“All mouth, no action.” “Talk is cheap.” “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hear me.” Quotes like these are easy to say…..until you’re wounded by someone’s carelessly-spoken words. Sometimes it’s an ill-timed joke, other times a piercing verbal barb wrapped in the guise of “bless your heart.” And then there… Continue reading Charlie Wilson: From Down For The Count To “In It To Win It”
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Siblings, Submission and Your Sex Life
Whether you’re single, coupled-up, or walked down the aisle years ago, nearly everyone has heard persistent myths about marriage: “Happy couples never argue.” “Love is all we need.” “I can change him/her.” Then there’s one that has been disproved time and again, yet people think that saying the words to their significant others will make… Continue reading Siblings, Submission and Your Sex Life
Love’s In Need Of Love Today: Sweet Sentiments & Hardened Hearts Don’t Mix
Roses, chocolate hearts, teddy bears and cards full of sweet sentiments about love and tenderness. Next Tuesday is Valentine’s Day, and every retail outlet since January has been awash in reminders at every turn. Darius is a young man now, more consumed with his part-time job, friends and college courses than collecting Valentine cards. His… Continue reading Love’s In Need Of Love Today: Sweet Sentiments & Hardened Hearts Don’t Mix
“……Boy We Hate Your Ways”: A White Reader Wants Unity On Her Terms. Or Else.
“No person is your friend who demands your silence, or denies your right to grow.” Alice Walker All respect due to A Tribe Called Quest, I actually heard “We The People” bumping in my head as I read this woman’s letter: ‘Gigi’ (name changed to protect her ig’nance and entitlement) apparently read my article about… Continue reading “……Boy We Hate Your Ways”: A White Reader Wants Unity On Her Terms. Or Else.
The Women’s March: A TX Family Participates in the Movement
On Jan. 20, the United States witnessed the inauguration of its 45th President. Many greeted the new administration with joy and celebration, but for others, Saturday held the moment they truly looked forward to. Not because of the back-to-back parties, brunches and formal dances to attend, but for the chance to accomplish what the overwhelming… Continue reading The Women’s March: A TX Family Participates in the Movement