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Mr President - Thank you!!! I just wanted to share this moment with you

Posted by Rickey on January 21, 2009 at 8:00am

Wanted Warm Spirit Consultants

Posted by Idette Brown-Vaughan on January 21, 2009 at 4:03am

Nadine Thompson of Soul Purpose extends an "Open and Welcoming Door" to former Warm Spirit Consultants. Quoting Nadine, Soul Purpose is very similar, but when you are blessed with the opportunity to start over, the great thing is that you get a chance to improve upon what you did previously if you choose to." What a profound statement and equally true. Warm Sprit Consultants have experience in direct selling and network marketing and they also are knowledgeable of bath, body and aromatherapy products.So if you're looking for a new company to join, please consider joining me at Soul Purpose. The products are awesome and the quality of the products are top notch. Trust me, you will be proud to sell the Soul Purpose product line. To learn more or to join, please click here!"Overcome the dread of changes, look for the advantages of moving onward and upward" -- Soul Purpose can help you to move onward and upward!Yours for prosperity in 2009 and beyond,Idette

Published Authors Book your Interview Today!

Posted by Dominique on January 21, 2009 at 4:02am

Published Authors Summer Book ToursPublished Authors, if you have a book tour or event going on that you want exposure to for this summer, let us know! We are including a special for Book Ads with interviews for the summer months. (June, July August). We are looking for 3 published authors, with events coming up in those months who want to advertise their event and receive an interview with a book ad. It is on a first come first serve bases!Currently this feature is $15. But we are allowing those who have events going on during the summer months to only pay $10 for advertising their event. Your Ad will be featured under our Summer Feature called "Look Whose Hot This Summer" for one full edition and added to our events section on our network. Reserve your spot here: http://fromawriterspov.webs.com/summerbookevent.htmDon't forget to leave your feedback in our survey!From A Writers POV wants to hear back from it's subscribers. We want to make some changes to our magazine. In the process, we want to make sure we are providing the services our subscribers need.Please take a moment to answer a few questions in our survey here: http://fromawriterspov.webs.com/magazinesurvey.htmWe truly appreciate your honest feedback!----------------------Coming in February: Weekly Features Honors Black History Month! Sign up starting January 23rd to express your feelings about Black History Month!Check us out! www.fromawriterspov.webs.com

Introducing MichelleObamaForum .com

Posted by Brigitte Henry on January 21, 2009 at 2:00am

Just the other day we launched the Michelle Obama ForumA place for michelle Obama fans to bring words of encouragement, delight and inspiration,to the Soon to be First Black, First Lady of the United States of AmericaWe Love her and we are her fans!Hope to see some of you there, joining with me in interesting and enjoyable positive topics!MichelleObamaForum.com http://www.michelleobamaforum.com

Interview with Melba Moore- Tony Award Winner & Legendary R&B Artist

Posted by Sharvette, Radio Host on January 20, 2009 at 10:33pm

Such a FIRST LADY In Deed.

Posted by THE CONFIDENCE ARCHITECT on January 20, 2009 at 9:30pm

LET'S REMEMBER TO PULL OTHERS UP ALONG SIDE US, IN FRONT OF US, IN BACK OF US... AS WE TAKE OUR JOURNEY, A JOURNEY WHICH CROSS THE TRAIL OF SO MANY OTHERS.

Meet & Greet; Ladies Ministry Celebration!

Posted by Dominique on January 20, 2009 at 4:31pm

Join the members of Ladies of Christ in a celebration for the new ministry. We will join on our site at our chats and get to know one another, pray and fellowship.There will be 3 services so I pray that you will be able to attend at least one.Location: http://ladiesofchristproverbs31.ning.com/chatTimes: 10am, 3pm, 8pmHosted by: Karen & DominiqueSign up here: http://ladiesofchristproverbs31.ning.com/events

DON'T LET YOUR PAST HOLD YOU BACK...

