The Bridge to Bliss

Hey, it's me again! No rants on natural hair, but just a tad bit of advertisement. A while ago, I was published in the online magazine Brownstone Magazine for my article titled "Hues of Beauty" . It was about how foolish the whole "Dark skin vs. Light skin"tension in the Black community is. If you're interested, feel free to click here and give it a read . But this post is about my most recent article published in the article for its September issue and relaunch! I'm excited because prior to being approached to write this article, I was having a conversation with some friends about it!! So please please PLEASE read my newest article entitled, "The Black Girl Dilemma" . I know that titled probably caused you to raise an article, but please wait to form an opinion AFTER you read it! And while you are over at Brownstone, check out some of the others articles! All of the correspondents and the EIC especially put a lot of work into this rela...

Yes, the money is all mine! But actually this post is about hair. As I have told you all time and time again, I have natural hair. But being the Sierra I am, I like to change things up and keep people wondering what my next step will be. I'm also unapologetically an individual, so many times the things I do will not and do not seem mainstream. In the past, I've dyed my hair "purple" with semi-permanent dye. Lovely, right? However, such purple hair was only done with a rinse , meaning that after a couple of washes, the purple fades away. So now, I want to take things to the next level. Let me give you all a visual.  So I want to lift the color of my hair in the front section like so, And then let the purple take over and reign like this beauty has done, To me, this will be the needed touch to give me the "umph" I've been wanting for so long. I know what you're thinking, "So why not do it then?" Here's the d...

I know what you're thinking, "Long time no blog, Sierra!" Well, I've been adjusting to my new life and I think I finally have the hang of things. If you don't know what the term "new life" refers to, I mean my life as a college girl! If you read my last few blog posts, you will know that I've been on campus since September 3rd! I haven't actually been in class, as I was here for a writing/cultural program. And, boy, did I love it. I learned about things such as inclusion, love, and success. I learned about accepting others. I learned to not put boundaries on myself.  I also gained some friendships that I see lasting for a very very long time. Living with 20 other girls on a floor may seem daunting at first, but it brought us all so much closer to one another. We went from the awkward "So...where are you from?" To "Is your boyfriend really coming? I'm jealous!"  And beyond just the friendships I've made with the other g...

Tomorrow. It's here. No more counting down. No more wondering 'What if?' No more packing and shopping. I leave for school in the morning. Am I excited? Yes. Am I nervous? Yes. Am I ready? I hope so. What can I say? The time has come that I officially become a Wildcat. Everything is packed, I've had all of my goodbye kisses and hugs, and I've cleared my countdown. Yes, part of me is a bit sad to say goodbye to life as I know it. But just as a song, the beat of life goes on. You can either jam with it or plug your ears (bad analogy?) I'll miss people. I'll call home with sickness. I'll feel lonely. But then I'll realize that this is what I'm meant to do. I've been preparing for this time for so long. Many before me have been homesick, and they made it through just find. People always tell me that college was the best time of their life. I can't fill it full with moping. I'm about to grab life by the reins and claim it! I want to find my...

And operation last minute vacation was a complete SUCCESS! I had a blast in  It definitely was an unforgettable experience. I also bonded with my family, something I truly appreciate prior to my leaving for school.  I am very thankful to have had this opportunity. But, ALAS, the time has come. With less than 5 days until I leave for Evanston, it's time to get things CRACKIN'! Here's everything I have to do before I leave: • Buy more hair products: Since I am a (proud) natural, I have to stock up on products! I need enough to last me until Thanksgiving break, and possible longer than that! Check out my YouTube channel to see my favorite products. • Last minute dorm needs: Yep, you're reading that correctly. I still have all of that to get. However, some things we are planning on buying in Evanston (phew)! What can I say... • Finish a book True proof of my procrastination skills here. Be jealous. I received this book some weeks ago and I don't think I'm passed the...

Today is the very last day of the #31WriteNow challenge! I did it! *cue We Are the Champions*  Well, I didn't blog every single day, but recollecting my previous blogging habits, I've made so much progress thanks to this challenge. People have actually been frequently reading The B2B, I've come up with tons more to write about, and I've breathed a new life into my pre-challenge blog! I really do feel accomplished.  But the push isn't over just because August is over ( seriously though, August only lasted a day ). I will now be participating in Blogtember! That's right! A September blogging challenge! It doesn't start until the 3rd (in honor of the holiday), and I think it will benefit you to tune in. In depth deets will be coming soon, so thank you to those who have read and see you soon to those who will continue to read.  XOXO -Si

Purple? So, just in case you're wondering, the countdown until Northwestern is 3 days in total. Many times, when I tell others that I'm a Northwestern Wildcat, I get the following responses: Wow! You're smart. Northwestern?? Big 10 Northwestern? That's a hard school to get into, woah! Wooooooow! Congrats and the seldom but equally amusing; Oh. (unfamiliar with the school and its prestige) However, for me, and others that look like me, after making it known that we attend a prestigious school, some may think it's because we are black. Or Native American. Or Hispanic. Or a female. Simply, some believe that due to programs like Affirmative Action, people who are unqualified get into schools over those who are qualified.  Here's a question for those people: What does the world look like? When you step outside of your home into the world, you don't see just one type of person. You don't see programmed robots who all only know how to d...