The Geography of Grief: Returning to the Lands That Hold My Parents, My Memories, and My Healing

A journey through Panama and Oakland this year— honoring my father’s roots, my mother’s homeland, and the man who hoped to walk this pilgrimage with me.

Travel, FamilyTarisai Lumumba-UmojaJuly 11, 2026Panama, Healing, Oakland, Grief, Mamadou Lumumba-Umoja, Barbara Best, Sadao J. Oka Sr.Comment

When My Name Came Home: Finding Umoja in East Africa

How a journey through Kenya and Tanzania became a journey into family legacy.

In Loving Memory of Sadao J. Oka Sr.

September Set reflects on the beautiful memory of Sadao J. Oka Sr. (1969-2026).

In The Bag: Female Owned Beauty Brands

BeautyTarisai Lumumba-UmojaMarch 15, 2023Black owned brands, Beauty, Black owned businessesComment

Offering a Cautionary Tale, "Take My Hand" is a Must Read!

Entertainment, cultureTarisai Lumumba-UmojaFebruary 8, 2023Summer Reading, Take My Hand, Dolen Perkins-ValdezComment

Winter Skin and Hair Care Tips

A few tips for maintaining healthy skin and hair during the Winter.

BeautyTarisai Lumumba-UmojaJanuary 26, 2023Beauty, Skin Care, Hair Care, Nail Care, Winter Skin CareComment

Summing Up 2022: A Time of Healing

WellnessTarisai Lumumba-UmojaDecember 31, 2022acupuncture, healing, mindfulness, rest, therapy, love, self-love, self-care, swimming, vitaminsComment

Beauty Obsessions from Black Owned Businesses

Whether gifting yourself or a friend, you can’t go wrong with these favorites from Black owned businesses that we love.

Beauty, WellnessTarisai Lumumba-UmojaSeptember 13, 2022Black owned brands, Black owned businessesComment

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