Category: What she said

Blog talk radio, Books, Conversations Of A Sistah, Down Low, Homosexuality, How could my husband be GAY?, Ondrea L. Davis, What she said

“A Double-life, Men living on the downlow!” This Thursday on Conversations Of A Sistah

The ReadyWriter

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They date women out in the open, some even marry to fit into society’s mole of expectancy, then have homosexual relationships on the side; this is considered as “men living on the down low”. Then you have those single men, who keep the company of women, claim them as girlfriends, talk about marriage but never marry, another strong possibility of a “man living on the down low”.

These men identify and “Front” as heterosexual, but have sex with men; some avoid sharing this information even if they have female sexual partners. Some people call it being slick but I call it being SICK!!!!

In today’s society, homosexuality is frowned upon as living in the norm. Man on man action is considered a perversion regardless of how many rights and privileges they fight to obtain. Due to these fighting issues and strong controversies, men who desire other men live the life of homosexuality behind closed doors. They keep this life a secret because as a “male friend” of mine recently said, “they don’t want to be ridiculed or judged due to the opinions and belief of others”. For this reason down low men don’t want to be under the radar or ostracized for being GAY, so they stay “in the closet” or down low.

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Pictured here, is the beautiful Miss Ondrea L. Davis, author of the book, “How could my husband be GAY?” Ondrea, 35, is not only an author and speaker but the mother of three children, who has penned this inspirational true story; not only because her husband was gay but because she felt “this was an issue no one else wanted to talk about.”

Oh but on “Conversations Of A Sistah” we’re going to “talk about it!!!!” This will be an explosive conversation that you won’t want to miss!

Ondrea has expressed, that she will take whatever questions you may have for her regarding this topic for the show. In fact, Ondrea “welcomes your questions” those questions within reason, of course.

So tune into “Conversations Of A Sistah” this Thursday night, December 6, 2012 at 8:00 PM on “Conversations Live“.

As usual you can sound off here or send your questions to Ondrea for the show at conversationsofasistah@readywriterproductincompany.com

You can access the show at any of the “Conversation” links in this post or follow the link for my show segment here! 

Side note: The photo of the two men (in bed) above, are in no way related to my guest mentioned in this post or the title of her book. The photo was randomly chosen for this post, to fit my topic for this week; point…blank…period! 

Alex Hargrove (AKA Lexy) …is the winner of tonight’s trivia question and will recieve a complimentary copy of Ondrea Davis’ book, “How could my husband be GAY?”

Congratulations Alexis! And thank you for tuning in!

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Wishing You All a very Happy ThanksGiving!!!!

The ReadyWriter

As you gather together with friends and family for the Thanksgiving holiday, don’t forget to be mindful of your many blessings and always remember those who are less fortunate.

Appreciate family and friends as you cherish and share your memories of Thanksgiving’s past. Shun the drama that come with these gatherings and embrace the peace and understanding of a mutual respect for one another.

Thank you for supporting me and supporting this blog.

From my family to you and yours…Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

Tracy L. Bell, the ReadyWriter

Conversations Of A Sistah, Politics, President Obama, What he said, What she said

“Election Results” Tonite on “Conversations Of A Sistah” with my Guest, Conversations Media Mogul; Mr. Cyrus Webb

The ReadyWriter

In the midst of the presidential election the conversations were heavy, opinions were varied, the television ads were many and some of the political tactics were dirty. The dems were opposed to the republican’s messiness and the republicans were accusatory and blaming the president and democrats for dividing the country.

The politics of this election definitely equaled passion. If you are African-American and/or minority, you are/were automatically expected to support President Barack Obama, if you are African-American and pledged your eternal support for Governor Romney; you were considered an “uncle Tom” or a “sell out“. We heard about such instances and attacks against actress Stacey Dash, when she publicly pledged her support for Gov. Mitt (Willard) Romney via her twitter account.

The election rhetoric, personal attacks and passion of politics is why most people avoid such subjects and keep their personal opinions or “candidates of choice” to themselves. I on the other hand, know where to have such “Conversations” and was never afraid to say I’ve supported President Barack Obama, NOT because he was black/African-American but because I felt he was no stranger to the struggle. And just like I’ve stated publicly my support for the president, I’ve also made it known publicly when I’ve disagreed with his decisions.

