The Lady(Bug) of the Household: April 2018

Remember The Dream

"I HAVE A DREAM"
Dr. Martin Luther King
Lincoln Memorial
Washington, DC
August 28, 1963

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"I am happy to join with you today in what will go down in history as the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation.

Five score years ago, a great American, in whose symbolic shadow we stand today, signed the Emancipation Proclamation. This momentous decree came as a great beacon light of hope to millions of Negro slaves who had been seared in the flames of withering injustice. It came as a joyous daybreak to end the long night of their captivity.

But one hundred years later, the Negro still is not free. One hundred years later, the life of the Negro is still sadly crippled by the manacles of segregation and the chains of discrimination. One hundred years later, the Negro lives on a lonely island of poverty in the midst of a vast ocean of material prosperity. One hundred years later, the Negro is still languished in the corners of American society and finds himself an exile in his own land. And so we've come here today to dramatize a shameful condition.

In a sense we've come to our nation's capital to cash a check. When the architects of our republic wrote the magnificent words of the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, they were signing a promissory note to which every American was to fall heir. This note was a promise that all men, yes, black men as well as white men, would be guaranteed the 'unalienable Rights' of 'Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.' It is obvious today that America has defaulted on this promissory note, insofar as her citizens of color are concerned. Instead of honoring this sacred obligation, America has given the Negro people a bad check, a check which has come back marked "insufficient funds."

But we refuse to believe that the bank of justice is bankrupt. We refuse to believe that there are insufficient funds in the great vaults of opportunity of this nation. And so, we've come to cash this check, a check that will give us upon demand the riches of freedom and the security of justice.

We have also come to this hallowed spot to remind America of the fierce urgency of Now. This is no time to engage in the luxury of cooling off or to take the tranquilizing drug of gradualism. Now is the time to make real the promises of democracy. Now is the time to rise from the dark and desolate valley of segregation to the sunlit path of racial justice. Now is the time to lift our nation from the quicksands of racial injustice to the solid rock of brotherhood. Now is the time to make justice a reality for all of God's children.

It would be fatal for the nation to overlook the urgency of the moment. This sweltering summer of the Negro's legitimate discontent will not pass until there is an invigorating autumn of freedom and equality. Nineteen sixty-three is not an end, but a beginning. And those who hope that the Negro needed to blow off steam and will now be content will have a rude awakening if the nation returns to business as usual. And there will be neither rest nor tranquility in America until the Negro is granted his citizenship rights. The whirlwinds of revolt will continue to shake the foundations of our nation until the bright day of justice emerges.

But there is something that I must say to my people, who stand on the warm threshold which leads into the palace of justice: In the process of gaining our rightful place, we must not be guilty of wrongful deeds. Let us not seek to satisfy our thirst for freedom by drinking from the cup of bitterness and hatred. We must forever conduct our struggle on the high plane of dignity and discipline. We must not allow our creative protest to degenerate into physical violence. Again and again, we must rise to the majestic heights of meeting physical force with soul force.

The marvelous new militancy which has engulfed the Negro community must not lead us to a distrust of all white people, for many of our white brothers, as evidenced by their presence here today, have come to realize that their destiny is tied up with our destiny. And they have come to realize that their freedom is inextricably bound to our freedom. We cannot walk alone. And as we walk, we must make the pledge that we shall always march ahead. We cannot turn back.

There are those who are asking the devotees of civil rights, 'When will you be satisfied?' We can never be satisfied as long as the Negro is the victim of the unspeakable horrors of police brutality. We can never be satisfied as long as our bodies, heavy with the fatigue of travel, cannot gain lodging in the motels of the highways and the hotels of the cities. We cannot be satisfied as long as the negro's basic mobility is from a smaller ghetto to a larger one. We can never be satisfied as long as our children are stripped of their self-hood and robbed of their dignity by signs stating: 'For Whites Only.' We cannot be satisfied as long as a Negro in Mississippi cannot vote and a Negro in New York believes he has nothing for which to vote. No, no, we are not satisfied, and we will not be satisfied until 'justice rolls down like waters, and righteousness like a mighty stream.'

