The year was 1977 and my six-year old mind was held completely captivated at an image on the small screen of our black and white TV. It was of London’s Big Ben of Parliament. After a few minutes of my careful inspection, I turned to my Mother and asked, “What is that, Mama?” She patiently Continue Reading
I can remember the conservation like it was yesterday. A man that I had foolishly become infatuated with had cruelly hurt my feelings. Unfortunately for me, he was the type that my great grandmother, had she been alive, would have described as, “Not Worth the Salt in A Batch of Biscuits.” On this particular evening, Continue Reading
Rampaging through the nightstand in my bedroom, I shook my head in disbelief. “How in the world did I collect so much junk?” I asked out loud. Recently, I decided upon a mission to de-clutter my apartment, one small section at a time. Mind set and determined I yanked out the bottom drawer. What I Continue Reading
Today’s blog is for anyone who believes they don’t have enough time to pray. Last year, I joined a women’s running club called BGR or Black Girls Run! The organization was originally founded in 2009 by two African-American friends whose aim was to inspire all Women of Color to live healthier lifestyles. The group has Continue Reading
For those of us who have ever had to plan a party or celebration, one of the most cost-effective ways to manage your budget is to “Trim the Guest List.” This simple process will ensure that you only invite those who you truly want to attend your event. “Everyone does not deserve a seat at Continue Reading
The definition of insanity is doing things the same way but expecting a different result. Many of you know that I’ve been very vocal in declaring that this is the Year of Change for me. I really can’t put my finger on why but I truly do believe that 2017 is going to be pivotal Continue Reading
All my life, I’ve struggled to accept my birth name. “How do you pronounce it again?” is a question as common to me as someone asking, “What time is it?” My response is as automatic as blinking. “It’s pronounced,” I always preface by saying, “Tashma (Taj-Ma). You know, sort of like the Tajmal Hall in Continue Reading
So far this year, we’ve talked about spending more time with God, getting rid of the things that block our faith and making time for what really matters. Today, I want to ask the question, “Are You Ready to Pour Your Oil?” What exactly do I mean by that, you may wonder? Awesome…I was hoping Continue Reading
I have a confession to make. I have fought against numerous strongholds through out my life, some of which I’ve shared in my previous posts. There is one, however, that I have allowed to punk me down for most of my adult life. For many of us, this stronghold is as familiar as McDonald’s French fries. Continue Reading
Having faith is like reading a great book. Both can help create inspiring pictures in your mind. However, only faith can build a spiritual walkway that propels you beyond today’s challenges to a more promising future. Let’s pause here for a moment. Are you dealing with a difficult circumstance right now? If so, what’s preventing Continue Reading