Category: Black Excellence

Embracing the Awkward Phase of Sisterlocks: Trusting the Journey to Your Crown

October 8, 2025

As someone who has had Sisterlocks since 2018 and is comfortably into my own personal “hair goals” era, it’s only right that I keep it 100 with my friends who are considering loc’ing their hair. If you’ve recently started your Sisterlocks journey or are considering doing so, chances are you’ve already heard the term: the … More Embracing the Awkward Phase of Sisterlocks: Trusting the Journey to Your Crown

5 Meaningful Ways to Support a Man During Men’s Mental Health Month and Beyond

June 28, 2025

June is Men’s Mental Health Month — a powerful reminder that mental wellness isn’t a gendered issue but a human one. Yet for too long, men have been conditioned to “tough it out,” to suppress rather than express, to isolate rather than seek help. The result? Millions of men suffer in silence. With Father’s Day … More 5 Meaningful Ways to Support a Man During Men’s Mental Health Month and Beyond

5 Key Lessons From Attending My Dad’s Funeral In Nigeria

May 22, 2025

Two weeks ago, I traveled to Onitsha, Anambra State in Nigeria, to honor my dad’s dying wish to be buried in his ancestorial home near his mother and father. It took place in his village Ogboli Olosi and I am very glad I had the opportunity to witness both his funerals (the other one was … More 5 Key Lessons From Attending My Dad’s Funeral In Nigeria

Why I Chose to Be A Stay At Home Mom: The 6 Benefits

December 14, 2024

Back in 2023 when my family and I moved to Kansas City, my husband and I sat down and made the decision (with me being the driving force) for me to stay home full time primarily for our kids. As someone who has worn many hats from professional athlete, real estate investor, pharmacist, property manager, … More Why I Chose to Be A Stay At Home Mom: The 6 Benefits

The Ten Benefits of Getting Sisterlocks

September 6, 2024

Have you ever heard of Sisterlocks before? Sisterlocks are a natural hair locking technique created specifically for African-textured hair, using a precise parting grid and a specialized tool to create uniform locks that are smaller and more manageable than traditional locs. Sisterlocks is a trademarked hairstyle created in 1993 by Dr. JoAnne Cornwell. I’ve proudly … More The Ten Benefits of Getting Sisterlocks

What Traveling to the Olympics Alone Taught Me: The Transformative Power of Solo Travel

August 16, 2024

Last week, I traveled Paris for the 2024 Olympic Games to support my sister Cindy as she competed in the 100-meter hurdles. Being that I’m a retired professional athlete who spent her 20s basically living on a plane, I’m no stranger to travel, and I’m certainly not scared to travel alone. Once I got over … More What Traveling to the Olympics Alone Taught Me: The Transformative Power of Solo Travel

From Husband to Father: Jeff’s Journey of Love and Transformation

June 7, 2024

With Father’s Day 2024 quickly approaching, I’ve been reflecting on fatherhood, particularly that of my college sweetheart and husband Jeff. Witnessing his transformation into a father has been one of the most profound experiences of my life, and it’s made my love and appreciation of him explode. His fatherhood journey is marked by love, growth, … More From Husband to Father: Jeff’s Journey of Love and Transformation

Why It’s Important To Stop And Reflect On Your Journey

November 9, 2023

This past weekend I was inducted into the University of Michigan’s Athletics Hall of Honor and it truly meant the world to me. To go back to the state where my love for athletics was born and the University where it was nurtured is one thing. But to receive the highest sports honor offered by … More Why It’s Important To Stop And Reflect On Your Journey

The Porter Family Has Moved Again! Why & Lessons Learned

March 7, 2023

Imagine packing up the life you’ve known for 33 years in Michigan and moving to Ohio shortly after competing at the Olympics for an amazing job opportunity your husband recieved. Despite your reservations at first, you get there, fall in love with the city, the home you created, and the community you’ve built. You get … More The Porter Family Has Moved Again! Why & Lessons Learned

Five Facts About Marriage That I’ve Had to Relearn

July 12, 2022

I met my husband when I was seventeen and he was nineteen on the University of Michigan track team several years ago. We were instantly drawn to each other and my college coaches and teammates were convinced we would get married one day. Eleven years of marriage later, and I am glad they were right. … More Five Facts About Marriage That I’ve Had to Relearn

What The Confirmation of Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson Means To Me

April 12, 2022

Have you ever heard the phrase “representation matters” used and wondered why it resonates with some people more than others? Or why some people (like me) make such a big fuss about diversity, equity, and inclusion? Well, imagine growing up in a world where you’re constantly being shown negative images of Black people and those … More What The Confirmation of Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson Means To Me