Time, Talent, TREASURE
I first heard the phrase “time, talent, and treasure” from Tracey Greene-Washington, founder of the CoThinkk giving circle. It describes what we all have to contribute to things we believe in. In my life, I have mostly been able to … Continue reading Time, Talent, TREASURE
Mid-Year Musing
Sitting here in the center of 2017, I am pausing to reflect on my work thus far this year, and what I have planned. As I gain more subscribers (thank you all), I feel it is important to put my … Continue reading Mid-Year Musing
Trauma and Healing
The news these days is heartbreaking. As oppression has always been. My skin color means I will never fully understand the trauma of racism. My heart calls me to feel as much as I can, and to be of service … Continue reading Trauma and Healing
Holding History
Who shapes our memory? As my long-time readers know, I have a strong interest in history. Like many others, I believe understanding history is key to understanding our present, and essential if we are to create new frameworks for the … Continue reading Holding History
Disrupt and Dismantle
Public art and monuments can influence the collective narrative. They can provoke new possibilities or perpetuate old systems. They can impact identity and self-perception. Today I am reflecting on the public art of the When Women Disrupt tour and on Confederate … Continue reading Disrupt and Dismantle
Engaging Through the Arts
It is my belief that the arts are essential for healing and transformation, that it takes creativity and creative expression to bring new paradigms into being. In that spirit, today’s post focuses on local arts-related events and news. So much … Continue reading Engaging Through the Arts
A Major Shift
“It was one of the most interesting meetings I’ve seen in a long, long time. And honestly, it did feel like something major had shifted. There were years when no one commented during budget public hearing. I don’t think that … Continue reading A Major Shift
Mother to Mother
The Buncombe County section in the May Urban News has a story written by Lisa Eby and myself about an inspiring group of African American women who are becoming neighborhood-based doulas. It was such a treat to get to meet Nikita Smart, … Continue reading Mother to Mother
Culture & Politics
Today I’m sharing a list of cultural and political tidbits. Ministry of Hats: This month’s Bold Life Magazine‘s has a great cover story about Sandra Suber, owner of Ianodell’s Hat Shop in Mills River. “Though the church-hat tradition hasn’t caught on … Continue reading Culture & Politics
Sheneika for Asheville
This is very exciting news for the city that I am happy to share: May 4, 2017 (Asheville, NC) – Today Sheneika Smith announces her campaign for a seat on Asheville City Council. She is a registered Democrat seeking one … Continue reading Sheneika for Asheville
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