Posted by WHO'S THAT GIRL BLESSED BY GOD? on January 20, 2009 at 2:05pm

Don't Let Your Past Hold You BackForgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I presson... Philippians 3:13-14One of Satan's strongest weapons against Christians is to bring up our pastfailures and embarrassments to discourage us and tell us that we can't go on forChrist. The devil wants to pile up the rubbish and ruins from our past to blockour progress.Nehemiah and his fellow Jews who went back to Jerusalem to rebuild the city'swalls encountered mounds of rubble and other debris from the city's destruction.The fourth chapter of Nehemiah describes the physical rubbish the workers faced,but the principle remains the same in the spiritual world.The debris they were working around was a reminder of past failures and defeatsfor Jerusalem. But Nehemiah was there to claim victory, not moan over the past.And many times we must do as Nehemiah did--stand in the area of previous defeatand claim victory for Christ!If you get caught up in all of the junk of the past, you'll get weighed down andnot move forward. Don't let the evil one remind you of your failures... and failto focus on the blessings of God in your life.Have you lost confidence today because of failures that still haunt you? If so,I encourage you to follow Paul's advice and forget about them... and strainforward to what lies ahead!Don't let the piles of rubble from your past keep you from pressing on forChrist!

THE BATTLE OF THE MIND...

Posted by WHO'S THAT GIRL BLESSED BY GOD? on January 20, 2009 at 2:04pm

The Battle of the MindEveryone has to fight the battle that goes on in the mind. Our thought lifedetermines where we are in the things of God. When people meditate on what iswrong or the negative side of a situation, they become blinded by the problemand never see the escape available to them. Our Heavenly Father has given us away to bring forth light, and that is through diligent study and meditation ofthe Word of God. In Hosea 4:6 God tells us, "My people are destroyed for lack ofknowledge."As Christians we are going to have to learn how to apply Bible knowledge to ourlives, if we want to win the battles of life. God instructs the Believer on howto control their thought life by utilizing His whole armor. Ephesians 6:10-17says, "Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of Hismight. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against thewiles of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but againstprincipalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age,against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. Therefore take upthe whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, andhaving done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth,having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having shod your feet withthe preparation of the gospel of peace; above all, taking the shield of faithwith which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one. Andtake the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word ofGod;"The Apostle Paul uses armor, the battle dress of the first-century Romansoldier, as a metaphor for God's spiritual armor. Clearly, the military metaphoris intended to show that we are engaged in an active battle. Therefore,Believers must recognize that they are in warfare everyday, and that thebattlefield is our minds. The whole armor of God has been provided to help usguard against the enemy of our mind--Satan. Satan's only weapon against us isthrough the mind. If he can put thoughts, ideas and suggestions in our minds,then he can control our actions. We must come to understand that ignorance ofthe Word and victory over life's battles are impossible roommates.If we desire the overcoming life of Jesus then we will need to "take up thewhole armor of God." We are not to focus in on only part of the armor to theneglect of the other combat coverings, if we do so we will find ourselvesdefeated. It is the whole armor-knowledge of the Word of God-that gives us thevictory. We need to take each piece of the armor as illustrated by Paul andapply them to our life so that we can benefit from its protection.Family, it is critical that we acknowledge that the warfare is not againstphysical forces but against powers that have authority in the spirit realm. Paulnot only warns the Believer of a clearly defined demonic structure, but alsoinstructs us to take up the whole armor of God in order to maintain a battlestance against these unseen forces.Satan's mode of operation has not changed. He continues to use the same mindgame that he used on Eve in the Garden of Eden (Genesis 3:1). We are going tohave to recognize his deceptive ways and stand against them with the Word ofGod.Our battle is clearly spiritual. Satan launches assaults on the mind in order toaffect the spiritual aspect of our lives. The mind is like the door throughwhich the enemy has access. If Satan can influence our thoughts, he can controlevery aspect of our lives. Therefore, we must examine every thought that comesto our minds. Are they the fiery darts, the evil day and or the wiles of thedevil? Every thought has either a life or death component attached to it. Once athought is allowed to have access in our lives, it begins its subtle work.This is the reason God tells us in Romans 12:1-2: "I beseech you therefore,brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a livingsacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. And do notbe conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind,that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God."

