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  • Inspiration,  Poetry

    Spoken Word: Prince Charming by DearKarlyn

    March 3, 2014 /

    Recently I have felt led to post a series of videos to inspire my nieces and the other young ladies in my life. This is one I found by the spoken word artist DearKarlyn.

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    Black Butterfly – Spread Your Wings and Fly!

    April 23, 2014

    Taking a trip in the Wayback Machine

    April 24, 2014

    Spending Time In Your Presence

    April 25, 2014
  • Latest News,  Poetry

    Who Is Buzzing Around Your Dreams? (Poem)

    April 29, 2013 /

    The other day during my walking workout; I had an encounter with nature. This experience inspired me to write the following poem “Who Is Buzzing Around Your Dreams?”. Truth be told, I had thought I saw an eagle soaring in the sky above me, when actually it was a Turkey Buzzard / Turkey Vulture. I discovered its true identity during my return lap and under closer inspection… I looked down and saw a family of them and a Black Vulture resting underneath a tree. ## Who Is Buzzing Around Your Dreams Be careful of the company that you keep when you are birthing dreams.  Make sure you are soaring with the eagles…

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    Reconnecting with the Family for the Holidays and Beyond

    December 28, 2013
    PRAY First. Proceed with God.

    STOP! PRAY First. Proceed With God. @LelaJefferson

    June 3, 2013

    Chapter One | A Tale of Two Sisters | Day Four

    August 5, 2009
  • Latest News,  Poetry,  Relationships

    “Dangerously In Love” By Jackie Hill (@jackieehill)

    April 12, 2013 /

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    Why I have a Personal Attitude Adjustment Plan

    July 11, 2013

    Reconnecting with the Family for the Holidays and Beyond

    December 28, 2013
    PRAY First. Proceed with God.

    Employing Angelic Protection

    August 8, 2012
  • Latest News,  Poetry,  Thoughts

    P4CM Presents COUNTERFEIT GODS by Featured RHETORIC Poet Jefferson Bethke @JeffersonBethke

    April 12, 2013 /

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    Blackberry and Raspberry Bread

    Blackberry and Raspberry Bread (Dessert Recipe)

    October 10, 2013

    I Must Respectfully Disagree

    April 10, 2014

    It’s Your Time by Joel Osteen (In Progress Book Review)

    August 9, 2013
  • Bible Study,  Features,  Latest News

    Growing Up vs. Older

    March 4, 2012 /

    HOW FAIR you are, my love [he said], how very fair! Your eyes behind your veil [remind me] of those of a dove; your hair [makes me think of the black, wavy fleece] of a flock of [the Arabian] goats which one sees trailing down Mount Gilead [beyond the Jordan on the frontiers of the desert]. Song of Solomon 4:1 Amplified I found my first gray hairs the other day.  Actually my roommate found them as I was preparing to do some routine curl maintenance.  Recently I began wearing my hair out.  No color, extensions, braids or weaves or even wigs; just me all natural.  The idea of wearing my hair in…

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    Spending Time In Your Presence

    April 25, 2014

    Chapter Two | Lord Don’t You Care? | Day Nine

    August 25, 2009

    Chapter One | A Tale of Two Sisters | Day Six

    August 11, 2009
  • Latest News,  Poetry

    Not Mama

    August 10, 2011 /

    Her hips sway …like Mama’s Her smile shines bright, There is even a twinkle in her eye… like Mama’s You take a look longer than a glance Just like you do with Mama Did I just hear a word you told me was not ok to say…? Starts with D…and ends with anyway… I try with my innocent mind to figure out why Your head twists each time a grown lady Not Mama walks by Did the hinge that holds your neck in place somehow loose a screw? Or is this what all men do? You are the model of what the man I will one day give my heart…

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    Mixed Fruit, Granola and Vanilla Almond Milk Smoothie Recipe

    June 15, 2013

    Chapter One | A Tale of Two Sisters | Day Seven

    August 14, 2009

    This may seem random… You were on my heart.

    June 5, 2014
  • Latest News,  Poetry

    Pink Bedroom Slippers

    September 7, 2010 /

    In the wee hours of the morning traveling Looking for sanctuary a place to refresh In a terminal haunted with spirits and souls Trapped in limbo between life and death Her name is unknown No face All that shows are her pink bedroom slippers Her body hidden Encased in silver of her throne This place she calls home

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    Why I have a Personal Attitude Adjustment Plan

    July 11, 2013

    My First How-To Book

    January 17, 2013
    My God is Faithful! - Prayer of Thanksgiving

    My God is Faithful! – Prayer of Thanksgiving

    July 26, 2014
  • Latest News,  Poetry

    Late Harvest Wine

    May 9, 2010 /

    Sweet nectar Touches my lips My tongue dances with joy Its value increases as it ages Its process involves special care Late harvest wine Is like this love we share (c) 2010 Lela Jefferson – http://www.poetryofablackgirl.com

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    My 2013 Year-end Book Reading Schedule

    December 10, 2013

    Chapter Two | Lord Don’t You Care? | Day Nine

    August 25, 2009

    Spending Time In Your Presence

    April 25, 2014
  • Latest News,  Poetry

    The Mist

    May 8, 2010 /

    The breeze is cool on my neck The water is clear as it falls In a pool below my feet Like a knight with broad shoulders Dark skinned eyes that gleam Through the mist he appears To take my hand and guide me The warmth from his hand Hits me like waves that cause me to shiver I take a moment to quiet my thoughts Keeping them holy My heart always misses a beat when he is near Through the mist we escape, lost in time and space. (c) 2010 Lela Jefferson – http://www.poetryofablackgirl.com

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    Chapter Two | Lord Don’t You Care? | Day Eight

    August 18, 2009

    The Power of Who: You Already Know Everyone You Need to Know (Book Review)

    February 2, 2013

    Black Butterfly – Spread Your Wings and Fly!

    April 23, 2014
  • Latest News,  Poetry,  Relationships

    He Gives Me Reason to Want to Exhale

    March 27, 2010 /

    He gives me reason to want to exhale My heart goes a flutter when he is near Just at the sound of his voice… Mere words cannot describe how he makes me feel No touch is necessary when it’s real (c) 2010 Lela Jefferson – http://www.poetryofablackgirl.com

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    My 2013 Year-end Book Reading Schedule

    December 10, 2013

    Reconnecting with the Family for the Holidays and Beyond

    December 28, 2013
    Turkey Kale with a Splash of Raspberry

    Turkey Kale with a Splash of Raspberry (Vegetable Side Dish Recipe)

    August 7, 2013
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