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“Send me some shots, are you with me or not? Throw it back
Shoot up the bar, tell the law we don’t remember nothin’ after that
Scot-free (scot-free), whole city after me
Have you seen her? 5’9”, thick and fine, what a tragedy
Hey, hey, ridin’ you while we tryna get away
Ridin’ you while we tryna catch a wave
That’s so sexy, and I know it, and I ain’t afraid to show it
Baby I’m goated, baby, I’m glowin’
Hey, hey, on the run, run
Tap me on the shoulder when you reload the gun
Tyrant every time I ride it, every time I ride it
Make it look so good, try to justify it
Boy, I know they’re lookin’ for me, how we gonna hide it?
Ride it like hydraulics, I am such a tyrant”
- Beyoncé & Dolly Parton

Photo from Cowboy Carter Tour.

You know that saying, when you make plans, God laughs.

Well sky daddy must have been CACKLING when I made my summer plans this year because everything that could go wrong in my life has gone wrong for me and I’m worse off now than where I was back in May.

I left my job & started my own business which (yay?) but it has been such a brutal experience so far, I would honestly be shocked if my business survives a year. Like I’m being so for real right now because I honestly don’t how the f**k I’m going to survive this winter which is the slowest season in my industry.

I’m still (kinda) houseless and living with family because landlords are terrible, rent is astronomical and I’m just not making enough money.

I can’t afford to pay the pageant fees which will determine whether or not I can stay in the competition. I haven’t been able to get any sponsors to sponsor me. I don’t have a gown or state costume and pageant day is less than 20 days away…

I’m just so tired of grinding all day every day and yet I have so little to show for it. I feel like this whole summer I’ve been constantly knocked down and then relentlessly kicked while I’m still trying to get back up.

This doesn’t include the state of the world, losing good people like Dolly Parton while monsters like Trump still live their best lives like I’m at that point where 2026 can now officially go f**k itself.

I’m glad that it’s finally September because that means we’re that much closer to the new year but given how things have been going, when does it get better?

You know that saying, when you make plans, God laughs.

Well sky daddy must have been CACKLING when I made my summer plans this year because everything that could go wrong in my life has gone wrong for me and I’m worse off now than where I was back in May.

I left my job & started my own business which (yay?) but it has been such a brutal experience so far, I would honestly be shocked if my business survives a year.

I’m still (kinda) houseless and living with family because landlords are terrible, rent is astronomical and I’m just not making enough money.

I can’t afford to pay the pageant fees which will determine whether or not I can stay in the competition. I haven’t been able to get any sponsors to sponsor me. I don’t have a gown or state costume and pageant day is less than 20 days away…

I’m just so tired of grinding all day every day and yet I have so little to show for it. I feel like this whole summer I’ve been constantly knocked down and then kicked while I’m still trying to get back up.

This doesn’t include the state of the world, losing good people like Dolly Parton while monsters like Trump still live their best lives like I’m at that point where 2026 can officially go f**k itself.

I’m glad that it’s finally September because that means we’re that much closer to the new year but given how things have been going, when does it get better?

What Would Dolly Do?

Photo from Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour

Dolly Parton died yesterday on the 25th anniversary of the death of Aaliyah…

Tim Curry died today.

Hayden Panettiere died last week and her death is under investigation.

Not including what’s happening in our country with food recalls, Indiana losing power, flock cameras, AI data centers, ICE, white supremacy and so much other s**t that also happening around the world.

Like it’s all just too much. So it’s time for a check in.

How are y’all doing?

Personally, I’ve definitely been better. It’s odd to mourn people you’ve never met but that just shows how much of an impact they had on the world with their talent, grace and passion for the arts and humanity.

The world loses a little bit of its magic when these legends pass. For those of us who are Millennials and older, we saw how these incredible artists evolved throughout their careers and witnessed their many contributions to leave the world better than they found it.

I think we should always strive for that. To leave the world better than how we found it. To always be kind & authentic and pursue life and our passions with humility, wisdom and grace.

If you’re grieving, angry or overwhelmed, take the time to feel all the things! Everything you’re feeling is 100% valid.

If some of these icons inspired you, find ways to honor them. Listen to their music. Watch their films. And most importantly, figure out ways you can give back to the community & those in need.

Donate to Dolly’s Imagination Library so kids can have access to free books, a program that was defunded due to the current administration. Donate to organizations supported by Hayden Panettiere that support programs like protecting wildlife and the environment.

Sending so much love to everyone today and these amazing icons. I’m so sad to see y’all go but I’m forever thankful to have the privilege to witness your artistry and your brilliance.

Thank you 🥹

Single & ready to mingle

Thought I was done sharing photos from my pool photoshoot?

NOPE because omg look at this photo 🤩
Kinda obsessed Ashley Anderson 💖

Also it’s been hot AF in PDX!!
With that and these hormones, mama need to cool off 🥵
Any recommendations for the best rivers to take a dip?

Please let me know in the comments 🙏🏾

BABY, where the hell is my husband? Part 13

Had to share more hilarious answers from hinge because some of these had me rollin’

Pun intended 🤭

If you need a laugh, swipe for tea.

Stay sexy and date people with a sense of humor.

The end of summer is gonna get here sooner than you think so I’m sending a gentle reminder to get some services with me Ebonee Beauty PDX while spots are still available. Please check my recent posts for important updates.

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Save the date: Pageant Day is Sunday, Sept. 20th

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