Join me Thursday November 8th, at 8:00 PM on “Conversations Of A Sistah” where my guest will be Mr. Cyrus Webb, President of “Conversations Media Group”, host of “Conversations LIVE radio show” and Executive Producer of “Conversations Of A Sistah”; as we delve into the results of election 2012.

Mr. Webb is not only brilliant but his political views on this presidential election and who he supported will truly shock and amaze you. Mr. Webb never side with the norm, nor does he believe in supporting a leader just because he’s African-American.  🙂 There’s a “PRO” and a “CON” on this issue, so be sure to tune in on Thursday and find out why?

As always you can access the show HERE, sound off about Thursday’s subject here on this blog; or email us at conversationsofasistah@readywriterproductioncompany.com to have your questions and opinions mentioned, and/or answered on the air. 

Can’t wait but this won’t be a debate!

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Tonite on “Conversations Of A Sistah” What does the color PINK mean to you?

The ReadyWriter

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and since its inception more than 25 years ago, it has been at the forefront of promoting awareness of breast cancer that has evolved on a national dialogue. And although many great strides have been made in breast cancer awareness and treatment, there remains much to be accomplished.

Nancy G. Brinker promised her dying sister, Susan G. Komen, she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer forever.

In 1982, that promise became Susan G. Komen for the Cure® and launched the global breast cancer movement. Today, Susan G. Komen is the boldest community fueling the best science and making the biggest impact in the fight against breast cancer. Thanks to events like the Komen Race for the Cure, we have invested almost $2 billion to fulfill our promise, working to end breast cancer in the U.S. and throughout the world through ground-breaking research, community health outreach, advocacy and programs in more than 50 countries.

So what does the color pink mean for you? The pink ribbon is an international symbol of breast cancer awareness. Pink ribbons, and the color pink in general, identify the wearer or promoter with the breast cancer brand and express moral support for women with breast cancer. Pink ribbons are most commonly seen during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

But for those women who are survivors or live with the scars of breast cancer daily, they have to live way beyond the month of October.

Join me Thursday at 8:00 PM live on “Conversations Of A Sistah” on “Conversations Live” as we acknowledge breast cancer awareness, where my guest will be; the Rev. Mable Grier (pictured right above), who is a wife, minister, mother of four beautiful adult daughters, grandmother and breast cancer survivor six years now.

Rev. Grier is the associate pastor at her church, active in her community and abroad; and is not ashamed to share her powerful testimony as a survivor and overcomer of breast cancer. When you hear her compelling voyage, you will know, why she lives by faith!!!

Be encouraged by the story she’ll share, tune in Thursday as Rev. Grier join me on the air!!!

You can access the show at either of the highlighted links above or by clicking here!

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Tonite on “Conversations Of A Sistah” Are You Color Struck? Light skin Vs. Dark skin

The ReadyWriter

For decades and ever since I can remember, light skin people have always been considered inferior, beautiful, fine or better looking than dark skin people. It’s a sick twisted fallible that some believe to be true because of a certain complexion. Be it light skin or dark skin., this might be “one’s” preference.

This color thing, light skin blacks verses dark skin blacks, originated in slavery. The man, the master separated the light skin slaves from the dark skin slaves, even having his light skin slaves working in-house in his mansion, while the dark skin slaves labored in his fields. The masters considered light skin blacks closer to white and easily acceptable.

So how did such self-hatred seep into the black culture? Slave masters ignited it when they separated their light skin house slaves from their dark skin field slaves. The dark skin slaves working in the field hated the light skin slaves working in the masters house. The light skin slaves were supposedly treated better, secretly worshipped and somewhat accepted. Why? Because that slave master was raping that black slave to begin with, which produced the light skin outcome from the slave masters seed. 

So be sure to tune-in Thursday October 18th at 8:00 PM to “Conversations Of A Sistah” on “Conversations Live” and find out if you’re color struck or have that light skin verses dark skin mentality and I’ll break it down for you and tell you why??? Or email us at conversationsofasistah@readywriterproductioncompany.com

And you can’t judge me, my skin is fair, tune in on this subject by joining me on the air!!