Should we ask ourselves, and each other, especially in the midst of these tumultuous times, what is the news? Instead of the general “hello,” should we begin to ask about the children and the elders? Would asking those questions help us to adjust our focus? Could African greetings help all Americans, North, Central, and South, to make necessary course corrections in our thoughts and actions toward each other? … Read More And How Are The Children?
I’ve had the pleasure of knowing this woman for my entire life. She’s one of my greatest influences as a mother and as a person who shines her light in the community. My aunt Karen, whose birthday happens to be today, is this week’s Power Mom.… Read More Power Mom: Karen Stout
In the ten months since I found myself suddenly ousted from my dream job I’ve had plenty of time to reflect on my life. I have reached or exceeded many of the goals I had set for myself, yet the result of those achievements is not what I foresaw. With prayer and intense introspection, sometimes… Read More Encouragement: You Can Do It Too
Building I have to start by saying that although I’ve known her for many years, I didn’t know this awesome woman’s last name until we became friends on social media. To me, and I’m certain to most people who know her, she’s Mama Jen! She’s the devoted wife of Mr. Dave, a mother and grandmother,… Read More Power Mom: Jennifer Turner
Rheneisha has committed herself to the work of the organization, taking the responsibility of various positions until reaching her current one, Chief Programs Officer. Additionally, she is involved in various community organizations and she consistently helps her 85 year old grandmother while keeping up with the clubs, organizations, teams, and activities in which her husband and children are involved.… Read More Power Mom: Rheneisha Robertson
The circumstances are dire but not irreparable, especially for the elders of our community. There are three ways to keep property taxes manageable for older adults.… Read More Losing Their Place: Illness, Disability, and Financial Reasons That Seniors Lose Their Homes
I met Mary when were college students. At Tulane University there weren’t many African-American students so regardless of the classes we took, the dorms where we lived or the places we were from, we were all familiar with each other. Mary was friends with a few of my friends and wherever I saw her, be… Read More Power Mom: Mary Honore’ Tucker
During the past several months I have experienced more peace, confidence, hope and joy than I have in many years. During this time our puppies tore the screens on our enclosed patio. Our dryer stopped getting hot. Sometimes the washing machine leaks. The truck has a transmission problem. The van, which was recently repaired, still… Read More Rebuilding in Peace
Sharrolyn Jackson Miles is talented lawyer who is dedicated to fairness and she is one of my very best friends. We met during freshman orientation at the Tulane University School of Architecture. We’ve been roommates, bridesmaids in each other’s weddings, caregivers for each others children and we consider each other as family. She is a… Read More Power Mom: Sharrolyn Jackson Miles
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