Family and Community Through The Eyes Of A Traveler by: Rachelle J. Gray (Guest Post)

October 8, 2021.Reading time 21 minutes.

Today’s guest in the ‘Celebrate A Sister‘ series is a beloved sistren of mine. We’ve shared the stage as part of a dance group in Barbados, lived in the same countryside parish for years, and had many deep conversations and creative collaborations. Through Rachelle’s gift for writing and photography she ushers us along her sojourn […]

Quality Of Life And Why Pace Matters

October 4, 2021.Reading time 5 minutes.

Sister, let’s talk about The Hustle. You know, that thing so many of us choose to do, or are compelled, bombarded, thrilled or inspired to do. The Hustle can make you feel a heady sense of exhilaration, purpose, control, accomplishment and drive. Your pace can impress some people who are a lot less impressed if […]

The Germany Journey – Singing In An Art Garden & A Visit To A Florist

August 13, 2021.Reading time 11 minutes.

Though it’s the third time I’ve been to Germany, this is the first toss staying in a forest. Amidst a humanly un-countable amount of trees (confirmed by the drone flown), deer, wild pigs and wolves nowhere (yet) in sight, there’s plenty of time for reflection and observation of the beauty of creation. What started out […]

Encouragement | A Right Now Word For the teary-eyed sister

April 1, 2021.Reading time 1 minute.

So, sometime ago i shaved off one side of my hair. i thought i’d give this ‘artist-look’ to kick it up a notch…and so, i shaved half of my hair (then in locs) off. But check it – years and care after, without any conscious effort, both sides of my curls are even. Sweet sis, […]

Some Earthly Interruptions Are Heaven-sent Invitations | Encouragement

March 29, 2021.Reading time 2 minutes.

She was standing there at the crossroads by a traffic light in town a few years ago – looking beautiful and all dolled-up. Waved, smiled and was gonna pass by since my mingling-days have been left behind (lovin’ it.) Then recognized something like sadness in her perfectly-lined eyes.S topped to speak for a bit. She […]

Reaching out to re-assure

March 15, 2018.Reading time 5 minutes.

One afternoon, while in town, I recognized someone I knew – she was standing alone at a crossroads in a heavily crowded area. Traffic (both cars and humans) whirled about her, while she remained still, ‘decked-out’ in a beautiful outfit – hairdo and all. I’d only just arrived in the area, and had some errands […]

The “Celebrate A Sister” series: stories of women who shine & encourage!

February 11, 2018.Reading time 2 minutes.

We each have gifts to share that inspire, enlighten, and serve others. The “Celebrate A Sister” series highlights women who shine and persevere with grace. I’m enjoying this series a lot, and started sending guest post invitations last year. If you’re anything like me, sometimes it’s hard to really put yourself out there as an […]