| I am Hope. Born on a hot, sunny day They took me home And loved me. I was born to dance. I'd sneak away Buy tickets for Broadway shows And study their technique My passion, alive in my feet. A soft calming in my soul... It's my world-- I make the rules. One day... I'll be at Julliard I'll dance on a mahogany stage I'll shine--if only for a moment You'll be proud... | I am Asha. Born on a hot, sunny day... She took me home, And regretted me. Every chance I got-- I'd sneak away Let the music speak to me Forget everything about these streets I was happy here, My passion, alive in my feet And my problems drift away It's not my world-- I don't make the rules. But I make do. One day... I won't be afraid I won't live in fear I'll shine--if only for a moment You'll realize my potential... |
Children are the Future
An Apple A Day
Living a healthy life is important, and many people take their concerns with eating right or losing weight to unhealthy extremes. This month, I'll be talking about eating habits, sharing some of my favorite recipes, and focusing on healthy choices.
Legends of Africa
One thing I've noticed during my years attending predominately white schools and having circles of friends that are more diverse, is that the major factor in racism and prejudice is ignorance. There is a lot about black culture that many non-blacks just don't know. Often this lack of awareness rears its head in the form of ignorant assumptions and awkward questions. The Legends of Africa series touches on topics that may be extremely familiar to blacks, but may not be familiar to non-blacks.
Religion & Theology
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Kinetic vs. Potential
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