Race

Black British

August 26, 2020 August 27, 2020 / Race & Heritage / By Christine / 18 Comments

I am black and I am British. There exists a false dichotomy which asserts that I must be one or the other. But the truth is, I love being both. Everything about blackness is beautiful to me. From the warmth, depth and richness of our melanin to the medley of cultures, musical styles, art and …

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For a Dark-Skinned Girl

July 15, 2020 July 15, 2020 / Race & Heritage, Self-Love / By Christine / 2 Comments

The air is thick with the heat of this 31°C evening in the open-air communal area of Hostel Mamallena. Humid or not, I’m all dolled up and ready to explore colourful Cartagena. My time is coming… but for now, I’m content to patiently exist in this moment. As I wait for my friend, I stop …

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