Being Frank

The year 2020 marks the beginning of a new decade. African Americans are still in the crosshairs on all levels of existence. The lack of quality leadership has literally created a lost tribe of people. The US government has its own issues and doesn’t have the time for African American problems. This lost tribe of people now has to attempt to do something for themselves without … [Read more...] about Where do we go?

It is the time of year where everyone seems to be upbeat. Yes, wonderful people, it is Christmas time. The month of December seems to bring out a positive vibe in everyone in the USA. The Secret Santa gifts or simply looking at decorated trees seems to bring out a sense of humanity in the US population. I say enjoy these 31 days with gusto. I know there are factions that say … [Read more...] about The magical season

It is November, which means that Turkey Day is upon us. Thanksgiving is here in the USA. The celebration of the Pilgrims surviving and thriving in America is one of the USA’s most celebrated holidays. Families will get together and embrace each other while adding a few thousand calories to their waistlines. It is time for everyone to be thankful and here are a few things people … [Read more...] about Thanks and more thanks

There are several holidays that people celebrate in the world. There are holidays that celebrate the wearing of plaid clothing. There are religious holidays that celebrate deities. With the majority of these so-called holidays, many people do not know the origin or who created the celebration. There is one holiday of which you know the origin, your birthday. This is one holiday … [Read more...] about It’s the only holiday

Today is a beautiful day and you are a wonderful person. These are words people should hear the voice in their head tell them at least 100 times a day. The truth is everyone is beautiful and life is wonderful. What keeps people from understanding these two things is often the ego. The ego, if not channeled properly, can ruin a beautiful day and create a miserable life. Can … [Read more...] about Seek beauty, not ego confusion

The USA is at a crossroads. When has the country not been at one? Seriously though, the situation in the USA in 2019 seems to be a crisis. The political situation is going awry and even the most naïve person can see this. The citizens are bitter and in constant need of entertaining diversions to keep from going insane. The ruling elite is suffering from an influx of opiates and … [Read more...] about What side are African Americans on?

There has been much confusion in the USA over the past several weeks. The political situation in the USA has been in confusion since 1776. There have been atrocities committed from the use of weapons. The New York Yankees' starting pitchers have been alternating between mediocre and bad. Through all of these trials and tests of faith in the USA remember good people; the sun … [Read more...] about The sun will rise

I once heard a lecturer named Bobby Hemmitt state, “Black people hate each other.” This statement was not surprising to me but many found it appalling. I understood what Hemmitt didn’t say that day, “African Americans hate themselves more than each other.” The proof of both previous statements is witnessed every day in the USA. I now add a new bold pronouncement, “African … [Read more...] about Where’s the love?

For the first three weeks of July 2019 I was in Accra, Ghana. I was there working on a film, Coming to Africa, that is going to be released next year. I had the opportunity to interact with the people of Accra and observe how African people live and interact daily. Accra quickly dispelled the concept of jungles and Tarzan by showcasing modern architecture that you would see … [Read more...] about My Accra adventure