It's finally here! After years of dedication and hard work, today, Traci L. Lee gets to present her baby to the world. She has nurtured this project, fueled by her passion for education and the empowerment of young black women. I am honored to be along for the ride as Executive Editor; honored to be trusted with the delicacy of her dream. I am truly inspired by Traci's entrepreneurial spirit!

So, what is Babygirlz Magazine?

An online magazine catering to young African-American women, ages 11-21, with a focus on "Growth Beyond Boundaries".

Babygirlz is all about encouraging young women to see themselves outside the box, and the earlier this process starts, the less time our girls waste suppressing their greatness. We want them to know that no goal is impossible to achieve when you have a support network behind you. Sometimes, all it takes is a little push in the right direction.

I encourage you to stop by Babygirlz Magazine, and bring your daughters, sisters, nieces, cousins, and sistah girls with you!

You know, I have the most amazing group of friends. I really, really do. They are always there to give me a 'pick me up' when I need it the most. They constantly remind me of why I am here, and they give me all the encouragement and space I need to simply 'do me'. They just know when I need to be pulled out of my cocoon and when I should stay in. I could be wrong, but I don't think they make groups of ladies anymore like the ones who have been placed in my life. I love them dearly.

And of course, I love all of you wonderful ladies too! Did you for some reason think this didn't apply to you? You each have your own special place within my extended family.