OUT WITH THE OLD AND IN WITH THE NEW.....

Posted by WHO'S THAT GIRL BLESSED BY GOD? on January 20, 2009 at 2:01pm

Out with the Old, In with the NewLuke 5:36-39 says, "And He was also telling them a parable: 'No one tears apiece of cloth from a new garment and puts it on an old garment; otherwise hewill both tear the new, and the piece from the new will not match the old. Andno one puts new wine into old wineskins; otherwise the new wine will burst theskins and it will be spilled out, and the skins will be ruined. But new winemust be put into fresh wineskins. And no one, after drinking old wine wishes fornew; for he says, "The old is good enough."'"Jesus' ministry came at a time when Judaism had been severely perverted into anoutrageous system of rule keeping with self-righteous teachers presiding asrulers over the people of Israel. Rather than look at how the Old Testamentforetold of Christ's coming and sacrifice, they ignored what had come in theperson of Christ in exchange for what had been. The Pharisees and many of theJews had become enslaved to a thinking process that loved the old ways. Now,there is nothing wrong with being nostalgic or reflecting upon the past, but itbecomes wrong when it controls us to the extent that we are unable to put it outof our minds. The Jews were so consumed with Moses and the Law that they couldnot recognize God Himself in their midst. Though they wanted a Messiah, theywanted it their way. They wanted a Messiah Who would bring back the glory daysof an earthly kingdom as it had been under David and Solomon. They wanted thepast, and because they thought that the old was good enough, they missed thefuture which was right before their very eyes. They were satisfied with the oldwine, and their clouded view of the past led them to miss the new wine in Jesuswhich was far better.In order for them to receive the new wine, they needed to realize that theywould have to lay aside their system of self-righteous Law-keeping. Jesuspreached a message of forgiveness, healing, grace, and life. He didn't come toset up an earthly empire, but He came to demonstrate His eternal power andovercome the world. He didn't come to show that Law-keeping was the way toeternal life, but He Himself fulfilled the Law because no man could do it(Romans 3:23, 8:4). The Law brought condemnation and showed man his inability tokeep it (Galatians 3:24). Jesus came to bring life, and life to the full (John10:10).Old wineskins were fitting for the old wine. The Law did its job, and it did itwell (Romans 7:12). But its job was to point people to the cross and to Christ,Who had come in the flesh. If new wine was available in Jesus, then it made nosense to put it into old wineskins which would break as soon as the wine waspoured in. The Law had done its job, and the new wine needed new wineskins. Thenew wine of forgiveness in Christ needs to go in the new wineskin of grace. Wewere under law, but now we are under grace (Romans 6:14). The old covenant isover, and the new covenant has been established. Christ is the centerpiece andthe focus. We must drink of Him (John 7:37).If we find ourselves still trying to earn our way into God's favor, we need tolay aside the old and receive the grace and forgiveness of Christ. If we areattempting to manipulate God into giving us what we want in life, we need tostop drinking of the old wine and simply receive the blessings which Hegraciously gives as He knows best.Trying to do things on our own strength apart from Christ is like pouring wineinto a leaky wineskin. It will never work. Do we want to be full in Christ? Dowe want to experience the promised abundant life? Life to the full is found inabandoning the old wine, taking hold of the new wineskin by faith in Christ, andallowing Him to fill us and empower us as He pours the new wine of His graceinto our hearts.

A WITNESS TO THE COURAGE!

