Erica Jewel

Thank You ESSENCE

Essence becoming 100 percent black owned again brought back these thoughts from my childhood.

New Year, Same Story

I’m so predictable. Every year, like so many others, I tell myself that on January 1st I will doing everything differently.

FASHION FILE: The White Rule

I ask the same question every year. Who made up this rule anyway? Like seriously. What is the story behind no white after labor day?

Erica ButlerOctober 3, 2017Comment

Why Did I Start This?

This week my niece began first grade. I met her at the school to see her before she headed into the building.

You Were Right JayZ

I think I was in college when Jay Z's Kingdom Come album came out.