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DOING ALL OF THE RIGHT THINGS AND STILL "COMING UP WRONG"
Started Aug. 17, 2008
"Coffee Talk" Now Open for Inspiring Members
Replied Jul. 22, 2008
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CALL FOR ACTION -- INTERNATIONAL MEN'S DAY 2010
Looking Back at 2009 . . . Moving Forward to 2010
International Men’s Day calls for the people of the world to unite and celebrate 2010 with the theme, ‘Our Children .. Our Future’. International Me…
CALL FOR ACTION -- INTERNATIONAL MEN'S DAY 2010
Looking Back at 2009 . . . Moving Forward to 2010
International Men’s Day calls for the people of the world to unite and celebrate 2010 with the theme, ‘Our Children .. Our Future’. International Me…
Authors share your first chapters with the booklovers and the Sankofa Literary Society members. Monthly I will spotlight a new author or literary leader in the group. If you would like to be showcased, please drop me an email at: edc_dg@yahoo.com
IN SEARCH OF FATHERHOOD® (http://globalfatherhooddialogue.blogspot.com), a quarterly international male parenting journal which facilitates a Global Dialogue on Fatherhood turns 10. The publication which is distributed on a subscriber basis in Europ…
"NO GANG WAR IN 74 PAST PRESENT AND FUTURE": STEPPING OUT ON FAITH ... CREATING A BLUEPRINT FOR PEACE
Through No Gang War In 74 Past Present And Future, Stephen C. Satell, a prolific author, “lead-the-field” educator, and Founder of Bridging Wor…
In many ways – and for many reasons – Fatherhood transcends the boundaries of geography, religion, language, culture, economics, ethnicity and politics. Day after day, Fathers from all Walks of Life throughout our global village experience the joys…
In many ways – and for many reasons – Fatherhood transcends the boundaries of geography, religion, language, culture, economics, ethnicity and politics. Day after day, Fathers from all Walks of Life throughout our global village experience the joys…
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- Philadelphia
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- Philadephia
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- Writer, Publisher
- Have You "Freed Your Inner Book" Yet?
- Yes
- What You Need to Know About Me:
- DIANE A. SEARS is the author of a book on Fatherhood and Men’s Issues – IN SEARCH OF FATHERHOOD® -- TRANSCENDING BOUNDARIES; the Managing Editor of a quarterly international male parenting journal which was launched in October 1999—IN SEARCH OF FATHERHOOD® --- and is exclusively published and distributed by BSI International, inc. (www.bsi-international.com) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; and the creator and moderator of IN SEARCH OF FATHERHOOD®’s blog at http://globalfatherhooddialogue. blogspot.com – all of which facilitates a “Global Dialogue on Fatherhood” for Men who are Fathers from all Walks of Life throughout our global village. The concept for IN SEARCH OF FATHERHOOD® was created by Sears’ mentor, the late L.T. Henry, a classically trained jazz musician who performed with the Philadelphia Orchestra and was a former drummer for internationally acclaimed songstress and film and television star Ms. Della Reese; author; photojournalist; and sales and success motivation trainer who died in March 1999 without having an opportunity to develop his vision of an interactive Fatherhood Forum. Shortly after Mr. Henry’s death, Sears began the process of resurrecting her late mentor’s vision through the launching of the quarterly international male parenting journal, the publishing of a book, and the creation of a Fatherhood blog.
SEARS is a member of the University Council for Akamai University’s Fatherhood and Men’s Studies Program (www.akamaiuniversity.us) which is located in Hilo, Hawaii. She advises the President of Akamai University on Fatherhood issues and assists him in the enhancement of the institution’s Fatherhood and Men's Studies curriculum and in forming strategic alliances with national and international Fatherhood organizations. She is also a member of the Philadelphia Fatherhood Practitioners Network.
