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It’s Wednesday but it’s “Mon”day!!!
It’s officially “Mon”day over here at iammichellerena.com because it’s our DOPE AF contributing writer, Monica Odom’s, birthday!!! Happy...
MichelleRena
Aug 24, 20221 min read
My first Mother’s Day gift…Zahra
Fourteen years ago today, I was preparing to become a mommy. I’d read the books and taken the classes and by all accounts I was ready,...
MichelleRena
May 7, 20223 min read
May is giving…
April was a whirlwind. I am in awe of the blessings and depression that came as a result of the past 30 days. April 1 I attended the...
MichelleRena
May 1, 20222 min read
Everyone is talking about Will Smith...
I rarely get into pop culture on the blog, yet here we are. There is so much to think about and all of it is not about the slap. But, yes...
MichelleRena
Mar 28, 20225 min read
Meet Demetrius Dorn of A'Dorn Scrubs & More
Every woman has a story and honestly the more I interview these amazing DOPE Black Women the more intrigued I become with learning the...
MichelleRena
Mar 23, 20222 min read
How are you showing up today?
When I conduct professional development this is one of my favorite welcoming rituals. I like to know how people are showing up because it...
MichelleRena
Mar 22, 20222 min read
Spring has sprung and now it’s time to blossom…
I took some time off to enjoy spring break. During what felt like the shortest week ever, I really enjoyed not going to work, waking up...
MichelleRena
Mar 21, 20222 min read
Dream Without Fear
Someone said "sometimes you just have to do it scared" and honestly for me that couldn’t be truer. A lot of times we are so hyper focused...
MichelleRena
Mar 11, 20222 min read
Fear is keeping you from being the best version of yourself
So I have been working on overcoming my fears for a while. Honestly it’s a daily goal to not let fear keep me from doing the things I so...
MichelleRena
Mar 4, 20222 min read
Meet Dr. Tommie "Tonea" Stewart Retired Univ. Prof/Dean/Actress/Museum Exhibit Director
When Dr. Linda Holloway shared with me that she was referring some Dope Black Women for me to interview I was so excited. When I found...
MichelleRena
Mar 2, 20223 min read
Happy Women’s History Month
One thing for certain, two things for sure…we are advocates for all things Black and woman over here. I am always honored to share space...
MichelleRena
Mar 1, 20222 min read
Meet Deidra Wilcher, Our Favorite Neighborhood Homegirl, NurseBAE, and Podcaster
We are still celebrating all things love this month and I figured why not close out this month’s Dope Black Woman series with another...
MichelleRena
Feb 23, 20222 min read
Happy Lovers Day y’all!
Happy Valentine’s Day lovers! I hope this day finds you loving yourself first and foremost. I hope that you have loved on yourself good...
MichelleRena
Feb 14, 20221 min read
The Power of Girlfriend Love
Our girlfriends are the ones who see us through life. Yes, you have your parents and you will possibly have your spouse and/or children...
MichelleRena
Feb 11, 20221 min read
Meet Dr. Linda Holloway, Professor, Self Published Children's Book Author, and Story Activist
Y'all know I love meeting new people and Miss Linda, as I like to call her, is no different. This Dope Black Woman completely rejuvenated...
MichelleRena
Feb 9, 20224 min read
Transparency Tuesday: The Truth About Love and Relationships
So let’s get right to it. All you need is love right! Love conquers all right! Yeah, it’s easy to talk about all of the mushy, gushy...
MichelleRena
Feb 8, 20222 min read
A Dope Black love story
Happy Monday y’all! Oh yeah, we still on love over here so get ready. I love sharing my Dope Black love story because I think it gives...
MichelleRena
Feb 7, 20224 min read
A Love Supreme…
I don't know if you've noticed by now but in case you haven't we LOVE FEBRUARY! Love is kinda our thing over here at iamMichelleRena.com...
MichelleRena
Feb 4, 20224 min read
Meet Nikki Parker Saint-vil, CEO of Sheeann Candles
Y'all know I love meeting people and this next Dope Black Businesswoman is no different. Nikki Parker Saint-Vil is a South Florida native...
MichelleRena
Feb 2, 20222 min read
The first step to showing real love and care is showing real GRACE!
I spent most of the month of January fasting, meditating, cleansing, and purging quite a few areas of my life. When your thoughts are...
MichelleRena
Feb 1, 20223 min read
Charting A New Course
Change can be scary, and it's ok to admit that while still moving forward
Monica Odom
23 minutes ago2 min read
Bend...but don’t break!
Whew y’all! I felt like I was fighting for my life...ALL DAY LONG today! I held my own, but it was a real battle! Just when you think you’re ok, the enemy goes into overdrive to try to kill your joy and your momentum. The only way to defeat the enemy is with God! No matter what gets thrown your way, you have to trust and believe that all will be well, because it will be. You can bend, but don’t you dare break! In this life I have learned how to bend. I've bent schedules, expe
MichelleRena
23 hours ago2 min read
Currently overwhelmed…but shoutout to My Sorors!
Hey y’all! I am currently overworked and completely overwhelmed today. The level of emotional lifting that I have had to do has been extremely exhausting. So this is all I have to give today. Happy Founders Day to the amazing women of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated! I said “my Sorors!” If your timeline wasn’t taken over by crimson and cream today, who are your friends? Just kidding! I love y’all! Don’t be a joy thief! Love, MichelleRena
MichelleRena
2 days ago1 min read
Book Review: Only If It's You by T'Lyn
When they find themselves in a legal situation that could work out in both their favor, why not?
Monica Odom
3 days ago3 min read
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