Skin, a Netflix documentary discussing the issues related to colorism and skin bleaching in Nigeria, appeared on my TV screen while searching for another program. It triggered my interest immediately since this is a consistent topic on this website. After viewing the documentary, I found its subject matter interesting but also tragic. The same storyContinue reading “Colorism’s Story Runs Skin Deep”
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Outta Know Better … But Don’t
+++ Forgive them Father for they know not what they do. Bible Luke 23:34 +++ We have all heard some version of this biblical quote but just how easy it is really to forgive grown people who outta know better. This sentiment rang loudly in my brain recently while reviewing old events that stung meContinue reading “Outta Know Better … But Don’t”
The Circle of Life
*** CHANGE IS FINALLY HERE. The Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah, has ushered in a new cycle for US to experience. What have WE sown in the past – – 2021 and beyond? Whatever it is will be clearly visible going forward in 2022. The circle of life must manifest unveiled in truth, love, sincerity,Continue reading “The Circle of Life”
Love is Colorblind, Our World is Not
In a recent discussion with an elder tribe member, the subject pertaining to l-o-v-e in a multi-cultural society became the topic of discussion. More and more people today are finding soul mates from different races as some barriers to inequality and bias have decreased slowly over the years. Beautiful mixed race children have always existedContinue reading “Love is Colorblind, Our World is Not”
Awaken the sleeping…
You cannot CHANGE what you will not face. This is about the realest lesson you’ll learn if given the opportunity to live long enough to experience life’s trials and tests. It doesn’t really matter the issue, challenge or label assigned – – overweight/underweight, co-dependent/lonely, unemployed/overworked, selfish/people pleaser, sad/happy, single/married, vaccinate/anti-vaxxer etc. Nothing really changes withoutContinue reading “Awaken the sleeping…”
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Wealth Conscious Constitution
* If all your dreams came true, what would your life look like? Many wish to become financially RICH as though it would completely fill the void in their hearts. As one ages, you may come to understand the frequency and value of money, what it offers and also what it can and cannot provide.Continue reading “Wealth Conscious Constitution”
Fly Sha’Carri, Fly
Last year, I blogged about a tribe member using the phrase “wrong and strong” to describe individuals who do wrong or hurtful actions towards others or even themselves but then vehemently deny, gaslight, manipulate, deflect or even outright lie to avoid accountability. Everyone has experienced this kind of relationship encounter. It can be very damaging toContinue reading “Fly Sha’Carri, Fly”
4th of July 2021
Does America’s Independence Day mean more than a BBQ, day off and fireworks? Celebrate the promise of a great nation evolving into a more perfect union. Change is coming …
Jamais Vu In July
Mid 2020, our Nu Amẹríkà already reopened its doors in most areas of society. This upcoming 4th of July holiday will be radically different from last year as mandatory mask wearing has been officially made a thing of the not so distant past. Many citizens will gather for fireworks and BBQ’s while restaurants are hummingContinue reading “Jamais Vu In July”