MS. SEARS has interviewed more than 100 Men who are Fathers throughout our global village concerning issues directly and indirectly related to Fatherhood and has developed working relationships with male parenting organizations in Australia, Canada, Europe and the United States. She has authored and published reviews for numerous books about Fatherhood and men’s rights issues including Father and Child Reunion: How To Bring The Dads We Need to the Children We Love, by Warren Farrell, Ph.D.; Swallowed By A Snake: The Gift Of The Masculine Side Of Healing by Thomas R. Golden, LCSW; The Ultimate Survival Guide for the Single Father by Thomas Hoerner; Nothing’s Wrong: A Man’s Guide To Managing His Feelings by David Kundtz; Hey Daddy, Read This by Donald Roberts, an award-winning journalist and anchorman for Virginia’s NBC-affiliate television station WAVY-TV; We Fish: The Journey To Fatherhood by University of Pittsburgh Vice Provost Jack L. Daniel, Ph.D. and his son Omari C. Daniel, Ph.D.; Being The Strong Man A Woman Wants: Timeless Wisdom On Being A Man by Elliott Katz; The Spirit of Fatherhood: Embracing Our Role As Fathers And Reclaiming Our Children by S. Bruce “Olamina” Stevenson; Death To Diabetes: The 6 Stages Of Type 2 Diabetes Control & Reversal by DeWayne McCulley; Responsible Manhood by Winston Smith a/k/a Alan Barron; The Man’s No-Nonsense Guide To Women: How To Succeed In Romance On Planet EarthTM by Marc H. Rudov; Fatherhood by William H. Cosby, Jr., Ed.D.; and Save The Males: Common Sense On Gender And Family Issues . . . It’s About Time by Richard F. Doyle.
Sears continues to be the subject of electronic and print media interviews concerning Fatherhood issues and has presented an academic paper on Fatherhood issues entitled, “Resurrecting A Vision -- Redefining Fatherhood” for the “Social Entrepreneurship, The New Media And The Single Father” panel at the Eastern Communication Association’s National 97th Conference which was held on 28 April 2006 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Sears is also a free-lance journalist, Federal Communications Commission licensee, and a Notary Public who, since 1989, has worked with Philadelphia-based non-profit organizations through the provision of marketing/public relations services.
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MEDIA ALERT - 2010 INTERNATIONAL MEN'S DAY WORLDWIDE OBSERVANCE
CALL FOR ACTION -- INTERNATIONAL MEN'S DAY 2010
Looking Back at 2009 . . . Moving Forward to 2010
International Men’s Day calls for the people of the world to unite and celebrate 2010 with the theme, ‘Our Children .. Our Future’. International Men’s Day will be held on 19th November 2010. The future of our… Continue
Posted on December 31, 2009 at 10:11pm —
IN SEARCH OF FATHERHOOD(R) TURNS 10!
IN SEARCH OF FATHERHOOD® (http://globalfatherhooddialogue.blogspot.com), a quarterly international male parenting journal which facilitates a Global Dialogue on Fatherhood turns 10. The publication which is distributed on a subscriber basis in Europe and in selected cities in the United States was launched on 15 October 1999. And the publication’s Managing Editor is a woman and a Philadelphia native -- Diane A. Sears – who is a member of the University Council on Fatherhood and Men’s Stud… Continue
Posted on October 15, 2009 at 12:37pm —
A LOOK AT RIVETING HISTORICAL LITERARY WORK: "NO GANG WAR IN 74 PAST PRESENT AND FUTURE" PENNED BY STEPHEN C. SATELL EXPLORES 41-YEAR LEGACY OF HOUSE OF UMOJA, INC.
"NO GANG WAR IN 74 PAST PRESENT AND FUTURE": STEPPING OUT ON FAITH ... CREATING A BLUEPRINT FOR PEACE
Through No Gang War In 74 Past Present And Future, Stephen C. Satell, a prolific author, “lead-the-field” educator, and Founder of Bridging Worlds (http://www.bridgingworlds.n… Continue
Posted on September 12, 2009 at 9:57am —
TO THE FATHERS OF THE WORLD.....
