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The Power of Our Words: Choosing to Build or Destroy!

We’ve all experienced it: voicing frustrations about traffic, complaining about co-workers, or feeling let down by a missed chance. Whether you know it or not, complaining is as inherent as breathing and can often serve as a release. However, as the proverb states, “Complaining is like a rocking chair. It gives you something to do but doesn’t take you anywhere.” All it does is generate anxiety and stress for those around you. My purpose in weaving together my stories isn’t...

My History Education…

  • November 20, 2024
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David Walker (September 28, 1796 – August 6, 1830) was an influential American abolitionist, writer, and anti-slavery activist. Born to a free mother and an enslaved father, he was free himself due to the principle of partus sequitur ventrem.  In 1829, while residing in Boston, he published “An Appeal to the Colored Citizens of the World,” which called for black unity and resistance against slavery.  His work highlighted the injustices of slavery and urged individuals to act according to their...

4Life-Changing Moments..what does it mean to you?

  • September 9, 2021
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Life…You know, life gives you back everything that you say or do because our life is simply a reflection of our actions. If you are a pain in the ass, that’s what you are going to get back. Likewise, if you act like a bumbling buffoon…guess what someone will come along to give you an ass licking. The bottom line is this if you desire to be respected–give respect; if love is what you need, create love in your heart....

# TUESDAY’S THOUGHTS

Tuesday’s thoughts at Shenandoah Change your thoughts, change your world. Norman Vincent Peale Reflection Tuesday’s thoughts Tuesday’s thoughts…think back to the good things that happened to you; For instance, there were no traffic jams or car accidents that slowed your travel down, and You awoke this morning to another new day… While recognizing that elsewhere another person did not. So, be humble and thankful for one more chance to live. You are healthy, mentally, and physically…meaning you don’t have to...