Slater Hayes Podcast

I was inspired to revise this piece for Black History Month.This piece is for OUR Ancestors-those who endured.For the dreamers who marched.For the families who held the line.For every generation that rose-and continues to rise.It is a reminder.A testimony.A DECLARATION!OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE!

2/2/26 • 04:33

They are running this race with the expectation that we will eventually grow weary-en masse. Their game plan is to continue to throw things at us with the expectation that we will all simply accept it as a way of life-adopt "the it is what is is" mentality and simply acquiesce to whatever they have in store for US.Think back to your childhood. Remember that ache or that sore to which we all paid close attention. Remember, it seems as if every 15 minutes, or so, we rubbed it or picked at it until we became accustomed to the pain."Desensitized"...alludes to just that . The guy at 1600 Pennsylvania and his loyal minions think that if they continue to create diversions -those things that we once thought unfathomable in America-then we will soon forget and go on about our business. Let's KEEP IT 100...that is what we have perpetually done on too many occasions to count.However, this time I feel that they are overplaying their hand and are setting themselves up for a MAJOR DISAPPOINTMENT.Let's continue to maintain our composure throughout the daily constitutional and civil rights violations, the protests, and the numerous other daily atrocities.NO!!! That does not mean SILENCE!! Let's all find some way that we can support those who do choose to man the lines in an effort to right this wayward ship.It is my prayer that these pieces helps to illuminate and helps us to keep the current situation at the forefront of our minds, so that we will not become desensitized.OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE!

2/1/26 • 02:29

There is a constant, persistent and eternal HOPE in which we can place our thoughts of the future, especially as things seem to devolve on a daily basis all-around us."Horizon's Glow"is my admonition to us all to not allow these daily CIRCUMSTANCES to dim our view as to how we should live our lives, project empathy, promote solidarity and remain steadfast in the KNOWING of HE who is able and willing to see US through these times which have become intentionally darkened.ALWAYS, even during these darkened times, seek to be someone else's source of earthly light.You just may just be the manifestation of the earthly hope that is needed during this point in time of their lives.OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE! 

1/25/26 • 02:05

In spite of all the unrelenting turmoil that surrounds us and that seems to have found its way into our everyday lives, we must continue to seek solace in the words with which I close this piece. You see I am convinced that even though I remain FULLY AWARE of what is occurring around me I also recognize that the LOVE of GOD will sustain us and that we must not allow life's daily happenings to force us into a place where we fail to acknowledge all the splendor that is available to us, daily.This piece..."The Beauty of Listening"was written and previously published during 2020.  Times were hectic then and it appears that the four-year period of respite was insufficient in ensuring that it did not befall us again. I was perplexed as to why I was led to publish this piece then and I WAS perplexed as to why I was led to revise it and publish it now. My answer, this piece is meant to serve as a reminder that we should NOT ALLOW external factors to force us into overlooking the WEALTH of GOODNESS that abides, in spite of life doing what it does-LIFING-even if a number of actions are being intentionally and nefariously orchestrated.I am secure in the knowledge that through HIM, the righteous shall not be forsaken, nor HIS seed begging bread.OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE!

1/18/26 • 03:03

I must admit, I struggled with what piece to post today. The day is a day filled with celebration throughout my family. You see, January 11th is the date of my mother's birth-97 years ago. As it would come to pass, I have several other relatives who were also born on this day. I decided to publish this piece..."Manifestations of a Dream"...because I am certain that my mom possessed dreams and extended prayers regarding those dreams for all of us-even those who were just a twinkle in the eye of their parents prior to her passing in 1999.I miss her. I pray that I have fulfilled, and will fulfill her dreams for me, and that I WIL NOT allow the spirit of fear to prevent any of them from coming to fruition. OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE!!

