Celebrating Ordinary Days With Extraordinary Promises: 3/28/10

Wednesday, March 31, 2010

SHARING A WONDERFUL “WOW MOMENT": PUBLISHED IN THE INTERNATION REVIEW OF AFRICAN AMERICAN ART!

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THE INTERNATIONAL REVIEW OF AFRICAN AMERICAN ART

VOL. 23: NO. 1

"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD,

"plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Jeremiah 29:11

New International Version (NIV)

Author, Linda Mose Meadows and son, Michael

Celebrating a "WOW Moment" on Youtube

Keep believing friends in unexpected blessings and brighter days on our horizons! This is no cliché, God does have great things in store for you and me. My YouTube video is a good news report; it’s my creative way of sharing my recent personal "wow moment"!

This “wow moment” is about my literary contribution and it being published in The International Review of African American Art Volume 23, No. 1, 2010 edition. My article is entitled: "Superior to Circumstance – The Splendor Within," an "Art, Body and Soul" column on visually-impaired sculptor Chappelle Letman, pg 41. Mr. Letman is an incredible artist and human being with resilient faith!

The icing on the cake was learning that my son, Michael is also sharing this testimony of how God will honor your heart's desires. He's a newly published journalist and has written about the renowned artist Samella Lewis. His column is entitled: Samella Lewis Visits The HU Museum pg. 50. The International Review of African American Art Volume 23, No. 1 2010 Editor, Juliette Harris chose to place our columns in the same publication. Now that’s clearly how God orchestrates his blessings! He provides us with a universal testimony.

Art by Samella Lewis

I hope this news encourages you to stay the course and continue on your journeys, assured that God knows the plans He has for each of us, "plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11.

For the bible and our celebratory moments tells us so!

Expressing Thanksgiving & Joy!

Linda Mose Meadows, Author & Inspirational Columnist:

The Blessedness of Believing

A Devotional Journey of Life’s Lessons and God’s Promises

http://blessednessofbelieving.blogspot.com/
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My Quilting Journey

I categorize myself as a history & art enthusiast. I’ve always been intrigued with the beauty and design of quilts never imagining that I too would create fiber art that is eye catching and tells a story. As a retiree I have enthusiastically embraced this amazing art and love being expressive and creative with vibrant fabrics ( especially african fabrics, batiks, notions, photography, beads, cowrie shells, twine etc.) and whatever captures my imagination! I appreciate my friends, family and loved ones that have rallied around me-spurring my creative energy! I’ll happily share my creations with you hoping you’ll also feel inspired also!

THE BLESSEDNESS OF BELIEVING: A DEVOTIONAL JOURNEY OF LIFE'S LESSONS AND GOD'S PROMISES By LINDA MOSE MEADOWS

"The Blessedness of Believing: A Devotional Journey of Life's Lessons and God's Promises is expressly written with a heart that seeks after the righteousness of God with uplifting personal sentiments and prayers, referencing Holy Scripture, encouraging lyrics and deep expressions of faith ."

$14.99 Book

But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him! I Corinthians 2:9

Celebrate with faith filled friends and family this inspirational publication!

Or call Tate Publishing toll free to place your order 1-888-361-9473

Purchases of paperback, e-books and audio books are also be available on standard websites such as Tate Publishing, Barnes & Noble, target, Books A Million, Walden Books, Amazon.com, and in actual book stores. Ask Customer Service if you're unable to locate on shelf.

Join me for my next book signing! Reference the calendar and blog posts for a signing near you. Hope to see you there!

I pray you have continued joy for your journey!
Linda

BLESSED QUOTES

"The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched, they must be felt with the heart."
Helen Keller

“Once you choose hope, anything's possible.”
—Christopher Reeve (1952-2004), actor, producer, director, and writer; best known for his role as Superman.

