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Author: Charli Penn

6 Simple Acts That Will Instantly Make You Feel Closer To Bae
Relationships

6 Simple Acts That Will Instantly Make You Feel Closer To Bae

By Charli Penn · Nov 9, 2018
Aww! Yvonne Orji and Her Bae Dressed Up As ‘Love and Basketball’s Quincy and Monica For Halloween
Black Celeb Couples · Love & Sex

Aww! Yvonne Orji and Her Bae Dressed Up As ‘Love and Basketball’s Quincy and Monica For Halloween

By Charli Penn · Nov 1, 2018
Beyoncé and JAY-Z's Family Halloween Costumes Through The Years
Black Celeb Couples · Love & Sex

Beyoncé and JAY-Z's Family Halloween Costumes Through The Years

By Charli Penn · Nov 1, 2018
We Asked Nephew Tommy and Will Packer to Explain Why Men Do These (Super!) Annoying Things
Relationships

We Asked Nephew Tommy and Will Packer to Explain Why Men Do These (Super!) Annoying Things

By Charli Penn · Oct 29, 2018
Marco Borges Announces 4-Part Plant-Based Living Movement Designed to Change Your Life...and the Planet
Health & Wellness

Marco Borges Announces 4-Part Plant-Based Living Movement Designed to Change Your Life...and the Planet

By Charli Penn · Oct 24, 2018
Watch #InMyFeed: It’s a Frisky Friday With Sexy Vibes From Kandi Burruss and Lovebirds Boris Kodjoe and Nicole Ari Parker
Celebrity · Love & Sex

Watch #InMyFeed: It’s a Frisky Friday With Sexy Vibes From Kandi Burruss and Lovebirds Boris Kodjoe and Nicole Ari Parker

By Charli Penn · Oct 12, 2018
Watch #InMyFeed: Can We Talk About Pooch Hall's Questionable Behavior and Bette Midler's Reckless Tweet?
Celebrity · News

Watch #InMyFeed: Can We Talk About Pooch Hall's Questionable Behavior and Bette Midler's Reckless Tweet?

By Charli Penn · Oct 5, 2018
Meet Newlyweds Sara Elise and Amber: 'Love Can Look Like and Be Anything'
Love & Sex

Meet Newlyweds Sara Elise and Amber: 'Love Can Look Like and Be Anything'

By Charli Penn · Oct 4, 2018
Jehan And Dave Share Their Love Story: 'Consistency In Black Love Is Healthy, Possible...And It Endures'
Culture · Love & Sex · Relationships

Jehan And Dave Share Their Love Story: 'Consistency In Black Love Is Healthy, Possible...And It Endures'

By Charli Penn · Oct 3, 2018
Why Richard Lawson Asked For Beyoncé and Solange’s Blessing Before Marrying Tina Knowles Lawson
Black Celeb Couples · Love & Sex

Why Richard Lawson Asked For Beyoncé and Solange’s Blessing Before Marrying Tina Knowles Lawson

By Charli Penn · Oct 1, 2018
Visiting Africa? Consider Community-Led Tourism So Your Dollars Will Make A Difference and Your Memories Will Be One-Of-A-Kind
Black Travel Guide

Visiting Africa? Consider Community-Led Tourism So Your Dollars Will Make A Difference and Your Memories Will Be One-Of-A-Kind

By Charli Penn · Oct 1, 2018
Support The Future Game-Changer In Your Life! Last Call For 2019 Disney Dreamers Academy High School Applicants
Go For It

Support The Future Game-Changer In Your Life! Last Call For 2019 Disney Dreamers Academy High School Applicants

By Charli Penn · Oct 1, 2018
The Trouble With Guys Like Dro On ‘Insecure’ Who Want To Have Their Cake, Eat It Too, and Tell You That To Your Face
Entertainment · Relationships

The Trouble With Guys Like Dro On ‘Insecure’ Who Want To Have Their Cake, Eat It Too, and Tell You That To Your Face

By Charli Penn · Aug 14, 2018
Unhappy At Work? Here's Four Psychologist's Approved Ways To Help
Lifestyle · Money & Career

Unhappy At Work? Here's Four Psychologist's Approved Ways To Help

By Charli Penn · Aug 10, 2018
A Psychologist's Answer To What To Do Next When You Realize Your Relationship Is Making You Unhappy
Love & Sex

A Psychologist's Answer To What To Do Next When You Realize Your Relationship Is Making You Unhappy

By Charli Penn · Aug 8, 2018
Black Women’s Equal Pay Day: ESSENCE President Michelle Ebanks on the Importance of Knowing and Demanding Your Worth
Money & Career

Black Women’s Equal Pay Day: ESSENCE President Michelle Ebanks on the Importance of Knowing and Demanding Your Worth

By Charli Penn · Aug 7, 2018
On The Run II Tour Dancers Say I Do In Jamaica! Friendship Brought Them Together, But Their Faith Made Them One
Love & Sex

On The Run II Tour Dancers Say I Do In Jamaica! Friendship Brought Them Together, But Their Faith Made Them One

By Charli Penn · Jul 25, 2018
LeToya Luckett On Her Blissful New Journey As A Wife, Stepmom and Mom-to-Be and Why She’s Giving All The Glory to God
Celebrity Moms · Love & Sex

LeToya Luckett On Her Blissful New Journey As A Wife, Stepmom and Mom-to-Be and Why She’s Giving All The Glory to God

By Charli Penn · Jul 23, 2018
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