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You can barely step off of a plane and people can’t wait to ask, “What’s next??” I strategically don’t tell it all upfront nor to anyone but as I’m back in entrepreneurship full time, I can say I didn’t come back to play. Stories need to be told, covers will be graced, couches will be sat on and invoices shall be paid. Amen. 😅 But seriously, outside of some media I’ll inform you all on closer to date, keep these in mind: - Sidney’s speaking at the Write To Learn Conference next week in Osage Beach - My work is going to begin to be pretty intense with WePowerSTL very soon - Early March we will be traveling to Atlanta What are you up to (that you can share😉)? . . . . #nextsteps #womeninbusiness #booking #womeninliteracy #womenintech #atlanta #businesses #literacy #booksnbros #shedidthat #onthemove #peopletowatch #la #stl #mission #workstyle #influencer #manifest #grindittillyoufindit

Imagine being profiled because you’re a black young man in a hoody. The officer has no idea that you’re a world changer, that you’ve inspired kids and adults of all ethnicities to read and uplift African American literacy. Recently, the enemy tried to instill fear in my child. I rebuked it and reminded him who and who’s he is. Shortly after, his school opened a raw conversation about hoodies. Sidney and most of the students voiced their concern. This is when God stepped in. “We’re at a school that’s all about brotherhood and excellence as young men. Don’t you find it hypocritical that you’re abiding by society standards that there’s something wrong with us not being able to wear hoodies to school, as young black men, who walk in excellence?” asked Sidney. Now it has been approved for them to wear hoodies to school with their uniforms. I’m extremely proud of Sidney and his peers; I’m also proud of his school for having the conversation and a listening ear. Hoodie: booksnbros.com/shop ✊🏾❤️

From sun up to sun down today has been amazing. This man showered me with gifts this morning that I LOVE, surprised me this evening with a gift certificate to get a Swedish massage whenever and then turned his place into Winnie & Marwin Wonderland. 🥺😍 I can only imagine what he went through to make all of this happen. ❤️There’s over 30 pics of us (including Sidney which got my heart). ❤️On the back of each pic is a special message for me. ❤️He cooked my favorite meal ❤️He got my favorite wine ❤️Topped with flowers from my favorite florists. I’m so grateful and happy. Thanks for loving me babe. And reminding me to love myself. 🥺 #valentines

Today I did a thing. I left in love (hence Valentine’s Day) ❤️ I’d been working a full time position as PR Associate for about 9 months. I learned some things about the industry and myself. I also learned how to advocate for myself better. Wasn’t their intention but no matter what, I came out on top. Between reading Ashlee Nicole’s book “I Am the Bag” and Mena Darré’s “I Quit” I feel so good about my decision. I knew I needed to leave but the when and how boggled me. Then life turnt up and I had to make a choice. I experienced this before as I jumped into entrepreneurship and it led to me doing so for 3 years til I needed to regroup. Here’s to putting me first, gaining new corporate friends 😉, a newfound respect for strategy and explicit self care. 🥂 P. S. I brought my dog to work on my last day for the 1st time and I see how it helps the workplace. *takes notes when I have an office for employees* @byashleenicole @mena.darre

Wow. I didn’t expect to start #ValentinesDay by opening so many gifts! 🥺 And apparently this isn’t it. Thanks babe. I’m at a lost for words. I love you. P. S. @itzroxysworld needs her own dress. I’m sick of her thinking we share everything. 🙄

I should be asleep but I’ve been doing a ton of self reflection lately. There are a lot of moving pieces in my life and many people depend on me. That’s not to brag, it’s just a reminder that I have to be the best for me before I can be the best to anyone else. This photo is of me making sure to get in some me time while traveling. Me time isn’t always this glamorous but whatever me time looks like, is always necessary. Getchusome. #selfcare

Join me at the 18TH ANNUAL ST. LOUIS FOOD AND WINE @schnuckmarkets event! Do you love wine and food? Are you looking for something out of the ordinary to do in #STL? Do you appreciate the opportunity to taste a wide selection of super-premium wines? Then this event is for you! From Friday to Sunday, this is the place to be! This is the largest international food and wine show in the Midwest – now in St. Louis Union Station! Get your tickets! They’re going fast! https://stlfoodandwine.com #stlfoodandwine #partner

