So This Is “Empowerment” Now?

So This Is “Empowerment” Now?

So this is what they’re calling “empowerment” now? Meet “Grounded in the Stars”—a new statue just unveiled in the heart of Times Square. Created by British artist Thomas J. Price, it depicts a fictional, obese Black woman in casual clothes, slumped posture, blank stare, and an air of exhaustion. According to the artist, it’s meant … Read More

Don’t Blame Me for History I Wasn’t In

Don’t Blame Me for History I Wasn’t In

A personal, biblical, and historical response to the ever-present demand that we all pay for someone else’s sins. We’ve all read and watched the countless fist-shakers on tv on social media demanding “reparations” and eternal guilt from anyone white (or in many cases, white appearing). Usually I roll my eyes and keep scrolling. But a … Read More

The Swatting of Conservatives: Weaponized Hoaxes with Deadly Consequences

The Swatting of Conservatives: Weaponized Hoaxes with Deadly Consequences

This isn’t a prank—it’s attempted murder. The Deadly Reality of Swatting The swatting of Conservatives is being ignored by many and mocked by others. But the reality is clear: these are weaponized hoaxes with potentially deadly consequences. Imagine sitting at home with your family, enjoying a quiet evening, when suddenly your front door is kicked … Read More

We Have Forgotten

We Have Forgotten

I admit it. I hash-tagged “Never Forget” this morning, posted it on social media along with one of the many, many, heart breaking photos from September 11, 2011. Then I immediately regretted it. But not because I don’t feel it, or think it. Not because I don’t have reverence and solemnity for all those innocent … Read More

A Moderate American Taps the Mic, Revisited

A Moderate American Taps the Mic, Revisited

Revisiting A Moderate America Takes the Mic By Modern Melly I wrote this back in August, a spur of the moment, knee jerk reaction to current events. This morning, I decided to revisit and revamp and see what, if any thing has changed. New remarks are in red. Hello, my name is Moderate American. You … Read More

Too Many Heroes

Too Many Heroes

Ahem. *Stands on soapbox, taps microphone. I couldn’t help but notice, and of course partake in the numerous dialogues and debates over what constitutes a Hero. Since I haven’t posted a vent in a while, and I know you’re just dying for one from me (wink, wink, j/k) I thought I’d add my useless opinion … Read More

Stop (SAYING) ‘Police’ Brutality

Stop (SAYING) ‘Police’ Brutality

“That word: Police, is worn with pride, dignity and respect by thousands of good men and women, so how dare we sully their service with such an ugly word?”

Objectivity, You’re a Jerk

Objectivity, You’re a Jerk

Objectivity, You’re a Jerk By ModernMelly Objectivity is a jerk. And a curse. Seriously, it is. The day after the Grammys, which I didn’t watch (but read about the highlights and low-lights all over social media afterwards) I sat down to write this stompy, pouty, pissed off post about these a-hole “artists” and their social … Read More

Ten All Time Favorite Quotes

Doesn’t it seem that there is quite literally a quote out there for every situation? Over the years, I’ve acquired so many- storing and saving them on scraps of paper, on my laptop, my iPad, and my phone for just that right moment when I could pull one up and use it at the most opportune … Read More

15 Song Lyrics That Stole My Heart

15 Song Lyrics That Stole My Heart

15 Song Lyrics That Stole My Heart By ModernMelly Words. Wickedly, wonderfully powerful words. I love the way they wrap around, and cut through, and dance all about. I love that a single word, spoken just so, can cast a spell…or break one.  I love that words can fill pages and pages of a book … Read More

My Two Americas

My Two Americas Normally, I like to keep my posts kind of light and fluffy, but I’ve been thinking a lot about the state of our nation. I think we all have been doing that, given the current social and economic climate. Right off the top, I have to say that I have no business … Read More

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