People stare at me because of the tribal marks on my face. I wish I never had them. I wish I knew what I looked like without them. Before I left Nigeria, I asked my mother about them. She said that she and my father were merely upholding traditional practices. I wished that I was …
How to Claim A Promise From God
2 Peter 3:8-13 This reading brings to mind Abraham. God had promised him that he would have a son and the numbers of stars would be how large his generation would be. Abraham could claim this promise. This promise of a son met Abraham’s nee. He would have an heir. It was in submission to …
Leaving
“You’re leaving?” “Yes.” “Why?” “Last night, I dreamed about a tree with beautiful carvings on its trunk. Carvings were used to preserve the heritage and identity of the indigenous people. The dream showed me that I need embrace my culture again.” “So, you’re leaving me because of the dream?” “No, I’m leaving because I’m …
Mary Seacole
I just finished reading a very long but interesting biography of Mary Seacole. When I mentioned her to my husband, he immediately knew who I was talking about. He’s from Jamaica where Mary was born. She was born on November 23, 1805 to a Scottish father and Jamaican mother. Her father was a soldier in …
Notes to Women 