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By Cheryl Mattox Berry If you’re not into football, Super Bowl Sunday is the perfect day to indulge in your favorite pastimes. I discovered this several years ago when I backed out of a Super Bowl party because I knew that I would get bored long before the game ended. I’m good until I’m stuffed […]
Continue ReadingBy Cheryl Mattox Berry Once upon a time, the only things I hated shopping for were jeans and a bathing suit. That list has grown to include just about everything I wear – casual pants, dress pants, suits and dresses. Now that my body has morphed into my mother’s shape (sorry, Josie) shopping isn’t fun […]
Continue ReadingBy Cheryl Mattox Berry Hasn’t Camille Cosby suffered enough humiliation over her husband’s alleged sex crimes? Now, she’s scheduled to be deposed on Feb. 22. I’m not looking forward to that day. I had hoped that Camille would be able to maintain her dignity and avoid testifying in this case. No such luck because she […]
Continue ReadingBy Cheryl Mattox Berry As a tribute to the indomitable spirit of poet and author Maya Angelou, I’d like to share my favorite poem, Still I Rise. The words aptly describe how I’ve felt many times surrounded by people who questioned my credentials or held preconceived notions about how I was supposed to act, speak […]
Continue ReadingBy Cheryl Mattox Berry What to do about the high school boyfriend is a dilemna for many girls headed off to college. Do you continue being boyfriend and girlfriend or break up? Let’s examine the pros and cons of each one. If you decide to remain a couple, you won’t feel pressured to find a […]
Continue ReadingBy Cheryl Mattox Berry While flowers, chocolate and jewelry are greatly appreciated on Mother’s Day, what most Moms really want is help around the house, a little fun and time to herself. Here are some ways to make sure Mom has a fun-filled and relaxing weekend. 20. Walk the dog. 19. Clean your room. 18. […]
Continue ReadingBy Cheryl Mattox Berry If you follow some of the women on reality TV and those in the headlines (V. Stiviano/LA Clippers controversy,) they would have you believe that the key to fame and fortune is a rich man. So what if he’s married, go after him anyway. Better yet, have a baby by him […]
Continue ReadingBy Cheryl Mattox Berry Here is the latest installment of Rules to Live By. 1. Send invitations to family members in your city just as you do to friends and out-of-town relatives. 2. If you must borrow something, return it on the date promised and in the same condition. If it is damaged, offer to […]
Continue ReadingBy Cheryl Mattox Berry Mothers and daughters everywhere are participating in an annual spring ritual – shopping for the perfect prom dress. My niece and her mother went to the mall a few days ago, and she found a dress. Problem is, it costs $750. My mother had a laughing fit. My jaw is still […]
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