Crazy Things Kids Say About Old People

Sometimes kids say the sweetest things. Other times, they make their parents cringe with embarrassment. Either way, hearing a child’s perspective on different topics is always enlightening. The subject of old age is no exception. As much as parents try to teach their kids to respect their elders and value those who have lived longer than them, children seem to cultivate unique views on the elderly and often have no qualms about sharing them. “Old people wear glasses and they can take their … [Read more...]

Lynn Stevenson – WOMAN of ACTION™

  A Celebration of Women™ is elated to add to our family this woman of many talents. A mother, a grand-mother, writer, psychic and so much more, this woman is now available for all the Women of our World. In her own words from one of her creations, Pwibles, carries the message of her philosophy and purpose of life   PeaceWisdomInnocenceBalanceLoveEquality ~ Strength   Celebrate the Life of this awesome Alumni member of our WOMEN of ACTION with us here today! … [Read more...]

DESPAIR surrendered to FAITH – Madison Ellis

  DESPAIR surrendered to FAITH....       Every Sunday afternoon, after the morning service at the church, the Pastor and his eleven year old son would go out into their town and hand out Gospel Tracts. This particular Sunday afternoon, as it came time for the Pastor and his son to go to the streets with their tracts, it was very cold outside, as well as pouring rain. The boy bundled up in his warmest and driest clothes and said, 'OK, dad, I'm ready.' His Pastor dad asked, 'Ready … [Read more...]

Celebrating GRANDPARENT’S DAY! – September 11, 2011

A Celebration of Women is elated to ... Celebrate the Lives of our Grandparents! September 11, 2011 Purpose This day has a threefold purpose: To honor grandparents To give grandparents an opportunity to show love for their children's children. To help children become aware of the strength, information and guidance older people can offer.     Grandparents Day, always the First Sunday After Labor Day In 1970, a West Virginia housewife, Marian … [Read more...]

13 Grandmothers Council – Brazil & Mother Earth Festival with Flordemayo‏

10th International Council of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers   The Grandmothers'Voice In the Flow of the Water October 21-24th UNIPAZ (University of Peace) Brasilia, Brazil In honor of Grandmothers Maria Alice Campos Freire, Clara Shinobu Iura, and the peoples of Mapia and Brazil "Gratitude and joy are the words that come out to express what it is to be hosting the 10th Gathering of the International Council of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers, here in Brazil, in South … [Read more...]

13 Grandmothers in EUROPE – September 2011

EUROPEAN TOUR with Grandmothers Aama Bombo, Maria Alice Campos Freire, Rita Long Visitor Holy Dance and, Ambassador Jyoti September 2011 European Tour September 2011 September 2-4, 2011 in Bielefeld, Germany   Teachings and Prayers CONTACT [email protected] September 8-11, 2011 in Schweibenalp, Switzerland Teachings and Prayers CONTACT [email protected] September 16-18, 2011 in Damanhur, Italy   Teachings, Prayers and Film … [Read more...]

Sister Sibling Rivalry: What does a Mother do?

      Sister Rivalry       "What does a Mother do? "    This morning, my work is disturbed by three almost grown women, aged 16, 18 and 20. These quasi 'Women' had exploded into an all out brawl over 'bras and panties'. At the top of their lungs, these three gals are waking the neighbourhood, taking each other's inventory for the last ten years, and all the while I sit, hiding in the shadows, dodging the bullets that so easily could be instantly redirected at guess who? Yes, you got it! … [Read more...]

ADELE BUTLER – Women of Spirit: Grandma and Goliath

    Grandma and Goliath         Grandmother Takes on Oil Giant ...   Recently I read what can only be called a modern day David and Goliath story. The two contenders are an Ecuadorean grandmother whose modest home sits near marshes that are clogged with sticky oil for decades and Chevron. Maria Aguinda helped to bring a landmark judgment against Chevron for polluting the rain forest which she calls home. She spoke out against the US oil giant after it was fined $9.5 billion, among the … [Read more...]

ADELE BUTLER – Women of Spirit: Elder Abuse

    ADELE BUTLER - Women of Spirit: Elder Abuse     Elder Abuse Victims Act of 2009 (House Resolution 448)   “Rise in the presence of the aged, show respect for the elderly and revere your God.  I am the Lord.” (Leviticus 19:32, NI)   Last month we celebrated my mother’s 80th birthday. I was thrilled that my fiancé and her only grandchild were there for the momentous occasion. As I looked at her I couldn’t help but feel happy that she is still around. She and I used to live together until I … [Read more...]

DESPAIR surrendered to FAITH – Madison Ellis

  DESPAIR surrendered to FAITH....       Every Sunday afternoon, after the morning service at the church, the Pastor and his eleven year old son would go out into their town and hand out Gospel Tracts. This particular Sunday afternoon, as it came time for the Pastor and his son to go to the streets with their tracts, it was very cold outside, as well as pouring rain. The boy bundled up in his warmest and driest clothes and said, 'OK, dad, I'm ready.' His Pastor dad asked, 'Ready for … [Read more...]

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