History – Frederica's Passions

People actually hated Barack Obama before he won the presidency- The complexion of his skin didn’t sit right with some folks, not because he was involved in any scandals. In my opinion, as far as race matters are concerned in America, we took several steps back in history. Even blacks still criticize Obama harshly. They wanted more from him and feel let down. However, I don’t hear many critics denouncing the HATE that exists in our own communities. When are people going to STAND UP AND SPEAK UP in the neighborhood? Stop using Social Media to air out your grievances, if you aren’t willing to take them to the streets. Any type of hate is WRONG and violence towards a group of people, based solely on the color of their skin, their religion, their sexual orientation or sexual preference(etc. You get the point), is purely vile and UNJUSTIFIED. One day, we will have a president that most people will like and can trust again. A president that will work hard to unite the country and not divide us. Don’t be used as pawns in a game with undesirable leadership. Be a positive influence and impact others instead of waiting for a man or woman to save the consciousness of our people. And when I say “our”, I mean, everyone… black, white, and other. Our children’s lives are at stake. If you knowingly like, support and vote for a biased person for any organization or political office, that would mean to some of us, that you are complicit in the bias and that their hysteria is warranted. Don’t feed the fire with chants. Stop fanning the flames of bigotry. Be a voice of reason and express yourself in a dignified manner. A person of good moral character knows how to effectively get their messages across without crossing the line. Stop mocking others for the way they protest, if you aren’t suggesting other possible tactics to support the cause. Don’t be a hypocrite from a distance… Be a force to be reckoned with, on the front lines.

#RaceMatters #StopTheHate #inspireothers #ENDviolence

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Big Mama held a wealth of information: historical data, secrets, prayers, recipes, antidotes, wives tales, and guidance. She also dished out punishment if you didn’t obey the house rules. Big Mama was held in the highest esteem… respected and sometimes feared. When Big Mama spoke, everyone listened. No matter what, Big Mama was the Matriarch, a true Pioneer! If Big Mama told you to get her slippers, then boy, you had better hop to it or get popped. She wouldn’t slap you… she just gave you the death stare. Even when Big Mama got tired, she sang the blues and kept moving. When Big Mama got sick, she took care of everyone else. But when Big Mama became sick and tired, she moaned quietly into her nap. Big Mama was happiest when she talked to the Lord. She would clap loudly at church because she was happy. One day, Big Mama drifted off with a smile on her face because she knew that she would proudly- rest in the hands of her Savior. Heaven became a richer place with Big Mama and all of her spunk and wisdom.

My Big Mama’s hugs and kisses are dearly missed. We Love You…