Urbanbushwoman

LATEST ARTICLES ( 162 )

• I Made the Washington Post with My Post

  

  Well, well, well. As it turns out, my big mouth is good for something after all. My little post about Race, Police and Howard County caught the eye of an... Read more

  Posted on 15 September 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY

• Unity Rally TODAY TODAY TODAY!!!

  

  So that whole Confederate Flag incident at the Glenelg High School last week? Yeah that doesn’t sit right with African-Americans. It actually gives me the heebe... Read more

  Posted on 15 September 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY

• Rest In Paradise Wylene Burch

  

  Some of you may not know this but Howard County just suffered a big loss. A woman by the name of Wylene Burch just succumb to her illness on Wednesday evening.... Read more

  Posted on 12 September 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY

• Race, Police, and Howard County

  

  I know I’m late with this post but last week was all about my paid writing gigs and the first week of school. Sheer exhaustion! WHEW!!!! I’m still tired. Read more

  Posted on 02 September 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY

• Allan Kittleman…SLAMMED

  For those of you wondering who Allan Kittleman is allow me to tell you in brief: he’s the Republican candidate for Howard County Executive. He is running agains... Read more

  Posted on 28 August 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY

• One Quick Note About the ALS “ice Challenge”

  

  I know folks are having a blast doing the ice bucket challenge in an effort to raise money for ALS aka Lou Gehrig’s Disease. (Side note: Don’t even think of... Read more

  Posted on 20 August 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY

• I Don’t Hear Merriweather Anymore

  

  Do you hear what I don’t hear? I’m referring to Merriweather Post Pavilion and the concerts that used to dampen my summer flow like a wet, stinky sponge. Read more

  Posted on 23 July 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY

• Vote for Main Street Ellicott City!!!

  

  Photo credit: Jon Dawson Hey guys! I’m still on a much needed break but just wanted to get my followers who don’t live in Howard County to help us out. I kinda... Read more

  Posted on 01 July 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY

• Three HoCo Politico Women to Watch

  

  I know how badly you want to read and hear more about the election tomorrow so here’s my opinion for what it’s worth. I am big supporter of women in politics. Read more

  Posted on 23 June 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY

• Coming Soon: Mental Health Task Force

  

  Yet another reason why I am so glad I listened to my husband and moved to Howard County: the government officials are quite proactive here. Read more

  Posted on 19 June 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY

• Art Classes for Kids with Special Needs

  Hey guys!! Remember when I blogged about how I would love to see the Columbia Association offer something for Special Needs kids? If not click here. Well they... Read more

  Posted on 19 June 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY

• Mothers Getting Father’s Day Cards

  

  I’m going to keep this one brief. I get the whole concept of honoring single moms on Father’s Day. But I simply do not agree. I am a mom who has to serve both... Read more

  Posted on 14 June 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY

• Why Howard County Men Need to See the Doctor

  

  Graphic via Howard County Health Survey. http://www.howardcountyhealthsurvey.com/results/healthy-weight-nutrition-and-exercise/A report came out yesterday that... Read more

  Posted on 13 June 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY

• 3 Reasons Why You Should Call & Not Send A Text Message

  

  I read this today and loved it. I had to share it on my blog. This dude says some of the same things I always think. I’ll be the first to admit that I am not a... Read more

  Posted on 11 June 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY

• Primary Endorsements from African-Americans In Howard County

  If you haven’t been tipped off already by all the signs plastered across the streets of Howard County, it’s primary election season. I will admit that these... Read more

  Posted on 09 June 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY

• Things That Make Me Smile: A Synergy Selfie

  

  So I walk into Synergy this morning for Boxercise class and see the staff gathered together taking this selfie. The breathe strips are in support of California... Read more

  Posted on 07 June 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY

• For Once…Sensible Dieting Advice

  

  Juicing. Meal replacement shakes. Low carb meals. No carb meals. Paleo diet. Jenny Craig. Nutri System. Eat Special K for two meals a day. Eat Subway... Read more

  Posted on 06 June 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY

• Synergy Chronicles: ROCK HARD

  

  See the title alone should have been my warning. Rock Hard. A high intensity strength training class taught by Ron, co-owner of Synergy and the only male... Read more

  Posted on 03 June 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY

• U Can Win…..Tomorrow

  

  So someone special put a bug in my ear about something special coming up tomorrow. Celebration Church in Long Reach is hosting a Community Resource day. Read more

  Posted on 30 May 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY

• Answer the Call!! Ho Co Health Survey Time

  

  Health survey time!!! Yeah I know what you’re thinking. How can I be excited about a survey? First of all I’m a health nut and this stuff just fascinates me.... Read more

  Posted on 28 May 2014 SELF EXPRESSION, SOCIETY