As I stared at the picture of my Cousin Clarence, I was reminded that “we must keep fighting.” He was so young when he went into the Navy to fight for a country who regarded him “less than human.” It … Continue reading WE MUST KEEP FIGHTING
Family weddings forecast new relationships, solidify old ones and seek to continue the circle of love. Some endure for decades and others dissolve after a short time. Time cannot be the basis of measurement. True measurement is based on faith, … Continue reading FAMILY WEDDINGS
Here’s a little family tidbit! “Is it him?” was what my grandson wanted to know? You know, sometimes you find yourself in a situation you cannot believe is happening. Such is this tiny experience. HEY DAD: IS IT HIM? During the 1970s and 80s, Shirley Washington Then was “blazing her trail” on the Hollywood Scene as an actress. Young, energetic and feisty, she was making sure no one left her behind! Shirley appeared in several movies and TV shows. Among them: Mission Impossible as a stewardess; Maggie in Wonder Woman; Travel agent in The Puppet; Theda in Darktown Strutters and … Continue reading IS IT HIM
FACING THE HORORS OF SLAVERY What do you mean? I am not hiding from slavery! I don’t know why you say that! You are crazy! FACING THE HORRORS OF ENSLAVEMENT Most blacks shun slavery. However, if confronted with such a statement, they will say, “I don’t hide from slavery. I just don’t care to talk about it because it’s in the past. Same response white people give… but for very different reasons. White Americans use the phrase because it tramples on their sense of morality. Slavery was cruel, inhumane and animalistic. Whites want to be viewed as loving, kind and … Continue reading BLACKS SHUN SLAVERY
MAKE WAY ENTERTAINMENT SCORES AGAIN With Artist Dobby Lyon, Make Way Entertainment scores again! He is hot in Africa and it remains to be seen if that “hotness” will spill-over in America! He is fresh! His voice is convincing and … Continue reading MAKE WAY ENTERTAINMENT
Evil disappears under the microscope of goodness. GOODNESS APPEARS EVIL DISAPPEARS. Wow, what a statement! What does it mean? I am sure it means different things to different people. Let me see if I can put it into perspective. Let’s … Continue reading GOODNESS APPEARS EVIL DISAPPEARS
DONATE A BOOK OF PEACE AND LOVE Gifts are acts of love. Sometimes, most people give a gift of love. Are you one of them? Christmas, birthdays, graduations, weddings, the list can be very long for acts of caring. Often, books are given as gifts. The idea is that books increase knowledge and understanding. “The Unfolding of a Rose” is such a book. It reaches into your heart, massages it and lets you know “everything will be alright.” Author, Teacher & Talk Show Host Dr. Mamie Smith Says, “Each human hardship can be overcome . . . with the right … Continue reading GIFT OF LOVE
INTERVIEWING GINA ON EAMTRADIO Choreographer and teacher Gina Ellis uses style, poise and knowledge to dance on some of New York’s choice stages. After spending years wooing audiences across America, she settled in Detroit as a teacher and shared her … Continue reading GINA ELLIS: CHOREORGRAPHER – TEACHER – STAGE MANAGER
On December 29, 2020, Little Dakota Rose “made her entrance” to the earth. She became the sixth generation of strong, African American females in the “Ferguson-Smith-Dotson-Tigner generation. Her matriarchal line includes: Lula Bell Dotson, Mavis Oneita Ferguson, Dr. Mamie Smith, Meta Rose Fluker-Yett and Rahjinah Carla Tigner. As early as two days old, she made her footprint in the sand. . .”I will be heard!” Sometimes with a scream and other times with a strong, hard kick! Mamie, who will lovingly be called “Gigi,” said, “You go girl! You stand on the shoulders of a string of women who will not be silenced!“
Big brother Deraj adores her, but he will make it clear to her, “You may be the latest, but you “sho’nuff” are not the greatest! We work hand-in-hand!” Of course, what are big brothers for?
Like her great-grandfather David, Dakota “hummed” on that remark! She knows that for now, she is so special. Her smile is engaging. Her movements watched and her love overwhelming! Childlike innocence is more of what the world needs today. It has become one of “dog-eat-dog-like mentality .
Every generation should make a positive impact on the world. Each person has a purpose. That purpose maybe large or small, but it should be helpful to someone. Growth cannot be measured by the world’s yardstick. Moral values yield growth. Growth aids society in general. Thin about it! Is it your desire to live a totally worthless life? Most people make a beneficial impact to someone somewhere. The Ferguson-Dotsons are among “the most.” There are farmers, businesspersons, educators, authors, musicians, designers and more. The world knows “we lived.”
Continue reading “THE SIXTH GENERATION”Bringing America back is the focus. We can …we will! America . . .our journey has begun, a journey that will lead us through the valleys of health restoration, racial equality, job growth and justice for all colors: red, yellow, black, brown and white.As we approach the shadows of cultural expansion and inclusion, let us not fear the journey, but embrace it with determination, courage and undeniable truth. Has the voyage begun? A TRIP TOWARD DEMOCRACY Moving toward a stronger democratic system began tonight. Tonight, we witnessed the promise of success in the hearts and speeches of President-Elect Biden and … Continue reading WE CAN WE WILL!
