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To my late father’s direct descendants (including my brother, not pictured), hold your heads. Daddy and G-Daddy’s life was a masterpiece as robust as his music collection. Each of us is a sample, an interlude, and an outro that carries his melody into eternity. Even though his final verse has been sung, his melody doesn’t end. It still plays in the background of the lives we live to honor his legacy.

If I could have spoken at your service, I would have told of how the profound impression you made on me shapes nearly every aspect of my life and how your last act of love was patiently waiting for me to leave the room so you could finally sleep eternally 🫶🏾

Through grief and a myriad of complex circumstances, my sister and I honored our father as best we could by putting our collective talents together and planning his entire service as a duet.

Not only did we design and format his obituaries, but we styled his memorial tribute at the altar before guests arrived.

And my sister arranged the beautiful florals flanking his photos.

The church that anchored my father’s side of the family held the service that would honor his life and legacy.

I’ve got three anchors of my own that remind me to keep growing, even through grief. ⚓️⚓️⚓️

My dad was a layered man, but at the core of his nuances were music, fashion, and FOOD. It was only right we have a second repast at an upscale steakhouse. But we forgot to order dessert first like Daddy always did 🤦🏾‍♀️

To my brother, THANK YOU for how you showed up during this season. You are now the patriarch of Daddy’s tribe 👑. And to my mom and last living parent, every hug you gave and every tear you saw me cry during this process has only strengthened our bond. None of us would be here without Daddy and YOU 💐.

To Erick Jarmon, Sr., Tech 946, job well done. I’ll keep listening to these voicemails, they’ll keep us tethered until we meet again 📞🥹🕊️

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One of my favorite photos of my babies. 🥹♥️So little, so sweet, and already so full of personality. Thank you @crys.lajoy for capturing this beautiful moment.

My favorite girls. My heart walking around outside of my body. Watching you grow is one of the greatest gifts of my life, but sometimes I wish I could reach right into a picture like this and hold these little versions of you one more time.

I love you more than you’ll ever know, Noa & Neriah. Forever my babies. ♥️

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Black Solstice 2025

#photographer #chicagophotographer #portraitphotographer

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“Intentional” has been sitting in my spirit lately; reminding me to move with purpose, with clarity, with love. So that’s what I’m doing. When my team and I sat down, we agreed that this season calls for giving “Roses While We’re Here” to the people and places that open doors, hold space, and pour into others; without hesitation.

This is the first of a 2-part series, and I’m starting with someone who is truly one of one: my friend, my brother; the incomparable Matt Hennessy of @vsopstudios. We recently had the honor of partnering with @makeawishamerica | @wishillinois to help make a wish come true, and Matt showed up with no ceiling, no limits, just a full heart and an open hand. He helped create an unforgettable moment for the young person receiving the wish, and I’m still moved by it. Matt, thank you for who you are to me, and to our entire music community. These ROSES are yours. 🌹

And listen, my self proclaimed cousin, the Renaissance Woman, @crys.lajoy?! She understood the assignment like she wrote it herself. The arrangement she created was everything——elegant, soulful, moody, and of course, intentional! Thank you for bringing your gifts to this moment. If you want to experience that magic yourself, tap in with @igy.flowers.

Part 2 is coming.
And while you wait, go download the #ROSESRemix.

Love y’all. 🌹🫶🏽🙏🏾

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I was busy making memories✨💙

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Smart, intelligent, driven and she’s our baby girl. This baby will go far! I love that you chose us to be your parents. We love you doll! Thank you @crys.lajoy for making her hair beautiful and exactly what she wanted.

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Last Sips of Summer, Chicago edition was absolutely iconic 💙✨

The city brought the energy, the laughs were endless, and my gawd, we had a time! Huge shoutout to @bacardilimited1862 x @bryana.randolph, @smartwater, and @vitaminwater for partnering with us to close out the season the right way🍹

Yall truly reminded us why home hits different! Until next time!

#LastSipsCHI

📷: @_typical.villain x @tyriswiththecamera

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Girls of the week🩷
By @tfortops

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Wedding Day makeup w/ @tasha.m.wright ! 🥂💍🤍

MUA: @sydsweetbeat
HAIR: @crys.lajoy
Video Footage :29s & :39s: @_allisonrene
PHOTOS: @iamnerdyshoot

#sydsweetbeat🍭 #chicagomakeupartist #makeupartistsworldwide #weddingmakeup #weddingday #chicagohairstylist #makeupartist #bridalmakeup #bridalinspiration #bridetobe #bride

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Black Style Sundays || It’s officially summertime, and the ladies have been bringing the heat!

Check out these #blackstyle looks I’ve enjoyed this week, and head over to these ladies’ pages to show them some love…

Featuring: @joce_blake | @urbankinksncurls | @anihcbychina | @crys.lajoy | @farranmanuel | @theestylishp

#blackstyleanecdotes #blackwomen #style #stylevibes #realstyle #bsastylesundays #stylishwomen

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