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Our People are Dying...
This week early statistics show that black people more than any other group are dying after being exposed to COVID-19. The reason will...

Lou and Teresa
Apr 12, 20203 min read


Removing the Stigma of Suicide
My husband told me about a young African-American man who committed suicide just a few short days ago. We talked about the fact that we...

Lou and Teresa
Apr 5, 20207 min read


Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Basics
I have had several members of my immediate family whose kidneys have failed. Both my brother and sister have been on dialysis, as well as...

Lou and Teresa
Mar 29, 20204 min read


Thankful Musings
In this week’s podcast Teresa and I talk about trying to find the positives while we get through this virus scare. I admit it’s hard, but...

Lou and Teresa
Mar 22, 20205 min read
Pandemic! Now what?
Ok, “this just got real!” Excuse my slang, but this is exactly what I said when I heard the announcement that the coronavirus is now a...

Lou and Teresa
Mar 15, 20204 min read


Ascending Beyond Fear
In this week’s podcast I talk about my fear of driving over bridges. Let me clarify: It’s not all bridges. Most bridges I can drive over...

Lou and Teresa
Mar 8, 20203 min read


The Shift
In former positions I had the privilege of working closely with politicians. I did this for about twelve years. My former positions were...

Lou and Teresa
Mar 1, 20202 min read


5 Black Female Inventors You Should Know About
During Black History Month, here at Earrings off! we want to highlight the inventions of African American females. The following...

Lou and Teresa
Feb 23, 20202 min read


From the Heart
February is Heart Awareness Month. The purpose is to raise awareness about heart disease. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in...

Lou and Teresa
Feb 16, 20202 min read


Tarnished By a Lie
If you read or listened to me read my poem “I Believe You” which was about sexual violence against women, you probably know I have some...

Lou and Teresa
Feb 9, 20202 min read


The Power of 8
The following tips will help you live your best life. Each step will contribute to your overall wellness and improve your quality of...

Lou and Teresa
Feb 2, 20203 min read


I’m not sure I follow your thinking
Recently a popular radio talk show host shared the news that Chicago Mayor Lori Lighfoot fired Chicago Police Chief Eddie Johnson. Chief...

Lou and Teresa
Jan 26, 20203 min read


Feeling Melancholy
As I continue writings these blogs, I am starting to think I may need therapy. So many of my musings are dark and heavy. Unfortunately,...

Lou and Teresa
Jan 19, 20201 min read
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