Monday, December 25, 2006

Happy Kwanzaa!


I wish for everyone, everything that Kwanza stands for. (Interesting fact. They use CORN in Kwanzaa)

Umoja (oo-MO-jah) Unity stresses the importance of togetherness for the family and the community, which is reflected in the African saying, "I am We," or "I am because We are."
Kujichagulia (koo-gee-cha-goo-LEE-yah) Self-Determination requires that we define our common interests and make decisions that are in the best interest of our family and community.
Ujima (oo-GEE-mah) Collective Work and Responsibility reminds us of our obligation to the past, present and future, and that we have a role to play in the community, society, and world.
Ujamaa (oo-JAH-mah) Cooperative economics emphasizes our collective economic strength and encourages us to meet common needs through mutual support.
Nia (NEE-yah) Purpose encourages us to look within ourselves and to set personal goals that are beneficial to the community.
Kuumba (koo-OOM-bah) Creativity makes use of our creative energies to build and maintain a strong and vibrant community.
Imani (ee-MAH-nee) Faith focuses on honoring the best of our traditions, draws upon the best in ourselves, and helps us strive for a higher level of life for humankind, by affirming our self-worth and confidence in our ability to succeed and triumph in righteous struggle.

Wednesday, December 20, 2006

Hey Granny!


Look what I've got!!
Christmas Corn!!

Monday, December 04, 2006

Awwwww


This is what we do to squirrels who infiltrate our homes. Let this be an example to the others who may be lurking in the trees waiting to come into my laundry room, eat their way thru the furnace filter and eventually the wires, leaving me without heat.
We don't play squirrel games round hurr.