ATTITUDE

"A positive attitude is perhaps more important at home than anywhere else. As spouses and parents, one of our most vital roles is to help those we love feel good about themselves." -- Keith Harrell"

We simply assume that the way we see things is the way they really are or the way they should be. And our attitudes and behaviors grow out of these assumptions." -- Stephen Covey"

…look at that word blame. It's just a coincidence that the last two letters spell the word me. But that coincidence is worth thinking about. Other people or unfortunate circumstances may have caused you to feel pain, but only you control whether you allow that pain to go on. If you want those feelings to go away, you have to say: 'It's up to me.'" -- Arthur Freeman"

Optimists are right. So are pessimists. It's up to you to choose which you will be." -- Harvey Mackay

“We must accept finite disappointment, but we must never lose infinite hope.”
—Martin Luther King, Jr. (1929-1968), American civil rights leader

Visit http://www.beliefnet.com/ for more inspiring quotes

An Outstanding Devotional!

Revel in the knowledge that you are secure in God’s hands.

The Blessedness of Believing
A Devotional Journey of Life’s Lesson’s and God’s Promises by Linda Mose Meadows (Tate Publishing 2007)

This outstanding devotional is expressly written with a heart that seeks after the righteousness of God with uplifting personal sentiments and prayers, referencing Holy Scripture, encouraging lyrics and deep expressions of faith. These reflections are written for your daily devotional time and to compliment your bible study.

On back page of book cover is written:

“There are occasions when you have the opportunity to stop for a moment, read a heartfelt devotional, ponder over the words, then reflect on your own personal spiritual and emotional journey, no matter how rugged and connect with the writer’s sentiments; that all along God never abandons his own! Linda Mose Meadows has written a series of devotionals: The Blessedness of Believing A Devotional Journey of Life’s Lesson’s and God’s Promises which allows you to embrace and own your life’s lessons and connect to the truth of God’s promises, as your soul relishes that you are fearfully and wonderfully made.”

-Bishop Vashti Murphy McKenzie
The African Methodist Episcopal Church; Acclaimed Author

Author's September Events

WUFO 1080 RADIO INTERVIEW WITH MR. TED KIRKLAND ON :

"KIRKLANDS' CORNER"
DATE: September 8th, 2009
TIME: 12 noon
LOCATION: WUFO 1080 RADIO
Listen Live on : http://www.wufoam.com/ (Click Listen Live)

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Author Opening for:
MICROPHONE SESSION IN VA
COMMEMORATING THE 13TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF TUPAC SHAKUR’S DEATH

( No Profanity, Allowed !)

DATE: Wednesday, September 16, 2009
LOCATION: Cornerstone Christian Center
419 Walker Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23523
TIME: 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM

•Call Prof. Earl to secure position in show and secure tickets-757-256-2605

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BOOKSIGNING@ BARNES & NOBLE

DATE: Saturday, Sept.12, 2009
LOCATION: New Town Shops
5101 Main Street
Williamsburg, VA 23188
757-564-0687
TIME: 2-5 pm

AUTHOR'S APRIL EVENTS CALENDAR

Second Annual Literary Festival
Celebrating Hampton Roads' Finest
Paul D.Camp Community College
Friday, April 30, 2010
6:00-9:00 pm

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We Believe In You! Reaching For The Stars!
WBIY Coordinator, Linda Pate
Luncheon Salute For Youth-poetic presentation by:Linda Mose Meadows, Author
Williamsburg Landing
Williamsburg, VA 23185
April 17, 2010
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First Annual Literary Festival at
Paul D. Camp Community College
April 24th ,2009 starts @ 6:15PM

The evening with Open Mic and Storytelling, and writers: Mabel Arnold, Synnika Lofton, Linda Mose Meadows, Phyllis Johnson, and Denise Jeffries.

Location:
(Paul D. Camp is located just off of 58 East)
271 Kenyon Road, Suffolk, VA 23434.

For more information contact:

Ronette Jacobs, English Dept. and instructor

Paul D. Camp Community College

757.925.6331

rjacobs@pc.vccs.edu

AUTHOR'S FEBRUARY EVENTS

AUTHOR'S FEBRUARY EVENTS:

RADIO BROADCAST
Share your heartfelt sentiments, learn about the author's journey and talk about the goodness of God inspite of difficulties!

