Free to Be ME!!

Kimberland Jackson Kimberland Jackson

Your Labels Don't Define Me

It's almost time for me to go home for my annual Essence Festival appearance.  It's one of the highlights of my year.  I just love being around so many black people who are moving in a positive direction.  I anticipate this year will bring many more folks since the release of "Girls Trip."   We've got a full weekend packed with sites and sounds and lots of people watching.  Inevitably I'll run into folks that I haven't seen in a while, whether they be family or old school mates.  While I enjoy these sightings and love catching up and celebrating success, I always have to go through my "fix your face" exercises.  I have what we call a "Leaky Face."  Leaky Face is a condition in which your inside thoughts show on your outside face.  I've gotten better at controlling it, but a few things always bring it out.  You see I am a 37 year old, plus sized, single woman with no kids. And that always leads to comments. 

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