That Girl At the Party

I am a proud blogger/influencer of 16 years and founder of the Henley Content Lab for content creators from underserved communities, who are 45 and over. I am also the founder of Chateau Canna and Cannappetit. I am also an aunt to 12 and human to Bodhi and Yoko Rey.

Talking Tatts With Andy Perez Of Allied Tattoos

The past four years gave true meaning to rising above to survive. Dickens described it best, “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.” But I made it through. So the Phoenix has special meaning to me and I decided to commemorate the passing through to another stage in my Life, with a tattoo from my fav NY artist, Andy Perez of Allied Tattoos in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Here is an interview with Andy with tips for aftercare from yours truly.

Six Must-Have Handbags for F/W 2015

I’ve always felt that handbags make the look and your choice of which bag to sport can speak volumes about you. Even if you throw on something casual, an expensive bag will make you look like a billion bucks. I sometimes even plan the rest of my ensemble around the bag I want to carry. Here are the bags and totes on my wish list for fall/winter twenty-fifteen.

Remembering Jackie Collins

It was will great sadness that I learned of the passing of pulp literary giant Jackie Collins. I miss her earthly presence already!

Returning To Your Core

Although I am not Jewish, Yom Kippur is a holiday that we can all benefit from observing. The Day of Atonement, which ushers in the fall season, is always a great time to access the year and plan for the next one. Today I reflect on the year’s major lesson for me, which was to eliminate all outside negativity and return to the core of my being. As is always the case, with people of Spirit, what was meant for my harm actually produced great beauty and clarity.