Carrying the Spirit: Jery Taylor’s Artful Preservation of Gullah Geechee Traditions
Jery Taylor’s journey is not just a story of personal resilience but also a vivid tapestry of the cultural and historical significance of the Gullah Geechee people. Her life isFocus on What You Can Control: Things to Do Instead of Worrying About Our Post-Election Fate
The White House got a lot of us in a tizzy right now, and news of who’s been appointed for what position and what it will mean for our children,
Are Quilts an Expression of Hoodoo?
Hoodoo is a set of beliefs and behaviors that are meant to protect you, heal you, guide you, and get your needs/desires met via the power of the spirit. Protection
Crossing to Connect: Going Out of Our Way for More Meaningful Moments
Back in July, my brother Patrick invited me to his daughter’s Sweet 16 party in October. I immediately said yes. Our younger sister, Maya, and dad agreed to come too.
National Ancestors Day: 7 Ways to Honor It
September 27th is National Ancestors Day. I’ont get behind all holidays, because most are just meant to get us spending money, but I like these kinds. A day to honor
Building Trust + Connection with My Students
Connecting with young people is a gift of mine. I don’t care how old they are or what their race or background is. And I believe that young people are
Quotes and Readings In Honor of Margaret Walker
Alice Walker (and there’s no relation there, that I know of) mentioned in Temple of My Familiar, that one of the characters would have these odd moments of serendipity. Like,
Krakin’ Teet ‘Cross Geechee Generations
Two Geechee elders and two Geechee teens joined our founder to krak teet about controversial topics. Co-sponsored by Georgia Humanities, in partnership with the Georgia Department of Economic Development, through