Torn On the Fourth of July

Torn On the Fourth of July

There Is No Coincidence to This   I am having a hard time organizing my thoughts for this one ya’ll and unfortunately, that is a sign of what I am concerned about. The truth is, I’ve never been torn on the fourth of July. It has always been my sister’s birthday...
So Much To Say, So Little Time

So Much To Say, So Little Time

Roe v Wade, Pride and Racism   I got checked this morning on LinkedIn. It was a soft blow, because no one was around to see it land but me. It was such a lesson though, that I had to post that I had indeed been checked. I was reading a post and someone else...
Delivering a Clear, Honest Message

Delivering a Clear, Honest Message

Even when you don’t want to.   In observing Juneteenth here in the USA, I reflected on a few things that led me to think about the way most of us communicate. If we can prolong a difficult message, we will, especially if it means admitting our own fault. You all...
I’m Going Through Something

I’m Going Through Something

How about you? The conflict we face daily.   I’m going through something. It started yesterday with a song. That song transported me back in time to memories of really good music and youthful hopes and dreams. I noticed a shift during my third time listening. (I...
Listening Beyond Our Comfort Zone Hurts

Listening Beyond Our Comfort Zone Hurts

Why, like any exercise, it’s worth it.   I’m Fired Up Right Now!! I have been listening to a book on racism that I thought would be good to listen to. From what I have heard, the author believes there is racism, but presents a different view from...