Tuesday, February 28, 2017

The Unveiling of Ms.Mary Seacole's Statue

Omg this is so FREAKING DOPE!!! Masai Hoshea and I learned about Ms.Mary Seacole during Literacy Month 2016. So go out this AMAZING Melanated Hero and all of her beYOUitful accomplishments!!!
#IAmMarySeacloe
#ICanBeWho
#IWantToBe
#BecauseMy
#Ancestors
#PavedTheWay
#ForME
#Melanted365✊
http://sunnidelights.blogspot.com/2016/09/literacy-month_23.html?m=1



Monday, February 27, 2017

Mama C and Masai the Warrior(In the Spirit of the Ancestors)


Shalom Y'all!
              This week will be a recap of all the AMAZING MELANATED Hero's we studied our this month. Masai and I hope it brings as much joy and inspiration to you as it has for us. https://youtu.be/l0s-ela6OPQ SunniDelight
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Thursday, February 23, 2017

Melanated History Month(Mama C)

Shalom Y'all,
               
               Today's Melanated Hero is Charlotte Hill O'Neal a.k.a Mama C. Mama C as she is affectionately called by all that know her,she is a poet,activist, musician,and visual artist and a former Black Panther of the KC Chapter. Mama C was born in Kansas City Kansas in 1951. However because of some trumped up charges her and her husband Mr.Pete O'Neal left the United States. 

She now with her loving husbands calls Tanzanian home! However with all these odds stacked against her she was determined to still bring Melanated Power to all she came in contact with. As a result Mama C and Baba Pete founded the  United African Alliance Community Center,and the Tomorrow Children's Home in 1972. 

Mama C was the first African woman to be selected for a two month Writers Residency in the Shanghai(China)Writing Program. In 2015 Mama C was the featured poet at the Hangzhou (China)Poetry Festival.
http://hebrewvisionnews.blogspot.com/

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Wednesday, February 22, 2017

Melanated History Month(Ms.Ann Lowe)

Shalom Y'all
             Today's Melanated Hero is Ms.Ann Lowe. Ms.Lowe was born in Clayton Alabama. She was the great-grandfather of a slave and the slave master. However armed with determination she became the first noted African American Fashion Designer.

Ms.Lowe was a favorite among high society. She was the one who designed Jacqueline wedding dress when she married J.F.Kennedy. Ms.Lowe was very successful,so in 1920 she decided to open up her very own dress salon called "Annie Cohen"! From 1920-1953 she worked on commission for Henri Bendel,Chez Sonia,Newman's, and Saks Fifth Avenue.

Several of Ms.Lowe's designs can be seen on display at the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington D.C.
http://hiddenfashionhistory.com/history/introducing-ann-lowe

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Tuesday, February 21, 2017

Melanated History Month (Mr.Joe Louis)

Shalom Y'all,
           Today's Melanated Hero is Mr. Joe Louis a.k.a. The Brown Bomber. Mr. Louis was born in Lafayette Alabama in May 1914,to sharecroppers,he was also th grandson of slaves. Mr.Louis came from very humble beginnings. He was one of eight children. Unfortunately as a young child his father was committed to a asylum.

However with all the odds stacked against him,he was able to rise above and accomplish great things. Mr.Louis reign as Heavy Weight Champion of World from 1937-1949. He fought 71 matches, winning 68 of the eith 58 of them being knockout. Mr. Louis stood as a shining symbol of mythical while working to ensure racial unity and unlimited opportunities for Melanated people.
http://www.biography.com/people/joe-louis-9386989
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Friday, February 17, 2017

Melanated History Month(Mr.Charlie Wiggins,)

Shalom Y'all,
           Today's Melanated Hero is Mr.Charlie Wiggins a.k.a "The Negro Speed King".  Mr. Wiggins was born in 1897 in Evansville Indiana and was the oldest of his parents three sons. Mr. Wiggins was an entrepreneur,at the age of 9yrs old he had a shoe shine business. He made almost a dollar a day,a lot of money at the time.

However Mr.Wiggins real passion was cars. He would go around to different garages watching the mechanics work. He was a quick learner so by 17yrs old he was working on cars as a mechanic as well. It is said that Mr. Wiggins could listen to a car and know exactly what was wrong with it.

As he got older his desire was to race cars. His dream would've been the Indy 500,however because of racial prejudice that would never become a reality. Mr. Wiggins was not the only Melanated race car driver that had a desire to race on a higher scale. With their desire came action and with the help of Mr. William Rucker the(CSA) Colored Speedway Association was born.

