“Honor your father and mother which is the first commandment with a promise – that it may go well with you and that you may have a long life.” - Ephesians 6:1-3 Welcome to the Month of May! Last month, this writer sent a call out to mothers to submit their thoughts on the statement: “What Have Been Your Greatest Joys of Motherhood?” This writer was astonished by the … [Read more...] about A celebration of Motherhood (Part 1)
Perspective
The Mother factor
By: Frank James Special to the Milwaukee Times There are many factors that go into shaping a per- son. There is race, family and even weight. Experts often refer to genetics as the defining role in shaping a per- son. There is one key factor that is often downplayed, the mother. The role a mother plays in shaping a person is immense. The mother factor is often the one … [Read more...] about The Mother factor
Closing the gaps
It was the Irish playwright and Nobel Prize recipient in literature, George Bernard Shaw (1865-1950) who said, “Some men see things and say ‘Why?’ But I dream of things that never were and say 'why not'?" This is a quote that is reflective and celebrates visionary and idealistic thinking. With this thought in mind, there is a shortage of “visionaries” to- day who are willing to … [Read more...] about Closing the gaps
Anti-slavery activist Harriet Tubman to replace Jackson on $20 bill
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Who put the NRA in charge of our national security?
“I have supported legislation in the past which would place reasonable and careful restrictions on the use of firearms, and I am co-sponsoring S.1…I believe this bill would impose necessary controls without unduly curtailing the use of firearms for legitimate sport shooting or hunting, and without curtailing the lawful activity of sport gun clubs. "Basically this legislation … [Read more...] about Who put the NRA in charge of our national security?
The most wonderful time
Black Friday has come and gone. The Thanksgiving leftovers are either frozen or thrown out. The Christmas decorations have gone up and the wish lists are out. Yes, fellow Americans, it’s the wonderful time of year. The Christmas season brings out the best in everyone and it’s here. For the past 11 months people have been bogged down by negative events. From police shootings to … [Read more...] about The most wonderful time
Game on!!
If you have not noticed it as of yet...we are already in the political season for 2016 and that is saying it mildly. For many it seems that we just finished the last cycle only a few months ago. And with each passing day it appears that someone is always running for some public office at the flip of a coin, drop of a hat or when an opportunity just comes available. You get the … [Read more...] about Game on!!
Week 4: A grateful heart
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.” - 1 Thessalonians 5:18 The Apostle Paul admonished the church at Thessalonica to give God thanks in all circumstances. When one expresses thanksgiving to others, they are offering grateful acknowledgement of benefits or favors. When thanksgiving is given to God, it is an expression of … [Read more...] about Week 4: A grateful heart
It’s okay to feel good
Are you feeling good? For some reason people in the world have an aversion to feeling good. We find all kinds of reasons to keep from feeling good and enjoying life. We create problems out of situations and let the past rule our present. Well from now on, I am here to officially say, “It’s okay to feel good.” I know what many of you are thinking, “Feel good about what?” Some … [Read more...] about It’s okay to feel good