It's Not Over - Finish Strong!

It seems a lot of people are already giving up on 2019 and focusing on 2020. Well, I have news for those of us who are still in the 2019 race ... it's NOT over as yet!!!!! I encourage you to FINISH STRONG!!!!!

"If you are brave enough to start, you are strong enough to finish." 

Isaiah 40:31 - But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint.

Who Are You Defined By?

Greetings!

Often time, we allow people to define us.  Today, I want to encourage you - be defined by who GOD says you are. Do not let small minds to define who you are. 

I declare and decree over my life that I am defined by GOD's WORD, not by this world. 

Galatians 1:10,  Am I now trying to win the favor and approval of men, or of God? Or am I seeking to please someone? If I were still trying to be popular with men, I would not be a bond-servant of Christ.

Let's Be Thankful and Giving

November is one of my favorite months of the year!!!! Not only is it my birth month, but it is a time when I push myself to serve others even more and finish the year !!!

**Let our lives be full with both thanks and giving.** 

Be thankful
Be grateful
Be giving
Be compassionate
Be kind
Be loving
Be caring

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There Is Hope

It has been a great campaign this year in our fight to end domestic violence. One death is too many. I will continue to educate and empower the public about domestic violence.

LEXStopDV

International Day of the Girl 2019

Girls are breaking boundaries and barriers posed by stereotypes and exclusion, including those directed at children with disabilities and those living in marginalized communities. As entrepreneurs, innovators and initiators of global movements, girls are creating a world that is relevant for them and future generations.

The Platform for Action specifically calls on the global community to: 

1. Eliminate all forms of discrimination against girls.  
2. Eliminate negative cultural attitudes and practices against girls.  
3. Promote and protect the rights of girls and increase awareness of their needs and potential.  
4. Eliminate discrimination against girls in education, skills development and training.  
5. Eliminate discrimination against girls in health and nutrition.  
6. Eliminate the economic exploitation of child labour and protect young girls at work.  
7. Eradicate violence against girls.  
8. Promote girls’ awareness of and participation in social, economic and political life.  
9. Strengthen the role of the family in improving the status of girls.  

Reference: (UNICEF) For Every Child

GirlForce: Unscripted and unstoppable

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Awareness + Action = Social Change

My #1 Thing is to continue to educate and empower about Domestic Violence.

Today, I want to empower you about the Power of Healing. Healing is defined as to make or become healthy or whole again; to restore to original purity in mind, body, and soul. 

Choose to be healed and be made whole again - in body, mind and soul. Don't be ashamed, but share your story with others who care.  

Self Care Is Vital

Exhausted, uninspired, or unwell? Time for self-care treatment!!!!

Self-care is any activity that we do deliberately in order to take care of our mental, emotional, and physical health. 

I am sharing with you the 12 ways to take better care of yourself from Tchiki Davis, Ph.D., Psychology Today: 

1. Make sleep part of your self-care routine. 
2. Take care of yourself by taking care of your gut. 
3. Exercise daily as part of your self-care routine. 
4. Eat right for self-care. 
5. Say no to others, and say yes to your self-care. 
6. Take a self-care trip. 
7. Take a self-care break by getting outside. 
8. Let a pet help you with your self-care.  
9. Take care of yourself by getting organized. 
10. Cook at home to care for yourself.
11. Read a book on self-care for self-care.
12. Schedule your self-care time, and guard that time with everything you have. 

If Not Now ... Then When????

“The graveyard is the richest place on earth, because it is here that you will find all the hopes and dreams that were never fulfilled, the books that were never written, the songs that were never sung, the inventions that were never shared, the cures that were never discovered, all because someone was too afraid to take that first step, keep with the problem, or determined to carry out their dream.”   Les Brown

The time is NOW!! Tomorrow is not promised. Realized that vision, goal, or dream. 

2019 Is Still Happening - Get Focused!

2019 is NOT over!!!!!! Get focused!!!

I encourage you to create a vision board! This will help you get back on track and stay focused on your goals and dreams; whether short-term or long-term.

A vision board helps you: 

• Identify your vision and give it clarity.
• Reinforce your daily affirmations.
• Keep your attention on your intentions.
  
  

Parental Involvement at Molding of Generation Z Summer Program

Research indicates a significant relationship between parental involvement programs overall and academic achievement, both for younger (preelementary and elementary school) and older (secondary school) students. Parental involvement programs, as a whole, were associated with higher academic achievement.  

