You Should Sit Down for This: A Memoir about Life, Wine, and Cookies

by Tamera Mowry

Please—sit down and get comfortable. Because I’m going to tell you a story about a little Black girl who had big dreams and grand ambitions.

Intro

This is my story, and I’m just glad you’re with me, willing to hear it.

Succeeding at any endeavor takes hard work, of course, but make sure you keep the faith, too—that there is room for you among that vast display of stars.

“There just really aren’t many parts for little Black girls, but you should keep trying.”

You’re going to make some stops, and not all of them are going to be scenic. Sometimes to get to your destination you will have to transfer.