I’m a believer. Yet,I’m tired. I’m afraid. I’m overwhelmed.I’m demoralized.I’m infuriated. I’m conflicted. Everyday as a mother of black children and the wife of a black man, my prayers of provision, protection and prevention scroll through my head in HD with all the possibilities that I am interceding against. My Read more…
This week, some 300 million Americans bore witness to the brutal murder of George Floyd at the hands of ruthless and cavalier police officers (yes, plural), yet a vast percentage of these people are STILL debating the semantics of “All Lives.” I’d contend that some of these people do in Read more…
In an effort to become as knowledgeable about the recent outbreak of COVID-19 and its impacts globally, nationally and at home, I have actively sought information from international and governmental resources, as well as general dialogues from communities that I trust. I have to say however, that between many of Read more…
I met Zach and Mina during a desperate attempt to assuage a rather strong bout of writer’s block (this manuscript is severely past due!). They are a beautifully flawed, but dynamic pair. Here is part one of their (very) short story… * . * . * . * . * Read more…
Today’s Independence Day celebrations in The States typically bring to mind just as many commercial descriptors as reverential ones. What, with an ensuing 4-day weekend, massive holiday sales, sumptuous grilled meats and fiery sky explosions, who wouldn’t want to celebrate a day that allows for equal parts rest, relaxation and Read more…
In the latest installment of the “1600: It’s Only A Matter of Time” saga, it’s been announced that White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders has tendered her resignation, effective at the end of the month. And while you won’t catch me weeping over the loss of yet another non-cabinet member Read more…
If you’ve ever lived in a northeastern metropolis, the unwritten understanding has always been that so long as you go with the flow of traffic and are not behaving recklessly or egregiously, traveling a few miles per hour over the speed limit is not really considered a law breaking offense. Read more…
She’s hateful, and so am I. The words had cut her deeper than if Oath Keeper had been thrust straight through her heart by his own hand. They were painful words, antagonizing words. Ones she couldn’t un-hear, no matter how hard she tried. And tried, she had. From the predawn Read more…
I have a sneaking suspicion that this short story will not only provide a bit of clarity from another POV, but it will also assist greatly in anticipation of Book II: Atonement. With that in mind, make sure to leave a comment and let me know what you think (and Read more…
Have you ever been in a conversation with someone who was a masterful storyteller, yet took the longest route imaginable to reach his or her conclusion? Were you so enthralled that you listened intently throughout each ebb and flow, or did you slowly checkout; temporarily registering consciousness at a seemingly Read more…