1/11/26 • 03:37

This has been a very turbulent beginning to the new year for my niece and her three children. They unfortunately lost their pet dog, Cocoa, and all their earthly belongings due to a house fire. I was planning to re-publish this piece in its new form prior to hearing of the tragedy, and her circumstance confirmed for me that it is indeed timely.I sent it to her. I know that she is able to discern its meaning and is grateful to GOD that she and her beautiful children were not home and avoided what could have been.I also know that she is tremendously thankful for the outpouring of love that she and her family have received during this time. She is a believer. So, I am confident that she knows that as she walks through this time of devastating loss, that she directs her focus and..."Look to the Hills"knowing that during this time, and always, that indeed that is from where her help truly comes.Thank you, Lord, for your hedge of protection and for touching the hearts of those who have exhibited their love through their prayers and acts of kindness.OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACEWell, I continue to be led to compose these pieces, and I have every intention of remaining obedient.I was inspired to write this piece due to the tremendous amount of angst that has been created by a federal government that was created to serve its people.ANGST THAT I WITNESSED FIRSTHAND, and which impacted a close family member."Look to the Hills"addresses the unconscious way we tend to reach out to those within our circle in hopes that they can assuage a situation or provide direction or clarity for circumstance that affects our lives.Oftentimes, the person to whom you reach out is left flummoxed by the circumstance, sometimes even more-so than the person who is seeking solace or a remedy. EVEN THOUGH they DESPERATELY desire to be a SOURCE of ENCOURAGEMENTIt is important that irrespective of the circumstance, we have someone within our circle of friends or family that can redirect us towards the ultimate problem solver/comforter-GOD.Yes, it is imperative that we have a personal relationship with GOD.However, we sometimes find ourselves in that space that we need to hear  what is already known to be the TRUTH from an outside voice.Who is accompanying you throughout your journey?OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!!!

1/4/26 • 02:39

We look towards the HOPE contained within another year -2026.All under GOD'S PROVIDENTIAL CARE. May this year be filled will each of your heart's desires.OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE!_________________________________________________________________________________________________I re-post this episode, yet again, because it is my sincere desire that despite life LIFING we maintain..."HOPE"______________________________________________________________________________________________At the outset of a new year, it is evidenced oftentimes through the multitude of resolutions that pour forth. We are filled with various aspirations to achieve this or that special milestone that has eluded us over the years. Oftentimes, those milestones resurface after we find ourselves reminiscing about those things that seemed to have never come to fruition or over that relationship that we allow to sour for unknown reasons.All those aspirations and memories are rooted in... "HOPE"that commodity that abounds if only we learn to give every desired achievement and every relationship over to HIM.I now find myself revisiting episodes that I oftentimes wondered from where and why they poured from from my being when they were written. I also pondered as to whether they were insignificant. I now find that each and everyone of the pieces that I previously shared are more relevant and even more significant at this juncture of my life, but more importantly, at this particular period of this country.I  am asking you to stay tuned and really ruminate and consider the message that   pours forth from this specific piece and that will certainly be illuminated through the pieces that I share in the future.OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!!!PEACE!!!

12/28/25 • 01:53

I DO NOT know about you'll, but my dreams are as vivid as the time I spend during what we consider as awake.I am aware that throughout the past five years I have broached the subject of dancing colors, hearing the sound of electricity running through the walls, and many other things that may be considered as weird.However, this episode..."Escapades"is my attempt to simply illuminate what I experience at a minimum of five times per week. No, it doesn't alarm me because it is now a familiar occurrence. The experience oftentimes becomes SO REAL that I have to literally convince myself that it is a dream.OR IS IT...???OUR SPIRIT...LIVES1PEACE!

12/21/25 • 03:00

Some episodes, if you are one who finds yourself reminiscing, rather than possessing the ability to hug and love on your mother, don't require a great deal of explanation. If you are one who still possesses that ability then consider yourself blessed.If you are a part of the latter group, I encourage you to take advantage of your situation and be certain to hug her real tight, or call her and enjoy that laughter that you only share with her. For it took words from my wife to express how my heart feels, starting as early as November, every year during this time of year.Christmas and MOMis a piece that my wife, through the longing for her mother contained within her words, inspired me to write.It is a piece, that if you are left to dwell on the sweet memories of your mother, requires no further written word. Because they never can express the full gravity of the emotion that one feels when one  is left solely to remember.OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE!

12/14/25 • 04:43

"Your Brain-Enslaver or Liberator"That special area that fills the void between your ears and that is protected by our skull is TRULY something special. Oftentimes, even when we seek to put our brain on pause or distract it by concentrating on something entirely different from the issue at hand-it mysteriously does what it pleases.Even hold you hostage to feelings of enslavement-by allowing feelings of ineptitude, and other thoughts of inadequacy to bombard it. Those feelings and others are oftentimes created within your brain as evidenced by thoughts that have no direct correlation to what has occurred nor is occurring within your life.Sadly, we oftentimes allow those feelings to abruptly end the thoughts and creative ideas that have "bounced around" in our brain and SHOULD be brought to fruition-if we did not allow our brain to be commandeered by fear. My experience tells me that fear of 'what if" often ENSLAVES US and is far more detrimental to our personal growth than anything that could possibly occur. Conversely, that compilation of nerves, blood vessels and other critically important components also serves as LIBERATOR. That part of us that is more than capable of creating and providing the incubator for the many ideas that are capable and may change the lives of so many during this journey.So, it's your choice even if you do not think it is. Are you going to allow your brain to enslave you or be a liberator to all the wondrous gifts that have been bestowed and are contained within you?OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE! 

