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Gardening - Spring 2021
Gardening is my favorite topic and something I take very seriously at my home as you’ll see throughout this blog and others!!! Continue reading below if you’re ready to get your garden started this spring and for tips and tricks about how to make the most of your already growing garden.
Alzheimer's: Goldie's Love
I'd like to introduce you to the first person who loved me, Dr. Goldie Royal. My mother Goldie was born in a small town called Mt. Enterprise, TX in 1933. She is the daughter of James and Elnora Royal.
Finding Your Circle - The True Friends in Life
Finding true friends in life is pretty tough. As you get older, you’ll notice how many “friends” have turned into people you used to know. So what’s the difference between those that will stick around and those that won’t and how do you find those true friends in life?
Leadership
I am, and continue to be, blessed… So many angels have crossed the path of my life’s journey.
One of my personal heroes is my mother Goldie M. Royal. She set the tone for all four of my sisters, by demonstrating determination and resilience. My mother modeled the value of spirituality as well as education by finishing her undergraduate and master’s degrees over a twenty-year period, while
Graduating College When Mom Has Cancer
My darling Royal graduated from George Washington University | Elliot School of International Affairs, during my diagnosis and bone marrow transplant recovery. When your first child is graduating from college, you are overjoyed. Truly a moment in time that a parent will never forget!
For my daughter Royal it was not as smooth as we had hoped.
Against All Odds… I Survive Myelofibrosis Cancer
Depending on what you have read, you CAN survive Myelofibrosis Cancer.
First and foremost, you have to make a decision to live. The power of your mind is the key. Be that 1%.
Create an environment of love and encouragement.
Find the best medical team, gather your anointed prayer warriors, and last but not least, load up on great wigs!
It Takes a Village
It takes a village to raise a child is an African proverb that means that an entire community of people must interact with children for those children to experience and grow in a safe and healthy environment [Wikipedia]. Similarly, you need a village to develop yourself professionally as well.
“She has no fear, she’s a tomboy”, my mother would say. She loved to share the story of watching me speeding down 12th Street hill on my bike with no fear…
The Black Jelly Bean Lesson
One of the most profound lessons in my life came from my sixth-grade teacher, Mr. Hagerman. In fact, it centers around one of my favorite candies, jelly beans. The Black Jelly Bean Lesson has shown up in my life when I have needed extra encouragement and self-motivation.
Starting a Garden
When is the best time to start a garden?
Depending on where you live, starting a garden may have several seasons to begin growing different types of plants. Spring is usually the season most people start their gardens but winter is also a great time to start thinking about what you want to grow and how to begin; again, depending where you live.
NAACP Award Celebration
The Image Awards is an annual ceremony presented by the National Association of the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) to honor outstanding performances. In fact, the Awards ceremony was established in 1967, to specifically honor outstanding black actors, actresses, writers, producers, directors, and recognize those working in Hollywood who supported those artists.
The 2010 Golden Globes - an evening of glamour
Star after star strolled by and I was lucky enough to catch a selfie with quite a few of them. At the Golden Globes, it’s not uncommon to come across gigantic stars like Oscar-winner, Morgan Freeman, who allowed me to fan girl for a few minutes and chat with him.