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A True Renaissance Woman – Tobi-Velicia Johnson

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Contrary to popular belief, Black women are NOT a monolith. We pursue interests as diverse as our skin tones and hair textures!

In this podcast episode, podcast Co-host Adrienne London Leach chats with Tobi-Velicia Johnson. A Chicago native, Tobi is a Francophile who speaks fluent French, loves and practices ballet, and takes classes on Judaism.

A True Renaissance Woman

Tobi says,

“I’m a 52-year-old Francophile who loves Paris, ballet, and fashion!  I take ballet classes for fun and exercise; I enjoy attending ballet performances, Shakespeare plays and the opera.

I travel to Paris as much as I can–my next trip to Paris is coming up in September, so currently I am actively refreshing my French-speaking skills.”

To us, Tobi personifies the diversity of accomplished Black women. We’re every woman – it’s all in us.

And as we love to say to Black women here in The Swirl World, “You are beautiful, You are powerful, You are EVERYTHING!”

Visual Inspiration

Tobi is an inspiration. She shared some of her photos with us documenting her travels, interest in Judaism, and love for ballet. Enjoy!

 

 

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This Gorgeous Featured Single is from Houston, Texas!

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Our very popular Featured Single spotlight is revving up, and who better to get the party started than Texas beauty Trina Martin?

They say “Everything’s big in Texas,” and when it comes to Featured Single Trina Martin, we can certainly say, “Black women are gorgeous in Texas!”

She’s Got “Gorgeous” On Lock!

This forty-something beauty hails from Houston, TX.

She’s the mother of two wonderful children – and she’s a veteran.

Trina has beauty and brains. She has a B.S. in Computer Science and a MBA in International Business.

Travel, Anyone?

If you love to travel, Trina want to know, “Where to?” She has traveled the world, and she loves to laugh and have fun.

Hobbies and Interests

In addition to traveling, this gorgeous lady enjoys reading and relaxing with her family. She also enjoys working out, wine tastings, movies and music.

Ready for a Great Date?

Trina says, “I am a great date because I am authentic, fun, and easy-going. I am a great partner because I am hard-working, secure, loyal, loving, and a good listener.”

What Catches Her Interest

The gentleman who catches Trina’s interest is hard-working, secure, honest, loyal, respectful, affectionate and caring. He’s a man who loves to travel and have fun. A man who knows how to treat a lady. Trina is interested in a relationship that will lead to her to sharing her life with that special man.
Interested in learning more about this lovely lady? Click here.
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Want To Know The Benefits Of Dating Me?

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The benefits of dating me:

You will be dating me. I could go on, but I think I’ve made my point.

Meet LaTresa!

A Marine Corps Veteran, LaTresa says, “I love guns, sports, camping, working out, and family time.”

She embodies the stand out characteristics of Black women: strong, powerful and sexy.

LaTresa, thank you for your service!

To connect with LaTresa, click here.

 

The Swirl World Team is committed to Black women. Our goal is to help you stay motivated and inspired by bringing you positive, uplifting images and corresponding thoughts. We intend to do everything we can to see Black women live their best life!

 

Copyright ©2017 Michelle Matthews Calloway, ASwirlGirl™, The Swirl World™, LLC, Photo courtesy of LaTresa Kelley. Used with permission.

Marine Corps Veteran – Our Single of the Week!

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We haven’t had a Single of the Week in quite a while.

We’ve been busy with dating tips, Facebook Live and of course our flaming hot web series, “50 Days of Dating.”

Even so, we certainly want to keep featuring our fans.

Fans like LaTresa Kelley.

LaTresa is a Marine Corps Veteran!

LaTresa says, “I love guns, sports, camping, working out, and family time.”

She embodies the stand out characteristics of Black women: strong, powerful and sexy.

LaTresa, thank you for your service!

To connect with LaTresa, click here.

The Swirl World Team is committed to Black women. Our goal is to help you stay motivated and inspired by bringing you positive, uplifting images and corresponding thoughts. We intend to do everything we can to see Black women live their best life!

Copyright ©2017 Michelle Matthews Calloway, ASwirlGirl™, The Swirl World™, LLC. Photos property of The Swirl World™, LLC.

An Eclectic Swirling Single Of The Week!

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An Eclectic Swirling Single Of The Week!

Alicia Fleming is this week’s Swirler of the Week, and one word comes to mind to describe her: Eclectic.

This Girl Is Eclectic!

The word eclectic is defined as “deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources.”

Here’s how Alicia describes herself:

“I’m a lover of languages, traveling, wine tastings, jazz and otherwise. I’m also a museum junkie – I love museums such as art museums and museums of history.