11/2/25 • 02:34

The numbers-they were astounding.The show of solidarity amazing.The level of pushback of those not in agreement was present, but nowhere near as large as expected, nor as vociferous as feared.The NO KING'S DAY of protests were comprised of numbers that were unimaginable throughout the land-even in so-called red states. Those states whose citizens played a large part in securing a second term for their purported savior."Huddled Masses"is a piece that I was inspired to write to extol the demonstrators that gathered to express their displeasure in Montana, Wyoming, Nebraska and many other locations that the republican party writes off as "in the bag" during elections. Their level of frustration was on full display and served as an amazing exemplar of what becomes possible when the actions thought to affect only "those" others, surprisingly starts to hit closer to home.The loss of personal healthcare, the closure of clinics, the cut to SNAP benefits, and more importantly tariffs- has led people to take to the streets in civil peaceful protests against the current president, his administration, and its seemingly wanton disregard for the average citizen. Even those who were critical to the success of his campaignAs I indicated in past episodes-what we are now witnessing is the precursor of what's to come.However, we should not become despondent nor dismayed-FOR WE the true patriots of these states united will emerge victorious.  For the righteous have never been forsaken, nor their seed left begging for bread.Of this, I am personally certain!!OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE!

10/26/25 • 02:57

Irrespective of the statement that is conveyed or the policy  that "mainstream" society seeks to implement, one of the inevitable victims of their discourse and policies are our youth.The impact of the trauma to which our children are consistently subjected is undebatable and immeasurable."The Real"highlights the fear created by the potential for physical abuse. But more importantly, it scratches the surface of the emotional impact that is cast upon our children by those who they are oftentimes taught to respect and trust. We may not see the manifestations of this emotional trauma for years.However, if the past is indeed a barometer for our future- just as we experienced the societal behaviors of those born to the crack epidemic, we are now, in many ways, experiencing the maladjusted behaviors incubated within the isolation and trauma created by the pandemic. Only time will reveal the behaviors that are now incubating within the youth who have experienced and are witnessing the actions been demonstrated by federal ICE officers.It is important that we recognize that all the abhorrent things to which we oftentimes purposely subject our children will someday manifest and directly impact our children's lives and the lives of so many in the future. Think hard...Are those future actions something we truly desire, or do we simply DO NOT CARE?OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE!

10/12/25 • 02:10

I must admit, the inspiration for this piece came to me as I listened to a dynamic message being delivered on last Sunday.I know if you have attended church, even once, that you were left wondering if the preacher was speaking directly to you. I am convinced that the preacher, to whom I listened, was indeed speaking to me. He spoke to me by using the story of Nehemiah and how he exhorted the people of Jerusalem to pray, but also to gird themselves and HE, GOD, would do HIS work in and through them."Stay On the Wall"is a source of self-motivation and a source of encouragement to ALL to stay in this fight that we are now experiencing and utilize prayer but to also utilize the specific individual gifts that have been bestowed on each of US...So, as you exit your prayer closet, thank GOD, and then proceed to do HIS work, THE WORK, in the manner that he has gifted you. Remember, no gift is the same, but ALL can be used to the benefit of the KINGDOM.OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE!

10/5/25 • 03:31

The Bible in Proverbs 22:6, addresses what will happen if we "Train Up a Child"Unfortunately, there are those, many more than we care to fathom, who are training up their children to HATE and encouraging them through their actions to not afford those that don't resemble them the same courtesies as those that do.In fact, there are those who would rather afford animals more courtesy than other humans.Unfortunately, though well aware that this type of behavior is prevalent and is being exhibited at a more alarming rate, I experienced it first hand while out for my morning walk. There is a plague that is creeping throughout society and it is seeking to consume more and more at earlier ages. DO NOT SUCCUMB TO IT.DO NOT INDOCTRINATE NOR ALLOW YOUR CHILDREN to become INDOCTRINATED by persons or groups into the scourge of HATRED. MORE IMPORTANTLY, DO NOT INDOCTRINATE THEM YOURSELVES!!OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE!*** As a source of encouragement, and a challenge-I complete 4-7.5 miles walking, DAILY. Find your niche as it relates to physical activity, and GET 'ER DONE***

