Justiss Goode

My need to purchase an additional computer monitor, stemmed from my desire to work online, some place other than my bedroom, where I was using my 54 inch tv screen that I had connected to my laptop. Now that I'm so used to working on such a huge screen when I work online, it's hard to function on smaller monitors, like the one my 15 inch laptop has. When I created a new workspace in my living room, to help break up the monotony of things, I had a great time shopping online for computer monitors. Below are some interesting selections and great buys that I ran across.

The most common weeks dedicated to spring break in the United States, extend from mid March, to mid April. This year in 2025 is no exception, and that is when Southern California can expect to see college students of various age groups, descend on the area in clusters, taking advantage of all the fun and exciting things to do. The following list offers a wide range of ideas and specifics about what's going on this spring, particularly in the Los Angeles area where I happen to reside. Enjoy some first-hand suggestions, as well as tips that were either researched or passed on to me by young folks in the know :-)

This older Black diva is here to give you the “411” about many of the stylish and trendy hair dos that African American women rock today. I'm not just talking about the creative braids, twists, locs and Afrocentric dreads. Also among my listed recommendations, you'll find tips regarding everything from natural, curly, or chemically straightened hair, to wigs, weaves, and everything else in between. What I didn't learn and experience 1st hand, about any styles, products, and procedures shared below, I discovered with the help of my two sisters, four nieces, and four great nieces, all of whom are HAIR FANATICS. I just know you'll love the insight they all helped provide me with, when creating this list. My sisters are basically my age, so we share the same tastes. But all my nieces are younger and they all have some very diverse tastes. My four nieces (all sisters), are all in their mid to late thirties. The ages of my great-nieces range from adolescence (one 12 year-old), to young adulthood (3 early to mid 20's). Each and every one of these Black females in my family are skilled at doing hair. Please enjoy some wonderful recommendations.

In this compilation of smart Benable recommendations, I provide a variety of tips for anyone interested in creating an “edible landscape” this spring. As someone in love with the idea of gardening and growing your own healthy food to eat, I previously did thorough research on what an edible landscape is and what it consists of, in addition to all the physical, as well as practical and socially conscious reasons to grow them. Besides the necessary products, tools, and resources to help with your own edible landscapes, I share access to a story I published on Medium, that specifically discusses the importance of this interesting and beneficial topic. I'm Justiss Goode and I hope you enjoy my Benable recommendations.

The reason I labeled the title of this list the way I did, is because while I'm glad to be an American citizen, living in the land of the so called “free”, I'm way too old to believe the misconception that this is truly MY America. In fact, many people reading this right now, may feel the same way, whether you're Black like me or not. Whatever the case, I invite everyone to consider some of the following topics, and towards the end, be sure to check out some of the interesting products, items, and related events I offer as recommendations this Black History Month.

As a busy and highly productive writer on the Medium website, I've had the opportunity to read and research lots of interesting and informative topics and stories, related to Black History, as well as topics specific to Black Entertainment, in various forms. I invite you to check out my lists, that recommend enjoyable and very entertaining stories, books, and other items, related to the history and success of Black Comics, Cartoonists, and Characters in movie entertainment.

If you haven't already started preparing your mind to take note and show some support for Black History Month, it's still not to late to do so. Consider some of the other lists I provided, that contain stories and details pertaining to modern day topics about African Americans, and also facts about Black history. But don't hesitate to browse and take a look at some of recommendations listed below, to help get you and keep you in a “Black History Month” frame of mind.

This ‘MEDIUM’ related Collection of stories and resources starts off with a list of recommended reading about the various benefits of membership and good reasons to join the website. In spite of the typical transitions that this well-known website often goes through, Medium still continues to be one of the most popular online writing platforms where writers of every level can go and get paid. Take a few moments to consider some of the details about Medium and enjoy some of the resources associated with the platform. All the stories conveniently contain “Friend Links” that enable you to read them for FREE.

With so many online issues related to spam, scams, and AI written material, it's hard these days, to be certain about the motives of members who follow you, when you write on the Medium platform. If you're looking for legitimate members to follow, who you can count on to read and show up for you, like you show up for them, consider the following list. These are just a few of my loyal followers and talented writers available on Medium.

As one of the many prolific writers on the Medium website,I've managed to build a large following of readers for my nearly 2,000 published stories. Among my diverse titles, there are numerous stories that I feel particularly proud for having written, even if the content was deep and serious. But I've also written lots of fun and lighthearted stories I truly enjoyed writing and sharing with readers. Here are some of them below.

Enjoy a wide range of audio books, primarily available in the Amazon marketplace, where it's so easy and convenient to discover great books to listen to, when time won't permit you to sit down and read. This list includes a variety of topics and themes, not just fiction for personal enjoyment and entertainment, but also non-fiction titles, to help with important life issues like finance and related money matters. Be sure to take your time BROWSING :-)

If you're an avid reader who happens to read and support Medium writers, you'll love this current collection of books authored by writers on the popular Medium.com platform. You can find a wide range of topics covered and multiple genres, when you visit the following sections: 👉 INSIGHTFUL MEMOIRS | NON-FICTION RESOURCES | FICTION TITLES

Are you considering the idea of investing in 2024, but you'd like to know a little about the basics? This list of books may be able to help. The list consists of some of the most popular finance books written within the past decade. Most authors who have written newer editions, continue to get unwavering support for the original books that soared to unbelievable heights. These are the type of experts you need to hear from, as brought out in a recent related story about checking the temperature of your financial health. Notice this point: “If you’re new to the investment world, make sure to do your homework, and don’t hesitate to turn to the experts with experience in whatever you have your sites on.” For more of this Medium story, read: SMART Finance Tips for 2024!

