People don't realize it hurts my feelings when someone looks at my hair or my eyes, and says, 'But you're not actually black. You're black, but you're not black black, because your eyes are green.' I'm like, 'What? No, no, I'm definitely black.' Even some of my closest friends have said that. It's been a bit touchy for me.

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I launched Little Lights of Mine because I was a young, 23-year-old new mom. I was home at the time and looking for direction. I started the blog as a place to just share everything. It quickly turned into a food-based blog where I would share all of my favorite recipes.

My happy place is my bedroom. I love it.

Hospitality and cooking are my passion, and I love nothing more than seeing someone's face when they taste an unforgettable bite.

Creating a meal for somebody, it's a way to show your love.

Anytime I prepare a meal for my family, I am putting all of my time, effort, energy, and love into it.

As a human being, I do feel like it's my right to be able to stand up for and speak on whatever I want.