In many ways – and for many reasons – Fatherhood transcends the boundaries of geography, religion, language, culture, economics, ethnicity and politics. Day after day, Fathers from all Walks of Life throughout our global village experience the joys and challenges of positively shaping the minds and souls of their children. Fathers inherently understand that children are more than mere extensions of themselves . . . that children are our future – our bridge to the future.
Children are a man’s h… Continue
Children are a man’s h… Continue
Posted on June 21, 2009 at 9:56am —
EDUCATOR, AUTHOR, FOLKLORIST, AND AWARD-WINNING POET MR. JOHN D. EVANS PENS BOUNDARY-TRANSCENDING CHILDREN'S SERIES: THE ADVETURES OF SNOUT
P R E S S R E L E A S E
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Mr. John D. Evans
Telephone: 708-214-0706
E-MAIL: jdpoetry1@aol.com
OAK PARK, ILLINOIS (USA) – 12 February 2009 – It is a colorful and entertaining children’s book series that will capture children’s attention, fire up their imagination, provide them with valuable life lessons and is responsive to the complaints of parents and educators throughout our global village that there is a scarcity of age-appropriate books f… Continue
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Mr. John D. Evans
Telephone: 708-214-0706
E-MAIL: jdpoetry1@aol.com
OAK PARK, ILLINOIS (USA) – 12 February 2009 – It is a colorful and entertaining children’s book series that will capture children’s attention, fire up their imagination, provide them with valuable life lessons and is responsive to the complaints of parents and educators throughout our global village that there is a scarcity of age-appropriate books f… Continue
Posted on February 12, 2009 at 2:00pm —
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I`ll check out the show if I`m back in time. Here`s a response to your question:Sometimes you can`t help living in the hood(which I do),but if you make what`s around you better,why not?
Pillow-Takl Episode 22 at USA
February 10, 2010 from 9pm to 10:30pm
Tune in to Pillow-Talk,Wednesday February 10, 2010 @ 9PM as we continue celebrating "Black History Month". Topic- "Poverty... a POOR excuse?"- Is living in the hood an excuse to settle? SPEAK OUT!!! Call (347)996-3049... or Listen to the show live a…
Looking forward to getting more info on the event so I can attend
La'John Media, LLC Presents It's An Author's Affair at Washington, DC
March 19, 2010 at 6pm to March 21, 2010 at 1pm
Mark your calendars for March 19, 20, 21, 2010 in the Washington DC Area. We are looking for authors, artists, bands, poets, spoken word of any kind, actors, actresses, etc. And there will be food, music, arts and things for the kids. Bring the whol…
Pillow-Takl Episode 22 at USA
February 10, 2010 from 9pm to 10:30pm
Tune in to Pillow-Talk,Wednesday February 10, 2010 @ 9PM as we continue celebrating "Black History Month". Topic- "Poverty... a POOR excuse?"- Is living in the hood an excuse to settle? SPEAK OUT!!! Call (347)996-3049... or Listen to the show live a…
Tune in to Pillow-Talk,Wednesday February 10, 2010 @ 9PM as we continue celebrating "Black History Month". Topic- "Poverty... a POOR excuse?"- Is living in the hood an excuse to settle? SPEAK OUT!!! Call (347)996-3049... or Listen to the show live a…
I would love to attend this event! I am just reconnecting with the literay world...been a very rough road...
National Black Book Festival at Crowne Plaza Hotel - Downtown
May 21, 2010 at 7pm to May 23, 2010 at 6pm
The 3rd annual National Black Book Festival is a 2-1/2 day event where authors can connect with book clubs and readers, sell their books, network and make new friends. Featured authors for the 2010 Festival include Carl Weber, Je'Caryous Johnson, Be…
July 24, 2010 at 8pm to July 25, 2010 at 1am
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6 performers has been added, and looking at No# 7.
Possible Fashion show.....
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July 24, 2010 at 8pm to July 25, 2010 at 1am
http://www.bruceblackmusic.com
www.myspace.com/bruce.black1
6 performers has been added, and looking at No# 7.
