It’s December 2020 and it’s a big month in our family. Anniversary, two birthday’s and of course the holiday festivities and the reality this year is that it will be very different but I’ll add, it’s what we make of it right? AND, if you’re in Toronto or Peel region Canada, you’re also in lockdown…
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When my family is racially profiled, I take action. Earlier this year I vowed to no longer be silent and on Saturday November 14th when I got home around 2pm in the afternoon to very confused 8-year-old and pretty pissed off husband, I had to stand by my word. This story needs to be shared,…
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My girl. I celebrate her each day. I am grateful and honoured to be her mom. I asked for and prayed for a child and I received her. Strength beyond measure. Smarts and swagger that you can’t teach. Beauty inside and out. She is a proud girl and she makes us proud each day. She…
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Is all the rage and uproar really about hair though…? Let’s talk about it. I’ve been following an issue, that I would deem a crisis for the Clicks SA group of companies. Click here for full story but in summary – a Tresemme ad was placed on the company website describing a black woman’s hair…
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Fact: August 9th is National Women’s Day in South Africa. This year women (and yes men too) across the globe supported by running for change. I ran my 10km in Sudbury, ON, Canada with my family supporting and cheering me on. Quick share here – I had this piece ready the same week Jacob Blake…
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We’re back to the gym this week folks! Ring talk! Athletes, coaches and everyone in-between, COVID19 took something very dear to us all for a what seemed like an eternity! Yes, we’ve been working, staying active and if you’re like me, maybe you took the opportunity to rest more and include some other disciplines –…
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When you’re ripe you rot, when you’re green you grow. – unknown Unknown (to me) but it’s a good one. I’ve had bosses, mentors and coaches use it. I have as well in my own moments of teaching and efforts at inspiring others. What’s this got to do with boxing, or anything in life for…
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Ring Talk Episode 3: Life Outside Life outside vs life inside the ring is what is what it is. It’s not so different when you look at it metaphorically and if one thing was clearer than clear right now, boxing (and personally I think sports in general) teaches you so much about yourself as well…
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A short one but so noteworthy! “Mummy, I have to tell you something buuuut you may not like it”. That could mean ANYTHING so I joke and say, “should I be sitting down for this or just walk away now while it’s safe”. We laugh together. Opening statement: “So I got punched in the head…
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Summer is not quite over but fall is around the corner. Back to school means back to regular routines. Routines mean back to the grind and I’m all for it. Tournaments and club shows here I come! Training never stopped but it did lighten up somewhat or rather, I allowed myself to ease…
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