The Origins and Celebrations of Religious Holidays Throughout December
We’ve ventured into that wonderful time of year where we’ve completed the all-American Thanksgiving holiday with turkey, stuffing, family, and friends, and Black Friday stress and sales have come and gone. Now it’s time to say “Happy Holidays” because December...
To the Dedicated Ones Who Give of Themselves: Happy International Volunteer Day!
A very happy International Volunteer Day to all those who dedicate their time, their talents and their service to another – whether that be at a local food bank, in your child’s school, with a community outreach, for a nonprofit organization, when a neighbor is in...
Mentored and Inspired, SHE Helps to Empower Young Women: Meet Tranette Engram
Tranette Engram has been inspired and mentored by others since she was a girl, making her calling seem to drop into her lap. Growing up in Alabama, she watched her grandmother, also known as Big Ma, and her mother go out into the community to share the word of God...
Feeling an Imagination Block? Breaking Free with Creative Exploration and Expression
Creativity does not come easy. It can be a daunting – even challenging – mindset to be in. I know I find it difficult. As a kid, I had a rather overactive imagination, and back then, creativity came easy to me. The more I explored it, the further my talent...
It’s Ok to Reach Out: Admitting the Need for Help and Seeking Support
A few friends and I were doing some serious front porch sitting a few weeks ago (it’s a Southern thing that involves a swing, some chairs, multiple cups of coffee, and extra good laughs) and one woman said, “I think women are more likely to ask for help than men.”...
Don’t Be Afraid to Address Your Resume Gap: Here’s How to Own It
Three years ago, I decided to quit my job and be with my family. My child was growing up, and I was recovering from health problems. At that moment, I never thought of what would happen when I decided to go back to work. Those were my happy times, and I was soaking...
Her Best Life, Designed by Intuition and Values: The Journey to Self
The cliché about the best-laid plans going astray is true. In high school, I was going to be an archaeologist. In my twenties, I got a Bachelor of Art in History so I could work in a museum. After that, I got my Master's in English because I was going to write...
‘Tis the Season for Creativity: Holiday Decorations Bring Joy to Your Home
The holiday season is upon us! Thanksgiving is just a few days away and that means Christmas is right around the corner! ‘Tis the season to create décor for your Thanksgiving celebrations and to enjoy a holly, jolly Christmas! The number of ways to express your...
Reflections by Lady Chap: With Gratitude
Happy Thanksgiving to you! I just want to express my gratitude and my heart with you, as we are approaching Thanksgiving, and this is the season to be thankful. Although I believe we should have gratitude and be thankful every day, all day, every moment for...
Being Your Own Best Friend After Losing the Love of Your Life: Tanisha’s Story
The phrase “the love of your life” is tossed around in movies and on TV, with our friend group, with everyone we know. But what happens when the love of your life dies? I got married when I was 18, to the love of my life. I thought I would spend forever with...
A Beginner’s Guide to Weightlifting and its Many Health Benefits for Women
Weightlifting, powerlifting, bodybuilding, or the more widely known term “weight training” all involve the use of weights as a form of exercise (or even competition!). While popular since the beginning of time, with rocks aimed to be lifted in order to show off...
How a Simple Gratitude Practice Brought Me Peace and Helped Me Learn to Live in the Moment
It all started because I wanted to lose a few pandemic pounds. I’m not good at diets, so I picked up a book on mindful eating. One piece of advice jumped out. The author suggested a practice I gave up when I left home at 18 – giving thanks for my food. With nothing...
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