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Remembering The Anniversary Of My Brother

June 1 will mark the anniversary of my little brother’s death. He was 17 and planning to attend Syracuse University…

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Food For Thought: There Is No God!

Has anyone noticed a pattern of disruption and violence that occurs when Western countries set up shops in African and…

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Healing Is A Leap Of Faith and Love

Faith is taking the first step even when you can’t see the whole staircase. – Martin Luther King, Jr. Healing…

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Food For Thought: Aren’t governments supposed to provide for society’s well-being or safety?

Aren’t governments supposed to provide for society’s well-being or safety? Texas government is not doing its job. It’s not serving…

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Ask Me About Voting

Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter. -Martin Luther King, Jr. This morning…

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Life Is Good

Living in New England was stressful, and I did not realize it until I left. My days of extreme anger…

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Why Are Men Angry At Me

Lately, I can’t get along with anyone. A budding potential relationship goes from a dream to a disastrous crash. Is…

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Finding My Voice

I am a walking miracle and the exception to the rule. People don’t get me because I am usually light-years…

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A Post To The Almighty: Release Me

It’s time. I have existed long enough. I raised two children in a hostile environment as a single parent. I…

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Are You Afraid To Go Outside?

Time escapes me, but about a month or two ago, I noticed my reluctance to go outside and be around…

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Reflections: Being Broke Sucks

Being broke sucks! These days it seems everyone has money except me. That was not the way it was supposed…

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Reflections: Why Is Dating So Hard?

The clock is ticking. Why is dating so hard? Is there anyone out there for me? Or did I burn…

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Why Is Dating So Hard?

I burnt out on dating. It’s hard work and highly superficial. In my experience, it’s become a process that leads…

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Food For Thought: What Is Love?

I want to get back to writing. Like working out, you should get right back on when you fall off…

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Healthcare In The US Sucks If You’re A Black Woman

I am mad as hell at the healthcare system. It should be called deathcare because it’s not healthcare when it…

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How To Manage Stress?

Stress is a silent killer, a powerful determinant of health, not mentioned as such. The common denominator of almost every…

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Healthy Life Exercise: Did It!

Did It! I pushed myself beyond what I felt to complete a 10K. Sometimes, you have to keep at it…

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Healthy Life: Having A Sense Of Humor

You control your health, not the doctor’s office. Remember the power of a smile to reduce stress and reset your…

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What Is A Healthy Life?

A healthy life allows you to be your best self when everything around you is crumbling. To live a healthy…

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Healthy Life: My Why

I want people to take control of their health. Medical errors are the third leading cause of death. That means…

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What Keeps Me Young?

Most people don’t know I am 62 years old. Most think I am in my 40’s. Those with visual issues…

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Breaking The School To Prison Pipeline

From disproportionate suspensions and arrests to miseducation through Eurocentric curriculum and ideologies, black students are victimized by the school to…

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Tuesday’s Thoughts: I feel light! Day 23

Did it! I am officially homeless. Oddly enough, I feel light. It was a challenge to move my stuff. I…

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Monday’s Muse: NHAMCS Data Gives Food For Thought Day 22

When I started the challenge, I didn’t consider the Thanksgiving holiday or relocating. Rather than stress myself to meet a…

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Sunday’s Gratitude: I Smile Day 21

Sunday’s Gratitude: I Smile Day 21 I smile even when nothing is amusing. I laugh too. The power of a…

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Saturday’s Search: What is the racial breakdown of medical errors? Day 20

One of the most common reasons for medical errors is poor communication between doctors and patients. When patients are not…

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Friday’s Question: What Is The Racial Breakdown Of Medical Errors? Day 19

Today, I attempted another way to find out about racial disparities in medical errors. I searched other surveillance reports, namely…

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Thursday’s Thoughts: Hospitals Are Harming Black Patients Day 18

Medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the U.S.  A PubMed and a google search using medical…

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Wednesday’s Question: Why Are Hospitals Harming Black Patients? Day 17

Dr. Susan Moore, 52, owned her family practice. She tested positive for Covid on November 29, 2020, and was admitted…

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Tuesday’s Thoughts: Forced To Pay For Deadly Healthcare Day 16

It didn’t matter that Tufts Medical Center missed two critical diagnoses that resulted in severe disabilities. Or that the treatment…