Happy Wednesday! If you haven’t noticed I’ve been very busy. Like more busy than I want to be. And I feel it in my body. So now I take advantage of a gym anywhere. Plus who would pass up working out with this view? Now that I’m back home in STL, Join me THIS SATURDAY, Feb. 15 at Wellbridge Athletic Club & Spa - Clayton for American Heart Association STL #CycleNationSTL! ❤️ I’m riding to keep my brain healthy, to control and treat risk factors like high blood pressure, and to fund more research, advocacy and education on heart and brain health. 🚴🏾‍♀️ Link In Bio #AD #AHASTL

We read Ghost by Jason Reynolds a few months ago for Books N Bros and our boys loved it! Thank you to We Stories and Metro Theater Company for making sure we were not only in the space but that our boys were and for having us on the panel! We Stories, Eyeseeme, St. Louis Black Authors of Children's Literature and Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated were all amazing organizations to share this experience with. I highly recommend going to see Ghost LIVE with your family. They’ll be showing til March 1! Visit: https://www.metrotix.com/events/detail/metro-theater-company-ghost 💙❤️

Sidney: Where y’all goin? Me: He’s taking me to my therapy appointment. Sidney: Oh ok! Normalize therapy and taking care of mental health in your household. It feels great. I haven’t been to therapy in forever and I’m so excited to see her. I’m not sure what to expect because I’m use to going when things are bad. But ALOT of good things happening at once can cause stress as well. I know it’ll be healing regardless. 🖤 #therapyforblackgirls

Do you truly pay attention to your health? I learned yesterday that most young women only have an OBGYN and use that doctor for everything. We know that there’s layers to that with the climate of healthcare in this country but we have to do better. Here’s some notes I’d like to share with you all for successful heart health: ❤️Find a PCP. If you don’t have health insurance there are programs that offer sliding fee scales. ❤️Talk to someone when you notice life is affecting your daily moves before it affects your health. For example, shoulder and backaches are indicators of high stress. ❤️Do some form of self care at least once a week! It can save your life. 🥰My two cents: Shake! Make your body move! It’s silly but also helpful! Shake it off and move forward!

Be a part of something bigger than yourself. Watch me Go Red to help end heart disease and stroke in women. #GoRedSTL #goredforwomen ❤️

On my way to The Ritz in my red!💃🏽 Watch me Go Red for #WearRedDay! Let’s put an end to women’s #1 health threat: heart disease. #GoRedSTL @american_heart @ahastl

I’m literally raising the child that my mom believed me to be. Manifesting starts at the core. #greatness

Tune in tomorrow to Home & Family on the Hallmark Channel as Sidney talks about Books N Bros! Home & Family airs weekdays at 10am/9c on Hallmark Channel. *Please note if you are a DirectTV subscriber on the West coast, the episode will air 7am CT! #coolbrosread #proudmommy #booksnbros #happyblackhistorymonth #hallmark #homeandfamily

Some say it’s not about what you know, it’s who you know. We keep GOD at the forefront of all of our moves. I slipped up one time and forgot He was the reason of our season and I vow not to lose sight again. Thank you God for grace and opportunities. Also thank you Porscha for capturing Sidney and I in our element. We always pray right behind the cameramen before going on set. Always. More news coming soon. ❤️

Did you know I share a birthday with one of the most iconic humans of this nation? MLK. ✊🏾 Yes, his actual birthday is Jan. 15. 🎈 And I’m named after one of the strongest South African women ever, Winnie Mandela. Anti-apartheid activist and politician. 👑 When I was younger, I hated my name because it wasn’t common. And I hated my birthday because it was always cold. But the older and wiser I’ve become, I’ve noticed the blessings from those who have come before me and how everything aligns. I’m proud to give a history lesson every time someone meets me for the 1st time. I’m proud to be a black woman. “I have decided to stick to love…Hate is too great a burden to bear.” - Martin Luther King Jr. #happyblackhistorymonth 💜✊🏾 Sweatshirt: @messinabottle

Glow up kid. 🎈 #glow

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