Category Archives: Reflections

Between the Sunflower Stalks

August in a West Virginia sunflower field, early morning but already hot. Charlie’s blue helmet bobs through brilliant yellow flowers. He smiles as I eye other infants between the sunflower stalks. I envy their round heads, symmetrical faces, bare scalps. … Continue reading

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Cup of Comfort

When Jamie goes away on a business trip, he doesn’t write a love note to place on my pillow. He leaves a tea bag with my morning mug on the kitchen counter. And fresh water in the kettle. As Jamie … Continue reading

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Education

It’s one thing to know a lot; it’s another thing to have the access that allows you to put that knowledge to good use. Having connections with people who have walked the path you’re trying to walk – to learn … Continue reading

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Black Enough

If I’m not really Black, could someone please tell my hair and my ass?” – Rainbow Johnson Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and your likes and passing the real-life wisdom on to others as I embark on … Continue reading

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Good Boss

“Good bosses” aren’t just kind. Good bosses provide safeguards, opportunity and dignity. –Kellie Carter Jackson Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and your likes and passing the real-life wisdom on to others as I embark on this new … Continue reading

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