Today in the midst of various conversations with different people making disagreeing statements, posting different perspectives and views, I observe that there is a LOT to be expressed, and fundamentally heard. One thing someone shared was a common statement I’ve heard numerous times by different people who state “I don’t see color”. Typically the meaning […]
I have often been told since childhood by my family in particular that I have an old soul and for a time such as THIS, I would normally talk with my dad. Our elders have an insight & wisdom and THIS is not new for them. What do I mean by THIS? They are not […]
Check out below for part 1 of an interview series I did about being a triathlete. Thank you to Something Wonderful Videos, Honey Stinger, Chicago Athlete Magazine, Infinity Multisport, and USA Triathlon.
It is just over a month since the passing of Kobe Bryant and I wonder now that the world has had time to process the shock of such a tragic event, what has and will be the sustaining impact. To see the tears, emotions and humanity of men, in particular men who are known for […]
Every year rather that making resolutions, I create & focus on commitments & goals I establish for the year. I read them at least monthly but more like weekly to check-in and see where I’m at, refocus, plan and take action to achieve them. Last year (2017) on of my goals was to improve my […]
There are a few upcoming events to highlight as it is our responsibility to contribute to the uplifting of our youth, children, families, and communities. Though we may have many plans and goals that keep us all busy especially going into a new year, however, let’s all take time and resources out to give back […]
A couple of things prompted me to write this post, but I have to thank a friend for sharing with me a FB post about a card game “Mentally Stimulate Me” that spurred me to put these words to pen…or shall I say cyberspace. We had a brief conversation about dating, relationships, and today’s society, […]
Sorry, it has been a while since I’ve posted, but I do try to focus on posting when I really feel led & inspired about a certain topic, event, experience, and the like. It has been a few months and then something that happened tonight sparked me to share what manifested. It’s been a while […]
Today’s post is in honor of Memorial Day & dedicated to my cousin, Marcus Johnson. Congrats on becoming Master Sergeant, I am so proud of you. Love you!! Happy Memorial Day to those who serve & served in our Armed Forces… To all of those that sacrifice & serve defending our lives & this country, […]
I decided to break this post into 2 parts because it encompasses so much that has been laid on my heart recently and can be a bit much. With so much going on in the world, (i.e. San Bernadino shootings, terrorist events in France, crisis in Syria) and particular things that are close to home […]
