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Happy Thanksgiving To You

Happy Thanksgiving To all my friends, Business Associates and neighbors. In this time of year I have a lot to be Thankful for. I am thankful for all that I have accomplished this year. I am thankful all the woman that joined me in my workshops.

Nov 27, 2014 2:07 PM Read more >

The Brooklyn Storyteller: 'Sista Betty Loved Herself Some Red'

By Guest Blogger: Linda Cousins-Newton You know how when you first see someone and although you don't know them, your heart warms and a smile just gently crosses your soul.

Nov 22, 2014 2:18 PM Read more >

Seniors Occupy Their Homes, Blocking $76.5 Million Deal

Haysha Deitsch bought a building full of senior citizens in 2006 for 40 million dollars. He is selling it in 2014 for 76.5 million, nearly twice that much.

Nov 21, 2014 1:50 PM Read more >

Calling In The One Unapologetically: Not for the Weak of Heart

The Calling In the One Unapologetically workshop is complete and we will be starting a new one on January 15th 2015! I could not have asked for a better 2014. I really had a fantastic time leading the workshop this year.

Nov 18, 2014 8:23 AM Read more >

Alcohol Advertisements in East New York

For the past six years, I have worked in underserved communities, activating youth about community issues while teaching digital media skills. I have worked in Bedford Stuyvesant, Bushwick, Crown Heights and East New York.

Nov 14, 2014 11:15 AM Read more >

THE BROOKLYN STORYTELLER: When Shopping Becomes a Cultural Memory

By Guest Blogger Linda Cousins-Newton Photo: Linda Cousins-Newton Storytellers have the knack of making a memorable adventure out of what others might find to be a commonplace, mundane occurrence.

Nov 12, 2014 12:43 PM Read more >

Heart-Pounding Calling in the One Unapologetically Celebration Thank You Deeply

Wow, wow, wow! What fun, what happiness did I experience last week! It was heart pounding. I was so excited to have the women in my workshop complete yesterday. We celebrated and shared our hearts out. It was completely amazing.

Nov 11, 2014 10:55 AM Read more >

On Dismantling My Library: The Price of Eviction is Amputation

Books by me and my friends are always put on the same or adjoining shelves. We are being evicted and I am dismantling my library numbering thousands of books.

Nov 10, 2014 3:37 PM Read more >

The Following: A Bonanza of Paranoia in the 'Hood

Landlords, Eviction, Gentrification The Following: A Bonanza of Paranoia in the Hood By Guest Blogger Karen Malpede " The Following is scheduled to film in your area FOR THE LAST TIME on Mon.

Nov 4, 2014 2:11 PM Read more >

Hand-Lettered Wisdom From Marilyn Monroe

Hand-Lettered Art By Harriet Faith - Week 34 Of Year Long Hand Lettering Project - Quote By Marilyn Monroe Please enjoy this absolutely adorable quote from the adorable Marilyn Monroe: "We are all stars and we deserve to twinkle!" I had never heard t

Nov 2, 2014 4:44 AM Read more >