Posted by Shirley Hogsett on January 20, 2009 at 12:48am

By Edward Foxworth IIINot in my lifetime! Has been the cry of many of our parents and grandparents. They were the generation of people who dealt with the lynching of Emmett Till, the murder of four girls at a church and the denial of basic liberties like voting rights, equal education and political representation. It was their life experiences of being led, through some very trying times, by the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. that we now research. Enduring personal abuse, his home being bombed and often being arrested he courageously fought for what he believed was right and necessary. Change was the result. From segregated schools, buses and water fountains to his opposition against the Vietnam War, countless sit-ins and marches, Dr. King was correct in proclaiming that “Injustice anywhere, is a threat to justice everywhere.”Today we sit at a new starting line for the continuation of that very same courageous spirit. A spirit that lives on in a former community activist turned Senator, President Barack Obama. Someone who also understands the strife and struggles that African-American citizens, have had to endure. Yes, he will be challenged nationally and internationally, to provide leadership and direction to millions of people who also want change. But isn’t that what passing the virtual baton is all about? Receiving the knowledge and experiences of those that have ran their leg of the race and are now passing it on to those who are worthy? I’m convinced that he’s more than prepared for the job. To see this thoughtful, calculated, smart and compassionate human being, who happens to be African-American and who just happens to be a man, for this journalist, the eldest son of a former black panther, is extremely emotional.The price for getting to where President Obama is today – Extreme Racism, Sexism and in many cases Death, much of what unfortunately still exist. He certainly does stand on the shoulders of those who came before him and who fought the good fight. There remains however, that undying resolve that each of us has as a responsibility for assisting in this process. To internally examine who we are and to recommit ourselves to becoming the best and most productive people that we can be.Like Dr. King, the hope that President Obama will unify people and catapult “The Dream Deferred” to heights unimagined are what we are witnessing. For in the end, despite the personal challenges that each of us might face, we can no longer afford to wait for success to knock. The path is being cleared for those who simply want more. It is being cleared for those who are “Fired up and Ready to Go!”So if the eyes are the windows to ones soul, let us witness the courage and “Audacity of Hope” as it takes office, pulls up a chair and takes a seat.Edward Foxworth is a member of Destiny Speakers Bureau www.destinyspeaks.net. To book Edward for your next event or radio interview email your request to shirley@destinyspeaks.net

Are You Changing Your Oil On Time?

Posted by Towanda D. Cooper on January 19, 2009 at 10:16pm

Everyday, I receive information on how to do this or that. I receive information on car warranties or buying a vehicle. When was the last time someone ask, how is your vehicle maintenance going? Did you change your oil today? Did you check your oil today? Did you schedule your oil change?If you answered no, I'm here to help you make a wise decision about the maintenane of your vehicle. Changing the oil in your vehicle is just as important to you eating. Your vehicle needs fresh oil. Your current oil can't wait until you have the time, for a change. Your owner's manual instructs the owner when to change the oil. Some vehicle's oil needs changing at every 5,000 to 7,500 miles. Going over the recommended mileage isn't good for your vehicle. Also, changing the oil too soon isn't good either. There were ads that encouraged oil changes at 3,000 miles. As I stated earlier, vehicles can travel further on their oil. The 3,000 were for oils that were singled weighted. What is single-weighted? Single-weighted oil are 30, 40, or 50 weighted oils. These oils are still around. They come in detergent and non-detergent. But, they aren't used by vehicles. Today's vehicles use two-weighted oils. These oils consist of two-parted oils. Most vehicles use 5w20 or 5w30. There are more special type oils. We will discuss those oils, at another time. Plus, I don't want to make this post too boring for my readers.Locate your owner's manual. This will tell you the weight your vehicle uses. When getting your oil changed, ask the garage what type of oil they're using. Using the proper weighted oil in your vehicle is very imporant. We'll discuss that subject, at a later date too. At this point, I want you to check and change your oil, on time.Happy motoing

Getting back on track!