Time: February 27, 2009 from 7 pm to 8 pm
Location: Radio
Website or Map: http:// www.lovebroadcasting.net
Contact Info: Questions and/or call-ins: 1-804-477-7864
Event Type: talking, bookshow, radio, broadcast
Organized By:Linda Pate www.preciousmemoriesreading.com
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BOOK SIGNING EVENT
All are welcome!

Time: February 28, 2009 from 3pm to 5pm
Location: PRECIOUS MEMORIES BOOK STORE-
BUILDING OUR COMMUNITY BY CONNECTING WITH BOOKS
Street: 3229 Idlewood Ave
City/Town: Richmond, Virginia 23221
Website or Map: http://www.preciousmemoriesreading.com/
Contact Info: (804) 726-8501
Event Type: book, signing, event
Organized By: Linda Pate, owner of Precious Memories Book Store
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SPIRITUAL AWAKENINGS

And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them. Romans 8

This new great awakening is shaking up tradition, religion and stagnant thinking. It’s a new harvest, a new spiritual growth that is void of ecumenical and denominational alliances. It celebrates humanity, the divine in each of us and understands that our life’s call and purpose are bigger than material gain and self centeredness. It’s necessary and urgent and calls us to usher in the divine and seek God’s wisdom for making this world a better place-it’s an Awakening and it’s time to share our passions and live our best lives. The Blessedness of Believing Blog is celebrating trailblazers and pace setters who are passing the baton to you and me for creating better today’s and power filled tomorrows!

THE BLESSEDNESS OF BELIEVING COMMUNITY HELPING HANDS WISH LIST!

Back To Basics has the following needs for its Supportive Living Housing and Emergency Shelter Housing:

The Ministry currently has 23 men and 10 women in Supportive Living Housing under three roofs. We are opening two more such housing; one 8 room house for Emergency Shelter, and one 10 room house for Supporitive Living. BTB Housing program (see address and contact below) has been in operation for 8 years; supporting individual residents develop strategies for independent living, by providing counseling, job training, and decision making workshops.

Sheets (twin)
Pillow Cases
Curtains
Dressers (bedroom)
Beds (twin)
Pots and Pans
Washing Machines and Dryers
Lounging Furniture
Kitchen Tables and Chairs
Book Cases
Towels (bath and face)

We do own a Truck (12 ft) to pick up all donated furniture or supplies.

"Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all".....Dale Carnegie
Contact :
Elder James Giles, CEO/Executive Director Back To Basics Outreach Ministries, Inc.

906 Broadway
Buffalo, NY 14212
716 854-1086 (office)
716 854-1089 (fax )
716 609-2898 (cell)
jgiles274@msn.com
back2basicsministries@msn.com
website http://www.btbministries.com/

God Bless You! We appreciate your kindness and support in The Back to Basics Mission!

Troy Lash Scholarship Fund
If you wish to support this educational scholarship, please make checks payable to:
Buffalo State College Foundation
(note on the memo line that gift is for Lash Scholarship)

Mail and/or Contact:

Ms. Diana Fildes, Registration Services
Buffalo State College
Center for Development of Human Services
ATTN: Troy Lash Scholarship Committee
1695 Elmwood Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14217
Phone: 716-876-7600 ext. 221
Fax: 716-796-2202
Email: dianaf@bsc-cdhs.org
CDHS website: http://www.bsc-cdhs.org/

Blessed at the Inn

Magnolia House Bed & Breakfast Hampton

“A Jewel of Comfort and Hospitality”

Lankford & Joyce Blair welcome their guests to experience the beautiful ambiance of this lovely Queen Anne Victorian, circa 1885. Their guests enjoy lots of music from jazz to classical, an eclectic art collection, wine/sparkling cider, homemade desserts, lemonade on the porch, Chesapeake Bay seafood, great conversations and complete concierge services from the innkeepers and their staff. Perfect for vacationers, as well as business travelers, the many amenities include business services, massage therapy, catering services for groups, small weddings, and receptions.

