Chicago embodies true Midwestern hospitality. It’s also a bold city, continually creating evermore exciting and inspiring experiences. And it’s a city with a legacy–Jean-Baptiste-Point DuSable is regarded as the first Chicago resident. His mother was an African slave and his father a French mariner. It is believed by historians that he was born free around …
There is nothing more pleasing than being in the will of God. Your days have a specific flow that includes peace as you carry out your tasks. You may not always know exactly what direction to move in, but as you progress throughout the day you see and hear little messages of confirmation. I have …
No matter what life brings God will be there with you. All the days ordained for you were written in the Book of Life before one of them came to be. Now that you are here, you must fulfill your ordained purpose. You must think of yourself as the Lord’s prized possession. So, let’s get …
This weekend we celebrate Mother’s Day and I would like to take this opportunity to honor my late mother, Ruby Cunningham, who provided so much wisdom, knowledge, and love during the time she was with us. Her name described her well—the ruby is a lustrous, deep red stone that has acquired special and symbolic …
The purpose of writing my blog is to impart wisdom from past experiences to young women. It is my hope that by sharing some of my experiences, others will benefit and shorten their learning curve. It has taken several decades for me to realize the importance of consistently spending quality time with the Lord. I …
Curaçao, a Dutch Caribbean Island on the continent of South America, is known for its beaches tucked into coves and its expansive coral reefs rich with marine life. The capital, Willemstad, has pastel-colored colonial architecture, the floating Queen Emma Bridge, and the sand-floored, 17th-century Mikvé Israel-Emanuel Synagogue. It is also a gateway to western beaches …
There is nothing like the smell and feel of crisp white sheets paired with a comfortable warm duvet. The perfect atmosphere makes the sleep experience so pleasing. With hectic schedules and the stress of COVID-19, small pleasures like a lovely bed are a “must-have” on my list. At first glance, making the perfect bed seems like a …
Who does not love a beautiful pair of ballet flats? As we get out of the house this spring and summer to work, run errands, and have fun—let’s adorn our feet with carefree shoes. Surprisingly, our feet have more sweat glands than any other part of our body. When the temperature is hot outside, your feet sweat more to release moisture …
“…This day is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” Nehemiah 8:10 Today began with birds chirping, movement of the wind, the smell of fresh air, dew on the ground and the sun rising from the East. What a wonderful day it is to be alive …
Do You Need Eight Glasses of Water a Day? A study from Purdue University “revealed” what dietitians have known for decades. You get a lot of water from your food. A slice of white bread, for example, contains 1 3/4 teaspoons of water. Although there is water in your food, you cannot deny the benefits …