Posted by Brandy on January 19, 2009 at 10:06pm

I have been pushed away from my goals for too long with unexpected issues, but my turbulance in my flight to freedom has brought me new goals and a new focus. I have a two week old baby boy and a 10 year old son and my time off for my pregnancy has cleared my mind. I am now more determined than ever to get Scentaments off of the ground. I've changed my entire look and focus and hope that this will appeal to the public more. I am now offering hand made bath and body sets gift baskets and candles. I would like to use Valentines day as a Kick off for my Brand of items offered I will start taking orders 1/20/09 and end Valentines day orders 2/10/09. There is alot more to offer on the site, so dont hesitate to check it out.

THE CELEBATION IS IN THE HEART AND NOT IN THE VENUE!!!! ENJOY THIS SPECIAL TIME

Posted by THE CONFIDENCE ARCHITECT on January 19, 2009 at 7:40pm

Enjoy your activities and events that will take a place in history forever.Always remember that the actual celebration is in the heart of each individuals ...you and me!Let's embrace this sweet spirit of change in this universe... reach out and pull and push another woman standing across from you, standing behind you as well as in front of you.... promote not only those women you know, but also those you may not know but may need your voice to assist them to getting to their success....the pie is large enough for all of us....it takes ALL of us to MOVE AND MOTIVATE ALL OF US!I Love Each and Everyone Of You and Am So Very PROUD!~IvanaNew Book: Confident About Confidence

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The Woman you’ve always wanted to be………

Posted by Antavia Cooper on January 19, 2009 at 6:30pm

Being a woman in our current society is tough. TV shows, magazines, movies, and other media outlets attempt to convince women to measure themselves according to society's standards. However, doing so limits the beauty of a woman. According to the world, you have to be a certain size, height, skin tone and have a certain type of hairstyle or clothing style to be considered beautiful. What does a woman do to uphold her self-image in a world where advertisements are flooded with influences that promote worldly beauty? That's where she draws the line by refusing to conform to society's image of beauty and renews her mind with the Word of God.Due to impossible worldly standards, countless women have developed a poor self–image. Fear of not measuring up has caused them to develop harmful habits to prove their beauty and self—worth. For example, some women may spend all their money trying to keep up with the latest styles in beauty, fashion, and nearly starving themselves just to be thin. However, this type of behavior almost always leads to self destruction.Women who have problems with their self–image are often bitter, angry and attitudinal. When a woman doesn't know how to treat herself, she will most likely mistreat others. The Bible tells us to love our neighbors as ourselves. However, if you've never learned to love yourself, you can't possibly love anyone else.Proverbs 31 is an excellent guide for all women, because this woman doesn't suffer from a poor self—image. Interestingly, the proverb doesn't describe this woman's physical appearance, yet by her works we see her beauty radiated from within. I'm not saying run yourself into the ground trying to do everything this woman did! However, take note of how she lived her life and became a woman who was celebrated above all women. She was a woman of elegance and extraordinary intelligence because she honored God.Proverbs 31:10 says the price of a virtuous woman is far above rubies. She is rare, precious, and esteemed above treasured jewels. As a woman, you have to understand your worth according to God's Word. You can be the woman you've always wanted to be when you begin to see yourself as God sees you.Make a quality decision to define your standard of beauty by the Word of God. When your self–confidence comes as a result of a personal relationship with God, you'll realize that you're loved, precious, and beautiful in His sight!Be Blessed,Terri

I need a few good writers to join my team.