9/28/25 • 03:18

We have STOOD against aggression and oppression again and again. It may seem that there are those among US who do not understand the history of our struggle, nor the depths of our fortitude.However, even if the spirit of solidarity appears disjointed at this time...make no mistake WE WIN! So, conjure up all the nefarious plots that you can=GET YOUR ROCKS COMPLETELY OFF!!For the plot line to this extended dramatic episode SHALL reach an abrupt end, and all those who participated in carrying out its plotline will seek to scurry into their former places of hiding-in fear that all those twisted things that they sought to cast upon the marginalized and the disproportionately affected will be meted out against them.Maybe, acts of ..."Unbridled Hatred"will then be carried out against them...MAYBE IT WILL, MAYBE IT WON"T.Now, just think, the mere thought of that is the way millions are left to exist, daily. SHAME...SHAME...SHAME!!!OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE!_________________________________________________________________________________________________As many of you may deduce, the piece to which you just listened was inspired by all the scurrilous actions being perpetrated against our children within the public schools of this nation by a system that portends to care about the education of its youth.The litany of policies that have been imposed deeply contrast any assertion that the education of our public school youth is high on the list of priorities.There is only one thing that is demonstrated by the new polices implemented by this administration, via its Department of Education."Unbridled Hatred"...this piece not only speaks to those policies but what is intended by them. This administration seeks to wreak havoc, and cause dependency, at an early age, within our youth, so that they will he unprepared to meet the challenges of the future.The person or persons who is responsible for these new policies is  diabolical and  truly possesses a level of EVIL that I cannot adequately capture in words.I have but one admonition to those that read this and listen. Pass it on because EVIL now not only seeks to impact the lives of adults-they are now seeking to negatively impact our precious children by robbing them of the very thing that will propel them to success throughout their respective journey's-an education.REMEMBER THIS THOUGH...OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE!

9/21/25 • 03:06

I was privileged to participate in a lunch with a few high school friends several weeks ago. It was also an honor to have one of the parents of my friends in attendance. I hesitate to use any names because I have not received permission to use his name at the time of writing this.If the intent of the OUR SPIRIT...LIVES campaign could be bottled-what I experienced during our brief encounter is the EXACT PREMISE of what would be captured.I learned so much in such a little time. I learned that the gentleman with whom I was engaged in conversation attended the same high school as my uncle, JW, and that he knew several of my other uncles and relatives. More importantly, I obtained valuable wisdom of what was occurring in my hometown of Jackson, Mississippi during the Civil Rights Movement.It would be impossible to convey the level and the value of what was conveyed to me in such a small space.However, I can convey this..."It Tolls for Thee" is demonstrative of what was conveyed. My conversation and the tenor of this piece is exactly what is needed to address the RACIST diatribe that ws spewed by Senator Eric Schmitt(R) of Missouri.No, this piece WAS NOT written in response to his hateful utterances. In fact, I was inspired to write it before having any knowledge of what he conveyed. However, make NO MISTAKE-there are NO COINCIDENCES with the HOLY SPIRIT. My conversation with one of my esteemed elders and the inspiration to write this piece totally align with what is supremely necessary within our community. Discourse with our elders, the conveyance of OUR HISTORY, and more importantly, a sensitive ear to hear, listen, and follow the unction inspired by the Spirit are not only valued but imperative at this specific juncture in time.From what I learned...those who seek to turn back the hands of time should be very careful that they are not poking a bear that is totally unreceptive to revisiting and or experiencing times previously cast upon them. Additionally, those of US who know and seek to further learn of our history are neither receptive nor willing to suffer the experiences of our ancestors.So while seeking to ring that bell of hatred and incite the like-minded, make sure you are HIGHLY CONFIDENT for whom it truly tolls.OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE!!

9/7/25 • 03:33

Yea, we are all to blame. All of my people that is. Even those who were sure to convey the messages of our past to our youth.Why did you not ensure that that message was conveyed to little Francine, that baby from up the street who you knew was not being educated.If you listened to this piece, then you know I laid a great deal of the neglect at the feet of my generation."Equal Portion" is my acceptance of what we did. However, it is not an acceptance that there should not be an attempt to make amends. Yes, I am aware that those who should have benefitted from our teachings are now grown. However, there is always the generations that are thirsting for the knowledge that we possess.Ask yourselves...what am I NOW DOING to rectify my shortcomings of the past? OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE!

