Posted by Dawana on Feb 21, 2010 in
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That’s what my new phone says when I turn it on.
Well, it’s new to me.
I was actually told by a Middle Eastern man at the cell phone accessory kiosk in the mall that he used to carry cases for my cell phone, but “that phone is old” and “they don’t make cases for those anymore.”
Well [...]
Tags: reflection, saving money, selfless acts, things I don't understand
Posted by Dawana on Feb 7, 2010 in
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“The only devils in the world are those running in our own hearts.”
- Mahatma Ghandi
I almost got through this week without crying.
I almost got through this week without losing my temper with Chris or Cadence.
Almost.
So what? You may be thinking. But for me, that’s huge.
I knew something was wrong when I spent almost everyday crying.
When [...]
Tags: depression, reflection
Posted by Dawana on Jan 18, 2010 in
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**The following is a guest post from Crissy from Our Life… One Step at a Time.**
I’m a biracial woman in an interracial relationship living in Omaha, Nebraska. I’ve lived here my entire life and I’ve experienced all sorts of reactions from people in regards to my race.
I was raised by my white mother and [...]
Tags: Dr. King, guest post, love, reflection
Posted by Dawana on Jan 18, 2010 in
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**The following is a guest post written by Cessy from Confessions of a Jibber Jabber.**
I refuse to accept the view that mankind is so tragically bound to the starless midnight of racism and war that the bright daybreak of peace and brotherhood can never become a reality…. I believe that unarmed truth and unconditional [...]
Tags: Dr. King, guest post, interracial relationships, love, reflection
Posted by Dawana on Jan 14, 2010 in
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Our Donation
They are saying on the News that the best thing that you can do is send money right now- whatever you can helps.
ABC News has a list of ways that you can help, but you have to keep clicking through and through to see all of the organizations, so I’ve compiled it here for [...]
Tags: donate, giving back, Haiti, reflection, tragedy
Posted by Dawana on Dec 17, 2009 in
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The following is a guest post from Kristine, author of Instructions Not Included. Kristine’s story is one that has truly touched me. I ask that you join me in supporting her and helping to raise awareness for CHD.
Almost two weeks ago, my baby died in my arms. She was breastfeeding. My husband had just [...]
Tags: guest post, reflection, selfless acts, tragedy
Posted by Dawana on Dec 10, 2009 in
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Who says that you have to wait until the New Year to start a-new?
Today was a normal day, besides the fact that I had to take my daughter down to the DMV and sit there in that germ infested hell hole and wait for over an hour to be called to the window and try [...]
Tags: blessings, hair, reflection
Posted by Dawana on Dec 4, 2009 in
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This one really goes out to the Stay-At-Home Moms… only because we are home all day long (for the most part). Has your husband or significant other ever asked you “what do you do all day?”
Before you start passing judgment, no, my husband did not ask me that (I think he knows better)… but I [...]
Tags: caffeine addiction, doggy talk, exercise, hair, household duties, random musings, reflection
Posted by Dawana on Nov 28, 2009 in
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I don’t even know what to call this post. You can decide for yourself.
The other day when my family and I bowed our heads to give thanks to our good Lord for the awesome Thanksgiving meal that my mother prepared, my mom said: “We pray Lord for those who have nothing to eat today and [...]
Tags: blessings, college football, Florida Gators, reflection, selfless acts
Posted by Dawana on Nov 18, 2009 in
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Well, today was definitely easier than yesterday. As far as getting started is concerned anyway. I put baby girl down for her nap, ran out of the room before she had time to realize what was happening, strapped on my sneakers and went right to work.
I was hoping that Trainer Danny wouldn’t have jokes on [...]
Tags: 30-Day Challenge, exercise, reflection