Tag: Strong Women

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

God’s Faithfulness in Full Bloom: Welcoming Our Third Blessing

August 9, 2025

Just over two weeks ago, with hearts overflowing, we welcomed our third baby into the world, Zikora Porter.  With her first breath, that tiny cry, something in our hearts clicked into place.  Safe, healthy, and wrapped in the sweetest peace, this little one is a living, breathing reminder of God’s faithfulness and grace. It’s hard … More God’s Faithfulness in Full Bloom: Welcoming Our Third Blessing

Five Ways To Encourage The Next Generation of Female Athletes

August 16, 2023

As someone who’s life was literally changed because of sport, I will always be a proponent for inspiring the next generation of athletes, especially female athletes. Sport has opened up doors for me that I never even imagined possible, and now having a daughter, I am even more passionate about encouraging young girls to play … More Five Ways To Encourage The Next Generation of Female Athletes

Mind Your Own Uterus

October 18, 2022

Imagine attending a wedding with your sweet rainbow baby and a Nigerian Aunty (not by blood, but it’s a title we give to our elders) cavalierly asks “when will you have baby number two?”. To her it may have been an innocent question, but to you, it’s much deeper than that. Do I think she … More Mind Your Own Uterus

Watching My Sister Compete As A Spectator For The First Time

July 25, 2022

Anyone who knows me knows how much I love and respect my little sister Cindy Sember, and I am incredibly protective over her. So much so that my mom has jokingly called me her “second mom” in the past. For those of you who don’t already know, my sister is a world class hurdler, two … More Watching My Sister Compete As A Spectator For The First Time

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