8/31/25 • 03:03

Just as it was thought that we had turned the corner and left many things that were thought never to be experienced again, that thing called time seems intent on boomeranging. There are many who are determined to not see time repeat itself. Just as that voice that is carried across cavernous spaces and is returned "Within the Echoes"so are the actions now being experienced reminiscent to the heinous actions that once terrorized many among us. Those who were perhaps babes are now hearing the echoes that are vaguely familiar. However, this time, they are afforded the opportunity to respond in a manner not quite similar to the responses of their ancestors and their younger selves. I have heard in no uncertain terms that there will be no return to the nefarious actions of the past. I have heard that "we are not our ancestors."It seems that those echoes-those reverberating within the ears of those who identify them as being eerily familiar, have hardened the hearts and the responses of those who now positively identify them as being more than familiar, but now identify them as the pleading wails of themselves and mom and pops.THEY HAVE DETERMINED that things will indeed be different this time.I PRAY that those who possess a desire for the past quickly realize that this is 2025, and that people refuse to be victimized, yet again!!OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE!!

8/24/25 • 02:50

Approximately 75 million Americans were fully aware of the person for whom they cast their ballot on November 5, 2024. And now WE are reaping the fruit of that fateful decision. They knew! Millions of others who opposed that person tried desperately to sway opinions prior to the election, obviously to no avail. The results of the decision made on that ominous day are now reverberating throughout the world. It serves as the perfect exemplar as to what to expect..."Bad Seed, Bad Harvest"...when one plants bad seed, one should expect a bad harvest. Seeds of hatred were planted hundreds of years ago and has been nurtured faithfully ever since.Unfortunately, for many what they are now reaping from those sown seeds are not what was desired.  Many of his supporters are now running around literally pulling their hair out because of the executive actions that are now being implemented that are also deleteriously affecting their lives. It seems that when many of his supporters cast their ballots, they envisioned that all of the awful things that he was proposing were intended for others. There was an attitude of certainty that exuded from so many- surely, he would not harm his supporters in any way. Let's face it. Many cast their ballots for that guy for one sole reason...Hatred for persons of color.I can now unequivocally state that they are now finding out that his consideration for them, his supporters, carries no sway with this guy who has been possessed with a narcissistic evil that is unparalleled in modern times.Take note when making your choice for the mid-terms...please stop harvesting from within the area as you did to unearth this current guy-for there are many eagerly awaiting their opportunity to continue, or even worsen, what is now being experienced.OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE!

8/17/25 • 03:26

"Oil Slick"something we are thought to unintentionally cause and that devastates far beyond what is within view of the naked eye;  A thing for which the person responsible is reluctant to assume any responsibility.That is my definition of  that term. However, I believe it fully describes those who are now more than upset that they cast themselves into this despicable mire in which WE ALL find ourselves.Understand, those that entered the polls on that fateful day, November 4, 2024, were fully aware of what they were doing . They were also fully aware of the policies and many of the executive orders that were set to be implemented if their chosen candidate won the election.There was one thing pf which they were also certain. NONE of the abominable actions that we are now seeing would affect them, their families, friends, or associates.However, there were a GREAT number that were aware. My wife, Marjorie referred to them several years ago as those whose "racism outweighs their sensibilities". I think that is a great way to reference them. Those people who DON'T CARE as long as they can perceive themselves as being in a higher position than the "nigger"We now find ourselves, as does MANY of THEM, now caught in a quagmire that is pulling us deeper into an abyss that, if left unchecked, will destroy the lives of millions.Some are already experiencing untold setbacks that are negatively affecting their lives.I am not a perpetuator of doom. However, it is well past time that we start shining the bright light on all who are aiding in any of us being cast into that thing which, if left unabated, is going to require MORE DAWN than we can ever produce.OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE!

8/10/25 • 03:53

I was led to write this piece approximately 3 weeks ago. I did not even give it a title because I was not inspired to attach one to it. And then...I sat in on a community meeting this past Tuesday, July 15th. What I witnessed was truly astounding and as I was preparing an episode for tomorrow-it dawned on me that the untitled piece from several weeks ago was ideal for what I witnessed."The Heart Don't Lie"lays out what happens when persons are only concerned with their selfish desires. Supposed friendships are easily cast aside and the needs of others are quickly discounted. As I stated-I witnessed it with my 2 eyes and heard them with my own big ears.Neighbors were so intent to express their dismay and divulge what was in their hearts that those who feared and allegedly despise any form of censorship lined up in droves to express their supposed individual thoughts. It was more than apparent that there was collusion at work. Their prepared dissertations ventured into comments about confederate monuments, the renaming of military bases and a number of other things that strayed from the issue at hand. Their banter became increasingly disturbing because it seemed to be directed towards the Black attendees-none of whom were instrumental in bringing the issue to the Homeowners Association (HOA). However, a number of the Black residents were in support of the petition because of the incessant playing of specific political programming at the clubhouse and the fear that several verbal altercations were the precursor to actual physical assaults.I know that alleged friendships have ended due to the rhetoric that was dispensed. However, I remain hopeful that there will be a softening of hearts and that the words of the 2nd highest commandment prevail...LOVE THY NEIGHBOR!  OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE!

