Editor’s Note

February Contents

Sharon Telisha Moore Leigg pictured on the cover represents a long line of African-American women who have been writing since the mid-1800s—beginning at a time in history when it was dangerous to be authors. Reading and writing was risky because it was illegal for African Americans to have those skills, but these women did it anyway. One book at a time they had their voices heard. Their tenacity paid off. Read page 5. Editor ’ s Note Photo by Lona Kokinda

Organizing your home can be a tedious proposition, but move forward with the tips on page 11. Mother Nature leads the way in persistence. Check out the clever picture in “The Wine Spot” on page 9 and read the article. Healthy eating is another venture into tenacity when so many other options are calling your taste buds. Read page 13 for a delicious, nutrient-filled recipe for vegans and all of us. Thinking about going back to school? Read page 13 “How I Made It Through” for inspiration on making it happen.

Finally, follow the example of the volunteers in “Photo Finish” on page 14. Become actively involved in your community by giving your time and talent. With tenacity, we make our communities better one day at a time.

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5 Sharon Telisha Moore Leigg Making Mom & Teachers Proud by Joyce Wilburn Essay on Watercolors by Kwon Fiction by Telisha Moore Leigg

6 Renovation Reality by Carla Minosh

7 Spotting Exceptional Customer Service by Mack Doss

8 Meditation Moment by Casey Molloy Davis

9 The Wine Spot by Dave Slayton

10 Calendar

11 Throw Out the Mess & Organize the Rest by The Recycling Queen

12 Book Clubbing Evvie Drake Starts Over by Linda Holmes / review by Diane Adkins

13 Reflecting Forward / How I Made It Through by Linda Lemery Around the Table / Vegan Lemon Loaf by Annelle Williams

14 Photo Finish

On the Cover: Photo of Sharon Telisha Moore Leigg by Michelle Dalton Photography.

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