This is why our Molding of Generation Z Summer Program is for BOTH caring adults (parents/guardians) and youth. 

Parents volunteer, assist in any capacity that's needed, and also actively engage in the sessions conducted by the various experts. 

Fruit Of My Lips

According to Dr. Caroline Leaf , 75% to 95% of the illnesses that plague us today are a direct result of our thought life. What we think about affects us physically and emotionally. It's an epidemic of toxic emotions.

Improve your mindset by speaking positive; by speaking the Word of GOD.  

Know Your Identity

When you know your identity, there is NO confusion about who and whose you are! 

2019 Molding of Generation Z Summer Program

New sessions!!!! New experts!!!!!! Exciting and empowering!!!!!  Caring adults and youth! 

The Five Promises - Molding of Generation Z Summer Program

Our Molding of Generation Z Summer Program incorporates the Five Promises of America's Promises to our young people. We mold them through education and empowerment. Incorporating these promises, we know that our youth are more likely to transition successfully to young adulthood, college and/or career-readiness. #AmericasPromises #FivePromises #MoldingofGenerationZ 

THE 5 PROMISES CHANGE LIVES (americaspromise.org)


PROMISE NO.1
Caring Adults

Caring adults are the centerpieces of children’s development. They serve as guides, caretakers and advisers, who give positive and productive guidance throughout their development.



PROMISE NO.2
Safe Places

To develop intellectually and emotionally, young people need physical and psychological safety at home, at school and in the community. Without such “safe places” – environments that support and encourage inquiry, exploration, and play without fear of harm – children aren’t able to get support, form positive relationships and concentrate on school.



PROMISE NO.3
A Healthy Start

Healthy and well-nourished children are more able to develop their minds and bodies as they should, and they are far more capable of concentrating, learning and thriving throughout their school years.



PROMISE NO.4
Effective Education

Our increasingly knowledge-driven world demands people who have the education and skills to thrive in a competitive marketplace, and to understand the increasingly complex world in which they live. That means that in order to compete and succeed, all young people will need an effective education that prepares them for work and life.



PROMISE NO.5
Opportunities to Help Others

Through service to others, young Americans develop the character and competence they need to be helpful, hopeful and civically engaged all their lives, regardless of their own life circumstances.

May Is Mental Health Awareness Month

• Even though most people can experience relief from symptoms and support for their recovery in treatment, less than half of the adults in the United States get the help they need.

2019 Molding of Generation Z Summer Program

It's that time of the year!!!!!! I am so excited!!!!!!!  Each year, we bring awesome experts to educate and empower our young people and caring adults at the Molding of Generation Z Summer Program!!!!!!!!!!!!

Please sign up - parents, guardians, teachers, leaders ...sign up!!!  Yes, this is for caring adults and Youth ages 10-17!!!!!

National Crime Victims’ Rights Week

It's National Crime Victims' Rights Week.

The #NCVRW2019 theme is “Honoring Our Past. Creating Hope for the Future,” reminding us of our progress and inspiring us to keep pushing forward.

When victims feel understood and supported, they are more likely to seek services, which leads to a stronger and more resilient community. #NCVRW2019

Fear Cripples; Faith Strengthens

I trust the next chapter of my life, because I know who is the AUTHOR of my life!!!!! 

ENCOURAGEMENT: *Let your FAITH overpower fear. *Feed your faith and your fears will starve. *Fear will cause you to give up, but faith will uphold you to press on.  

WORDS KILL, WORDS GIVE LIFE - CHOOSE WISELY

I choose to SPEAK "I can" and "I will". 

We hurt our own lives by self-pronouncing word curses when we don't believe in our selves or trust GOD that HE has already given us the gifts we need to do any and every thing.

*Don't operate or live in limit and restrictions when the WORD OF GOD declares that "For with GOD nothing shall be impossible."  

Speak life!!!!!!  I can do ALL things through CHRIST who gives me strength. 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!!!!!!!

Sisters Road To Freedom, Inc. has several volunteer opportunities!!!!!!

The organization is looking for volunteers to assist: 

*Weekly Food/Clothing  Banks (every Wednesday and Saturday)

*Quarterly Adopt-A-Spot Community Clean-Up as we Keep Lexington Beautiful 

*Volunteers with our Molding of Generation Z Summer Program 

*Newsletter and Website