Yes, the law was passed after a long night of contentious discussion. For once a serious racial dialogue took place in the hallowed chambers of our state capital. The Civil War has been over but there were still some fighting. This battle was won between two opposing forces, heritage and pride, hate and fear, black and white, old and young and republican and democrat. It had to take the lost of innocent lives, specifically, nine, including one of their own to change the hearts and minds of the old guard. Amazingly, from the exact two three weeks of the Emanuel Nine deaths, the South Carolina legislature joined together to take down the Confederate Flag. To some it was a symbol of heritage but to many it was used as a symbol of fear and hate. The battle might have been won but the war will continue in the minds of many who will use excuses not to move forward but to remain in the past. A special thanks goes to the many who supported and orchestrated this historical change. God bless South Carolina and the United States!
Sometimes, we tend to find excuses for the things that don't work out for us. We tend to blame others instead of taking responsibility for our actions, which only elevates the excuses. This behavior also applies to standing up for what is right. We often remain silent and wait for someone else to take the initiative instead of holding ourselves accountable. "What's your excuse, now?" is about empowering ourselves to make choices that will help us feel comfortable and confident in our skin.
Thursday, July 9, 2015
Thursday, June 18, 2015
9 Deaths, 9 Funerals, 1 Million Tears!
3 men and 6 women from 26 to 87 years of age shot down in the middle of worship. A place where it was thought to be safe for all, a House of God. Our prayers are with the Charleston Community, the National Community and the World Community! It is so very tragic that people still hate each other. Pray, brothers and sisters, pray! How much more will it take for us all to come together?
Saturday, June 13, 2015
And The Buzz This Time Is ...!
I don’t hear much in the news about Miley Cyrus’s
opinion relating neither being a boy or girl. Whatever sexuality she claims, it’s
her business. But the big news buzz is about Rachel Dolezal, the current NAACP
chapter president in Spokane, Wash., who was exposed for pretending to be a
black woman. And this is news because a white person pretends to be black! Any
news about any black person pretending to be white? How about a gay person
pretending to be straight? I don’t have time for that. People tend to lean
towards gossiping about other folks business but what about events that are
affecting them now? Is the media even concerned about wars, jobs, health care, government obstruction, income disparity, racial inequality and cyber
theft? Roadways and bridges are unsafe and are deteriorating and racial
relations seem to be going backwards. The homeless population is growing and more veterans are committing suicide every day! Who will help these groups of people? These topics are just a few but they are
much more important than worrying about what people believe about themselves.
Monday, May 25, 2015
Happy Memorial Day!
Thank you to those who have served our country and to the many more that supported, encouraged and lost those that did! Stay loving and proud!
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Sunday, May 10, 2015
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