Posted by Simone Y on January 19, 2009 at 4:40pm

SmartTechPeople.com is now one of the fastest growing online communities/job boards for the technical community. It is used by tech professionals, recruiters, and HR Managers all over the world.SmartTechPeople.com is owned and operated by Melendez-Yard Multimedia Inc .
Job Summary:Work from home part-time writing resumes and cover letters for our clients. Ability to write stellar resumes and cover letters, Curriculum Vitae, and Biographies.
Description of project:We are looking for exceptionally talented Resume and Cover Letter Writers to join our team. Work from home part-time as an independent contractor. This is the perfect opportunity for retired or current career counselors or HR personnel. It is also an excellent opportunity for anyone who can write stellar resumes, cover letters, Curriculum Vitae, and Biographies. We will pay you for per resume, cover letter, etc. that you write. We first gather all of the information that you should need from our detailed customer questionnaire, so you should not have to do much more than write resumes and cover letters based on that information.All qualified applicants will have to resume and cover letter samples to prove to us that you can do the job.
Duties Include:- Writing stellar resumes, cover letters, Curriculum Vitae, and Biographies etc.- Create eye-catching formats and wording that draws the employer’s attention.- Provide revisions (sometimes multiple) of the work based on my and the client's feedback.Requirements:- Must be a creative and talented writer.-Must have excellent grammar.- Qualified applicants should be available via e-mail and phone or text during business hours- Must have access to a computer and be able to complete each resume in Microsoft Word format.- You must also have a PayPal account as that is how I will be paying you for each resume.- Candidates with Human Resource, Career Counseling, Job Developing and Recruiting experience are preferred.
How to Apply: (Please respond to this ad with)- A resume in Word Format.- How many resume you can complete a week.- Are you available to write on the weekends?- How much you would like per resume. I do not pay per hour only per completed resume and cover letter.- When can you start?- Do you have access to a computer, email and Microsoft Word?- Please also include samples of your work. (Resume, Cover Letters and Biographies only)
Please go to http://www.smarttechpeople.com to apply or email the requested information to jobposts@smarttechpeople.com

Tip of the Day for Business Women on Traveling:

Posted by Diversity_Woman on January 19, 2009 at 4:21pm

Visit the airline’s website to get the carry-on lowdown. If you’re traveling internationally, carry-on rules are very strict. You may have to use a bag that’s smaller than 22 inches (the typical carry-on size). So know before you go—or pack.Sheila, publisher of Diversity Woman Magazine.www.diversitywoman.com

