Posts by Patrick T Cooper
Exploring the Oregon Trail in the 2018 Buick Regal Tour X
Cruising down Headland and Delowe (“Elevators (Me & You),” OutKast) is where I learned how to navigate the road at the tender age of 15 in Atlanta. My early opportunities…
Read MoreBarefoot luxury for Father’s Day at the Abaco Club on Winding Bay
Barefoot luxury is the mantra of the Abaco Club on Winding Bay. This philosophy is precisely why this resort should be your next destination. Who wants another boring gift for…
Read MoreMeet South Africa’s masterchef Abigail Mbalo
Self-determination, self-motivation, self-empowerment & self-belief are the attributes that Abigail Mbalo rely on daily to inspire her journey as the chef and creative director of 4Roomed eKasi Culture. On a…
Read MoreTiffini Gatlin is on fire and will have you latched and hooked
Tiffini Gatlin has gone through hell and hot water to birth a phenomenal family of hair products that will change the lives of women of color, mothers, and busy business…
Read MoreNetflix’s ‘Seven Seconds’ canceled; what’s next for actor Coley Mustafa Speaks
Netflix’s “Seven Seconds” has been canceled and this writer’s favorite kingpin, villain Vontrell Messiah Odoms, has gotten snuffed out the frame too soon. I may have been a little late…
Read MoreHow plus size blogger Maui Bigelow is empowering women
Maui Bigelow is PHAT Girl Fresh. With over 180K social media followers and counting, PHAT Girl Fresh delivers hot, truthful and thought-provoking content to empower curvy, voluptuous women. Maui’s brutally…
Read More7 reasons to cruise the Carnival Magic
Who wants the Magic? Of course, you do and Carnival Cruise Lines has the perfect formula for relaxation and rejuvenation. Point your navigation to Orlando, Florida, and hit the road…
Read MoreErika Utley pens self-help guide to get people unstuck
Self-help is much clearer with Erika Utley’s delivery of her book Deal with Your Sh!t. Real and raw is just what you need to focus your path and to get your…
Read MorePittsburgh’s heart of steel
Pittsburgh is oozing with food, style, steel, sophistication and tons of technology. Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh make this community a haven for research and development. Additionally, technology firms…
Read MoreLanita Smith gives listeners a love letter
Lanita Smith is unapologetically rooted in authenticity. This Southern songbird is delivering an acoustic freshness that the world will soon adore. Smith is no stranger to music, in fact, she…
Read MoreAnn Arbor, Michigan: The little-big city of the Midwest
Recently I discovered a gem in the Great Lakes region of the Midwest, Ann Arbor, Michigan. You can stay, dine, drink, club, see theater, tour museums, attend a college football…
Read MoreWhere to eat, stay and play during Mile of Music Festival
EAT Home Burger Bar Yum yum. That’s all and you are done. Do you want a hamburger? Well, one of the main reasons you should visit Fox Cities is great…
Read More‘Rolling out’ salutes Nebraska on 150th anniversary
We are singing happy birthday to the state of Nebraska on its 150th anniversary. Born March 1, 1867, Nebraska is gearing up for an amazing celebration. Jump in the car and explore all…
Read More3 reasons to eat, stay and play in Lubbock, Texas
Hello, Solange Knowles! I am a sucker for all things design. I guess you know that by now. But, my recent visit to Lubbock, Texas, allowed me to take center…
Read MoreWriter explains how to go from brokenness to happiness
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, therefore, rolling out sat down with Robin Lynn Griggs, the author of Broken: 2B Or Not 2B That Is the Question? to talk about life, mental health and what we can expect next from her wisdom, knowledge and growth in Jesus Christ.
Read MoreLady Gaga, gay pride and Tel Aviv: What do they have in common?
From Jerusalem to the Dead Sea, Tel Aviv is teeming with countless opportunities for exploration. The Non-Stop City is jam-packed with beautiful people, great dining and unique cultural gems.
Read More‘The Fast and the Furious’ better watch out for Bristol, Tennessee
The Fast and the Furious better watch out for Bristol, Tennessee, baby! Start your engines, the summer road trip series is calling. Are you thirsting for an exotic destination, then…
Read MoreI bumped into Barack and Michelle Obama in Alexandria, Virginia
Ahhh, excuse me did someone say the playground for President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. Well, I did not bump into the Obama family as I hoped, but…
Read More3 ‘non-Mouse’ adventures you must do in Orlando
Orlando adventure is calling. Sunshine is your first lure to Florida hence the Sunshine State nickname. Central Florida, specifically Orlando, is often overlooked beyond the fanfare of Disney. Let’s face…
Read MoreHelicopters, speed and speakeasy cocktails in Las Vegas
I live for Las Vegas. I don’t know about you but a night club just won’t do. Who needs the potential of a hangover? That thought alone makes me cringe.…
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