She took her pain and turned into a purpose for others. I am talking about entrepreneur, leader, mentor and community servant, Dewanna O’Guinn. On April 23, 2012, Ashton L. O’Guinn became Kansas City’s 32nd homicide. While his mother Dewanna still mourns the loss of,
“For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry.” Habakkuk 2:3 We’re almost one month into 2019. It’s the time of year when we reflect on the months past and anticipate
Tis the season for the 2019 resolutions. A top one? Weight loss and fitness. Often this leads to a two-week high, anticipating snatched waist lines and sweating off holiday pounds. However, for some this time of year presents anxiety and what I deem gymtimidation. Yes, gymtimidation. I define
Leaders of #cut50 are responsible for working on the criminal justice reform bill that just passed. #cut50 is a national initiative to reduce the prison population while making our communities safer. Former Obama administration official and CNN commentator Van Jones is President & Co-Founder
Michelle Obama has always been a source of inspiration. Now in her book, "Becoming", we get a more personal look at the former First Lady as she chronicles her journey. This Sunday women are gathering to share what they've gleaned -- and empower one another -- at the "Becoming Brunch". The
Actress, singer, dancer and now author Jenifer Lewis is the Mother of Black Hollywood! The book of the same title is a page turner as she reveals her life. From belting out gospel at her church in Kinloch, Missouri, to her search for stardom, to her addiction to men, and the discovery of
Tomorrow is an important midterm election. With candidates, proposals and other issues on the ballot, it’s crucial to not only cast a vote but to protect it. The ACLU of Kansas Election Protection program is a nonpartisan effort led to defend every eligible citizen’s right to participate in
4 days until what is being dubbed the most important midterm election of our lifetime. Although the issues are serious, take some time today to have fun and get informed at the Starts in the Heart Happy Hour, sponsored by Shirley's Kitchen Cabinet. Named after the first the first black woman
The term ‘racial equity’ has been a hot topic locally. Most recently, the Lee’s Summit school district dropped plans to hire an outside firm to train staff in cultural and racial equity. A report revealed Lee’s Summit’s black students performed around 84 points below white students in
“Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.” Mark 12:31 It took me a minute to write this. It’s been on my mind as recently I was convicted of a behavior that I hadn’t realized was sin. Self -loathing. Let me explain. I like me. In fact, I love me--better than I ever have.