Malcolm or Martin? Decide.
What brand of human are you?
Emancipation of…
Listen to the most recent episode of my podcast: The Emancipation of… https://anchor.fm/danalena/episodes/The-Emancipation-of-eej9nk -Dana Lena’
In the Kitchen with Dana: Pan Seared Salmon
This was absolutely delicious and easy to make. A 20-minute dish for less than $5 per person, -Dana Lena’
Darkness & Despair
Never let the foolish stand in the way of greatness.
Beginnings
When I became a mother, I asked God to show me who my children are and to make clear their path. It was probably my first MAMA PRAYER. I could
Still Receiving
Mother’s day has been a week long celebration for me. As I received another gift today, I was more overwhelmed than I was yesterday and I realized that my children’s
Roller Coaster Spin
Life has a very specific way of letting us know whether or not we are doing the right thing and on the right path. It does so by what it
House Smell Amazing
-Dana Lena’ Penned!
The Podcast: Who Are We?
Many of us are a paycheck away from financial peril, a happy hour away from laughter and a lifetime away from our soul.
On His Lips
I had no idea what I was (as far as the worlds label) until I found myself wandering around in a book. From the time I can remember, I was
In the Kitchen with Dana: Apple Pie Happyness
The hardest thing about this recipe is slicing the apples. Its quick, easy and fun to make. -In the Kitchen with Dana
Relationship Deception
It has always saddened me to see women fighting over men. Lord, knows over the years I have had my altercations but proudly I say, I never initiated a single
America’s god of Theft, Rape, Lies and Abuse.
I woke up this morning feeling the way I did on September 11, 2001. I was pregnant with my first child as I watched a plane hit the a second
In the Kitchen with Dana: Quiche Bagel Style
If you like quiche and bagels, you are going to love this simple and easy recipe! Enjoy! Penning Yummy!
Loves Door
This morning, I woke up eager to love you. Actually excited about loving you Creatively thinking about what I am going to do to reveal my love for you today
Past or Future?
I think one of the biggest mistakes we make is to allow our past to affect or deter our future. Our past loves, relationships, experiences, jobs, careers, etc. So often,
In the Kitchen with Dana: RIB POPS!
Rona has me cooking more than ever and I decided to do something different with spare ribs. I wanted them to be unique and fun and this recipe proved to
In the Kitchen with Dana: Shrimp Burgers!
This was my first time making Shrimp burgers and they were absolutely delicious! Hannah was absolute in her confidence…I wasn’t so sure. -In the Kitchen with Dana Penning the Yummy
Happy Sunday! Its Dinner Time.
Resurrection Sunday would not be the same without a home cooked meal. So, I did what I always do and turned the kitchen out. Southern cooking with a modern twist.
In the Kitchen with Dana: Lobster/Crab Mac & Cheese and Crab Bites, Oh My!
This is a delicious twist on the dish we all love, macaroni and cheese and when you add crab bites and a simple yet delicious sauce, its a win win!
Corvid 19: 411
This is a challenging time for our country and the world. Everyone is being affected by this pandemic. Some more severely than others and there are resources available for those
Don’t Miss Out!
Last week, I launched my new podcast and it is developing quite a cult following amoung some very special people! It can be heard on 6 platforms and growing! Subscribers
In the Kitchen with Dana: Apple Chips?
-In the Kitchen with Dana Surviving Rona
Video Vibrations: Believe, Ask, Receive.
-Dana Lena Video Vibrations
Power of Persuasion
Anyone who has known me longer than 2 hours know how I feel about my space and how much I covet freedom and run from anything and anyone that may
In the Kitchen with Dana: Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
I hope you make this and enjoy it as much as we did. -In the Kitchen with Dana
Women Shit on Spotify!
I am the rawest I have ever been and I look forward to shedding all the layers, censors, stigmas and boundaries society has set for me, for us.
How we should be, move and groove. Fuck that and fuck them.
