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Author Archives: Shalom Esene

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Posted inBlack Girl Times

Love for Trade: the Transactional World of Modern Dating

by Shalom EseneFebruary 9, 2024February 9, 2024

A couple of years ago, a friend of mine persistently urged me to entertain a man’s advances solely because of his wealth and generosity. Financial cushioning was paramount. She completely disregarded my lack of attraction for him. “Look at the things he’s doing for you; he’ll do even more when you date him,” she said. […]

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