She can’t trust me to know what she likes because she has never really shared any of her true self with me. At least not in recent memory. She has hidden away in anger and hatefulness for so long, no one can see anything else.
Author Archives: LaShawnda Jones
Find Your Place
Once you’ve achieved your dream, then the real work begins. We wonder what’s next. What will my life be now that I’ve done everything I envisioned? How will I continue to grow? What will I develop into? Is there a need to keep pushing forward?
Find Your Place
Once you’ve achieved your dream, then the real work begins. We wonder what’s next. What will my life be now that I’ve done everything I envisioned? How will I continue to grow? What will I develop into? Is there a need to keep pushing forward?
Jane Fonda in Five Acts: Quotes from the HBO Documentary
None of my marriages were democratic, because I was too worried about pleasing. I had to be a certain way in order for them to love me. I had to look a certain way. And I looked different for all of them. I wanted to be living as a whole Jane. A fully realized Jane.
Road trip: Riding shotgun
This year has been exhilarating in many ways. I’ve purposefully taken action to change my life into something that represents my heart, spirit, vision and purpose. It’s taking a lot of energy and focus, so much so, I keep thinking I’m failing. However, when I look around after detours, I see that I have not been pushed off-course. I’m exactly where I need to be.
Road trip: Riding shotgun
This year has been exhilarating in many ways. I’ve purposefully taken action to change my life into something that represents my heart, spirit, vision and purpose. It’s taking a lot of energy and focus, so much so, I keep thinking I’m failing. However, when I look around after detours, I see that I have not been pushed off-course. I’m exactly where I need to be.
Small Business: Howard, B&B Owner
Howard’s personality and home provided the perfect opportunity to practice capturing personality and energy through my lens. He and his bed & breakfast are full of vibrant color and eclectic personality.
Quote: Two things are wanting in America…
The nation that has no reverence for man is also lacking in reverence for God and need to be instructed.
Update: I AM WOMAN Essay & Portrait Project
Still seeking written contributions for Phase 1: Experiences of Black Womanhood in America. If you would like to contribute, please email Shawnda@Spirit-Harvest.com.
Sermon: I’m Hurt, So What Do I Do Now?
Offenses will loose their weight and sting. Time changes us. Life stages adjust us. Also forgiveness is a healing balm. It’s an act of love that works both ways.
Harvest Life 