As I moved from my morning quiet time to set the course for my day the phrase carpe diem came to mind. What comes to mind when you hear the words carpe diem? Today, like no other time in history we take the words already part of our language and create new meanings. Your reflection […]
Over the past several days, we have heard much about Nelson Mandela. The Internet, print and televised media have flooded us with responses to news of his transition from this life. A vital fact that I have yet to see highlighted is that you share DNA with Nelson Mandela. Yes, whomever you are wherever you […]
Can you remember back to when you were seven years old? What were your favorite toys or activities? What do you imagine the thoughts of a seven year old might be about school? Take a look at what Tiana Parker will probably reminisce about as she blossoms into a young lady, and beyond. I […]
On Friday I had the experience of seeing Lee Daniels’ The Butler. I found it to be an excellent story, well-acted, and very much worth seeing!! There were some parts of this PG-13 movie that were not my taste, however at times, when making a movie for mass appeal I guess they will need to […]
March is International Women’s Month. The beginnings of this human rights celebration and advancement of women goes back to March 19, 1911 when the first International Women’s Day took place. In 1913 the day changed to March 8th and in 1975 The United Nations recognized International Women’s Day. Today it is considered a national holiday […]
This month is one with time set aside to honor presidents, African Americans and LOVE. There appears to be no controversy over acknowledging former Presidents Abraham Lincoln and George Washington – although one day is set aside to honor them both. Perhaps there would be far to many sales advertisements if the celebrations remained separate. […]
As I write this blog it is not clear if it will be the Baltimore Ravens or the San Francisco 49ers that win. We will all know for sure by this evening when the Super Bowl XLVII goes in to the history books. Then all of the preparation, all of the planning all of the […]
Unless you have been on a deserted island for the past several weeks you are well aware of the final voyage of the Space Shuttle Endeavour. Living in the area where the shuttle conducted its recent flyover, and within 10 minutes of both the Los Angeles International Airport, and the California Science Center, Endeavour has […]
When you think of friendship what comes to mind? Think about it for a moment. What comes to mind? Do you remember your childhood? Do your thoughts go to high school? Do you think about the past couple of weeks when you were able to spend some time with a friend? For me sometimes I […]