Category Archives: YouTube

03.28.25
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Happy Women’s History Month: Dr. Margaret Taylor Burroughs Spotlight

March is Women’s History Month, and to celebrate our resilience, grace, strength, and stories, I thought I would do a feature on one of our Chicagoan sheroes.

Her name is Dr. Margaret Taylor Burroughs. Dr. Margaret Taylor Burroughs was a prominent African American artist, educator, and cultural historian, best known for her contributions to the Chicago arts scene and her advocacy for African American history and culture.

To learn about Dr. Burroughs, check out the feature on my YouTube channel.

And let me know what you think about Dr. Burroughs’ legacy?

Happy Women’s History Month to all the ladies!

01.18.25
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A Meeting

My new poem for a new year! Encouraging you and I to make the most of this year and to face one fear at a time.

Check out my new poem:

A Meeting

I stood here waiting for you
I moved not one bit
I endured cold nights
Winter covered me with its blanket
I sat here quiet amongst my kind
Awaiting our meeting
Awaiting our time

Through the valleys
Amidst the fog
Times of uncertainty
And a land full of smog
What hindered you from getting here?
Your heart full of clog?
What or who got in your way?
Was it the years of heartbreak and disappointments
Or you yesterday?

How about fear?
I hear
it can cause a delay
Year after year
But I waited for you patiently to arrive
To thrive and not just strive
You prayed and prayed
There are times you fought
And remained
Steadfast,
Stood on business even when in despair and drained
You persevered and yearned
Applied wisdom and learned
But made it to me and now you froze
Is it because you have to again believe
And be reminded of past victories

Have you ever seen a mountain of such stature.
Am I intimidating?
Are you afraid of heights or the unknown?
I welcome you here
And I know someone who is not visible
But has been ever present and will not leave you alone

To the mountaintop and to the other side
I welcome you to recover all that has been lost
Birth that which almost died
Hold on to your faith no matter the cost
Uncover blessings you have not seen
Reach your full potential and fulfill your heart’s dream

And if you tell me to move with all of your heart
And with His word
Dont be surprised if I do what I heard
Face me.
You will overcome
Don’t give up and retreat
You have already overcome
I will surrender to defeat
As you stand victoriously.



12.15.24
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Feeling Down During The Holidays?

Many people are eagerly awaiting the holidays with joy. They are excited and preparing for the holidays with cheer. But for some people, the holidays are not a joyous time. Some people dread the holidays and understandably because they have lost loved ones and for some this lost occurred around the holidays. Feelings of grief each year during these times may be inevitable. Other times people dread the holidays because they do not have the things they need or want for the holidays. And sometimes, people experience the holiday or seasonal blues because of mental health struggles, their environment, feeling overwhelmed and burned out from constant stress, or other forms of grief and disappointments. 

No matter what the reason is, seasonal blues or holiday blues is real. Many people experience seasonal blues around this time because the days get shorter and there is less sunlight. And many people deal with holiday blues which is sadness,  loneliness, or other myriad of emotions duting the holiday season. Healing is a continual process and overcoming the blues does not happen overnight but here are some things to help you get through the holidays and Winter season.

Check out the latest video on holiday/seasonal blues.


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11.02.24
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All Things Autumn🍂

Autumn a.k.a Fall is now my new favorite season!!!!! I love the rich colors, the Fall Season staples like pumpkin spice, Apple Cider, Apple and Sweet Potatoe Pies, and warm sweaters. I also like the sunny, brisk weather. I also like the transformation of nature that reminds us that change can be beautiful and letting go is crucial at times.

Here are some photos of my Autumn season so far. Some of my fall looks, fall foods, drinks and places I have experienced so far.

I am looking forward to Thanksgiving now!!!!

While you check out the photos, I also have videos up on YouTube. 

And I also want to know what is your favorite things about Fall?

Note: All photos taken by me except one. Tannika Nikeya

06.14.24
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A Day Out To The Movies

Check out my latest video from me heading to the show until taking pictures after. I went to see the new Bad Boys: Ride or Die film. See what rating I gave it.

This Bad Boys film was a bit unique as it had some scenes in the movie that made me think they were references to some other popular movies. And the fighting scenes were awesome. One particular scene as both sides went back and forth, the visual was giving a scene from a video game. Moreover, the plot was pretty good. 

Check out the video and make sure you like, comment, and subscribe. 

04.08.24
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Destiny’s Shoes

Come check out my web version or digital Children’s book titled Destiny’s Shoes. 

Great for story time with your little one and an awesome conversation starter about purpose and destiny.

Everyone has a destiny and purpose.

I like to think that destiny is your ordained calling, end goal, or destination for your life. Purpose is why you were created and the vehicle that aids you in fulfilling your destiny. I still have yet to fully understand destiny, at least the way God views it. Nevertheless, this definition of destiny and purpose have helped me a bit.

Watch this with your little one and get the conversation started about destiny and purpose and how your children are fearfully and wonderfully made.

Enjoy!

https://youtu.be/XC9EvxNBX8I?feature=shared