War and Peace
War is never the answer to me. I believe in peace and negotiation when it comes to conflict resolution. But I am not naive. I […]
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Afrika and Mr. Greengrudge
I’ve been sharing stories with my daughter since she was a child. Before I retire for the night, I’d like to share two: When my […]
1978 Graduation Story
Afrika has been bugging me about writing a book. It’s kinda hypocritical of me to say, “share your stories,” when I am so hesitant to […]
Reading and Prayer
Prayer:3:42 am. Can’t sleep. Worried about the election. V.P. Harris should be way ahead of Trump in the election. Why is this race so tight? […]
News Worth Noting in African American History
A John Lewis statue replaces a Confederate obelisk. Here’s what to know.From the Washington PostAugust 18, 2024https://wapo.st/4dqKYgp Congress didn’t recognize a race riot. Biden will […]
Where Family Goes, Is Always Home
Originally published on July 1, 2014 I recently had a very long conversation with my sister, Vanessa Abernathy. I’ve been photographing the city for six […]
Starbucks: My Comfort Zone
Originally published on B-Notes on December 19, 2013 December 7, 2013 at 11:54am My Saturdays are ordered, boring but productive. Domestic productivity is the objective, […]
A sense of compassion
Originally published on Bnotes on February 5, 2014 I am my mother’s daughter. Without her, I have an empty space in my heart that will […]
