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Celebration

Celebration

This sounds silly and somewhat sad but sometimes I forget to smile. Not a typical placid smile but a real full mouth all teeth in smile. Today was one of those days. My girlfriends came out to cele...

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No Comparison!

No Comparison!

I am a proud graduate of Spelman College. My older daughter is a proud graduate of Spelman College. AND now my youngest daughter is attending college. The Spelman Experience is like NO OTHER! It is...

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Wait on HIM!

Wait on HIM!

I try to keep my blogs as neutral as possible. However as a believer I have to testify. On this day I am grateful for watching the sun rise and set.

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Jack and Jill, Incorporated

Jack and Jill, Incorporated

Jack and Jill, Incorporated is a national organization dedicated to supporting youth from ages 2-18. I was an active member of this organization for 23 years. AND now I am an Associate member. The ...

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Trusted sister circle

Trusted sister circle

These women have been in my life for three decades. Through good times and more challenging times. I am the youngest of the group- which I love to say to them- and in all seriousness am thankful fo...

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Best Mommy Moment!

Best Mommy Moment!

I have waited SUCH a long time to witness this moment. My first born who came into this work roaring like a LION made her debut as a stage manager for a play in Chicago. I was mesmerized as I watch...

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Still SMILING~

Still SMILING~

2025 was WAY too much. Our family was challenged in a multitude of ways, which I do not care to share.

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Community helps you heal!

Community helps you heal!

This picture was taken on a particularly difficult day for me. While I am smiling through pain it is clear to me at least that I needed a smile and warm embrace. My church member saw that and fille...

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Santa LIVES

Santa LIVES

For the past 15 years we have gone to the same Christmas Village to select our tree. The magic of this place is undeniable. Julie and her team of elves are kind, loving and embody the spirit of Chr...

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