7/27/25 • 03:36

JULY 13, 2025"FEARS of SLIPPAGE II--I oftentimes find myself referring to a number of my previously published pieces. It seems that when I do, I find myself sometimes shocked at the relevance they possess now, moreso than when they were previously published. One thing has not changed ...the persons that continue to bombard us with the myriad problems that are casting us further into the abyss have remained the same. That barn door that I referenced as being opened is now completely and essentially totally removed from its hinges. Everything in the corresponding description that was written for "Fears of Slippage" continue to exist with this one exception-things have become MARKEDLY WORSE.DON'T STOP READING THOUGH! Continue to adhere to the admonitions that I previously presented and we will find ourselves in the positions for which we were created.OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!PEACE!--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Their opposition has become even more prevalent since they opened the barn door and welcomed the personality and mindset of their current leader into office at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue."The Fears of Slippage" identifies the various movements that White Men have been the common obstacle/denominator to those movements being legislated, implemented and attaining their desired goals.We now are being bombarded by a torrent of executive orders that seek to return Blacks, Persons of Color, LGBTQ+, Women, the Disabled and the entire populace of the marginalized and disproportionately affected to that time that preceded all acts of legislation that sought to level the playing field for the aforementioned.Why, I ask, do you think that many in Congress are vociferously cheering on the actions of a would-be dictator? The simple answer, they are white men who possess the same desires.We must recognize and stand on the fact that we have been challenged before and demonstrate the resilience of our ancestors. We must also learn to exercise the spirit of cooperation and collaboration among each of the groups listed in order to overcome what we are now facing.In short, we must coalesce and seek to impact the one thing that has driven the white man's actions throughout the annals of time...MONEY!!!Let's get busy doing just that!!!OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!!!PEACE!!!

7/13/25 • 02:26

"...and yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I shall fear no evil for thou art with me..."The above, one of the most quoted and remembered scriptural passages is surely being recited at this specific moment in time-be it audibly or within the hearts of man.'Fear Not"the WORD let's us know that we will indeed endure trouble and troubling times. I certainly believe that we are in the very midst of a storm at this present time.I firmly believe that GOD will get the glory from each and everything that is occurring, and from the evil intent of the legislation that was signed into law this past week. Many of those who cast a yea vote are already expressing angst that the bill which they signed may have too much of a negative effect on too many. Honestly, none of what is occurring comes as a surprise to me. Additionally, none of what is going to occur will be a surprise either.I have an admonition for all. Be prepared! Not simply for those things that will occur that will create angst. Be prepared for the tremendous onslaught of those extending outstretched hands in a spirit of SOLIDARITY. Many who have never considered the plight of their neighbors will find themselves extending themselves in order to serve their neighbors and create a spirit of camaraderie that was never intended. It will truly be a time to rejoice. DO NOT allow what has occurred in the long ago past and recently, from preventing you from seeing/experiencing the wondrous events that are to come.FEAR NOT!!OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!!!PEACE!!!

7/6/25 • 02:43

...and it yet persists.WHY, you ask?Because there are those among us who relish the idea of maintaining privilege and are always joyful in denying others access to what they have.OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!!!PEACE!!!___________________________________________________________________________________________________Some may find joy that this place called the UNITED STATES of AMERICA is experiencing, to put it mildly, a rough patch.Some may laugh at those who consider this a rough patch and will extol many of those things that they deem as long ovverdue."Rapid Decline"was inspired during the waning stages of the first administration of the person now occupying 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. The manner in which he spoke of minorities, women, the marginalized, the disproportionately affected, and other countries was oftentimes the conversation of residents from various countries as we travelled. I oftentimes wondered if they REALLY KNEW the extent of the vitriol that Americans were experiencing.I say this  all to highlight that this country has lost its luster throughout the world. The current administration within its first week has quickly worked to further dull the glow from this place that was the envy of countries worldwide.Sure, many will continue to kowtow simply to ensure the economic benefits extended by ....OOPS, TOO LATE...ALL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE HAS BEEN SUSPENDED FOR NINETY DAYS!!!LET the GROVELLING and the ILLEGAL BENEFITS BEGIN!!!OUR SPURIT...LIVESPEACE!!!

