plenty of tricks you can implement to make it easier. TV host, broadcast journalist, and producer Sharon Carpenter loves playing with her wardrobe to make…

A Story for the Heartbroken

This is a story written for a broken heart. This is a story that will give you hope. *** This is a story for you who thinks you are not good enough. You who look in the mirror and see nothing but the words they call themselves. A blackened reflection of what was. This is…

How NOT to Portray High-Support Autistic People

The autism spectrum is incredibly vast, with each person displaying a distinct number of traits where no two are alike. It can be hard to put any group of autistics in a box, as there are some who can’t bathe themselves but can remember every fact about the solar system, or someone who is the…

Kaiser health workers on strike in Sacramento

Several health workers have been gathering around the South Sacramento Kaiser facility since Sept. 18th to strike a new contract Kaiser has generated. These people who have been surrounding the facility holding protest signs are stationary engineers, represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 39. “Local 39 exists to provide for the general…

Wanna Buy New Shakira Merch? “Don’t Wait Up”!

Shakira gave fans an infectious summer anthem with her July single “Don’t Wait Up,” and she’s bringing the fun into fall with a stylish new merch collection inspired by the song! “Don’t Wait Up” is the Latina legend’s first solo release in four years, and her fanbase has been eagerly anticipating the followup to her…

Is Hispanic Heritage Month inclusive enough?

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! From September 15th to October 15th, celebrations of Hispanic culture are in order, stories and the contributions of our ancestors that came from Mexico, Spain, the Caribbean and Central and South America are embraced. Before we became Latinos, Latinx or Chicanos, our ancestors were Hispanic and in 1968, President Lyndon Johnson…

Growing Pains

Growing is a painful yet remarkable experience.

Organ Breaker

Dear Organ Breaker, I think you need to know about the path of destruction you leave in your wake. I walk outside and see the piles of weeping bodies you leave behind. They are stuck in perpetual motion of attempting to pick up the pieces of their now broken vitality. Even when they are able…

Workers Refuse Any Jobs Paying Less Than This Dollar Amount

Tricia works in a restaurant, and has three children and an apartment in Queens. After working a 40-hour week she brings home a measly $500 – BEFORE taxes! But her moment to finally make more money might be here. After years of workers standing up against low pay and dead-end jobs, employers are finally raising…

The Inspiration Behind Sophia Roe’s Shimmery Met Gala Gown

New York chef Sophia Roe was a social media mainstay during quarantine, with her recipes quickly becoming a fan favorite and earning her a spot on the culinary team to help curate this year’s Met Gala dinner. Such a star-studded event deserves a luxurious meal and outfit, and after receiving her invite, Roe teamed up…

Mirrors

Mirrors, the windows to one’s self, people say. I’ve always wondered what that meant as I stare at myself because I don’t like what I see every time I look through it. The scars, acne, stretch marks, folds of my stomach, and all my insecurities scream at such a high pitch it be-comes unbearable. I…

Black Business Content Is On The Rise, The Black Podcasting Awards Sat Down With Tahyira Savanna To Chat About Visibility, Garnering Black Resources, and Giving Flowers To Creators In Real-time

In America, the words Black and Business are becoming more synonymous with building black wealth outside of the housing market. Black Americans are heading to platforms, like the Chinese owned Tik Tok, to develop, promote, and sustain their online business ventures. We found that business discovery is easier on social media where smaller brands struggle to financially…

Meet TREMG Writer Charlene: Vulnerable Without Question

I’m going to be vulnerable. It’s no longer a question this time, but a clear, definite statement. When you begin to lack inspiration, you can’t help but become vulnerable within your own writing, even when you don’t want to be. It becomes inevitable almost, your fingertips itching and seething to write what needs to be…

6 Self-Care and Beauty Products Under $35 That You Should Add to Your Fall Regimen

With the darker, colder months coming up fast, it’s crucial to keep taking care of yourself and your skin. We all know the horrors of cracked lips, dry breakouts, and dull complexions, but there are tons of products that can help counteract the effects of the cooler weather. Check out these six affordable options that…

21 Kind Things to Do for Born This Way Foundation’s #BeKind21

Start your fall on the right note by participating in the Lady Gaga-created Born This Way Foundation’s fourth (and biggest yet) #BeKind21 initiative, a project dedicating to spreading positivity and kindness to both yourself and those around you. From September 1st to 21st, try your best to stay positive and make healthy choices while focusing…

We Need to Talk About Kanye West’s Disregard for Abuse Survivors

Trigger Warning: This piece discusses Kanye West’s support of alleged sexual and domestic abusers. Please be cautious if you think this may upset or overwhelm you! Kanye West is almost always making headlines, but when’s the last time it was for something good? Most recently, he’s disappointed fans with several postponements of his Donda album,…

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