The Sophisticate Chronicles

1832* Third national Black convention met in Philadelphia with twenty-nine delegates from eight states. Henry Sipkins of New York was elected president. 1922  Samuel Gravely born on this day was appointed captain of the Navy Destroyer Escort, U.S.S. Falgout, the first African American to command a United States warship. He later received the rand of Rear Admiral, a first for an African American navyman. 1946 Mississippi Valley State University is founded in Itta Bena, Miss. 1972 Angela Davis acquitted by white jury in San Jose, California of charges stemming from a 1970 courtroom shoot-out. 1973 Arna Bontemps, Writer and Educator in Nashville, Tennessee died on this day. 1989  Four African Americans win Tony Awards for Black and Blue 1991  Baltimore Orioles manager Frank Robinson is named assistant general manager of the club, the third African American to become as assistant GM. @TNBeautyQueen @TheSophistiKat

I absolutely love the Essence and all the information they provide for and to black women via the magazine and online. One of my FAVorite columnist to read online is "The Modern Day Matchmaker" aka Paul Carrick Brunson. At the end of May he dished out some information on how to be "HAPPIER" without a relationship. Here are the 14 steps to take that definitely fall in line with our #SingleGirlSummer campaign. Let's Get it LADIES!!~* Written for Essence.com by Paul Carrick Brunson You are responsible for your own happiness!! That’s what our marriage counselor told my wife and me a few days before we jumped the broom. At the time, I didn’t get it. I thought that, as a couple, we were supposed to complete each other, and therefore make each other happy. It didn’t fully register until a few years into our marriage that no matter how well intentioned my wife or I were, we could not “change” each other. Therefore our ability to “make” each other happy was futi

This man just makes my day in so many ways with his music!! So. .while contemplating on what song of his to post today. .I decided to go with a FAVorite "Mo Betta" (I LOVE  HIM and all of his songs. .but I do have a few FAVS. .believe it or not). This song lyrically is what most of us hope for and pray God blesses us with in a mate. . . .Yes Glory!! Woo Child!! Mr. DeVaughn when are you coming to Chattanooga? ;") Enjoy @TNBeautyQueen @TheSophistiKats

When I said I was ready for SUMMER. .I was not playing around. I always try to pick recipes  appropriate for the month and with June being here and in most cases it's already Hot and Steamy in most places this will fit in nicely to any event, holiday, etc. Now everyone who knows me personally KNOWS that I LOVE CUPCAKES!! So I came up with my own ORIGINAL recipe ( with the help of my Mama ) to share with you. My previous post introduces the "SophistiKat: Book Club" pick of the month. I am going FULL force with the "Single Girl Summer" campaign to support not only the book and author. .but to promote being fit, fabulous, and embracing the "single" life. .LOVING yourself!! Here is my treat. .     The Single Girl Summer Cupcake ;") Ingredients: 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup butter 2 eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups flour 1 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 Cup chopped Strawberries (Fresh Strawberries)

JUNE is finally here and I am ready to kick off the month and SUMMER with a BANG!!  For starters. .the SophistiKat Bookclub is still  here!! This title and author are no stranger to the Sophisticate Chronicles. The Spotlight was shined on this book right here back in April and since then I've read this book 3 times!! Yes I said 3 and will read it again this month ;") #Boaw Set in Chicago, Illinois with work filled days and HoTT eventful nights this book takes us on an exciting and emotional journey with 3 women who embark on one of the best SUMMERS of there life which will end in life lessons learned and a bond of friendship that will last a lifetime. Button Jackson: A certified SophistiKat with much attitude and drive to match is a successful entrepreneur owning one of the hottest restaurants in the city. While dealing with her own personal issues from men to her mad mama she will be the glue that makes this group stick together. Meghan Cherry: After an emotion