This past weekend, I started my Saturday morning by attending a Women’s History Month Program sponsored by the Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary (KPCLA).  They asked all the ladies in attendance to wear their pearls to the program.   Ironically, my mother’s name was Pearl, and today I honor all women past and present… Continue reading Finding Your Landmark

As the month of February begins to end, many organizations will get their last opportunity to close out Black History Month programs for 2024.   My thoughts today stem from the message delivered on April 3, 1968, the day before his assassination, when Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop” address was his… Continue reading The Mountain Top

Greetings today is “President’s Day” in the United States, with many enjoying the Federal holiday officially known as Washington’s Birthday, originally meant to honor the country’s first president, George Washington.   As for each President who has succeeded George Washington; I’m sure none of them would or could have ever imagined what this world would… Continue reading What’s Wrong with the World Today?

Today, three words inspired me: “Going the Distance.”   When I retired from the military after 30 years in 2004, I received an autographed picture of my favorite Country Music Singer, Toby Keith.   Unfortunately, he finished his race last Monday, February 5, 2024. May he rest in peace.   Toby Keith Cause of Death:… Continue reading Going the Distance

As you rise and review your calendars for February, I am taking note of how important this month is to me.   I’ve decided to label today’s blog as “Legends and Trailblazers” because there are plenty of Legends and Trailblazers specifically in my life whose experiences I continually learn from.  I’ve learned not to take… Continue reading Legends-Trailblazers-Black History Month

First, I must tell you what a difference a week makes. No one would have ever expected that a city as large as Huntsville, AL, would be shut down for almost a week due to weather.   City of Huntsville, City of Madison and Madison County will close on Tuesday, Jan. 16  – City of… Continue reading Turning Obstacles into Opportunity

Over the weekend, I opened a post from a colleague I served with during Desert Shield/Storm, and she wrote, “Be careful who you trust.  Salt and Sugar look the same.” -Frances   Today, I’m reflecting on those profound words simply because trust is essential to my life.   I’m sure, just as for Frances, when… Continue reading Salt and Sugar

Today, on a cold morning in Alabama, I draw memories of what this day represents not only as a national holiday but because I have witnessed many things in my lifetime as I grew up during the civil rights movement.   I hear people saying that I’m living the dream.  But are they?   I also… Continue reading The Dream

What is your Epiphany?   This Monday, January 8, 2024, allow me to stimulate some thought.   There has always been something special about the word “Epiphany,” what’s unique about yours?   This past weekend, many churches celebrated the Epiphany of the Lord.   Being a person of faith, I’ve learned the true meaning of… Continue reading What’s Your Epiphany?

Today is the first day of the year and my first blog for 2024.   While many are working on their New Year resolutions, I’m working on maintaining a legacy for others to follow as it relates to adding value to others.   This past week, I took some time looking inward and was inspired… Continue reading Your Legacy