“In her long and extraordinary career, Cicely Tyson has not only exceeded as an actor; she has shaped the course of history.” President Barack Obama, 2016 Presidential Medal of Honor ceremony Cicely Tyson’s memoir, “Just As I Am,” invites readers on an extraordinary journey that defiesexpectations and leaves an indelible mark on the world. SpanningContinue reading “Book Review: Just As I Am by Cicely Tyson”
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Book Review: Relentless: From Good to Great to Unstoppable by Tim Grover
Relentless by Tim Grover can be summed up in one word: instincts. Grover is an athlete/trainer who has taken skilled and talented athletes and pushed them beyond the levels they could imagine. Grover strengthened their bodies and increased their mental tenacity for dominance. Grover encourages his clients to follow their instincts and be fearless,Continue reading “Book Review: Relentless: From Good to Great to Unstoppable by Tim Grover”
Touch With Caution: Angels in Action A Reader’s Chapter Reflection
Touch with Caution: Angels in Action (Chapter reflection by Grant Jape) As I read this chapter, I couldn’t help but think about what Andy has gone through in his life. There must have been something in his past experiences that required the attention of a female in order for him to cope withContinue reading “Touch With Caution: Angels in Action A Reader’s Chapter Reflection”
Book Review of Angels in Action from Rev. Henry Hayden!
I have been honored to receive this book review from Rev. Henry Hayden: “Believer or skeptic, you can hardly fail to be moved by these stories of answered prayers, so graciously and lovingly told by Diane Williams. Some attribute miracles to unusual coincidences, but these factual accounts of everyday human life are clearly God’s replyContinue reading “Book Review of Angels in Action from Rev. Henry Hayden!”
Book Review: The Soloist by Steve Lopez
Los Angeles Times columnist, Steve Lopez demonstrates, “We are our brother’s keeper” in his novel, “The Soloist.” Lopez ventured out of his office into the community in search of his economic need to find a story. Moving along the streets Lopez stopped to listen to Nathaniel Anthony Ayers, the violinist. Although Lopez wasn’t a musicianContinue reading “Book Review: The Soloist by Steve Lopez”
bell hooks: She Beat The Odds
bell hooks: She Beat The Odds bell was born in the Deep South. She knew at an early age that she wanted to become a writer however; everyone in her life discouraged her. bell was told that she was a woman (a girl) and she was supposed to fish for a husband and have children.Continue reading “bell hooks: She Beat The Odds”
