100 Dates in Houston: When Sparks Fly

100 Dates in Houston: When Sparks Fly

Date #7 in Houston was scheduled to take place the week following my rendezvous at Hearsay on the Waterway with Mr. Hairline. We had texted a bit throughout the day; however by 11 p.m. the night before our date, we still had not discussed our plans. There were no...
100 Dates in Houston: Roller Coaster Dating

100 Dates in Houston: Roller Coaster Dating

My love life lately has felt like something straight off of an episode of The Bachelorette — complete with all of the twists, turns, and emotional meltdowns. After my sudden crash and burn with the Beard, date #6 almost didn’t happen. I felt sad, heavy,...
100 Dates in Houston: Fresh Shave

100 Dates in Houston: Fresh Shave

For the first time in my life, I’m an ANGRY black woman. I can tell you exactly how it happened. Long story short, I’ve always wanted to be married.  Growing up in the black church, I remember being told as early as 12, “Your breasts are for your...
100 Dates in Houston: The Curious Case of Mr. Beard

100 Dates in Houston: The Curious Case of Mr. Beard

I’ve been in Houston for about a month and have gone on three dates. I’m happy to report that I had a great time on all three. At the very least, dating should be fun, right? Now, it’s time to add a fourth.  Back in November of 2021, while traveling as a digital...
100 Dates in Houston: Where’s My Warrior?

100 Dates in Houston: Where’s My Warrior?

For the first time in my life, I’m an ANGRY black woman. I can tell you exactly how it happened. Long story short, I’ve always wanted to be married.  Growing up in the black church, I remember being told as early as 12, “Your breasts are for your...