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Martha’s Vineyard, you were everything. 🤍✨

From watching one of the most breathtaking sunsets I’ve ever seen at Menemsha Beach with my baby, to sharing spaces with legends, leaders, Sorors, friends, and phenomenal Black women, this trip was truly special.

So many moments made this week unforgettable: meeting the legendary Spike Lee, meeting Dr. Ayanna Howard, the 12th President of Spelman College, at the beautiful Spelman fundraiser, and spending time with my Black Women on Boards Rising community, including Sharon, Panya, Rashida, Lisa, and so many incredible women whose journeys continue to inspire me.

But some of the sweetest moments were personal. Spending this time with my line sister Christina was so special, and getting to know Simone was such an unexpected gift. There’s something about traveling, sharing meals, laughing, talking, and simply doing life together that turns connections into memories. ❤️

And, of course, there was the Vineyard itself: experiencing historic Oak Bluffs and its iconic cottages, walking through Vineyard Haven, supporting Black-owned businesses, a little eyebrow sculpting at Maison Black, coffee with friends, taking in the gorgeous natural beauty of the island, waking up to our beautiful view, and those Menemsha sunsets that literally stopped us in our tracks.

But the best part of it all? Experiencing Martha’s Vineyard with Cassydi. 🤎 Watching my daughter experience a place so deeply connected to generations of Black history, culture, leadership, excellence, sisterhood, and joy made this trip mean even more.

Ending our time at the Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival felt like the perfect finale to an incredible week.

We laughed. We explored. We connected. We celebrated. We poured into relationships. And most importantly, we made memories.

Twenty photos and videos still couldn’t capture it all.

The Vineyard owes us nothing. ✨

Until next time, MV. 🤍

#MarthasVineyard #MVAAFF #OakBluffs #Menemsha #VineyardHaven by @herfancylife

#MuniLong #twin #MotherDaughter #Mexico #SpringBreak #tiktok by @herfancylife

Wrapping this year!!! by @herfancylife

The calendar was full. The purpose was fuller. And the looks? Handled. ❤️🤍✨

Started on the green at the Crimson & Cream Golf Classic, raising scholarship dollars for Oakland and East Bay scholars in partnership with Kappa Alpha Psi. Then traded the fairway for a few good laughs at Tommy T’s, supporting Self-eSTEM. My amazing line sisters beside me at both, because service and sisterhood stay on the schedule. 🔺

Had to slip in my baby’s spirit week moment, too. Cassydi deserves her own spotlight, but Mama is borrowing a slide. 🖤😂

Giving back. Showing up. Making memories. Looking good while doing it.

And if you’re wondering where I’m headed next… I’m on my runway to 40. Consider this the walk-through. The main event is loading. ✈️💚

What’s one thing you’re making room for in your next chapter? 👇🏾

#RunwayTo40 #CrimsonAndCream #SisterhoodAndService #Oakland #EastBay SelfeSTEM BlackWomenGivingBack DeltaSigmaTheta by @herfancylife

Today’s affirmation: I am walking in peace, purpose, and divine alignment. I am worthy of every beautiful thing making its way to me. I will not shrink, rush, or question what God has already confirmed. What is meant for me will meet me with ease. 🤍✨

May your Saturday be filled with sunshine, softness, and reminders that you are already enough. 🌼💛

Happy Saturday, beautiful people.

#SaturdayAffirmations #VineyardVibes #AllWhiteEverything #BlackGirlJoy #SoftLife CleoSol by @herfancylife

Denim on denim. Red lip. Big smile. ❤️💋👖

Usher + Chris Brown understood the assignment… and so did I. 😏🔥

Canadian tuxedo, Sephora red, and a VERY good night. ✨

#Usher #ChrisBrown #PastPresentFuture #ConcertStyle #CanadianTuxedo DenimOnDenim RedLip BlackGirlStyle Over40Style BayAreaStyle by @herfancylife

@maccosmetics Whitney Houston Collection!!! Name: Nippy’s Feisty Red!!! by @herfancylife

Banana Pudding Latte from @mindcoffee.ca in Berkeley! #coffee #coffeelovers #BayAreaCoffee by @herfancylife

I asked Chat to describe me like you’re trying to warn someone before you meet me:

Before you meet Bernita Dillard, there are a few things you should know.

She is not for the faint of heart, the poorly prepared, or anyone who thinks “good enough” is an acceptable standard.

She’s warm, generous, funny, and deeply loyal. She will absolutely make you feel welcome. But don’t confuse warmth with softness. She notices everything. The energy. The effort. The details. The inconsistency. The fact that you said you were going to do something Tuesday and it is now Friday. She noticed. by @herfancylife

In My Happy Place, Moderating!!! by @herfancylife

Reminiscing on sunny 🌞 weather….Morocco…. by @herfancylife

It’s my F**ing Bday!!!!! And it’s 🆙!!!!! Let’s go! #sagseason by @herfancylife