Author: anikapetagaye

The Moon

“Why is the moon following me?” My son asked this question just the other day as we were heading home. It’s been a busy work week, school week, and life week. I perked up and turned the music down. It’s fascinating to observe his curiosity. As my toddler gets older and older his world gets […]

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Immunity?!

I’ll be the first one to look at the government with a critical eye. As I drive through my city and dodge potholes I lament about my tax dollars and question what they’re doing with the funds. Based on the history of this country I’m quick to read off a laundry list of my qualms. […]

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Just Like That!

With a blink of an eye it’s officially summer! The weather in the Northeast has been hot, muggy with notable rainfall throughout. There are no complaints over here as I have grown fond of the cooler seasons. However, I’m ready to wake up with the sun already out. There’s absolutely nothing like starting one’s day […]

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And The Winner Is…

Last weekend was epic. I was on the edge of my imaginary seat. I held my breath and listened with intense focus as one rap star dropped and then another rap star dropped. As one artist dropped a new song, I’m in various group texts: “He just dropped”. I am sure by now readers you […]

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Sometimes…

I recently had a very authentic human experience. I won’t divulge the context, however, I found myself asking this person: Do you know who you are? Their response: Sometimes. As a rather talkative person I was stunned into silence. That one word answer stopped me in my tracks. I wasn’t expecting this response. As a […]

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What Next?

Whether it is reproductive health, preventative care and or mental health concerns, I think it is important for black women to prepare for doctor visits armed with the proper tools needed to have a fighting chance as it relates to our health.

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