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Charter School Crime Story: Part I – Assault on Black Children

Charter schools are overrun with white saviors who are armed with privilege and extremely dangerous. Charter School Crime Story: Part…

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Monday’s Mood: Affirmations And Quotes Help Day 15

Last night, I was beyond tired when I fell asleep. I feel fatigued throughout my entire body. Is the fatigue…

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Sunday’s Gratitude: I Am Resilient Day 14

Like most Black folks, I am resilient.  In the words of Maya Angelou:  You may write me down in history With…

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Saturday’s Solution: Do No Harm Day 13

Solutions are everywhere if you care to understand the problems. One of the most significant public health problems facing medicine…

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Friday’s Fact: Healthcare Is Broken Day 12

You don’t have to do things the traditional way. You can create your way of doing things. With TBI, you…

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Thursday’s Thought: Change is hard Day 11

Change is hard. We are comfortable with familiarity. Why fix it if it’s not broken? Why fix it if it…

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What Are The Effects Of Music On Black Mental Health?

In our last room on Sunday, we touched upon various ways music impacts mental health and behavior in Black people,…

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Wednesday’s Reality: Medications Do Harm Day 10

Littering the hall and bedroom floors are boxes and items to pack. I want to leave Massachusetts, but will Texas…

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Tuesday’s Fear: Was I Branded At Tufts Medical Center? Day 9

In the back of my mind, when the Tufts surgeons operated on my face, they put a zipper contraption in…

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Monday’s Fatigue: I can’t sleep Day8

I need a personal care assistant. My insurance, Harvard Pilgrim, covers it, but Massachusetts said I couldn’t have it without…

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Sunday’s Gratitude: I am a survivor Day 7

Thank God and the universe for carrying me when I couldn’t take another step. I am alive today because of…

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Saturday’s Dilemma: I am bored Day 6

Yup, I am bored. My life is still dull despite the turmoil. I do what I can to reduce the…

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Friday’s Predicament: I am being evicted Day 5

So I am one of those caught up in the eviction process. Essentially, I was evicted because I refused to…

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Thursday’s Epiphany: I got lousy healthcare Day 4

Such an epiphany to finally understand and appreciate consistency. When things are inconsistent, they’re unpredictable, and that can cause angst….

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Wednesday’s Reflections: I created a support system of friends Day 3

I am angry at myself for being a survivor. If I weren’t, I’d be long dead and at peace. I…

Tuesday's Blues: I Am Not Happy
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Tuesday’s Blues: I Am Not Happy Day 2

On my way down, it’s a challenge to be happy. I struggle with feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, and being a…

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Monday’s Thoughts: Finding Wings On The Way Down Day 1

Your thoughts become you. Whether you think you can or whether you think you can’t, you’re right! I want a…

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Memories as the final day approaches

Jump, then find your wings on the way down. That’s my survival tip after existing for 35 years in New…

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I am an egg

I am an egg I am an egg wrapped in a thin shell. No, not trapped, safe in my thin…

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Is Clubhouse Becoming A Platform For Covid Vaccine Disinformation?

Is Clubhouse becoming a platform for Covid vaccine disinformation and fake experts? The Clubhouse app is fantastic! I explored it…

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Black Communities: Share Your Healthcare Stories

Yesterday, I held my first Clubhouse room: Welcome Black Communities, where we shared our healthcare stories. I want to thank…

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The Vaccinated: I Got the Covid Vaccine

Once Massachusetts opened up for business, it seemed everyone stopped wearing masks and reverted to old habits. I went to…

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I Heard White People Feel Shame

Littered on Twitter are comments from white people who admit to feeling the shame of the racism of other white…

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Have Things Changed Since Sara Baartman?

These are images of Sarah Baartman.  Read her story   (SARA) SAARTJIE BAARTMAN (1789-1815) (Sara) Saartjie Baartman (1789-1815)

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FFT: Elite Black Swimmers Targeted By Olympic Swim Cap Ban

Food For Thought: Elite Black Swimmers Targeted By Olympic Swim Cap Ban Unbelievable! There is a war on Black hair!…

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Healthcare Is Broken: Billing

Healthcare Is Broken will be a series that chronicles my journey as a patient in Massachusetts.  It has become necessary…

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The UnVaccinated: Why Am I Still Hesitant?