Possible Fashion show.....
http://tinyurl.com/y9olza3
NOTE:::
There will be no compensation for any artist selected to perform. Artist…
Fifteen Years Blog Tour at Online Event
February 22, 2010 to February 26, 2010
Fifteen Years Blog Tour
TOUR DATES: February 22-26, 2010
This tour is for Kendra Norman-Bellamy, author of Fifteen Years (Moody Publishers – February 2010).
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Jonah (JT) Tillman, the son of a substance dependent and neglectful mother…
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The Phenomenal Women Group, Inc. is a partner in SISTERHOOD DAY at Madison Square Garden!!
This event is for all women across all organizations to come together, network, and share in the embodiment of Sisterhood.
Come join WNBA Legend Kym Hampton at a glorious day of female networking. Hear powerful words of wisdom and sisterly advice from the Executive Director of the Mary J. Blige and Steve Stoute Foundation for the Advancement of Women Now Inc. (FFAWN). Enjoy a spirited basketball game and cheer on the NY Liberty.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to The Mary J. Blige and Steve Stoute Foundation for the Advancement of Women Now. Inc (FFAWN). For more information about FFAWN, visit www.FFAWN.org.
EVENT DETAILS
When: Sunday, September 13, 2009
Time: 2:00PM – 4:00PM (Fab Networking Event)
4:00PM – 6:0PM (The Game)
Where: Madison Square Garden
2 Penn Plaza
New York, NY
Cost: $40.00 includes networking event, game and donation to FFAWN
To purchase tickets to the event please click the link below and use the SISTERHOOD access code.
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Promo Code is SISTERHOOD
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Partner organizations include:
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Pretty Thoughts of a Hot Chick
Girlfriends Get-Together
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Supporting Organizations:
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc - Delta Beta Zeta Chapter
Omega Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
National Association of University Women
Mocha Sisters Organization®
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• Portion of the proceeds will be donated to Mary J Bilge FFAWN organization
• Meet and greet with WNBA Legend Kym Hampton
• Experience the excitement of a NY Liberty game
• Meet and network with similar minded organizations
• Meet and greet with different organizations and their members
• Ask about vending opportunities
Send an email to events@thephenomenalwomen.org with the subject line “Sisterhood @ MSG” for information
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Clevette
This is just a heads up - A new company is starting in 2009. It will publish novels for women over 40. In other words, the main character has to be a female, over 40 years of age. She does not have to be black. The writer's gender and age is not an issue. All genres welcome: general, mystery, romance, historical, etc. Write to Brenda Frazier for more information. Her email address is: writingtimes@aol.com
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Anita
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Daniel
You are quite welcome. Thanks for setting this up. You are genious!
Thanks for the compliments (smile). You've been very busy yourself. I wasn't blessed enough to have a decent father but I'm glad to see that you are working for change. I wish you much success!
Kindest regards,
Anita Diggs
Best,
Alici
If you ever decide to write a novel or a memoir and need some professional feedback, please shoot me an email at anitadiggs@aol.com or visit my blog
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My bio: Anita Diggs has worked as a book editor for Random House, Time Warner Trade Publishing and Thunder’s Mouth Press. She has lectured across the country on the topics of novel writing, book proposal development and how to get a literary agent. The New York Times, The Chicago Tribune, C-Span, The New York Daily News have interviewed her. Columbia Journalism Review placed Ms. Diggs on their “The Shapers” list for the year 2000. The Shapers is a list of prominent New Yorkers who shape the national media agenda.
A father and son short story.
Thanks in advance,
Savaslas
The Passion
The Essence of a Stranger
“I will forever be”
I will be
the very essence that brings passion to you;
to all you have ever desired
my love will be, unbreakable.
I will be like the stars at night
my emotions shall be as if your world had a hold on me
and that would be endless
My love for you a melody to sing,
for all the joy it will bring, are just moments away
listen to the words I have to say
I will call your name
just to hear the sweetness it will bring,
in my days and my nights even in my dreams
I will forever be
all that you want your man to be,
I am your living fantasy
just to say I am brings joy to me
My love for you complete, holding your heart true,
this is just the beginning of the pleasures
I have in store for you
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