At age 66, there's a lot about my former marriage I look back and regret. Among other things, I wish we could have afforded a big and splashy wedding, complete with bridesmaids. I found myself thinking about this, while I was watching the fun romantic comedy: “The Wedding Planner”. This list of Recommendations is the result of the sentimental mood I was in, when I created my Wedding Do-over Wish list. You'll find all the wonderful wedding apparel and accessories any bride would love, regardless of the price. Since this is a wish list, why not really do it up? After all, it's MY second time around :-)

As a new member on Benable, I'm making a point to share all my great recommendations with the online community where I write and publish stories. That is why I wrote and shared the news in a Medium story, and told readers all about Benable, and also about the cool recommendations you’re about to check out. Selecting the right romantic gesture when Valentine's Day rolls around, can be difficult for some the list you're about to view. This list will help you select just the right Valentine's Day gift for the person who has stolen your heart away. You can also use this list of the 10 best Valentine's Day gifts, to make purchases for anyone in your life, that you care and have affection for. No matter who you're shopping for - male, female, or someone non-binary; they'll fall in love with these decadent, fancy, comforting, and extra classy Valentine's Day gifts.

Enjoy this list of options for buying just the right intimate apparel that you can wear and feel good about, not just on Valentine's Day, but any day. Sexy lingerie is also a great gift idea - whether for you or someone else. Remember, there's never anything wrong with treating yourself. To consider more on the topic of intimate apparel for Valentine's Day, read my Medium story free, with the following “friend” link: bit.ly/3S1UIUV

My recommendations provide insightful wisdom and suggestions, mostly based on my own life lessons and personal experiences. I offer helpful advice and share tips about people, places and things, as they relate to dating, marriage and how to successfully navigate modern romantic relationships in 2025 and beyond.

When Valentine's Day rolls around each year, people of all ages, especially women, look forward to this special romantic holiday. This list provides thoughtful tips and recommendations, to those who want to show some extra affection to the object of their love.

An abundance of first-hand HELP is available here for people who just started wearing dentures recently, or who plan to get them sometime in the near future. Included in this “all dental related” list of recommendations, are helpful and necessary product suggestions, along with useful tips and statements taken from my own experience. With this list, I invite you to consider all the valuable information I shared in 2023, when I wrote a “Candid Article Series About Getting Your Teeth Removed and Preparing for Dentures”.

For the most part, I can honestly say that I'm in pretty decent shape for an old woman over 60. As a matter-of-fact, I've been taking Balance of Nature for over a year and I feel fantastic when I don't forget to take my pills for the day. Oddly enough, now that I'm 67, I sometimes feel better than I did when I first hit my 60's. At the time, I was experiencing more of the joint pain that I only occasionally feel nowadays. Maybe I'm so used to it, I don't really know it's there anymore. Whatever the case, I'm glad I only have my “old folks” aches and pains on an occasional basis. And THANK GOD, the carpal tunnel syndrome I used to suffer from, doesn't still bother me. The following list contains some of the many ways I used to combat the joint pain I felt in various parts of my body. I also share the item I sincerely believe helped to all but cure my carpal tunnel when I was in my 40's, even though like everything else, the pain returned periodically, when I was in my early 60's. These items can help people who aren't dealing with joint conditions that require them to be under a doctor's care. If that's the case, any medication or medical treatments and remedies should be approved by your physician.

Call me vain if you want to, but I like to think they had ME in mind, when they said “Age ain't nothing but a number” because I'm rocking the hell out of 66! This list of recommendations are a big part of the reason I'm fortunate enough to be in such good shape, even at this late stage in life. 😄 Enjoy my personal suggestions, as well as the popular selections of many similar brand products and services.

More and more, every day, there are constant threats to our safety, even in our own homes, if from nothing but natural and man made disaster situations. Parents and other heads of households, can proactively take preventive measures to help stay prepared as possible, for and during any coming emergencies.

One of the most memorable things about life with my ex-husband (besides our only child - now a grown man), was how much he loved the hobby of raising Roller pigeons. Watching these amazing birds perform in a way that nature designed them to behave, was always so breathtaking for me. This hobby was something my husband had engaged in since he was a young boy, and when I met him at age 27, he was still very much involved in this activity. For the 10 years that we stayed married, he continued what I discovered, was a very intriguing hobby, that eventually grew on me. My Amazon book: Harder to Forget (A Short Romance Story), is based on the early days of my life, and in that story, I mention the birds quite a bit. This Benable list of recommendations, display the various items that were part of our monthly expenses, related to raising these remarkable birds, that included both Birmingham Rollers and also Pensom Rollers.