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June 2009 Blog Posts (9)

Single But Not Alone.

Thinking about how life evolves and what we thought was love at 20 becomes something very different at 30 and so on...When my mom would tell me how the way we see things wouldn't last forever I didn't quite get what she was talking about.

I would have never thought my ex-husband and I would be the great friends that we are today and communicate as well as we do concerning the kids. At my daughters birthday party in April, it was a joy to see the love of my life and my ex getting… Continue

Added by Single Mama Diva on June 29, 2009 at 5:40pm — No Comments

A KEEPER

Sometimes, what we care about most gets all used up and goes away...never to return. So... While we have it... it's best we love it... And care for it..... And fix it when it's broken..... And heal it when it's sick.

This is true... For marriage.... And old cars.... And children with bad report cards..... Dogs and cats with bad hips.... And aging parents.... And grandparents. We… Continue

Added by Sista42 on June 28, 2009 at 6:38pm — No Comments

Florida A&M Looking for Black Female Students

Someone sent this to me and I wanted to share with all of you fabulous moms out there. If you have college age daughters who are interested in computer science take a look at this:

Florida A & M University is providing an outstanding

opportunity for Black women entering college in the fall of 2009. It

is designed to address their absence in the field of computer

technology. Dr. Jason Black is the Principal Investigator of a recently

awarded $552,000 NSF… Continue

Added by Evelyn on June 23, 2009 at 10:38am — No Comments

Obama: Father's Day Guide - Today.msnbc.com

The commander in chief reflects on what good parenting means to him

By President Barack Obama

Parade

June 21, 2009

Two days before the inauguration, PARADE published a letter from Barack Obama to his daughters about what he hoped for them and all the children of America. The letter attracted international attention. On this Father's Day, we asked the President to reflect on what fatherhood means to… Continue

Added by Sista42 on June 21, 2009 at 10:43pm — No Comments

A new place where black single parents can find love

http://blacksingleparentdating.ning.com/. Join if you are a single parent who is looking for love. Or refer someone who is. Help build a community :-)

Added by YummyMommi on June 21, 2009 at 1:26am — No Comments

Celebrate June with Iced Tea

You may not know but June is National Iced Tea Month . Click on this link and learn more about what teas are best to make iced as well as some history about how June was made the Month of Iced Tea. Make sure to celebrate June by making iced tea with family and friends. Whether it is a BBQ or a lunch with friends, make iced tea the drink of… Continue

Added by Kendra on June 20, 2009 at 4:38pm — No Comments

Ten Steps To A Heart Healthy, Happy Father’s Day

(BlackDoctor.org) -- Celebrated on the third Sunday in June in 52 countries and other days elsewhere, Father’s Day grew from one woman’s tribute to her father to the grand observance that it is today. But no matter the day or the location, the premise is the same – to honor and commemorate the men who have had our backs and given of themselves tirelessly. What better way to repay dads unwavering love and protection than to offer them the gift of good health. These 10 important tips will ensure… Continue

Added by Black doctor. org on June 19, 2009 at 12:45pm — No Comments

Tia's WAy 5k Cervical Cancer Prevention

Those participating in the Cervical Cancer prevention 5k don't forget to register www.tiasway.com We need your t-shirt sizes & sign our guess book. Sept 19 Fort Dupont Park Washington Dc. Walkers $25, volunteers free. Donations & sponsorship welcomed. info@tiasway.com or email me dadutches@aim.com

Added by LaTasha Taylor on June 18, 2009 at 5:43pm — No Comments

Survey: What Do Women Want From Men, Love and Relationships?

Ladies, please help me out by taking this short survey to help men figure out what it is we need from them. The survey results will be tabulated and produced in an article later this year. My goal is to have at least 250 responses by the end of October.

This survey addresses questions frequently asked by men including “what do women want anyway!?” "how can I get out of the friend zone?" and "what does a woman mean when she says a guy is 'too nice?"

The… Continue

Added by California Leo on June 13, 2009 at 12:05am — No Comments