I remember back when this was making the news rounds. Jill caught a lot of criticism, esp from some within the black community. She was called bitter, racist etc. by many black publications. I think she was more so protective over the black family opposed to being “hater” because Jill’s very much one of those sistas that holds down black men. She has done it All throughout her career and it was disheartening to see the community not even try to understand her perspective on this subject.
My new friend is handsome, African-American, intelligent and seemingly wealthy. He is an athlete, loves his momma, and is happily married to a White woman. I admit when I saw his wedding ring, I privately hoped. But something in me just knew he didn't marry a sister. Although my guess hit the mark, when my friend told me his wife was indeed Caucasian, I felt my spirit...wince. I didn't immediately understand it. My face read happy for you. My body showed no reaction to my inner pinch, but the sting was there, quiet like a mosquito under a summer dress. Was I jealous? Did the reality of his relationship somehow diminish his soul's credibility
https://www.google.com/amp/amp.essence.com/2010/03/26/commentary-jill-scott-talks-interracial
My new friend is handsome, African-American, intelligent and seemingly wealthy. He is an athlete, loves his momma, and is happily married to a White woman. I admit when I saw his wedding ring, I privately hoped. But something in me just knew he didn't marry a sister. Although my guess hit the mark, when my friend told me his wife was indeed Caucasian, I felt my spirit...wince. I didn't immediately understand it. My face read happy for you. My body showed no reaction to my inner pinch, but the sting was there, quiet like a mosquito under a summer dress. Was I jealous? Did the reality of his relationship somehow diminish his soul's credibility
https://www.google.com/amp/amp.essence.com/2010/03/26/commentary-jill-scott-talks-interracial
