It's a great day to be Black in America...a listicle

First things first: Happy First Day of Kwanza! Some people call it “The Black Christmas”, but it’s so much more than that. Kwanza celebrates family, community, and culture. In honor of today’s principle, Umoja, which translated from Kiswahii means “Unity”, I’m going to share some heart warming moments of why I absolutely love being Black.

But, before I start, I’ll admit that I haven’t always been so fond of my melanin. For starters, I have a big nose, and I’m still working on embracing that. Now, most of us grow up hearing stories of darker skinned black women and girls learning to accept their hue, but for me, it was the opposite. I wouldn’t say I’m “light-skinned”, I’m more of a brown-skinned girl, but to be honest, to this day my hue is something I don’t necessarily like. I have always wanted to have darker skin. Yes, you read that correctly. I have always found darker skin so appealing. It’s rich, creamy, makes bright colors look amazing, and I’ve never seen a darker skinned person with less than perfect skin. I’m working on embracing the medium brown skin that I have.

So, onto the list! I hope some of these make you smile, and help us all to remember that we truly are a remarkable and special group of people.


#BlackTwitter: Do I need to say anymore? We have created movements, influenced brand marketing campaigns, and created celebs.

The Head Nod: IYKYK. (If you know, you know). The head nod is like a sign of solidarity and respect. No words needed.

Compliments from older black women: If you need a pick-me-up, they’ve got you.

“I’m just trying to get like you!”: This is the ultimate compliment.

Round hips, big thighs, and big lips: The features that others pay for, we have naturally. I may (I am) be biased, but I think we have the best features on earth.

Hair that defies gravity: You ever see a black women buying volumizing hair products? Exactly. Those kinks, coils, and locs are beautiful.

The best sense of humor: No matter what’s happening, we’re going to laugh. I heard somewhere that laughter is good medicine, fyi.

Ebonics: It’s lit.

I could go on and on, but I think you get the point. As a people, we are pretty dope. I’m so glad to be Black; I hope you are too.

Love always,

CDOG