It was centered around the idea of how we as Black girls and women walk this tight rope in life. The spoken word piece, “A Black Girl’s Circus” A’leah delivered, opening with the iconic “Little Sally Walker” (a black girl’s introduction to sass lol) was definitely one for the books. The food was good and the drinks were even better. Īfter everyone settled in, we got to know each other over dinner and DRINKS at the Banana Boat a pool bar and restaurant on site. I made a mental note for my own family this summer, as it features a small water park for the children as well as 2 onsite restaurants. In our particular condo, slept 7 ladies comfortably with room for one more on the sofa bed.
The 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath ( Sleeps 8) ocean view rooms with balcony (because we all love a good balcony seat) accommodated the entire group of ladies quiet nicely. After seeing my muse in a gas station, I knew it would be one for the books! DAY 1: RELAXįor the weekend, we were guests at the Ocean Reef Resort, located in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Determined not to let my introvert side get to me, I decided to carpool with some pretty amazing women. For me, the retreat started on the car ride there. So, to say this was on time would be an understatement. Not to mention my body was screaming for some type of beach scenery. I approached this 3 day retreat with a completely open mind because I know the power this type of event can yield ( Women Lift Economy). Malcom X Nappy Kitchen Peace Retreat Myrtle Beach, South Carolina The most neglected person in America is the black woman” The most unprotected person in America is the black woman. “The most disrespected person in America is the black woman. Through her inspiring content, events, and annual retreats, she’s created a lane for black women to come together and network. Nappy Kitchen is a community founded by the wonderful A’leah Richardson Wilson, as a safe haven for black women to discuss the high’s and low’s we face daily. I walked in with an open mind ready to meet new people, but walked away with so much more! Nappy Kitchen So, when I got the news about The Nappy Kitchen’s Annual Peace Retreat: Black Girls on The Beach I was already sold. It’s even harder to do during a pandemic, but when things get too crazy one MUST find a way to relax, relate, and release. When’s the last time you sat down to relax, relate, and release?Īs a wife, a mother, and an entrepreneur that can be hard to do.
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