I love to go to festivals, art shows and antiquing. I love dancing.

My musical taste is very eclectic…anything from Contemporary Country, R&B, Jazz to Neo Soul.  I enjoy artists ranging from Jason Aldean, Florida Georgia Line, Maroon 5 and Usher, to Boney James and Jill Scott.

I also love Romantic comedies like Valentine’s Day, It’s Complicated, Think Like A Man. I also enjoy independent movies—Grand Budapest Hotel (this was a quirky comedy—I love those too). However, I will gladly go to see an action movie like The Expendables any day!

Alicia is also a writer. She’s the author of My Soul Inside Out, a collection of poems for the soul. To connect with Alicia on Facebook, click here.

We’d love to feature YOU in one of our posts. If you’d like to be featured, please email a nice, high-resolution photo to InspirationDaily@TheSwirlWorld.com. Selfies are ok – just make sure they’re not blurry!

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Copyright ©2016 Michelle Matthews Calloway, The Swirl World™ LLC, ASwirlGirl™, The Swirl World™, The Swirl World Podcast™, The Swirl World Inspiration Daily™, Swirl Nation™, All rights reserved. Photo used with permission.

 

Our Fancy Swirling Single of the Week!

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Let’s face it: Black women are fabulous.

And fancy!

We’re fabulous, we’re fancy, we’re all that.

And we own it.

This Black woman is so fancy, her friends call her “Miss Fanci!”

Say hello to Hester Beal, our fancy – and featured – Swirling Single of the Week!

Hester says:

My name is Hester; but most call me “Miss Fanci.” I am a 37-year-old Georgia Peach from Warner Robins, Georgia, home of the former Miss America.

I am the mother of a beautiful 2-year-old baby boy blessing. I’m not his biological mother, but I was there for his birth and he has been with me ever since.

I recently completed my Masters’ degree in Human Services/Life Coaching and Military Resilience Cognate.  I absolutely love helping people, especially at-risk youth. My life has been centered around helping others.

I am single and never been married. I have traditional values, with God placed at the core.

I love to laugh. I love to cook. I love city lights. I’m excited to get out there and see what the world has to offer!

Connect with Hester via email at SocialEyeCandi@hotmail.com and on Facebook by clicking here.

We love to feature singles (and couples!) in our posts. If you’d like to be featured, please email a nice, high-resolution photo to InspirationDaily@TheSwirlWorld.com. Selfies are ok – just make sure they’re not blurry.

Copyright ©2016 Michelle Matthews Calloway, The Swirl World™ LLC, ASwirlGirl™, The Swirl World™, The Swirl World Podcast™, The Swirl World Inspiration Daily™, Swirl Nation™, All rights reserved. Photos used with permission.

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50 Days Of DatingTo catch the latest installment of “50 Days of Dating” click here. Sign up for email updates to ensure you don’t miss a single episode!

 

Chicago Native and Swirling Single of the Week!

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Chicago Native and Swirling Single of the Week!

Our Swirling Single of the Week hails from the Windy City.

Meet Chicago Native Kim Taylor!

I am a 41-year-old single woman from the burbs. I have no children. I am a Regional HR Manager for a Security company.

I have been swirling for at least 10 years now.

Let’s see; my brand of humor is sarcasm but it’s all in fun.

Chicago Native and Swirling Single of the Week!I love sports (yes, even enjoy hockey…say what!) My CHICAGO BEARS and Jesus give me life.

I just moved into a new home so now my life consists of boxes and wondering where everything is!

To connect with Kim on Facebook, click here.

 

We love to feature singles (and couples!) in our posts. If you’d like to be featured, please email a nice, high-resolution photo to InspirationDaily@TheSwirlWorld.com. Selfies are ok – just make sure they’re not blurry.

Copyright ©2016 Michelle Matthews Calloway, The Swirl World™ LLC, ASwirlGirl™, The Swirl World™, The Swirl World Podcast™, The Swirl World Inspiration Daily™, Swirl Nation™, All rights reserved. Photos used with permission.

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Don’t Mess With Texas – Unless You’re Swirling!

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Michelle Culp, our Swirling Single of the Week hails from the great state of Texas.

She’s new to Swirling and excited about her decision to expand her dating and marriage options.

Meet Texas Beauty Michelle Culp 

Greetings Swirlers!

Don't Mess With TexasMy name is Michelle. I am a 48-year-old single parent to an AMAZING 23-year-old young man (always my baby).

