Travel Around the World & Experience Life!

Smile, you are going somewhere amazing!

These pictures are a variety of places around the world that bring me joy & remind me of:

1. Taking time to smell the roses.

2. Seeing the glass half full.

3. Appreciating other cultures.

4. Embracing new experiences.

5. Broadening perspectives.

5. Living life to the fullest!

So many to choose from but Bali, Brazil, India, Thailand, Amsterdam, Dominican Republic, South Africa, Tybee Island, Jekyll Island & Skidaway Island Georgia.

Where shall we go next? Let me know what stories you can create from the pictures.

The National HBCU Alumni Hall of Fame Activities

The National HBCU Alumni Hall of Fame Week hosted the "Call to Womanhood" & "Call to Manhood" Symposium at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Forty years ago, the Late, Thomas Dortch II had a vision to preserve & highlight contributions of Historically Black Colleges & University Alumni.

There were thirteen Dekalb County High Schools invited to attend this event.  The girls & boys were in separate rooms to have candid conversations with the guest speakers about topics relevant to young adults.  Congratulations to Retired Educator, Ms. Maronda Hastie for being included in the panel to speak to the girls!  The Royal Courts from prospective universities surprised the youth when they proudly introduced their school.

National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame Foundation, Inc.

Women Presenters: Gena Hill-Brown, Dr. Sharron Jenkins, Maronda Hastie, Eula Moore

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Men Presenters: Dr. Joshua Murfree, Dr. Ralph Simpson, Emmanuel Lewis & Attorney Chris Johnson 

Dr. Ralph Simpson | The SIMPle Factor

The discussions included the following topics & more.

Other activities included the "Positive Image" program where the royal court from various universities visited the high schools.  They talked about the benefits of higher education, what their school offers & how to become productive global citizens.  The competition of the queens showcased talent & the purpose of attending a Historically Black College or University.

#hbcu #hbcuhalloffame #tommydortch #mcnairmustangs #dcsd #royalcourt #inspiretheyouth #blackexcellence #youthleadership #futureleaders #impactthroughaction #hyattregency #symposium

Ms. Maronda Hastie Featured in Voyage ATL Magazine

Congratulations to Ms. Maronda Hastie for being recognized in Voyage Atlanta Magazine for all her hard work and dedication as an educator in Dekalb County Georgia.  She details her beginnings, who inspired her, challenges, impact projects, and field trips with the youth.  This blog has plenty of evidence highlighting Maronda's work with students throughout the years but take the time to read the article at your leisure.

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#LiveYourBestLife #impactthroughaction #legacy #MakeADifference #eachoneteachone

Click the link below to hear her story.

Life & Work with Maronda Hastie of Stone Mountain - Voyage ATL Magazine | ATL City Guide

Savannah, Tybee Island & Jekyll Island

Spring Break with a couple of kids was an easy educational & fun trip to the Savannah Georgia area!  The Turtle Talk class as the Tybee Island Marine Center & beach was exceptional!  Our history tours told the good & bad rich culture of America.  Savannah Stat University's campus was inviting & we sat in a Marine Biology class.  Watch out for the biting sand gnats at Driftwood Beach in Jekyll Island!  Overall great experience & I look forward to the student presentations! #savannahga #tybeeisland #SSU #noaateacheratsea #noaa #savannahghosttours #driftwoodbeach #Jekyllisland #marinelife

Sunday -  Tybee Island Beach, Fair, JW Marriott on River Street

Monday - Funky Brunch Cafe, Turtle Talk Class at Tybee Island Marine Center, Pier 16 Seafood, Restaurant, Old Town Trolley Ghost Tour

Tuesday - Waters Cafe, Tour Savannah with Historian Betheny Campbell (Forsyth Park, SCAD, River Street, City Market, Squares, etc.), Jekyll Island, Driftwood Beach, Beach House Restaurant

Wednesday - Funky Brunch Cafe, Savannah State University, Majestic Oaks Community

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Slide Show of Spring Break