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Hey y'all! Welcome to 'The Candi Chronicles' - a place where I'll be dishing out all kinds of realness, inspiration, and personal experiences. Whether we're talking relationships, industry tips, or just life in general, you can expect a good dose of humor, heart, and some pretty awesome stories. So, if you're part of the Candi Crew or just stopping by, make yourself at home and join me on this crazy journey. We're gonna have some fun, get real, and learn a whole lot together. Let's do this!
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Intentional Living in 2026: A New Year Reflection on Purpose and Alignment
A new year. A clear word. Intentional living in 2026. It has been a minute since I last blogged, so first things first, Happy New Year. I hope you spent the holiday season surrounded by family, friends, and people who filled your cup. I hope you are stepping into 2026 rested, focused, and ready to move with purpose. I also want to be honest. I know I say this often, but I really do mean it. I am going to try to do better with blogging. I have so many projects in motion, so ma
Juli "Candi" Long
Jan 63 min read
Community-Minded or Just Community-Branded?
Everywhere you turn, you hear it: “Nobody supports me. My own people don’t show up for me. Strangers treat me better than folks I grew up...
Juli "Candi" Long
Oct 9, 20253 min read
When I Realized I Was the Villain in Her Story
We don’t always set out to be the villain. Sometimes it happens slowly—through excuses, blurred lines, and half-truths. But eventually,...
Juli "Candi" Long
Sep 30, 20252 min read
Ruth and Boaz Netflix Review: Tyler Perry Finally Gave Us the Love Story We’ve Been Waiting For
Serayah McNeill and Tyler Lepley star in Netflix’s Ruth & Boaz, a modern reimagining of the biblical love story. If you’re searching for...
Juli "Candi" Long
Sep 29, 20253 min read
Personal Growth at 41: The Gift of Responding
If there’s one thing I’ve learned about myself, it’s that I don’t do well with conflict in the moment. Some people are quick thinkers,...
Juli "Candi" Long
Sep 18, 20252 min read
Full Circle with The Five Heartbeats Movie Night
I’ve loved The Five Heartbeats since I was a little girl. It’s not just a movie to me. It’s a piece of my childhood, my inspiration, and...
Juli "Candi" Long
Sep 8, 20253 min read
Golden Girls, Baddies & the Blessing of 41: My Leo Birthday Celebration
The Golden Girls Bar Crawl: A Fun Leo Birthday Celebration I don’t know if you’re into zodiac signs, but I’m a Leo — and if there’s one...
Juli "Candi" Long
Aug 26, 20253 min read
Love Letters to My Grown Self Vol 3: I Will Not Shrink
A Love Letter to My Grown Self—and to the Woman Who Stopped Shrinking Prepping with purpose. Every glow-up starts behind the scenes. Dear...
Juli "Candi" Long
Jul 26, 20252 min read
Love Letters to My Grown Self Vol 2: You Can’t Heal in Chaos
Why These Love Letters to My Grown Self Include Walking Away from Chaos Dear Grown Me, Seated in stillness, covered in...
Juli "Candi" Long
Jul 25, 20253 min read
Love Letters to My Grown Self Vol 1: What Real Love Really Means
Love Letters to My Grown Self: The Real Meaning of Love and Growth This is the first of many love letters to my grown self—written with...
Juli "Candi" Long
Jul 24, 20253 min read
A Heartfelt Malcolm-Jamal Warner Tribute: A Letter to Theo
There’s a different kind of ache when someone you never met, but always felt like you knew, leaves this world. I couldn’t let this moment...
Juli "Candi" Long
Jul 22, 20253 min read
90s Mall Culture: A Love Letter to Forest Fair Mall
Before DMs and timelines, we had mall walk-bys and food court drama. Forest Fair Mall was more than a place to shop—it was our social media. Step back into the 90s.
Juli "Candi" Long
Jul 3, 20252 min read
The Power of the Pivot: Behind the Scenes of MsiCandi Movie Night
Putting together an event isn’t for the weak. And if you’re not willing—or able—to pivot , you’re going to drive yourself crazy. Things...
Juli "Candi" Long
Jun 23, 20256 min read
A Thin Line Between Love and Hate Movie Review: He Played the Wrong One
This A Thin Line Between Love and Hate movie review dives deep into the real villain, the overlooked trauma, and why this story still resonates with women today
Juli "Candi" Long
Jun 16, 20255 min read
An Open Letter to Men: From a Woman Who Still Believes in You, But Refuses to Settle.
Dear Men,
I say this with love — real love. The kind that’s been tested, burned out, rebuilt, and refined over years of showing up, giving more than I had, and doing more than I should’ve had to do.
Juli "Candi" Long
Jun 11, 20253 min read
Coming to America Raised Me: Love, Legacy & Black Excellence in a VHS Tape
Coming to America didn’t just make me laugh — it helped shape how I love, lead, and celebrate Black joy. From royalty to realness, this 90s classic raised me in more ways than one.
Juli "Candi" Long
Jun 9, 20254 min read
How NY Undercover Launched My 90s Cop Show Blog Obsession
From NY Undercover to Law & Order and The Rookie—see how 90s TV shaped my love for cop shows and why the obsession still lives on today.
Juli "Candi" Long
Jun 4, 20252 min read
I’ll Be the Villain — Being the Villain in Someone’s Story to Protect My Peace
There comes a point in your life when peace becomes more important than your reputation. I saw this quote floating around Facebook the...
Juli "Candi" Long
May 27, 20252 min read
I’m Not the Same Chick I Was at 25—And Thank God for That
At 25, I was just getting started—single mom, big dreams, and a vision. At 40, I’m healed, focused, and walking in purpose. Here’s what 15 years of growth taught me.
Juli "Candi" Long
May 13, 20252 min read
More Than Birth: What Being a Mother Means to Me
Today is Mother’s Day, and I want to take a moment to reflect on what motherhood truly means to me. Being a mother isn’t just about...
Juli "Candi" Long
May 12, 20252 min read
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