Lessons from Rona (C19)
A friend of mine referred to C19 as Rona yesterday as we sat on the front porch and I fell out laughing. Not that this is funny but because I
Dear Juice Box:
Every time I sit like this doesn’t mean you are getting attention. Settle down. -Lily Rose Penning C19 Frustrations
In the Kitchen with Dana: Fried Fish and a Vent
Ingredients: -Fish of Choice -Corn meal or Fish Fry -Potatoes -Onions -Vegetable Oil -Red Lettuce and whatever you put in your salad ***********Follow the directions/ideas presented in the video _
Blooming, Booming.
Your stats are booming! Penned! is getting lots of traffic. I love to see this notification icon from Word Press! It is validating to know that there are people in the Universe
You Deserve First and Only
Don’t you deserve to be the only choice?
Message to Moms Under 30! C19! Prepare.
-Video Vibration Penning this Life
In the Kitchen with Dana: Salmon Croquettes!
Quick and easy salmon patties. Delicious!
Almost Dark: Poetic Flow
I’ve done the boss thing. Made some money Done the home maker thing. Picked up groceries, cleaned the house and planted some roses Done the mother thing. Spent quality time
Soul Freedom Remix: The Dance
My soul asked me as I was showering this morning, What’s your platform? What do you stand for and fight for Dana? I ran through my mind, all of my
Breaking News from Hannah A: C19 and School Closing
Most schools will be closed throughout the nation and this will be catastrophic for many families. Some hourly wage parents with small children will not be able to go to
In the Kitchen with Dana: Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes and Collard Greens
This is a wonderful feel good dish. Who doesn’t enjoy a great piece of meatloaf and home made mash potatoes? Folding meat loaf is just a little bit of work
Loving a Free Woman: Guest Writer Pens It
Let me introduce myself. My name is Real Man. I am personally responsible. Fiscally responsible with assets and minimum liabilities. I don’t lie. I don’t cheat. I don’t steal and
Grown Woman Body
When J.Lo and Shakira did the half time show that I did not watch, I saw some of the photo’s come across my social media feed. People were marveling at
The Most Amazing Thing
I will be 48 years old in a couple of months. I have clocked thousands of improvement hours. Professionally and personally. Franklin Covey workshops are my professional favorite. That WHAT
In the Kitchen with Dana: Baked Turkey Wings Delight
Ingredients: Turkey Wings Rice Green beans Onions Mushrooms Olive Oil Salt, Pepper, Paprika A very simple dish with some soul food staples. Enjoy it on a Sunday or any day
A Hint of Erotica: Lay Me Down
Its the middle of the afternoon and all I can think about is you So ready to escape to our favorite get away I do not want to dine I
In the Kitchen with Dana: Steak and Shrimp Fajita’s with Mexican Corn!
This is such a fun dish to make with the kids. Its quick, easy and affordable and the Mexican corn is delish! Ingredients: Steak and Shrimp (or meat of choice)
Share with Me: In the Kitchen with Dana
It would be my pleasure to cook your favorite dishes putting my spin on it of course. Share with me what you would like to see me cook and let’s
The Secret to Relationship Happiness
The key to relationship happiness, joy, fulfillment and sheer bless with lots of love making and orgasms is to
Thirst Quenched
Being water when he is dying of thirst. Lifesource. -Dana Lena’ Penning Everything
In the Kitchen with Dana: Pork Shoulder to Live For
This is one of my favorite dishes. A pork shoulder sandwich with coleslaw drizzled with a honey molasses bar b que sauce. I serve mine with kettle chips. It is
Souls Aligned
Loving you is completely satisfying Because you love me honestly Completely You have never brought shame to my door Disloyalty to our bed Pain to my heart Or disgrace to
Black Men: You Go First!
If black men are too void of character, conviction and caliber to cut off at the knees an organization that has owners who treats their players like high priced, well dressed, well fed slaves why the hell should the rest of the world care?
