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"I write to keep in contact with our ancestors and to spread truth to people." — Sonia Sanchez

Morning Musings

Dear Chicago,

You were supposed to be temporary. One, two years max on my way to a glamorous life as a magazine editor in New York City. Yet somehow, I'm still here ... five years later.

In fact, Jeff and I just bought a condo in your Rogers Park neighborhood. So I guess we're going to be here a little while longer. This was never in the plan. None of this was a part of plan. But I suppose that's the way life goes.

It's safe to say you've got a hold on me. When I reflect back on my time spent here, I'll remember Chicago as the place where I truly came into myself and fully stepped into my power.

A place where I learned to embrace being a feminist and a city where I learned what it means to be "woke." The city where I finally fell in love in with myself as a Black woman and all that entails.

Thank you, Chicago, for shaping me into the person I am today. Here's to the next five years!

Love,
L'Oreal

IRL

This week is the week, y'all! I've got a speaking engagement tonight and my blogaversary party this Saturday. EEK! Details below:

July 11, Chicago: I'm talking about my favorite topic -- impostor syndrome -- at the Life of Yes Storytelling Showcase!

July 14, Chicago: It's the moment I've been waiting for ALL summer -- my blogaversary party! Join me for an afternoon of cocktails, cupcakes and conversation. Use the promo code LTINTHECITY for $5 off. Note: Tickets will NOT be sold at the door.

Links I Love

1. How to Love Your Job If You Literally Hate It

2. Tiffany's Epiphanies: A Shortcoming Is Often Your Superpower

3. 5 Books to Read If You're Struggling with Impostor Syndrome

My Latest Obsession

There's no place quite like #SummertimeChi and because it only lasts a hot minute (literally), I try to make the most of it with as much rooftop yoga as possible.

Last year, I went to R&B Yoga's trap rooftop yoga (yes, it's exactly like it sounds) so when I learned that a Beyoncé-themed one had been added to the lineup this summer, you KNOW I had to check it out.

And I'm glad it did. It was hot, of course, but so worth it. I just love chilling in Shavasna while staring up at a beautiful blue sky (and listening to Bey). Life just doesn't get much better than that.

Now Hiring

1. Digital Media Planner for The Woo

2. Director, Brand Creative for Potbelly Sandwiches

3. Public & Media Relations Associate for The Chicago Bulls

4. Donor Community Manager for City Bureau 

5. Manager, Digital and Social Media for HBO

6. Vice President, Development for Chicago Children's Museum

7. Director of Development & Communications for Genesys Works

8. Community Manager for The Wing

9. Senior Event Producer for Create & Cultivate

10. Product Marketing Manager for TOMS

11. Various Roles at Ideas That Evoke

12. Corporate Giving Director for Make-A-Wish Illinois

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