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I'm a writer daylighting as a banker! I started this blog as a single woman in my 30s, and while it has blossomed to include conversations on spirituality and travel, the basic premise is still relationships. I like exploring love relationships (they're fascinating) and the idea that we take ourselves wherever we go (from relationship to relationship, city to city, country to country, etc.) So self assessment is always necessary for growth. And you know if I'm writing about relationships (romantic and otherwise), topics also include dating, lust, the single life, getting ready to be ready (for whatever kind of relationship you envision), etc.

Thanks for joining me on this journey. If we're doing it right, expansion is ongoing. We never stop. This blog evolves, as I do. But -- I can only write from a woman's perspective, for us, and for those who love us.

• Mr. Dallas Wants to Pursue Me

  By myfemalepersuasion on September 25, 2014 • ( 14 )

  

  We met online almost a year ago. My first thoughts centered on the hyperpigmentation on his cheekbones, his short neck, and tiny, pursed lips. His head and shoulders seemed to meet with not even a couple of inches in between…. Read More ›

• A Time to Die Live

  By myfemalepersuasion on September 18, 2014 • ( 7 )

  I’m not much of a bible thumper – or reader for that matter, but I attended two funerals in the past month. I heard this bible verse at one of them: There is a time for everything, a season for… Read More ›

• I Think I Might Be a Man Lover

  By myfemalepersuasion on September 17, 2014 • ( 22 )

  

    The single life goes by quick! Three years, and counting. And that’s a fact! I can’t really sum the experience up in one line (yet), but I can say that life, for me, is all about transformation and growth…. Read More ›

• Beautiful Black Woman

  By myfemalepersuasion on September 16, 2014 • ( 16 )

  

      Apologies for such a generic title, but what else could I call this woman whose photo I found on Pinterest last night? Her waist-to-hip ratio is everything. Not to mention her well-defined back, gracious derierre, and sun-kissed skin… Read More ›

• One’s Own Soul – Do You Giveth or Taketh?

  By myfemalepersuasion on September 10, 2014 • ( 0 )

  

  I saved this inspirational caption because it reminded me of the sacrifices of parenthood. It’s a blessing to be the go-to person for your children, no matter how burdensome it feels at times – because it means they trust you…. Read More ›

• Should I Abandon the Challenge?

  By myfemalepersuasion on September 8, 2014 • ( 2 )

  

  I’ve never been one to shy away from a challenge (except video games, which I’ve never been able to win), unless I’m just not interested. To recap, I’m on day 9 of a daily writing challenge. This month, BlogHer established… Read More ›

• James Baldwin | I Give You Your (N**ger) Problem Back

  By myfemalepersuasion on September 7, 2014 • ( 2 )

    “The only way to get through life is to know the worst things about it… I give you your problem back. You’re the nigger, baby. It isn’t me.”   Inspired by a blog post on Black and Smart. 

• My “Cherries” | On Some New New

  By myfemalepersuasion on September 7, 2014 • ( 8 )

  

  When was the last time you tried something new and different? Here’s what I’ve been up to. I did a boudoir photo shoot a few weeks ago. I was hella nervous and completely obsessed over what to wear. I settled… Read More ›