I am not unmindful that some of you have come here out of great trials and tribulations. Some of you have come fresh from narrow jail cells. And some of you have come from areas where your quest -- quest for freedom left you battered by the storms of persecution and staggered by the winds of police brutality. You have been the veterans of creative suffering. Continue to work with the faith that unearned suffering is redemptive. Go back to Mississippi, go back to Alabama, go back to South Carolina, go back to Georgia, go back to Louisiana, go back to the slums and ghettos of our northern cities, knowing that somehow this situation can and will be changed.

Let us not wallow in the valley of despair, I say to you today, my friends. And so even though we face the difficulties of today and tomorrow, I still have a dream. It is a dream deeply rooted in the American dream.

I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal."

I have a dream that one day on the red hills of Georgia, the sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave owners will be able to sit down together at the table of brotherhood.

I have a dream that one day even the state of Mississippi, a state sweltering with the heat of injustice, sweltering with the heat of oppression, will be transformed into an oasis of freedom and justice.

I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character. I have a dream today!

I have a dream that one day, down in Alabama, with its vicious racists, with its governor having his lips dripping with the words of "interposition" and 'nullification' -- one day right there in Alabama little black boys and black girls will be able to join hands with little white boys and white girls as sisters and brothers. I have a dream today!

I have a dream that one day every valley shall be exalted, and every hill and mountain shall be made low, the rough places will be made plain, and the crooked places will be made straight; 'and the glory of the Lord shall be revealed and all flesh shall see it together.'

This is our hope, and this is the faith that I go back to the South with. With this faith, we will be able to hew out of the mountain of despair a stone of hope. With this faith, we will be able to transform the jangling discords of our nation into a beautiful symphony of brotherhood. With this faith, we will be able to work together, to pray together, to struggle together, to go to jail together, to stand up for freedom together, knowing that we will be free one day.

And this will be the day -- this will be the day when all of God's children will be able to sing with new meaning:

My country 'tis of thee, sweet land of liberty, of thee I sing. Land where my fathers died, land of the Pilgrim's pride, From every mountainside, let freedom ring!

And if America is to be a great nation, this must become true. And so let freedom ring from the prodigious hilltops of New Hampshire. Let freedom ring from the mighty mountains of New York. Let freedom ring from the heightening Alleghenies of Pennsylvania. Let freedom ring from the snow-capped Rockies of Colorado. Let freedom ring from the curvaceous slopes of California. But not only that: Let freedom ring from Stone Mountain of Georgia. Let freedom ring from Lookout Mountain of Tennessee. Let freedom ring from every hill and molehill of Mississippi. From every mountainside, let freedom ring. And when this happens, when we allow freedom ring, when we let it ring from every village and every hamlet, from every state and every city, we will be able to speed up that day when all of God's children, black men and white men, Jews and Gentiles, Protestants and Catholics, will be able to join hands and sing in the words of the old Negro spiritual:

Free at last! Free at last! Thank God Almighty, we're free at last!"

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GONE WAY TOO SOON!
Michael Joseph Jackson
08/29/1958 – 06/25/2009

The Rainbow Bridge

Just this side of heaven is a place called The Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to The Rainbow Bridge. There are hills and meadows for all of our special friends so they can play and run together. There is plenty of food, water, and sunshine where our friends are comfortable and warm.

All of the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made strong and whole again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are content and happy, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all play and run together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. Their bright eyes are intent; their eager body quivers. Suddenly they begin to run from the group, flying over the green grass, their legs carrying them faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress their beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then, you can cross The Rainbow Bridge together...

Paul C. Dahm

🕊 In loving memory of all my family pets, 6 dogs and 1 cat! Chaka, Champ, Duchess, Duke, King, Pebbles, and Queenie!

