“Serendipity, Sisterhood, & Serenity”

“Serendipity, Sisterhood, & Serenity”

Serendipity So many wonderful encounters happened for me in 2023 and 2024. I am grateful the magic has carried over into 2025. But here’s the thing: Until these events occurred, I had never even imagined them. So here I am now, in retrospect, pondering the words from...
CELEBRATE KWANZAA ALL YEAR LONG

CELEBRATE KWANZAA ALL YEAR LONG

ORIGINS AND MEANING OF KWANZAA Kwanzaa is a word that comes from the Swahili phrase, “matunda ya kwanza,” or “first fruits.” It refers to First Fruits or Harvest Festivals that are observed throughout the African Continent. The celebration of “Kwanzaa” was...
Who Would Have Thought?

Who Would Have Thought?

I am thrilled to have my work showcased at 3rd Street Gallery in Philadelphia, through February 28, 2024. “Artists-2-Artists” is the gallery’s members and friends’ group show. Three of my photographs are on display, thanks to the invitation of member Clement DaVinci,...
Poetry, Piano, & the Fabulous Lisa Marie Simmons

Poetry, Piano, & the Fabulous Lisa Marie Simmons

Me playing piano. Cheryl Jones video credit Getting to play a cascade of arpeggios on a gorgeous Steinway piano while reciting my original poetry was only a part of the magic that occurred on November 18, 2023, at The Painted Bride Art Center in West Philadelphia. I...