When I first met Dorothy B. Gilliam, I was completely ignorant of this great woman in whose presence I sat. Knowing her as I do now, I believe she would have had it no other way. Her humble presence and warm demeanor is never overshadowed by her place in history as the first African American female full [...]
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The Pampering Princess
Not long ago Michelle Mitchum had an encounter with an out of work graphic designer that would not only change her life, but move her to action thereby bettering the lives of others. “I’d seen her a few time when I got off the train in my neighborhood… she just didn’t fit the stereotype.”
Picture Perfect
Not too long ago Lorene Singleton used to write wish lists on the back of her receipts. At the top of that list was her desire to be home full time with her son, Tyler.
Celebrating “Real” Washingtonian Women
By Tralonne R. Shorter Washington, DC is home to our world’s leading power elites in politics, law, journalism, diplomacy and high society. As satirically portrayed in the movie Wall Street, Washington, DC (much like Manhattan) is a town where even interns have mastered the art of exchanging business cards. For women, Washington, DC is a [...]
Making History
Charisse N. Woods is a pastor and the owner of two businesses in Baltimore, MD- Charisse N. Woods Funeral Service and Omega Removal Service. Pastor Woods shares in her own words about life in ministry and her experiences as the first female pastor of historic Quinn Chapel A.M.E Church.
Ladies We Love and Think You Should Too: Alma Rivera
Alma Rivera is an anointed singer and minister of music with a beautiful voice and a sweet spirit who I came across on Twitter. Born and raised in Mexico City, Alma now travels and ministers all over Canada, South America, and the U.S. She has shared the stage with a number of high profile ministries [...]
Real Church for Real People
Pastor Ashley Barker shares in her own words about life as the pastor of Real Life Community of Faith in Morristown Ohio and spiritual leadership in the context of everyday life and community.
Mo’Nique’s Big Win!
Like so many of you, I was so so so excited to see Mo’Nique pick up the Academy Award for best supporting actress in Precious Based on the novel Push by Sapphire.
Bringing Joy to the World
A few days before Christmas, the faces of many children brimmed with excitement as they were handed brightly decorated gifts for Christmas. For the parents of these children, many of whom would have otherwise not been able to buy Christmas gifts, this was a wonderful blessing. As a result of this holiday miracle sponsored in [...]
Divine Image
Stacey Richards, owner of Che La Vie Image Consultants and consultant for Design Essentials Salon Systems, shares in her own words about her motivation for starting her business and her inspiration as she looks ahead to a new phase for her business.
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