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My Mission In Life

To educate OUR folks, and the community at-large about the lives, of African Americans and the contributions that they (we) have made to the creation and development of this nation. To get OUR folks to realize that all of us, regardless of complexion, socioeconomic status, gender or sexual orientation is deserving of lovingkindness and respect. To impart a sense of caring and responsibility to OUR young people so that they can make positive and sustainable contributions to our communities and the community at large.

My Job

Mama/Wife/Educator/Writer/Artist

My Hobbies

Reading, reading, reading! Visiting cultural and historic institutions. Enjoying nature, particularly the water. Making arts and crafts projects with my baby.

Inspiration

Too many to mention, but they include: my mom, Nana, Margaret Walker, Zora Neale Hurston...and the countless nameless and faceless women and men who, in doing their good work, have unknowingly lifted me up.

Woc Phd

Afrobella

Writeous Sister Speaks

SuperHussy

Okra Stew

Movies & Documentaries

In general, those that speak to the diversity and uniqueness of OUR people. It can range from gangster films to family films. Anything that makes me think critically. The most favorite of all time would have to be "The Wiz." It is the second movie I saw in the theatre (the first was Star Wars) and soon after, my grandmother took me to see an Alvin Ailey performance. Somehow, I connected the two in my four-year old brain.

My Favorite Magazines

Right now, I am into literary magazines: The Sun, Tin House, Mosaic AND women-centered magazines: Bust and Bitch. I also love American Legacy and ColorLines.

Favorite Books

Books that tell OUR stories in a positive, powerful way. Books that teach me about myself and others. Books that inspire me to do and be better. But my most favorite is Jubilee by Margaret Walker.

About Me

I am a: mama, wife, writer, educator, friend, mentor, advisor, artist, daughter, homie, woman and so much more.

My Sisters

Lastest Comments

Greetings...and thanks

On June 15th, 2008 Plenteous says:

for inviting me to be your sister!

PEACE,
Plenteous

Thicker Than Water

On April 1st, 2008 Mawiyah says:

Mawiyah Kai EL-Jamah Bomani

In case you're interested, today is the day I begin shipping books (Thicker Than Water). So GirlFriend my address is 7106 Red Fox Trail
Shreveport, Louisiana 71129. You can send your check ($15.00) to that address and send me your address so that I can send you the book. Thank You for being part of the books birth. My husband and I appreciate any support you offer.

Mawiyah Bomani

We are the one's we've been waiting for.
Ase

peace lady,

On January 7th, 2008 aichlee says:

many thanks for the connection. k.i.t!

a good wish,
aichlee

"todos os dias deus nos dá um momento em que é possível mudar tudo que nos deixa infelizes."

-- paulo coelho

Thankyou ~*~

On November 26th, 2007 sundancer says:

Peace and Light new Friend.

namaste ~*~

Peace:)

On November 2nd, 2007 TruEssence says:

It's cool to be connecting with you here!:)

Welcome Back!

On October 8th, 2007 brainymama says:

I am so excited to see that the site is up and running and better than before. YMIB Rocks!

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