Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Thursday, January 17, 2013
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Friday, December 28, 2012
KWANZAA
Go tell it on the Mountain-Bob Marley and the Wailers
Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa is a unique African American celebration with focus on the traditional African values of family, community responsibility, commerce, and self-improvement. Kwanzaa is neither political nor religious and despite some misconceptions, is not a substitute for Christmas. It is simply a time of reaffirming African-American people, their ancestors and culture. Kwanzaa, which means "first fruits of the harvest" in the African language Kiswahili, has gained tremendous acceptance. Since its founding in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa has come to be observed by more than 18 million people worldwide, as reported by the New York Times.
Kwanzaa is based on the Nguzo Saba (seven guiding principles), one for each day of the observance, and is celebrated from December 26th to January 1st.
The seven principles of Kwanzaa are:
- Umoja (Unity)
- Kujichagulia (Self-Determination)
- Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility)
- Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics)
- Nia (Purpose)
- Kuumba (Creativity)
- Imani (Faith)
Dancers from Wesley Praise Dancers celebrate the second day of Kwanzaa, Kujichagulia, representing self-determination. (Baltimore Sun photo by Chiaki Kawajiri / December 27, 2008)
Members of the Imani Edu-Tainers African Dance Company perform at a Kwanzaa celebration in the Capitol East Wing Rotunda, Harrisburg,Pa. 12-29-08
Joyous Celebration - I Love The Lord (Live In Cape Town)
Sunday, December 23, 2012
Friday, December 7, 2012
Friday, November 16, 2012
Why is it that the Repuglicans are reacting so horribly because of the loss of the presidency which they felt that had nailed to the proverbial floor. What advice do you have for them?
Last but not least, what the heck were people thinking to return the Repugs back to the House seats when we will be only open to balking, thwarting, reneging, recalcitrance and rancor. That is the characteristic of the present-day Repugnican Party.
What we must be thinking about doing is whatever needs to be done to get these goons out of there in the next mid-term election and put people in who will help the President reach his true potential and anticipated goals. We must start now to work to bring about the realistic CHANGE that we have been looking and longing for. And so shall it be if we BEGIN THE WORK NOW|!
Monday, November 5, 2012
Lys Agnes, 27 ~ America's Got Talent 2011, Minneapolis Auditions
Need something to simply while away the time while we are waiting on Pre-Election Day. Enjoy!
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