"Blacknificent" - impressively dripping in black beauty, elaborately infused with melanin, extravagantly bathed in chocolate. They are strong, confident, and…
I've fallen in love with street photography. Every time I press the shutter, I realize why. I've just captured a moment that will never be repeated and that…
I just can't resist an adorable pet. I especially love dogs, and often stop to meet and greet them and their owners. It's a great way to meet people, and catch…
Reading Terminal Market originally opened in 1893 after the city of Philadelphia decided to move outdoor public markets to safer and more sanitary indoor spaces…
DuPont Circle in NorthWest DC is full of life. There's restaurants, homes, bars, and bookstores. It's full of life. Every summer it's one of the venues for Art…
I have never been shy. I've always enjoyed meeting new people, and getting to know them and what makes them them. But the idea of walking up to someone to…
Derrick Butts, Age 57 Two-Wheel Therapy On this cool and crisp fall morning, Derrick Butts does what he does most weekdays … packs his bag, readies his bike,…
"Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world." Nelson Mandela "Black History is still important and necessary in 2020. There are so…
by Diane Butts The halls and classrooms of Friendship Southeast Academy are filled with energy. It's February - Black History Month - and there are many…
by Diane Butts At the heart of black Greek-letter organizations is service. Myriad programs and projects target communities throughout cities and neighborhoods…
by Diane Butts Kristin, nicknamed Shy, is on the move. She’s an accomplished community leader and an educational advocate. She holds a Master's degree in…
"No matter who you are or where you come from, you are beautiful." M. Obama Women’s History Month started in California in 1978 when the Education Task Force…
Bike Life Memorial Tribute, Brooklyn NY (100 Strangers Project) 16/100 “I lost my friend right here. I sit here sometimes to be close to her. This is her…
City living. After more than 20 years living in the Maryland suburbs, in 2011 we moved to the District of Columbia. With an empty nest and two tickets for fun,…
Celebrating Women's History Month with Dr. Judi Moore Latta, Author. Dr. Judi Moore Latta’s list of credits is long, really long. Her career as a media…
by Diane Butts I don't know a single soul for whom the Coronavirus hasn't impacted day-to-day life. Candidly, some days, I just feel a bit "Corona Crazy.” My…
Celebrating Chapter 67 "I had locs for 13 years when I lived in NYC. When left, I said 'new beginnings' and I had my hair cut all off. I used to put color in it…
When COVID-19 mandates social distance, wedding plans must change. A beautiful exchange of vows under the world-famous cherry blossoms is followed by an Uber…