AUTHOR INTERVIEW: HASANI PETTIFORD

AUTHOR INTERVIEW:  HASANI PETTIFORD
“Why We Hate Black Women: Deconstructing the Paradox of Black Female Masculinity.”
RESCHEDULED TO MARCH 7, 2010 @ 6 P.M. E.S.T.

There was a time when the African-American male was public enemy number one. Now, in many people’s eyes—especially in many Black men’s eyes—it’s the black woman. Whether due to perception or misconception, one thing is for certain: The African-American woman is arguably the most hated female on the universe.

Don’t think so? Think again.

Whether it’s the Black woman’s Ms. Independent-I-Don’t Need-A-Man attitude, lack of gratitude (for the Black man, of course) or upward corporate latitude—according some, Black women are doing something that places them in the most-hated positions in their homes, relationships, workplaces, society and, especially, in the media. Then, again, maybe it’s not Black women at all. Maybe Black men (with the aid of the media) are unjustifiably displacing their anger, resentment and discontent with their own lives—and their own failure to succeed—on the Black woman.

Pick your side, bring your opinion and join NOSMD and best-selling author, Hasani Pettiford, as we discuss his newest book, “Why We Hate Black Women: Deconstructing the Paradox of Black Female Masculinity.”

You don’t want to miss this emotionally charged but enlightening episode of No Single Mama Drama radio, where we keep it real and drama free.

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/nosinglemamadrama/2010/03/07/why-we-hate-black-women-with-author-hasani-pettifo

$20 & Less Christmas Gifts for Teens Ages 13-18

Mrs. Rhee

Buying for teens can be challenging because they’re into what’s cool, right? Plus, what you think is cool, might not necessarily be cool to a teen, right?

Well, no worries–as always, we’ve got our single mamas covered!  With these great Christmas gifts for $20 dollars or less, there’s sure to be something that your teen will love.

Single Mom & Accused Murderer Casey Anthony Back in Court

Single Mom & Accused Murderer Casey Anthony Back in Court Today
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Orlando, Fla. – Single mom Casey Anthony, accused of killing her two-year-old daughter, Caylee Anthony, is back in court today.

Anthony’s defense team is arguing that the death penalty should be reserved for “the worst of the worst.”

Say what?

Is the killing of an innocent and almost three-year-old child–scratch that–is the killing of your own two-year-old daughter not the “worst of the worst?”

Although, Anthony is innocent until proven guilty, I consider anyone who takes the life of an innocent child, “the worst of the worst”. Period! And, especially if the accused is the person who gave that child life–it’s just inconceivable.

$20 & Less Christmas Gifts for Kids Ages 9-12

Mrs. Rhee (special guest blogger and co-host of NoSMD radio)
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Not sure what to get kids ages 9-12 for Christmas–especially with a budget of $20 or less?

Don’t even think that you can’t possibly find great gifts for under $20 because you know what? You can!

Here are some great Christmas gifts for ages 9-12 for $20 or less:

$20 & Less Christmas Gifts for Kids Ages 3-8:

$20 & Less Gifts for Ages 3-8:

Mrs. Rhee (special guest blogger and co-host of NoSMD radio)
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If you’re looking for affordable gifts for kids from ages 3-8, you’re in luck.

Gifts for kids for $20 or Less for Christmas!

We’ve got some great deals to be had–all without breaking the bank.

Whether you’re looking for gifts for girls or boy for $20 dollars or less, you will not be disappointed with these gifts.

Christmas Gifts: The $20 and Under Must-have List

Christmas Gifts: The $20 and Less Must-have List

Mrs. Rhee (special guest blogger and co-host of NoSMD radio)
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@mrsrhee

Christmas Gifts for $20  & Less – Yes, we can!
I’ve put together a Christmas gift suggestion list for all age groups and everything is under $20.00!

I know you may be thinking “What kind of gift could possibly cost under $20?” but I’m here to tell you the selections are vast.

Single Moms: FICO Reveals Dirty Credit Score Tactics

Mrs. Rhee (special guest blogger and co-host of NoSMD radio)
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@mrsrhee

If you’re a single mom, who has been working hard to maintain a good credit rating or have been trying to raise your credit score, take a look at some of FICO’s (Fair Isaac Corporation) recently revealed dirty tactics.

Fathers Who Kill to Avoid Child Support Payments

Los Angeles, California
Ms. No Single Mama Drama
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Los Angeles, California–Cameron Brown–who had no interest in his child whatsoever–is accused of throwing his four-year-old daughter off a cliff  at Inspiration Point to avoid paying $1000.00 a month in court-ordered child support.

Brown, 47, is being charged with the murder of his four-year-old daughter, Lauren Sarane Key, along with the special circumstances of lying in wait and murder for financial gain.

Babies and Baby Mama Killer X 2: Hunt for Baby’s Daddy

Babies and Baby Mama Killer X 2: Hunt for Babies’ Daddy

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12/07/2009 – Update #2: Body of Murder Suspect Tyrone Adair Found in a Car

Read the full story>>

12/7/09: UPDATE: Murder Suspect’s Family Pleas for Suspect to Turn Himself in and Apologizes to Family

Listen to Tyrone Adair’s brother here.

Tyrone M. Adair, 38, of Madison, Wisconsin is suspected of killing two of his both of his babies’ mamas and both of his daughters.

The first victims, Tracy Graser, 33, who also goes by Tracy Judd and her 23-month old daughter, Deja Adair, who would have turned two on Christmas day.

“That Check Ain’t Yours, Ma!”
December 6, 2009- 3 p.m. – 4 p.m. E.S.T. on
No Single Mama Drama Radio
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Both Graser and Deja Adair were found dead inside of the trunk of Adair’s car. The police had searched the car twice before they finally found the victims hidden in the trunk.

Side Hustles: Five You Can Start Today for $100 or Less

Ms. No Single Mama Drama
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As a single mom, money–or lack thereof–is probably top of mind most of the time, right?

Which, of course, was the cause of most of my single mama drama.

Well, you’re not alone. As I’ve stated in my previous side hustle posts, money was a challenge for me, too.

Until I did one thing: I changed the way I think about money.

When I was in constant lack, I always spoke of money in terms of not having.

Recommended Reading:
The Total Money Makeover:
A Proven Plan for Financial Fitness

And, guess what? I never had any.

I was always saying, jokingly, to myself and to everyone that I didn’t have enough money to even buy my son diapers.

One day, that came true.