Most years, my general existence at @wherejoywanders and my storytelling at @theamericanblackstory tend to inadvertently overlap.

But celebrating 100 years of Black History Month felt like a time to be more intentional.

Because as much as it pains this writer to say it, marking another 100 is going to take more than telling stories.

Especially in an era where books are banned, files are redacted, sources are silenced, and the truth is simply rewritten daily.

It’s going to take solidarity.

So I’m gathering all of my skillsets to deliver something new this February.

“Black Bags” combines my travels, my Black Americana, and my brand storytelling to spotlight businesses making Black History mainstream.

Come turn your 28 days into 365 with me and my favorite Black-owned & operated shops each Monday (starting tonight) on IG at @theamericanblackstory, @wherejoywanders, and here at theamericanblackstory.com

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