As the noose tightens to get vaccinated, I feel cognitive dissonance. I am uncomfortable and not sure what to do….

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I Was Taught Self-Hatred

I Was Taught Self-hatred Like most Black people, I was raised to hate myself. My classes were at home, in…

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COVID-19: The Un-Vaccinated

With everyone clamoring to get vaccinated, I am among the minority where I usually reside. I wasn’t planning to get…

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Random Thoughts: What is the purpose of life when you’re oppressed?

Every day, I read about innocent young unarmed Black men, women, and children murdered at the hands of heavily armed…

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The Truth Matters—Hold Donald Trump Accountable!

Republicans have skillfully turned the tables. They have used Biden’s talk of unity to argue that Trump’s criminal action should…

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Should I get a Covid vaccine now?

The vaccines by Moderna and Pfizer have not been shown to decrease transmission or prevent Covid infection. Transmission is contributing…

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Social Media Giants Silence Trump

Technology giants appear to have reached an agreement to hold Trump accountable for his comments. They have silenced Trump and…

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Incitement Of An Insurrection

In the following video, Chris Hayes does a great job summarizing the Incitement Of An Insurrection— what we know and…

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MAGA Terrorists On No Fly List

Here is something to brighten your day.  Here are several video links of #magaterrorists  at the airport. It appears some…

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FBI Needs Help Identifying Terrorists Who Stormed The Capitol

Let’s help @FBI find these white supremacist domestic terrorists. The FBI needs help identifying #DomesticTerrorists with nooses.  The four images…

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FFT: White Fear Retreats In Face Of Danger

Food for thought (FFT): After watching videos and reading about Trump supporters, including law enforcement, support of the terrorist attack…

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Twitter Suspended Trump’s Account Indefinitely

Yesterday, Twitter suspended Trump’s account indefinitely. While this action was long overdue, I still applaud them for it. Banning Trump…

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FFT: Storming The Capitol–Insurrection vs Terrorism

Food for thought (FFT): I learned a new word after domestic terrorists staged a coup on the Capitol–insurrection. I thought…

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FFT: Should Trump Be Impeached?

Food for thought (FFT): Should Trump be impeached? If Pence does not invoke the 25th amendment, then impeach Trump. I…

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FFT: Did anyone think Trump would concede power without violence?

Food for thought: Did anyone think Trump would concede power without violence? Hell, I am an ordinary American, and I…

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TBI: Bend And Shift

Being one of those people who bend and shift, I can get along with almost anyone. Different environments bring out…

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Trump’s Taxes Show He Is A Fraud

Wow! I am still in shock. Trump is a billionaire who did not pay taxes for 10 out of the…

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TBI: Losing Those Filters

  Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a significant landmark in my life. I survive in a post-TBI world. Pre-TBI, I…

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Is Black Excellence Viewed As A Threat Or ‘Drinking The Kool-Aide?’

The price of opportunity for Black people is relatively high. Few can afford it. For those who can, it means…

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Natural Herd Immunity: Will It Work With COVID-19

With the appointment of Scot Atlas, Trump’s new pandemic advisor, herd immunity could be back on the table. How will…

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Focus On Voting Trump Out

Focus on voting! Violence benefits Trump, not the protestors  Do you need to guess the horror of another four years…

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What do you do when the police terrorize and murders

Police Brutality is a euphemism for police terrorism against Black people. Aren’t you tired of hearing the same excuses from…

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Covid-19: How Is It Transmitted?

It feels strange blogging about an infection that still ravages our country. Despite over 140,000 dead, it looks like it’s…

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Did George Floyd Get Due Process?

Did George Floyd get the due process that Minneapolis officials feel the four officers involved in his murder deserve? Racial…

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Ignoring CDC Guidelines, A Miami Police Officer Falsely Arrested A Black Doctor On The COVID Frontlines

A Miami Police Officer handcuffed and arrested a Black doctor, Armen Henderson, in front of his home. The officer claimed…

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COVID-19 What makes some people asymptomatic?

Food For Thought: COVID-19 What makes some people asymptomatic 50-80% of people infected with the “novel’ coronavirus causing COVID-19 are…

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What You Need To Know About COVID-19 Coronavirus?

SARS-CoV-2 travels all over the world, using humans as living hosts. Experts believe the natural hosts are bats or pangolins. Both…