Sheryl's Pearls Blog
Paying Inspiration Forward: Maya, My Book & Your Dream
I considered many things while working on my upcoming book. Who was it for? What story was I trying to tell? What would people think of it, and of me? There is one thing that did not occur to me…
A Leap of Faith: I Published a Book!
Some people take dramatic leaps of faith; others wade. He goes with us either way. Years ago, after my second open mic performance, another artist approached me and said, “I need your book.” Since I had written just three spoken…
Love & Basketball: Expectations
As a child, my life expectations were simple: that my parents would provide my needs; that I would have fun; that a successful career and great love were in my future, and that the University of Kentucky men’s basketball team…
There is More Than One Door
One man’s irritated suggestion is this woman’s ‘aha’ moment. The swap was made Monday on my morning commute, which was particularly painful due to unseasonably cold temps and an unusually large crowd. As I exited the train with several other…
“Save Me.” No, Save Yourself
I’m currently coming down from a Scandal-induced adrenaline rush. (slight spoiler alert) Last night’s episode was full of the drama, betrayal, murder, and classic one-liners that fans of the hit television show have come to expect. Yet despite the exciting…
The Men I Have Loved
Have I told you lately that I love you? I wondered that a few weeks ago when I came across a writing prompt via Twitter: write a love letter to black men. Since I do indeed love black men and…
Waiting for a Chance at Love
I started off 2014 thinking about love. Despite bringing in the New Year listening to Jill Scott live at Radio City Music Hall, I was surprisingly not overcome with an aching for someone to love me especially different. Instead, I…