6/29/25 • 01:50

I republish this piece because it is now EVEN MORE ABUNDANTLY CLEAR that we are in DIRE NEED of ..."The Power of Oneness"It is abundantly clear that the decision to bomb Iran was executed with three-fold purpose. The first rationale being to prove himself strong to the world and his cronies Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping by demonstrating our military might. The second is to salve his ego by conveying his bravado through the use of military force in Iran-an area that has been deemed as "hands off" by his predecessors. The third is the tried-and-true use of military force, that puts us perilously close to initiating a wider conflagration in the middle east, in hopes of provoking the American public to that place of solidarity and to stand with him, as we have with others in his position, in a spirit of patriotism. He is aware that there will be those who are full-throated in their opposition to his actions, but he is firm in his belief that patriotism will rule the day. I am in AGREEMENT.  Patriotism should rule the day. We should demonstrate it by standing firm in our opposition to this Wanna-Be dictator who seeks to expand his authoritarian rule throughout the world.When is anyone within Congress going to find the fortitude and stand against these wanton acts that clearly violate that document that many among them once seemed to hold in such esteem-The United States Constitution?I ask that question. However, please do not hold your breath.IT IS UP TO US!! OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!!!PEACE!!!There are those among us who possess an intense desire for a king. Clearly, they are unfamiliar with the plight of the Israelites that made their intense desires known in 1 Samuel 8.Well, I am familiar with that particular scripture, and I am also familiar with the results of their wishes. What we are now witnessing here in these states united is a movement, A movement that will ultimately result in the exact opposite of the desires of an administration that is hell-bent on creating division and exacting retribution against those viewed as enemies."The Power of Oneness"is a testament and a prelude to what will eventually evolve into a groundswell that will prove to sycophants and spineless politicians, that are set on dismantling this democratic republic and turn it into a dictatorship, that the spirit of solidarity that they are promulgating throughout this land will not be held in abeyance. It is reprehensible that so many among us have adopted the mindset of an autocratic 'wannabe" whose entire existence is steeped in hatred.I KNOW what I have envisioned, and it is in total contradiction to those desires.Standby, there is might in unity. POWER IN SOLIDARITY!! OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!!!PEACE!!!

6/22/25 • 03:28

Water cannons in LA. Eerily reminiscent of the hoses and dogs loosed upon those protesting for Civil Rights in Birmingham.Make no mistake. there is an obvious attempt to create a circumstance that will dictate evoking Posse Comitatus, so that its subsequent usage will not be questioned throughout the nation. The mere thought of American Military troops being used to suppress lawful protests-and make no mistake that if they are used in the current situation-they will be used again, should send chills down the spine of EVERY American, irrespective of one's ethnicity.Additionally, if the current circumstances do not move those who are affected to willingly stand in solidarity with their neighbors, then this democratic republic will find itself moving precariously closer to the brink of total collapse.Make the correlation between what is occurring now and what we have endured."When Wondering What to Tell Them" TELL THEM...OUR SPIRIT...LIVESPEACE!!__________________________________________________________________________________________________ADMONISHING ALL-ONCE AGAIN...TELL THEM!!!__________________________________________________________________________________________________Re-posting this piece from last week. Prayerfully, we all will use this as an impetus and a starting point for the beginning of much needed conversation.HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!!I am one of those who no longer possesses the capacity of reaching for the phone and hearing my beautiful mother's voice on the other end. She now rests in the arms of the Lord.  However, there are those of you who still can cherish those precious moments. PLEASE CHERISH THEM.On this day, just as I stated during my intro, I usually share a piece to celebrate my mom that is entitled "Not By My Might". For those who look forward to it, especially my family, it can still be found on my website.Instead, on this day, I chose to share a piece entitled"When Wondering What to Tell Them" essentially addresses the subject matter that was shared with us regarding our culture and heritage through the stories and teachings that were conveyed by our moms, pops, grandparents, and others who played an integral part in our upbringing. Sadly, my generation dropped the baton  as it relates to conveying those stories to our children and the youth with whom we interacted during their formative years.My mom would be extremely excited that I am seeking to illuminate our failures by calling upon ALL who will listen to not allow another generation to be uneducated to the rich history of our culture and the struggles that we had to endure. Oftentimes at the hands of those who intentionally sought to inflict as much pain and hardship upon us that they could.We cannot become victims of the "IT IS WHAT IT IS" attitudes that are becoming more and more prevalent within our communities.WE ARE NOT QUITTERS and we SHALL NOT willingly acquiesce to a culture that seeks to erase our tremendous achievements.WE CAN PREVENT the further erosion of our history by actively seeking to educate as many, children, youths, young adults- anyone who is willing to listen to those things concerning our true and rich history.This is my way of attempting to do my part! WE MUST call upon the spirits that have been imbued unto us through our ancestors and walk in the everlasting knowledge that ...OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!!!PEACE!!!

