6 years ago
The Arts: Beloved
By Toni Morrison
“When warm weather came, Baby Suggs, holy, followed by every black man, woman, and child who could make it through, took her great heart to the Clearing–a …
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6 years ago
In the News: Producer, Director Lee Daniels Encourages Democratic Campaign Volunteers
“He spoke to a modest crowd, at the Democratic headquarters, made up mostly of volunteers who have been knocking on doors and making phone calls.
Daniels’ grandmother, Grace H. Daniels, …
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6 years ago
In The News: Simone Biles Soars, Lifting Another Country With Her
In 2003, “Simone, then 6, and her younger sister Adria, then 4, were adopted by their maternal grandfather, Ron Biles, and his second wife, Nellie Cayetano Biles, who is from …
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6 years ago
In The News: Olympic Gymnast Simone Biles’ Lessons from Mom
“She encourages me and never lets me feel down about something for too long,” Simone Biles said in an email. “If I’ve had a bad day in the gym or …
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6 years ago
Grateful Grandmothers Give Thanks for Seconds
After our first plate of food from the Thanksgiving Dinner table, we take second portions from the dishes we enjoyed. We intend to build on the satisfaction of the first round. Just so, grandchildren (our second serving of parenting opportunities) offer us the chance to build on the joy of our first experience. The second time around, with less anxieties and more wisdom, we anticipate deeper fulfillment in our bonus attempt to love and be loved. We are hopeful and grateful! Read More