Monday, April 30, 2018

Racism is Still Alive & Well in Belleview, FL

NEWS 6: VANDALISM INVESTIGATION UNDERWAY
Racial Slurs Spray-Painted on Vehicles at Belleview Home, Deputies Say

Sunday, April 29, 2018

EJI Legacy Museum & National Memorial (Part 2)

EQUAL JUSTICE INITIATIVE

Thousands Come to Montgomery for Museum & Memorial Opening

Saturday, April 28, 2018

EJI Legacy Museum & National Memorial (Part 1)

THE GUARDIAN

Lynching Memorial Leaves Some Quietly Seething: 'Let Sleeping Dogs Lie'

The Equal Justice Initiative (EJI) Legacy Museum & National Memorial For Peace & Justice finally opened on April 26, 2018 in Montgomery, AL. For those who are interested, you are invited to click on the image to visit the website for more information. Further, you are encouraged to click on the text link underneath the image to read an interesting article following the opening of the same.

For the record, I read the article and feel that the insensitive comments of the Alabama residents who take offense to the museum and memorial are typical of people who have a racist mindset. The comments are all spoken like someone who never had a loved one dragged off in the middle of the night and hung from a tree--and, many times, because of a lie that was told against the victim or no justifiable reason at all.

As far as this blogger is concerned, I think you know what they can do with their comments and they really need to get over themselves. The museum and memorial are open, period. Deal with it... just like the families of all the victims had to deal with never seeing their loved ones alive again. Unbelieveable!

Friday, April 27, 2018

Thank You, James!

During his CNN interview, James talked about his injuries, like the burns he received from grabbing the rifle, but didn't realize it because he was in the moment. He inquired about the other hospitalized victims and visited them. He is an extraordinary young man and a hero who did what he had to do to save the lives of others and himself because he has a lot to live for too. He didn't have to do what he did, but God is good. He had his back through the struggle and may He continue to bless him in the days to come as he recovers...

Thursday, April 26, 2018

April Is Autism Awareness Month

It's still on the rise, up from 1-in-68 in 2016

Wednesday, April 25, 2018

❤️ #IKnowSomeoneWithAlzheimers

Repost as a reminder if you are a caregiver for a loved one or know someone who has it and can no longer tell you what they need, then just do what it says...

Tuesday, April 24, 2018

Quote of the Day

Monday, April 23, 2018

Sunday @ UCMCA

Worship Service & Birthday Celebration For

My Son-In-Law & Granddaughters

My grandchildren were asked to sing again during the worship service!

Sunday, April 22, 2018

Birthday Get Together For My Mom

Happy Birthday Mom!

Happy Birthday Pumpkin Pie!

While we were celebrating my mom's birthday, my grandson demonstrated his recently acquired skill with Rubik's Cube for his mom. He said he studied it and figured out the algorithm. When RC first appeared many years ago, it took me two agonizing months to solve it and I kept it--but, I never touched it again because it actually gave me a headache. At the time, I didn't know an algorithm from a hole in the wall, but my grandson does and he can solve it in 1.5 minutes!

Saturday, April 21, 2018

My Mother Was Born Today!

Lord, thank you for blessing my mom to see another birthday. I pray you will continue to keep her in your care and watch over her so she will see many more birthdays. Amen. I love you, Mom! 💜

Thursday, April 19, 2018

PBG Alert: "Just Like Me" Scholarship!

Pretty Brown Girl is pleased to introduce the 2018 "Just Like Me" Scholarship. There will be a minimum of 3 winners, each receiving $1,000 towards their college tuition, books, etc. Click on the image or use the text link to visit the PBG website for more information regarding application deadline, eligibility criteria, and rules before applying. Time is of the essence, so don't procrastinate and apply ASAP!

Wednesday, April 18, 2018

Starbucks: Racial-Bias Education?

WASHINGTON POST

Starbucks to Close 8,000 Stores For Racial-Bias
Education on May 29th After Arrest of Two Black Men

Monday, April 16, 2018

Happy 6th Birthday to My Granddaughter!

I can't believe how quickly the years have gone by, how much you have grown, and how far God has brought you on your journey. I'm so proud of you and I can't wait to see all of the things He has in store for you. Grammy loves you and He loves you best!

