I was seated at a poolside table. I looked up and our eyes locked. He came toward me . . . both of our arms outstretched. “My Read more...
Author: Amy Bryant
I binge watched the trial of George Floyd’s killer, never expecting that justice would be served. I listened attentively to the and definitions of police policy and Read more...
“Have you got your shots yet?” “Got my first one last week.” “I’ve got both—what a weight off my shoulders. I’m feeling relieved and hopeful.” For many Read more...
I’ve always felt that Black history should not be limited to a month—February to be exact—which is why I’m posting my Black history blog in March. Read more...
I approach the bayou pond. A family of four stands blocking my path. Grandpa, grandma, mom, and a little girl no more than eighteen months of age. Read more...
We can no longer be led by politics. Politics must take a second place to ideals. Selfishness, revenge, division have not worked. Because of these our democracy Read more...
In recent years, I’ve stopped making the traditional New Year’s Resolutions. I’ve reached the age where I’ve mastered proper exercise and diet, the typical resolutions of so Read more...
“Your eyes,” I remarked. “You should be a model for a mask advertisement.” My friend turned to me puzzled. We were outdoors at SHAMc watching an amusing Read more...
ANTICIPATION. The 25-pound turkey in the oven. Dining room table, set with our finest china, extends to accommodate 18. The doorbell rings. We greet extended family with Read more...
With less than a week to go until the results of our election, I am weary of the rancor and discord that has our nation more divided Read more...