Joyce & Lankford Blair, Innkeepers
Magnolia House Bed & Breakfast
232 S. Armistead Avenue
Hampton, Virginia 23669
Office 757-722-2888
Fax 757-722-9888
www.maghousehampton.com
http://www.africanamericaninns.com/virginia.html

SPIRITUAL CONFESSIONS AND MY COMING OF AGE BY EVANGELIST ELANA D. WHITE

SPIRITUAL CONFESSIONS AND MY COMING OF AGE We all experience difficulties in our lives at some point, but it's how we handle it that really matters. Spiritual Confessions relate memories of family and pass on insights, which are humorous, wise, and painful. It exemplifies truth and gives testimony to others to help them find a way out of what may appear to be a hopeless situation.

Elana D. White is an ordained Evangelist at the New Mount Ararat Temple of Prayer in Buffalo, NY, and a retired police officer for the city of Buffalo. Evangelist White received pastoral training as well as prophetic training in Dallas, Texas. Elana has one son, John E. Sanders Jr., and one daughter Shantell D. Sanders.

Don Roberts ~ Children's Advocate, Author & TV News Anchor

Hey, Daddy Read This by Don Roberts
Hardcover: 288 pages
Publisher: iUniverse, Inc. (July 22, 2004)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0595849210
ISBN-13: 978-0595849215

"Don Roberts is an award-winning TV news anchorman and passionate child advocate, based in the Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News area in Virginia. His broadcasting career began in 1974 while at the Community College of Baltimore and then on to Towson University, where he graduated “thank you Laude!” in 1978 with a Mass Communications degree. Don credits his two-and-a-half years in Washington, D.C., as a disc jockey on WHUR-FM’s popular “Quiet Storm” program with creatively fueling his desire to write. Don moved on to telling stories in TV news, joining WAVY-TV in 1989, while reporting and anchoring morning and noon news shows. Don lives in Newport News, Virginia, with his wife and three children. "

Reference : Amazon .Com http://www.amazon.com/Hey-Daddy-Read-This-Roberts/dp/0595849210 for further book description information

At any one time, we’re either in a trial, coming out of one or on our way into one. These are the wildernesses of life. Basically, they are those periods of time when we feel alone, discomforted, and without help or recourse. However, much can be learned from those wilderness experiences because they come to propel us into the place we are destined to go. Learning how to proceed through them and gleaning what is to be obtained can produce spiritual growth.

Lessons From the Wilderness is about the various trials and challenges everyone encounters in a lifetime. It teaches how to embrace them without undue stress and worry, but rather with courage, confidence, anticipation, and yes, even joy.

Dr. Barbara Huddleston-Mattai is an ordained Evangelist at the New Mt. Ararat Temple of Prayer in Buffalo, NY. She is also a Professor at Buffalo State. She is married to Dr. P. Rudy Mattai. They have three sons: David, Stephen and Joshua

Purchase at
Barnes and Noble
Lulu.com

Two Creative Minds

Collaborations featuring the combined talents of world renowned artists Charles A. Bibbs and Larry Poncho Brown have been well received. Their popular images have been some of the most sought after collaborations ever reproduced in the African American art realm. The collaboration concept has been taken to a new level of sophistication over the past decade. Imagine the prospect of having a collectable work of art conceptualized, created, painted and signatured by two of the most influential creative minds in the contemporary African American artworld today. Introducing......

TEVYN COLE ~ A DESIGNER WITH A NOBLE MISSION

Tevyn Cole, the designer of School Me Clothing. School Me is urban style apparel embellished with African-American inventions." Everybody pays attention to fashion, and soon everybody will be recognizing our cultures contributions. I created School Me to cultivate diversity, motivate appreciation, and inspire my peers to take more of interest in their education and our history. I am starting a trend that makes it "hip" to be smart, and "in" to have knowledge. My mission is to teach millions! Google search my name and visit my website http://www.schoolmeclothing.com You can also visit me on myspace.com/schoolmeclothing "

Celebrating Ordinary Days With Extraordinary Promises

Wednesday, March 31, 2010

SHARING A WONDERFUL “WOW MOMENT": PUBLISHED IN THE INTERNATION REVIEW OF AFRICAN AMERICAN ART!

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