by Deborah Brown
Here we go again, another stereotype. The latest: angry black woman. Of course, it was directed at Michelle Obama, which doesn’t surprise me. However, as a black woman, I find it rather appalling when the First Lady of the United States of America has to appear on national television to defend herself against a misconceived notion that she’s an angry black woman. Read the rest of this entry »
by Deborah Brown
There’s so much talk nowadays about the need for the rich to pay more or their fair share, and rightfully so. I’m not rich and I don’t have a problem with rich folks. After all, most of us aspire to be rich and famous. However, I do have a problem with the rich getting richer at the expense of the poor and middle class.
Forget trickle down economics, today, we have what I call reverse Robin Hood. Take from the poor and give to the rich. Just think about it, if the rich had been paying their fair share so that everyone could prosper, then there wouldn’t have been a need for Robin Hood. Although many corporations are reporting record profits, they’re failing to hire the unemployed. Furthermore, not only is corporate greed at an all time high, but it’s influencing every aspect of American lives, including the political atmosphere. Read the rest of this entry »
by Deborah Brown
I must admit, politics has never been my cup of tea. However, since the election of President Obama, my attitude has changed. I’ve become a little more mindful of the political arena. Mostly, because I wanted to see how folks in this country would react to the first African American President. And what I’ve observed over the past two and a half years, which I find rather disturbing, is the lack of respect shown toward President Obama. Some folks may disagree, but I can’t recall ever seeing a President of the United States so disrespected.Today, you’ve folks from all fronts disrespecting President Obama on national television. What kind of message are we sending to our children and folks watching around the world? What happened to showing honor and having consideration? What happened to good old-fashion respect? Read the rest of this entry »
by Deborah Brown
Over the past three decades, obesity rates in America have doubled for adults and tripled for children, according to the Center of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Several studies indicate that obesity leads to a multitude of heath problems: heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, cancer, and diabetes to name a few. All which leads to poor physical health, lower quality of life, and shorter life spans. If we don’t sound the alarm and act, we’re going to have a generation of unhealthy adults.
To me, children today are less active. Back when I was growing up, you couldn’t lie or sit around the house all day. If you weren’t sick, you were outside playing. And you played until sundown. Nowadays it’s a different ballgame. Between the video games, the computer games, the internet, and the television, children don’t have to go outside and play anymore. They now have instant entertainment at the click of a button. No physical activity required. Read the rest of this entry »
Deborah Brown
As we draw near to Father’s Day, I’m grateful my Dad is still with us. Now that I’m older and have a family, I often reflect on my childhood and how difficult life was for my parents raising 10 children. I think about the numerous sacrifices they made every day so we wouldn’t have to go without. Even more remarkable is the fact that our Dad was the only breadwinner. My Dad didn’t abandon us or his responsibilities like so many fathers do when times are tough. Because of this, I salute my Dad for being a real father. Read the rest of this entry »
by Deborah Brown
Did you know there’s no such thing as a Bad Day? Seriously, there’s no such thing as a Bad Day. I know many of you disagree, but bear with me for a moment. First, let’s take a look at the days in a week: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. I don’t see a day named Bad Day, do you? Read the rest of this entry »
by Deborah Brown
It’s no secret that a woman never reveals her age. But I’m going to make an exception and disclose my age. I’m fifty-five. Why does this matter? It matters since I delayed having a simple test for five years. What test is that? A screening colonoscopy. Why did I delay? I was too busy. I didn’t have the time. I didn’t want to go through the preparation process. Any excuse would do. However, because of my loving husband’s persistence I scheduled an appointment. Read the rest of this entry »
by Deborah Brown
Have you notice when there’s a full moon folks start to act weird? I don’t mean that werewolf stuff. They say and do some of the strangest things, and they drive more erratically. Try driving on the road after or during the onset of a full moon. Folks are more likely to cut in front of you, weave in and out without signaling, give you the finger, and run red lights. Read the rest of this entry »
by Deborah Brown
During black history month so much of our attention is focus on past events, laws, heroes, and heroines that were instrumental in shaping who we are today. Rightfully so, we should never forget our history, and those extraordinary individuals that paved the way for our future. Frankly, I think every day should be black history.
