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Visiting Trader Joe’s is an all-time favorite field trip of mine. I explore the aisles and treat it as a relaxing experience when it’s not overly crowded. Seasonal items are always fun to behold, and I always have high expectations for the next best food item to try. I love the Fall season and all […]
After viewing the film Exhibiting Forgiveness, I first want to give the main character, Tarrell (Andre Holland), a hug. Utilizing the words of the grand old negro spiritual, “Nobody knows the trouble I’ve seen,” is a small indication of how generational trauma unchecked can bleed into the crevices of our lives, causing a severe hemorrhage […]
The 2024 State Fair of Texas is the largest fair on record in the United States, and it truly resonates in the hearts of over 2 million fair-goers every year. As the cliche goes, “Everything is bigger in Texas.” Indeed, with 277 acres of rides, games, livestock, sponsored stations, entertainment, and more, plenty of activities […]
The Malibu Barbie Cafe presented by Bucket Listers has arrived in Houston, TX, and fans of all ages have a new dining experience to embrace in the Bayou City. Visitors can participate in this authenticated Mattel event at the Junction HTX, 8200 Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77007. Tickets for $25 include a food and merchandise […]
Check out the newly released trailer for BEL-AIR season 3 airing Thursday, August 15 on Peacock. Synopsis: In season three, school’s out for the summer, and Will is doing Bel-Air his way. Being a part of the Banks family has given him a new perspective – it isn’t just about wealth, it means that Will […]
The Special Needs Network proudly celebrated 16 years of dedicated service to families affected by autism and other developmental disabilities with a successful ‘Sweet 16’Pink Pump Affair milestone event. The commemorative celebration, held at the world-renowned Beverly Wilshire Hotel on May 19, 2024, was hosted by the esteemed award-winning journalist Pat Harvey from CBS 2 News. […]
The NFL will premiere two documentaries in the coming days titled “Keep Pushin: 60 Years of Activism in the NFL” and “Glory Days” in honor of Black History Month. “Keep Pushing: 60 Years of Activism in the NFL” will trace the evolution of activism on the part of players of color through generations, shining a […]
A press conference held outside of Lakewood Church was conducted by Houston Police Chief Troy Finner, Houston Mayor John Whitmire, Pastor Joel Osteen and law enforcement to provide more details about this tragic event. At approximately 1:35 PM, the deceased assailant identified as 36-year-old Conroe resident Genesse Ivonne Moreno entered Lakewood Church wearing a trench […]
The four and a half hour, two-night documentary event, Where is Wendy Williams? will debut on Saturday, February 24 and 25 at 8pm ET/PT on Lifetime. On the Friday night prior on February 23, Lifetime will encore Wendy’s biopic, Wendy Williams: The Movie and her 2021 documentary, Wendy Williams: What a Mess. The unfiltered documentary follows Wendy’s life after the end of her iconic daytime show, her health and substance abuse […]
In case you missed it, Glitter&Gumbo loves highlighting UCLA gymnastics and the women who give us remarkable routines. On December 15, 2023, UCLA hosted its annual Meet the Bruins event to showcase the upcoming gymnastics season. To our delight, Florida transfer student and now UCLA Bruin Nya Reed donned the mat in a sparkling leotard […]