6/8/25 • 04:48

The methods by which mainstream seeks to negatively affect our very existence is ever evolving. This piece, previously published, calls out the various methods and is a prelude to subsequent episodes that will illuminate the evolution of the method(s) that are affecting US and those who find themselves outside...looking in."A Chosen Vicious Cycle" was originally published on 04-25-2021.I republish it today in memory of Brianna Marie Grier. A victim of this continuing cycle. Imagine...she slid to her death from the back seat of a moving police cruiser.Frederick Douglas in his historic speech, "What the Black Man Wants" delivered before the Massachusetts Anti-Slavery Society, just days before the end of the Civil War, recognized that the Black man is faced with many obstacles.Though his words during that speech are primarily associated with "suffrage"-they can be utilized to address the myriad obstacles with which we are subjected during OUR experience.Chief among those obstacles is the prevalence of a " malignancy of hatred' that is being projected upon us by generation after generation of whites.We, as a people, must recognize that silence regarding those things, and actions that rob us of our inherent rights, must be addressed at the time of their occurrence. Too often we assume that someone else will address the issue and it is allowed  to fester and evolve into something that far exceeds its' life expectancy.Ruminate on the following..." No class of man can, without insulting their own nature, be content with any deprivation of their rights". (F. Douglas-"What the Black Man Wants", 1865)OUR SPIRIT LIVES!!!PEACE

5/4/25 • 03:20

"Holding On"...hopefully not going through life and failing to realize that CHRIST is where we should place all our faith and from whom we should seek to be FILLED!!OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!!!PEACE!!!

4/27/25 • 01:47

What better day to diiscuss the scourge that has affcted this land?Easter Sunday.A day when alleged christians throughout the world acknowledge the RISEN CHRIST and allegedly celebrate and demonstrate an appreciation for the sacrifice that was made for the world on the cross.An unselfish act that was filled with forgiveness for us through the shedding of blood and the washing away of our sins through that blood.It seems that many among us who profess a desire to live a life that represents Christ somehow managed to keep one particular component free from the wondrous working power of the blood."In Perpetuity"addresses that unwashed component.There are those who manage to harbor this component and are intent on recruiting acolytes, wherever they may be, and riling them up to the point that they become hell-bent on demonstrating what was seemingly safely tucked away from the public. However, this particular component has demonstrated that when given space, opportunity and the seemingly inherent desires of far too many, that it can thrive, prosper, and continue to grow. I am certain that there are those among us that indeed continue to harbor this component. It is my prayer that that they will somehow manage to avail it to the STILL miracle working powers of the blood so that it can be washed away and free them from it. HAPPY EASTER....and let us all truly make an honest attempt to be TRUE EXEMPLARS of what it means to be a CHRISTIAN.OUR SPIRIT...LIVESPEACE!!!

4/20/25 • 02:06

"Never Defeated"is another testament to the resilience of my people. More importantly, it highlights what everyone, especially those declared as lesser than, by those who are seemingly hell-bent on returning US, and all deemed as unworthy, to that place where they are salivating to ensure we return ...beneath their feet.There are those who never considered that they would be experiencing some of the anguish that they are now experiencing. Apparently a number of persons thought that all the nefarious things that were being envisioned were only to be utilized against persons of color.Some may have grown tired of me harping on the issues with which WE are now confronted. My admonition to you is to "GET OVER IT" because I will continue to use my voice and every other thing with which GOD has put at my disposal to continue to call out the wrongs perpetrated against us and those deemed as  lesser-than. YES, that includes all ethnicities.We have to begin to stress the importance of SOLIDARITY at this specific juncture. From this point forward, please know that when I close out with...OUR SPIRIT... LIVES...PEACE, it is a battle cry for all who now find themselves having to rely on the resilience and intestinal fortitude of those who came before them. Certainly, I am aware that this system was designed  to impede our progress and success.However, that is why we are in an ideal space to help shape the future  for our descendants. More importantly, we are now in a space of familiarity. A place that OTHERS are certain to require assistance in navigating all that is being intentionally set before them.REMEMBER, we have been here...OUR SPIRIT...LIVES!!!PEACE!!!

4/13/25 • 01:59