In Remembrance - Martin Luther King, Jr. 2009

Posted by Paradise on January 19, 2009 at 3:00pm

In Remembrance

Martin Luther King, Jr.January.15.1929 - April.4.1968I Have a Dream - Address at March on WashingtonAugust 28, 1963. Washington, D.C.I am happy to join with you today in what will go down in history as the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation. [Applause]Five score years ago, a great American, in whose symbolic shadow we stand signed the Emancipation Proclamation. This momentous decree came as a great beacon light of hope to millions of Negro slaves who had been seared in the flames of withering injustice. It came as a joyous daybreak to end the long night of captivity.But one hundred years later, we must face the tragic fact that the Negro is still not free. One hundred years later, the life of the Negro is still sadly crippled by the manacles of segregation and the chains of discrimination. One hundred years later, the Negro lives on a lonely island of poverty in the midst of a vast ocean of material prosperity. One hundred years later, the Negro is still languishing in the corners of American society and finds himself an exile in his own land. So we have come here today to dramatize an appalling condition.In a sense we have come to our nation's capital to cash a check. When the architects of our republic wrote the magnificent words of the Constitution and the declaration of Independence, they were signing a promissory note to which every American was to fall heir. This note was a promise that all men would be guaranteed the inalienable rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.It is obvious today that America has defaulted on this promissory note insofar as her citizens of color are concerned. Instead of honoring this sacred obligation, America has given the Negro people a bad check which has come back marked "insufficient funds." But we refuse to believe that the bank of justice is bankrupt. We refuse to believe that there are insufficient funds in the great vaults of opportunity of this nation. So we have come to cash this check -- a check that will give us upon demand the riches of freedom and the security of justice. We have also come to this hallowed spot to remind America of the fierce urgency of now. This is no time to engage in the luxury of cooling off or to take the tranquilizing drug of gradualism. Now is the time to rise from the dark and desolate valley of segregation to the sunlit path of racial justice. Now is the time to open the doors of opportunity to all of God's children. Now is the time to lift our nation from the quicksands of racial injustice to the solid rock of brotherhood.It would be fatal for the nation to overlook the urgency of the moment and to underestimate the determination of the Negro. This sweltering summer of the Negro's legitimate discontent will not pass until there is an invigorating autumn of freedom and equality. Nineteen sixty-three is not an end, but a beginning. Those who hope that the Negro needed to blow off steam and will now be content will have a rude awakening if the nation returns to business as usual. There will be neither rest nor tranquility in America until the Negro is granted his citizenship rights. The whirlwinds of revolt will continue to shake the foundations of our nation until the bright day of justice emerges.But there is something that I must say to my people who stand on the warm threshold which leads into the palace of justice. In the process of gaining our rightful place we must not be guilty of wrongful deeds. Let us not seek to satisfy our thirst for freedom by drinking from the cup of bitterness and hatred.We must forever conduct our struggle on the high plane of dignity and discipline. We must not allow our creative protest to degenerate into physical violence. Again and again we must rise to the majestic heights of meeting physical force with soul force. The marvelous new militancy which has engulfed the Negro community must not lead us to distrust of all white people, for many of our white brothers, as evidenced by their presence here today, have come to realize that their destiny is tied up with our destiny and their freedom is inextricably bound to our freedom. We cannot walk alone.And as we walk, we must make the pledge that we shall march ahead. We cannot turn back. There are those who are asking the devotees of civil rights, "When will you be satisfied?" We can never be satisfied as long as our bodies, heavy with the fatigue of travel, cannot gain lodging in the motels of the highways and the hotels of the cities. We cannot be satisfied as long as the Negro's basic mobility is from a smaller ghetto to a larger one. We can never be satisfied as long as a Negro in Mississippi cannot vote and a Negro in New York believes he has nothing for which to vote. No, no, we are not satisfied, and we will not be satisfied until justice rolls down like waters and righteousness like a mighty stream.I am not unmindful that some of you have come here out of great trials and tribulations. Some of you have come fresh from narrow cells. Some of you have come from areas where your quest for freedom left you battered by the storms of persecution and staggered by the winds of police brutality. You have been the veterans of creative suffering. Continue to work with the faith that unearned suffering is redemptive.Go back to Mississippi, go back to Alabama, go back to Georgia, go back to Louisiana, go back to the slums and ghettos of our northern cities, knowing that somehow this situation can and will be changed. Let us not wallow in the valley of despair.I say to you today, my friends, that in spite of the difficulties and frustrations of the moment, I still have a dream. It is a dream deeply rooted in the American dream.I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: "We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal."I have a dream that one day on the red hills of Georgia the sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave owners will be able to sit down together at a table of brotherhood.I have a dream that one day even the state of Mississippi, a desert state, sweltering with the heat of injustice and oppression, will be transformed into an oasis of freedom and justice.I have a dream that my four children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.I have a dream today.I have a dream that one day the state of Alabama, whose governor's lips are presently dripping with the words of interposition and nullification, will be transformed into a situation where little black boys and black girls will be able to join hands with little white boys and white girls and walk together as sisters and brothers.I have a dream today.I have a dream that one day every valley shall be exalted, every hill and mountain shall be made low, the rough places will be made plain, and the crooked places will be made straight, and the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together.This is our hope. This is the faith with which I return to the South. With this faith we will be able to hew out of the mountain of despair a stone of hope. With this faith we will be able to transform the jangling discords of our nation into a beautiful symphony of brotherhood. With this faith we will be able to work together, to pray together, to struggle together, to go to jail together, to stand up for freedom together, knowing that we will be free one day.This will be the day when all of God's children will be able to sing with a new meaning, "My country, 'tis of thee, sweet land of liberty, of thee I sing. Land where my fathers died, land of the pilgrim's pride, from every mountainside, let freedom ring."And if America is to be a great nation this must become true. So let freedom ring from the prodigious hilltops of New Hampshire. Let freedom ring from the mighty mountains of New York. Let freedom ring from the heightening Alleghenies of Pennsylvania!Let freedom ring from the snowcapped Rockies of Colorado!Let freedom ring from the curvaceous peaks of California!But not only that; let freedom ring from Stone Mountain of Georgia!Let freedom ring from Lookout Mountain of Tennessee!Let freedom ring from every hill and every molehill of Mississippi. From every mountainside, let freedom ring.When we let freedom ring, when we let it ring from every village and every hamlet, from every state and every city, we will be able to speed up that day when all of God's children, black men and white men, Jews and Gentiles, Protestants and Catholics, will be able to join hands and sing in the words of the old Negro spiritual, "Free at last! free at last! thank God Almighty, we are free at last!"To listen to the audio version of this speech, Click HERE

