Letter To My Sisters

Letter To My Sisters By Kay Clark   April 17, 2016 To my Dearest Sisters, I pray that this letter finds you both happy and at peace. I have had this on my mind for some time to write to both of you. We are so far apart and life has a way of taking…

And the Walls Came Tumbling Down

And the Walls Came Tumbling Down By Kay Clark   I attended the only African American Catholic school in my town. The only person not of color was the Monsignor. It was a nurturing atmosphere. I silently prayed during the Friday midday Mass that Saturday and Sunday would be taken off the calendar. The Sisters…

Famous Last Words

Famous Last Words By Kay Clark   The last words my mama said to me were, “I have lived a good life and there are some things worse than death.” It has taken me the better of 25 years to fully appreciate the gift she left me. I just thought she was reconciling herself in…

Friendships: Are They “Real Gold” or “Fool’s Gold?”

Friendships: Are They “Real Gold” or “Fool’s Gold?” By: Michelle Boulden-Hammond There are several historical artifacts that have been collected throughout the centuries since the beginning of time. Today we hear folklore stories about adventurous scavenger hunts to find exquisite treasures. Do you remember learning about the Gold Rush of 1848 in California? During this…