Sunday, April 15, 2018

Eagles Huddle Up @ The Linc!

Sunday, April 15, 2018
Lincoln Field - Philadelphia, PA
Photo w/ Eagles Kicker Jake Elliott

Thursday, April 12, 2018

📬 Jacquie Lawson E-Card #1

FLORAL FLUTTER

Beautiful butterflies and a floral surprise. Click on the image or text link underneath, then turn on your speakers to watch this beautiful presentation unfold before your eyes. Thank you, JBS!

Wednesday, April 11, 2018

SEENAGERS! 🤣

Tuesday, April 10, 2018

Eagles Autism Challenge @ The Linc!

⭐ Bike, Run, or Walk for Autism on Saturday, May 19, 2018! ⭐

Sunday, April 8, 2018

Meme of the Day

Saturday, April 7, 2018

Fashion Tip of the Day #PrettyInPink

Friday, April 6, 2018

PA Conference For Women 2018

Michelle Obama was a keynote speaker last year!

Wonder who it will be this year? #Philly

Wednesday, April 4, 2018

R.I.P. Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

I can't believe it's been 50 years. I was 9 years old, in the

4th grade, and old enough to remember what happened...

Tuesday, April 3, 2018

Favorite Music Quotes 🎵🎶

Monday, April 2, 2018

World Autism Awareness Day

#LIUB

April is Autism Awareness Month and buildings, monuments, etc. will
'Light It Up Blue' all over the world for Autism Awareness Day on April 2nd!

Sunday, April 1, 2018

😇 Happy Easter & Resurrection Sunday!

From The Lady (Bug) of the Household

And, Easter Greetings from The Grands!

Autism Awareness Month

2018 Virtual Candlelight Vigil & Day of Remembrance For
The Autistic Individuals Who Lost Their Lives After Wandering

Rosalynette's Bookshelf

The Lady of Bugs

Many people are fond of ladybugs because of their colorful, spotted appearance. But farmers love them for their appetite. Most ladybugs voraciously consume plant-eating insects, such as aphids, and in doing so they help to protect crops. Ladybugs lay hundreds of eggs in the colonies of aphids and other plant-eating pests. When they hatch, the ladybug larvae immediately begin to feed. By the end of its three-to-six-week life, a ladybug may eat some 5,000 aphids. Ladybugs are also called lady beetles or, in Europe, ladybird beetles. There are about 5,000 different species of these insects, and not all of them have the same appetites. A few ladybugs prey not on plant-eaters but on plants. The Mexican bean beetle and the squash beetle are destructive pests that prey upon the crops mentioned in their names. Ladybugs appear as half-spheres, tiny, spotted, round or oval-shaped domes. They have short legs and antennae. Their distinctive spots and attractive colors are meant to make them unappealing to predators. Ladybugs can secrete a fluid from joints in their legs which gives them a foul taste. Their coloring is likely a reminder to any animals that have tried to eat their kind before: "I taste awful." A threatened ladybug may both play dead and secrete the unappetizing substance to protect itself.

The Virgoan One

Virgos are analytical people, especially when they are in love. This isn't necessarily a bad thing unless you become overly analytical, which will not only drive you crazy, but irritate your partner as well. In a relationship, Virgos have the tendency to be critical and a little demanding. If you find that you always seem to drive your mate away, your critical and controlling nature is probably one of the problems. Always needing to be in control, Virgos have a difficult time letting go emotionally and intimately; this is why their perfect companions are people who are strong and liberated. That's not to say that Virgos don't have any redeeming love qualities, because they do… and plenty! When Virgo men and women are in love, they pledge themselves entirely and completely to their partners. They can be counted on to be monogamous and loyal. Unlike other more impulsive signs of the zodiac, Virgo's do not fall in love easily but slowly, and when they do, they fall hard. Once Virgos have completed their slow and steady path to love, they aim to please. They are perfectionists after all, and this strive toward perfection applies to every area of the their lives.

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