Marlene Banks

February is the month of celebrating African American participation and achievement in the fabric of this nation as well as commemorating...

The answer is a resounding TEA! Good morning, dear bloggers, and Happy National Tea Month! Yes, January is officially deemed National Tea...

Dr. Joy DeGruy is a globally acknowledged educator and speaker with a background in clinical psychology, social work and research. Her fo...

Today we hear a lot about decision making or making wise choices and that in itself is a good thing. I regret not being told when I was y...

July fourth is commemorative of this nation's independence from Great Britain. It is annually celebrated as Independence Day but we all k...

Memorial Day is a much beloved holiday for a couple of reasons. It's the unofficial beginning of summer fun after dealing with the winter...

I adore spring and with it comes a lot of horse racing excitement. There are some serious high profile horse races taking place every spr...

Well, it's that time of year again and Pennsylvania's prophesying ground hog was out for another weather prediction. Spring is coming soo...

I have so very many reasons to be thankful. I know, despite life's disappointments and problems that I am truly blessed. Thanksgiving Day...

Most people are so enthused with technological developments that give them access to what? Not much worth while; impersonal contact with ...

June 19, 1865 was a momentous day for the enslaved blacks in Galveston Texas. It's the day they found out they were no longer bound to a ...

I was blessed with a wonderful father growing up. Bill Banks had many great qualities being a respectful responsible strong head of house...

He did it! The Kentucky bred chestnut beauty named Justify won the Belmont Stake race this past Saturday. I am thrilled Justify and Mike ...