PinnedKelly V. PorterThat Time I Met Gwendolyn BrooksYears later, I ponder the reasons I’d never learned about her in school.·6 min read·Feb 20, 2020--33--33
Kelly V. PorterHow One Brand Started A Beauty RevolutionFrom makeup to bandages, women of color finally have more choices than ever.5 min read·May 18, 2024----
Kelly V. PorterLessons From The Young Woman Who Became My MotherHow old photos of my mom gave me a new perspective on motherhood4 min read·May 11, 2024----
Kelly V. PorterProm Rewind: Untold Stories of Class, Glamour, and Broken TraditionsIt’s that time of year again.5 min read·May 7, 2024----
Kelly V. PorterThe Soulful Voice That Paved The WayDionne Warwick’s enduring influence continues to shine3 min read·May 2, 2024----
Kelly V. PorterThe Women Who Went Beyond The ‘Friendly Skies’How Airline Stewardesses Fought for Equality in the Jet Age·4 min read·Apr 29, 2024----
Kelly V. PorterIs It Time To Rename DC’s Reagan National Airport?Because I Have Three Really Great Suggestions5 min read·Apr 24, 2024----
Kelly V. PorterThe Real (Military) Housewives Of AmericaNo drama here, though. These women weren’t messy and they didn’t throw shade.5 min read·Apr 22, 2024----
Kelly V. PorterI Think My Dad Had a Crush on Lenny Kravitz’s MomLately, it seems you can’t look anywhere without seeing him. That sexy-as-hell Lenny Kravitz. With his recent induction into the Hollywood…·4 min read·Apr 15, 2024----
Kelly V. PorterinRock n’ HeavyCountry Music Has Always Been A Part of the Black ExperienceI’m jumping right into the latest country music discussion. While I wouldn’t consider myself a member of the BeyHive, I respect Beyoncé as…·2 min read·Apr 14, 2024--1--1
