by Darrin Johnson | Jan 14, 2020 | Lifestyle, Events, Ruelon
Desperate times call for desperate measures. For many of us, this is true when life throws a good one – two punch. The economy is up, jobs are abundant (not really), but some folks are still doing a whole lotta trying, just to get up that hill. Despite...
by Darrin Johnson | Dec 20, 2019 | Ruelon, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Spirituality
It’s that time of year. You know the time. When people are filled with cheer, you’re begging your friend to make you that fresh batch of coquito, and feeling as if watching the ball drop on the sofa New Year’s Eve is a much better idea than an awkward holiday party....
by Darrin Johnson | Nov 16, 2019 | Ruelon, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Travel
“King Kong ain’t got nothing on me.” Of course no one in their right mind would argue with Denzel Washington, Hollywood’s own melanin ruler of the thespian throne. For the man who ferociously delivered the now infamous line in Training Day, it’s hard to believe that...
by Darrin Johnson | Oct 7, 2019 | Ruelon
Hot Boy Summer is over! I hate to be the bearer of such bad news but if I didn’t shake your souls back to the reality of seasonal change – who would? Fall is upon us and that means men have the option of transitioning into Suave Man Autumn. That isn’t a thing I...
by Darrin Johnson | Oct 1, 2019 | Ruelon
I’ve heard many times throughout my life that looking for employment will be one of the hardest jobs you’ll ever have. I also once had the luxury of being dismissive towards that notion because the experience of it would NEVER apply to me. I was wrong. The...
by Darrin Johnson | Aug 12, 2019 | Ruelon
“You’re so beautiful. Give the world a show.” These lyrics from the single You’re so beautiful, featured in a memorable episode of Fox’s glossy, and guilty pleasure Empire, gave us just that. A show with a new pop culture reference. It wasn’t so much the song or...
by Darrin Johnson | Jul 4, 2019 | Ruelon
Give me the good life! Sunshine, white sand, close friends, and more importantly – unlimited alcohol. For many years it’s been the adage I lived by. There is nothing more exciting than anticipating my next opportunity when I can escape to my adoptive Caribbean...
by Darrin Johnson | Jun 1, 2019 | Ruelon, Fashion
“I’m a classic man. You can be mean when you look this clean, I’m a classic man.” Lyrically speaking, the catchy chorus of the hit song Classic Man echoed by ultra stylish singer Jidenna resonates with me personally. My father, a man who is the biggest male influence...
by Darrin Johnson | May 28, 2019 | Ruelon
The most memorable experiences I’ve had are a result of being of a man of a certain age. My twenties were typical. Throwing a myriad of life choices at the wall just to see what would stick. Unfortunately, I’ve also spent a good amount of that time waiting, as...
