One’s own history can be the greatest educator

God has given us all our unique story. It’s not one that flows easily or pretty, but the story is ours! Find it and treasure it…

looked over Jordan.

Sometimes we have to inspire and encourage ourselves, through our personal narrative. And we start with what we know.

Right ain’t changed in all these years. From my maternal grandmother, Pearl C. Parker

what the old folks say.” Most of us probably now realize that our ancestors did indeed have it right! Their common-sense ways allowed them to get through the worst of conditions throughout history and still...

Leadership is life-oriented in scope and transferable from one environment to another. Mainly, the goal for any leader should be to move past obstacles – to claim a triumph. Being in tune with the landscape...

Somebody needs to be in charge! They may not always like what you’re doing, but press on!” My late uncle, CSM, US Army (Ret) Harris L. Parker, Airborne Ranger, aka Hardcore

Let faith and hope be the cornerstones for all of your tomorrows.

I had to learn what my grandfather and mother knew about some of this journey’s problems. My job was to sit back and let the Lord work it out according to His will. That’s the...

Happy 3rd anniversary Navigating Life’s Roadways!This book is a charge and blessing from above. Writing it has been on my radar for a while.

Plus I have no doubt that their garden is also where my grandparents dreamed—for a better life of equality for their grandchildren and future generations. As people rooted in their faith, they probably did a...

Our stories are timeless and tested. They are about us, a people of tremendous strength.Our songs are full of love and life— and the ups and downs of both. They are soulful with the rhythms...