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• Why I Don’t Really Care How Long My Hair Is

  

  This is going to sound like blasphemy to many in the natural hair community, but I really don’t care how long my hair is. Seriously. Read more

  Posted on 26 June 2014 LIFESTYLE

• Savvy’s Blueberry Overnight Oatmeal

  

  It took me awhile for me to get into this trend, because I was confused as to why anyone would want to eat cold oatmeal. But after some trial and error, and a... Read more

  Posted on 21 June 2014 LIFESTYLE

• Anyone Can Have a Stroke

  

  Read that again. Anyone can have a stroke. Your chances of having a stroke are higher if you fall into a higher risk factor category. And yes, there are things... Read more

  Posted on 21 June 2014 LIFESTYLE

• Vegan Chocolate Breakfast Pudding

  

  I can’t take credit for this one guys. I found the original recipe here. But it’s PUDDING FOR BREAKFAST. (Or whenever). It’s got Chocolate and coffee and I’m... Read more

  Posted on 10 June 2014 LIFESTYLE

• Review: MisFit Shine Activity Tracker

  

  Back in February of this year when I decided to use some credit card points towards a new fitness tracker, I was actually looking to get the FitBit. Read more

  Posted on 06 June 2014 LIFESTYLE

• Wordless Wednesday

  

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  Posted on 04 June 2014 LIFESTYLE

• Strawberry Cobbler In a Cup

  

  Ok, so I’m kind of addicted to those quick desserts for one (or two really). I’ve been watching my weight, and smaller desserts help me splurge a little bit... Read more

  Posted on 03 June 2014 LIFESTYLE

• What Does Stroke Feel Like?

  

  Continuing my series on stroke for Stroke Awareness Month, I wanted to talk about what stroke feels like and what it felt like for me. Read more

  Posted on 27 May 2014 LIFESTYLE

• 10 Minute Vegan Apple Pie (for Two)

  

  You don’t have to be vegan to enjoy this one. I found this delicious and simple dessert on the web completely by accident, and then altered it a bit. Read more

  Posted on 19 May 2014 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• “You’re Having a Stroke Right Now.”

  

  No one ever wants to be in an ER hearing those words. But right before Christmas last year that’s exactly what happened to me. Read more

  Posted on 16 May 2014 LIFESTYLE

• Savvy’s Jamaican-Style Red Beans and Rice

  

  I try to make this whenever I have all of the ingredients. It’s adapted from a traditional Jamaican “rice and peas” recipe I got from a friend a while ago. Read more

  Posted on 13 May 2014 LIFESTYLE

• Review: Curls Créme Brule

  

  I was shocked the other day when I realized that I’ve never done a review of Curls Créme Brule. It’s one of the few natural hair products that has decent... Read more

  Posted on 28 March 2014 LIFESTYLE

• 8 Natural Hair Misconceptions

  

  Here are few tips for you new naturals, those of you who are transitioning, or those of you who have gone natural and are rethinking our decision. 1. “It takes ... Read more

  Posted on 13 March 2014 LIFESTYLE

• 10 Ways to Watch TV Without Paying for Cable

  

  Continuing No Buy Month, here are some tips on how to save money on your cable bill. If you have internet access, then it’s pretty redundant of you to be... Read more

  Posted on 24 February 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, TV & VIDEO

• 10 Ways to Save Money on Beauty Products

  

  This month is all about not spending and saving money since it’s No Buy Month here at Savvy Brown. Here are 10 of my favorite ways to save money on beauty... Read more

  Posted on 12 February 2014 LIFESTYLE

• 12 Ways to Get Things for Free This Month

  

  Since this February is No Buy Month, I thought I’d share so great ways to get stuff with out spending any money! Here’ 12 ways to get Things for free this month... Read more

  Posted on 08 February 2014 LIFESTYLE

• Get Ready for The Next “No Buy Month”!

  

  It’s that time of year again! February is almost here, No Buy Month is back and we have a week to prepare! The point of No Buy Month is to put you on a bit of... Read more

  Posted on 27 January 2014 LIFESTYLE

• “Un-Petroleum Jelly” Recipe

  

  A friend of mine has a new fabulous blog called Homeaide Good that is chock full of recipes and diy ideas. As a gift, she recently made me a version of her... Read more

  Posted on 22 January 2014 LIFESTYLE

• Review: Alaffia Authentic African Black Soap

  

  I was in Whole Foods recently with a friend who was praising the Alaffia line of products. She had said that not only were the products quality, they were also... Read more

  Posted on 16 January 2014 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• DIY Citrus Salt Cleanser

  

  Want to scrub your tub and sink really well without using chemicals? Head to the kitchen, the pantry and the fridge. Not only will your bathroom smell awesome,... Read more

  Posted on 12 January 2014 LIFESTYLE