I have been a public educator in the state of Texas for 16 years as well as an assistant administrator in a private facility. In both cases, I served individuals who face developmental, physical, emotional and behavioral challenges. I also mentor young women.

I’m the baby girl of my family. I am number 6 of 7 children. My parents were married for 62 years so my family is ginormous and I love celebrating life with them!

I grew up in a loving and religious home. I am God-fearing and God-loving. I’m also a PK (pastor’s kid) but I’m the good kind?.

My father is a retired United States Air Force veteran with over 20 years of service. My mother died last July. Everything I learned about love and about being a friend to man, I learned by her hand.

I am passionate and compassionate. Full disclosure: I have always put others first. I am now finally learning to make myself a priority.

Simple Pleasures Are The Best

I love simple pleasures and quiet moments. I love cooking and I cook exceptionally well (I get it from my Momma). However, I don’t cook as often because I am trying to eat healthier and workout.

I enjoy spending time with loved ones, reading, listening to music, attending live performances, and attending sporting events.

While I am still defining what I need and what I want in a relationship, I do know that I want the man for whom my soul longs. I want the man who guards my heart as though it were his own. I want the man who is intelligent, loving and kind with an awesome sense of humor.

Don't Mess With TexasI’m so excited to begin my Swirling journey. Here’s to new beginnings and new opportunities!

To connect with Michelle on Facebook, click here.

 

We love to feature singles (and couples!) in our posts. If you’d like to be featured, please email a nice, high-resolution photo to InspirationDaily@TheSwirlWorld.com. Selfies are ok – just make sure they’re not blurry.

Copyright ©2016 Michelle Matthews Calloway, The Swirl World™ LLC, ASwirlGirl™, The Swirl World™, The Swirl World Podcast™, The Swirl World Inspiration Daily™, Swirl Nation™, All rights reserved. Photos used with permission.

Be sure to “Like” The Swirl World on Facebook and apply to join our private Facebook Group!

50 Days Of DatingTo catch the latest installment of “50 Days of Dating” click here. Sign up for email updates to ensure you don’t miss a single episode!

 

Travel Adventures In Alaska, Anyone?

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It’s Travel Thursday!

We have places to go and people to see.

Let’s have a travel adventure to Alaska, anyone?

Click here to listen to a podcast with Interracial Dating Coach Lorraine Spencer, who at one point in her life packed up and moved – to Alaska!

 

We’d love to FEATURE YOU in one of our posts! If you’d like to be featured, please send a nice, clear photo to InspirationDaily@TheSwirlWorld.com.

Copyright ©2016 Michelle Matthews Calloway, ASwirlGirl™, The Swirl World™ LLC, The Swirl World Podcast™, The Swirl World Inspiration Daily™, Swirl Nation™, All rights reserved. Photo of John Jontez Montes on a trip to Alaska used with permission.

Zambian Beauty: Our Swirling Single Of The Week!

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Zambian Beauty

If we don’t do anything else in The Swirl World, we celebrate Black women and we love diversity.

Our Facebook page and private Facebook group represents the cream of the crop of Black women around the globe.

One such representative is Mubanga Kalimamukwento, our Swirling Single of the Week.

Meet This Zambian Beauty

Mubanga says, 

Zambian Beauty“My name is Mubanga. I’m 28 and I’m a civil litigation lawyer.

I used to be a model (A long long long long time ago). I am now a single mum of two gorgeous boys after being married for 3 years. I am an only child after my baby sister died in 1996.

I love music, especially Zambian Music. I cook and bake a lot. I know a lot of people but I have few friends. I also love to read; I’ll read pretty much anything.

I am told I’m talkative and that I wear my heart on my sleeve (both are probably true, but I’ll try to deny it).

So, e ine (That’s so, that’s me. In Bemba.)”

To connect with Mubanga on Facebook, click here. To learn more about Mubanga’s beautiful Republic of Zambia, click here.

We love to feature singles (and couples!) in our posts. If you’d like to be featured, please email a nice, high-resolution photo to InspirationDaily@TheSwirlWorld.com. Selfies are ok – just make sure they’re not blurry.

Copyright ©2016 Michelle Matthews Calloway, The Swirl World™ LLC, ASwirlGirl™, The Swirl World™, The Swirl World Podcast™, The Swirl World Inspiration Daily™, Swirl Nation™, All rights reserved. Photos used with permission.

Be sure to “Like” The Swirl World on Facebook and apply to join our private Facebook Group!

50 Days Of DatingTo catch the latest installment of “50 Days of Dating” click here. Sign up for email updates to ensure you don’t miss a single episode!