My mother loves to tell the story of how I would throw (I think it was more of a “drop”) my pacifier on the floor and refuse to pick it up. “They say” I used to cuss when I “dropped” it too. Her favorite part is when someone would take my arm and place it… Continue reading Our Kijiji
No One Is Special…
A few weeks ago, I was asked to speak about leadership to some 8 and 9-year-old “Playmates” who participate in Jack and Jill of America, Inc. I was so glad the leader asked me over the phone, because I KNOW I had a look of dismay. Why? 1. It was scheduled for 11a 😴 2.… Continue reading No One Is Special…
“I Just Can’t Give Up Now…”
I have always said, “There is no handbook to parenting”, and Michai continues to prove me right. As recent as this week, I have fussed at him about consistently doing his school work and turning it in ON TIME! A punishment backfired when I told him he wouldn’t go to football practice if his work… Continue reading “I Just Can’t Give Up Now…”
We Are Family…
Weather caused the cancellation of a few plans this morning, one being football practice. The “free” time afforded us the opportunity to attend the Black Achievers’ event to discuss the diversity of the Black family. India Reaves, a North Carolina Central Alumna, and very impactful and popular teacher returned as the speaker. India took a… Continue reading We Are Family…
“In Times Like These…”
Y’all! My Momma’s youngest sister asked us to do a family Zoom last night and it went a little something like this…(follow along) Participants in order of age: Brother 1: Frowned a lot because he wouldn’t put his glasses on Sister 1 (aka My Momma): Was delayed because I had to call from my other… Continue reading “In Times Like These…”
My Mom’s Parents (and One of Her Uncles) Have Some Explaining To Do…
I had a little time to travel today so I opted to support the Black owned, Seafood Destiny in Greensboro, particularly because they launched their new contactless feature. As I thought about the shrimp and thinly sliced potatoes, I also thought about how I was not raised eating “scavengers of the sea.” I was also… Continue reading My Mom’s Parents (and One of Her Uncles) Have Some Explaining To Do…
Today’s Year-end Chronicles…
Well y’all, it’s been almost a year since I uploaded my first blog post! I created it out of encouragement from others, and also because The Chronicle wouldn’t print a piece I wrote about WSSU. My mother will tell you, “No”, has not ever stopped me from doing something I’m really passionate about. To The… Continue reading Today’s Year-end Chronicles…
“Will you walk into my parlour?” said the Spider to the Fly…Part 3
I later learned from the sister and the niece about all she had been dealing with, and how they were in search of someone to make sure she ate when she returned home. In the midst of trying to find someone, the sister said she was going to keep her for the time being. I… Continue reading “Will you walk into my parlour?” said the Spider to the Fly…Part 3
“Will you walk into my parlour?” said the Spider to the Fly…Part 2
One set of neighbors included a mother and daughter who were memorable for their smiles, calmness and fancy attire. The daughter retired from teaching in New Jersey and returned home to care for her mother. I saw the daughter at Sam’s in 2016. She didn’t recognize me so I had to explain where we met.… Continue reading “Will you walk into my parlour?” said the Spider to the Fly…Part 2
“Will you walk into my parlour?” said the Spider to the Fly…Part 1
My introduction to the couple who became my best friends…