Here’s what I’ve been reflecting on this week. As Haruki Murakam once said, “If you only read the books that everyone else is reading, you can only think what everyone else is thinking.” I believe this is applicable to everything we read.
READ
Yasssssss! Movies to Watch This Black History Month, Shondaland
Not surprising. Black Americans Are Much More Likely to Face Tax Audits, Study Finds, The New York Times
And this. Why Black Families Are Leaving New York, and What It Means for the City, The New York Times
Why not? No, really? The Everygirl’s 28-Day Self-Love Challenge, Everygirl
Such wonderful advice. Jane Fonda’s Tip for Making Real Friends as You Get Older Makes So Much Sense, Self
Wowza! 15 Sisters Who Shape How We Use Technology, Sisters From AARP
A reminder of the health benefits of friendship. Want to be healthier? Hang out with your friends, The Washington Post
I just found out about this! iPhones Have A Built-In White Noise Feature That No One Knows About, HuffPost
watch
I loved this! Zaria Ware on the Audacious Legacy of Black Artists and Models in Western Art, LitHub
WRITE
Remembering Her Memories: Lucille Clifton’s Generations in Our Time, JSTOR Daily
Susan Griffin on Following the Sounds of Words, LitHub
What I Do: I don’t have access or a subscription to various newspapers or magazines i.e. the New York Times. So, I checked with my local library. I’ve learned I have access to the New York Times free with my library card. Always check with your local library to see what offerings are available to you.