Embracing Change.

Posted by Debra P. Declouet on January 19, 2009 at 7:02am

We are on the brink of change; it is taking place all around us. Day by day, moment by moment change is occurring, whether we like it or not. Change is viewed in many ways outwardly but I believe that true change begins within before we ever see the visible signs of an outward manifestation. Two such changes are in fact directly upon us; the first was accomplished years prior to this writing, though the annual recognition is tomorrow and the second has been a long time coming.Tomorrow we acknowledge the birth of, the late, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. which is now recognized nationally as a holiday. Dr. King believed in change. He lived and died trying to bring forth change, records of such efforts as the freedom march and speeches including the famous “I Have a Dream” speech made on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in 1963 were recorded and are still remembered today.On this Tuesday, the 20th of January 2009, the nation will watch as President-Elect Barack Obama makes history by taking the oath to become the 44th President of the United States of America; the 1st African American to ascend to such an honorable position. President Obama embodies the heart of Dr. King’s “Dream” which he shared with the world. A dream of a people united, experiencing equality for all and having the liberty to pursue purposes and fulfill destinies. The beliefs of both these men are the “truth” of a “changed” way.I am embracing, experiencing and expecting such change in 2009; but, I’m not just writing of the obvious change that is before us. I am looking to give and to receive, to bless and be blessed. I expect 2009 to be the year where all barriers fall down and all obstacles are removed; no more handicaps as they’ve been completely erased from sight. I’m stepping forth into my predestined place, rising to fill the space I was created for.Fulfillment of purpose and destiny is necessary in every individual’s life. That’s what we are here for; it is the plan of God. Living life expecting the best, giving the best and being one’s best is true and complete fulfillment. I embrace this day, looking forward to tomorrow and accepting all changes that shall come my way. We (mankind) do not have all the answers and because that is “truth”, we must look to God, who knows all, to discover our paths.Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. followed his dreams and lived his personal truth. President-Elect Obama is fulfilling destiny by living his purpose and accepting his “truth”. Each day I live I come closer to the fulfillment of my destiny, having already discovered my purpose; I am walking in “my truth”.These journeys of realization and fulfillment of destiny are not meant to be taken alone, so I invite you along in a united effort in search for “truth”. It involves living life on purpose, in purpose, with the sole intention of fulfillment. As we discover destiny, our reason for living is revealed and we will experience cohesiveness. We become a people connected, unified in the truth, walking in love and peace. We stand proudly, hand over heart and vow, “One nation under God - indivisible, with liberty and justice for all”; and now it’s time for us as a country to live what we say we believe. Let us embrace this change and live our best lives in unity as a body of believers united; one nation, one body, one spirit.God Bless You,~Lady DP DeclouetWomen of Destiny, LLCPurpose-Minded to Promise. TMwww.p-mtp.com

Why Do Women Love Indian Remy Hair Ego Extensions Answers Your Questions

Posted by EGO EXTENSIONS L.A. LACE WIGS AND INDIAN REMY EXTENSIONS on January 18, 2009 at 12:30pm

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