Category: Love
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Pulling Back the Layers via Akilah Brayboy
Husbands, love your wives, and do not be harsh with them. (Colossians 3:19) I now realize why it was so hard to write this article. I thought it was just writer’s block, but actually it was a self preservation tactic; not wanting to pull back another layer in which God wanted to heal me. I…
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Supporting the Woman in Hiding via Akilah Richards
This is a letter to the loved ones of the woman in hiding. You know her so well, and you love her for many reasons. She is your friend, your sister, your cousin, maybe even your mother. You found out in the weirdest way, and now you’re stuck with the knowledge that she is allowing…
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Remember YOU
There comes a time in your life when it’s do or die – decision making time. something inside of you screams at the top of it’s lungs, begging for attention and finally, you pay attention. You begin to listen, closely, wondering what this voice is trying to say, what this voice wants you to know and…
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Healing For Your Soul
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eV4P7TI522o] A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of watching Oprah, something I rarely do. But you see this day I couldn’t miss it, the legendary Diana Ross was a guest. I sat in awe admiring how poised and timeless she was. I vaguely remember the question however the response was full of power…
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My Personal Mission Statement (Day 5)
Because I am fearfully and wonderfully made my existence will not be in vain. The true essence of my core is impregnated with values that continue to mold me into wholeness. In the spirit of family, community, and friendship, I will lift my voice for those that are too weak or afraid to speak. My walk…
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My Tree of Life -“Reset 10” Values (Day 3)
When I was a child, I spoke and thought and reasoned as a child. But when I grew up, I put away childish things. 1 Corinthians 13:11 Today’s challenge focused on values. The aforementioned scripture spoke volumes to me as I thought about those things that were important to me both tangible and intangible. When…
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My Nappy Hair!!
I’m up this Saturday morning dreading the routine detangling, shampooing, and moisturizing the natural. Lying in bed, I mull over the desire to keep it; riding the same emotional rollercoaster for two years now. Then I dig deeper.. Picture this: You have an interview for a Fortune 500 company, an interview for a position that…
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The Silent Killer: HIV or Self?
Everywhere I turn; my ears, eyes, and mind are inundated with sex, from sex scandals in the church, to schools, to child trafficking, and porn on the internet and television. Television alone is near porn with the salacious videos of skimpily clad women showcasing their body parts while gyrating to sex laced lyrics to actual simulation…