Just the Beginning...
I didn't want to wait one moment to write this blog to update you on my
trip to a fabulous women's event at North Carolina Central!For those of you who you don't know I am a serious advocate for women. I have been groomed to be this way since my entire life has been inspired by empowered women!
North Carolina Central University is one of 2 public HBCU'S that has a thriving women's center. Upon my arrival I was greeted with more love and respect than I ever anticipated. Beyond their amazing hospitality, they are huge advocates for rape and domestic violence prevention. It was awesome to be invited by such a trailblazing university.
My first afternoon there I signed autographs and spent a great deal of time with some of the female students. What we shared was a covenant bond. They poured their hearts out to me and I did the same with them. This was no ordinary autograph session! This was a moment, ordained by God and I was determined to soak it up.
The purpose of this event was to celebrate 8 young women who completed a university supported program that would help them become healthier and productive women! How befitting, the program is entitled " The Circle Of Sisters". I felt like they welcomed me into their intimate circle and I am so grateful for that. You know, everyone shouldn't be welcomed in your
circle... so I didn't take their warmth for granted.
The weekend ended with a lovely banquet where I was asked to address the graduates. My final words for them was that THIS IS JUST THE BEGINNING...
I say the same to you...
Prepare yourself for the great things that God has in store for you!
The young ladies and staff of North Carolina Central have truly changed my
life.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Be Resurrected!
Be Resurrected!
Greetings Family!
I pray that you had an amazing Resurrection Sunday. In the midst of the Easter season the world has been constantly moving and changing. We have made history in beginning the process of Universal Health care, an issue that was near and dear to me as a small business owner. Additionally, I was blessed to be apart of the opening of the new Women's business center in Washington, Dc. This business center is one of several that has been launched across the country to encourage minority to women to define their own destiny. Lastly, I was blessed enough to experience the Word of God yesterday at my home church.
In the midst of the changes, growing pains, and self-realizations, the greatest message I could offer you today is to BE RESURRECTED!
What do you mean Shayna by be RESURRECTED?
Great Question!
Sometimes in the midst of our life process we let our own selves get in the way of progress. We want to blame everyone and everything around us instead of looking in the mirror! We must be determined to LIVE ON PURPOSE, even when it is unpopular. This is why we must applaud our President! He stood in the face of adversity and fought for what he believed in! Yes, it was unpopular! Yes, he lost the approval of those in the African American community, BUT HE MADE UP HIS MIND THAT HE WAS GOING TO BE A JUSTICE SEEKER INSTEAD OF A PEOPLE PLEASER!
And in the end he RESURRECTED and CHANGED ( And Still Changing) this country!
I write today to encourage you to get up and move forward! Although you may have to walk alone... remember the walk that our Lord took to save us from sin. All he had was his purpose and his God....
The same applies to you...
oh yeah!
You have me too...
Blessings,
Shay
Greetings Family!
I pray that you had an amazing Resurrection Sunday. In the midst of the Easter season the world has been constantly moving and changing. We have made history in beginning the process of Universal Health care, an issue that was near and dear to me as a small business owner. Additionally, I was blessed to be apart of the opening of the new Women's business center in Washington, Dc. This business center is one of several that has been launched across the country to encourage minority to women to define their own destiny. Lastly, I was blessed enough to experience the Word of God yesterday at my home church.
In the midst of the changes, growing pains, and self-realizations, the greatest message I could offer you today is to BE RESURRECTED!
What do you mean Shayna by be RESURRECTED?
Great Question!
Sometimes in the midst of our life process we let our own selves get in the way of progress. We want to blame everyone and everything around us instead of looking in the mirror! We must be determined to LIVE ON PURPOSE, even when it is unpopular. This is why we must applaud our President! He stood in the face of adversity and fought for what he believed in! Yes, it was unpopular! Yes, he lost the approval of those in the African American community, BUT HE MADE UP HIS MIND THAT HE WAS GOING TO BE A JUSTICE SEEKER INSTEAD OF A PEOPLE PLEASER!
And in the end he RESURRECTED and CHANGED ( And Still Changing) this country!
I write today to encourage you to get up and move forward! Although you may have to walk alone... remember the walk that our Lord took to save us from sin. All he had was his purpose and his God....
The same applies to you...
oh yeah!
You have me too...
Blessings,
Shay
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