Mr. Wiggins went on to win many races, unfortunately a racing accident claimed his right leg. After he recuperated he decided to train and coach other young men who had a need for speed.
https://www.google.com/amp/www.roadandtrack.com/motorsports/news/amp29253/charlie-wiggins-race-driver-

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Thursday, February 16, 2017

Puzzle Fun

Shalom Y'all!
        Does your little one love to do puzzles but gets frustrated because they can't get it right? Try this easy tried,true,and fuss free approach I used with my Sun's for the last 20+ years.

What You Need
Several different puzzles
Permanent markers

Gather up all your materials. Trace each puzzle pieces in the spot it goes. Write each name of your piece so it's easily recognized. It's just that simple and easy for hours of fuss free puzzle fun!

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Melanated History Month(Mr.James Baldwin)

Shalom Y'all,
            Today our Melanated Hero is Mr. James Baldwin. Mr. Baldwin was born on August 2 1924,in Harlem New York. He was a world famous Melanated Poet, Playwright, Novelist,Essayist,and Social Critic. Mr. Baldwin was one of many children, and his job was to take care of the younger ones.

When he was about 14-15 years old his after school job was in a sweat shop to help his family financially. Mr. Baldwin dreamed of a different life for himself. He loved writing and poetry, so one of the greatest influences of young James life was Mr. Countee Cullen a leading figure in the Harlem Renaissance.

At this same time he also had a chance encounter that would forever change his life. Mr. Baldwin and a buddy of his decided to skip school to hangout with Mr. Beauford Delaney a Melanated Painter of the times. He encouraged Mr. Baldwin that he could be anything,and that the sky was the limit. Armed with this confidence Mr. Baldwin went on to accomplish many greats works that are still very much so relevant in this day and age.http://www.biography.com/people/james-baldwin-9196635

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Wednesday, February 15, 2017

Melanated History Month(Deputy Marshall Bass Reeves)

Shalom Y'all,
        Today's Melanated Hero is Deputy Marshall Bass Reeves! Deputy Marshall Reeves was born into slavery in 1938,he later became the first black deputy U.S. marshal west of the Mississippi River. He worked mostly in Arkansas and the Oklahoma Territory. During his long career, he was credited with arresting more than 3,000 felons. He shot and killed 14 outlaws in self-defense. He was given his star by hanging judge
 Isaac C. Parker.

Deputy Marshall Reeves was a sight to behold at six feet,two inches in height,and two hundred plus pounds! Marshall Reeves was definitely respected and feared. For more than three decades he keep the territory that he patrolled safe. Upon retiring Deputy Marshall Reeves arrested 3,000 outlaws,and unfortunately had to murder 14 outlaws in self defense.

Deputy Marshall Bass Reeves is also the original Lone Ranger from the popular T.V. (portrayed by white actor Clayton Moore)show that aired on ABC from 1949-1957.http://www.legendsofamerica.com/we-bassreeves.html

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Tuesday, February 14, 2017

Melanated History Month (Colonel Allen AllensWorth)

Shalom Y'all,
           Today our Melanted Hero is Colonel Allen AllensWorth. Colonel AllensWorth was born into slavery. However he had a desire to learn to read by any means necessary. So as a child he convinced his masters son to play school,so he could learn to read and write. When the masters wife found out she had him sold to another plantation.

His mother was devastated his father had just died,and her other children had been sold. Before he was shipped off he was allowed to see his mother. She gave him a silver half dollar and told him to buy himself a book and a comb. She encouraged him to put the knowledge from the book in his head,and comb everything else that wasn't beneficial to him out!

Colonel AllensWorth stuck to those words his mother told him a day. Colonel AllensWorth went on to accomplish many amazing things in his life. He became a Colonel in the army,he got a college degree, pastored several churches,one of his greatest accomplishment was in 1908 starting the town of AllensWorth.
https://www.google.com/amp/www.biography.com/.amp/people/allen-allensworth-21392981?client=ms-android-sprint-us




Monday, February 13, 2017

Melanated History Month(Mr.Noble Johnson)

Shalom Y'all,
        Today's Melanated Hero is Mr.Noble Johnson! Mr.Johnson was an actor, producers, and entrepreneur. He was born in Marshall Mo. on April 18,1881. Mr. Johnson was said to be a very handsome man 6'2", and 215lbs he had a very impressive physique.

As a result of his imposing figure and looks he was able to break down many barriers. He was very much so in demand in his time. He played not only roles of an African American, he often times played Native Americans, Latinos,and Arabians.

However he was more than a handsome face,to just be watched on the silver screen. Mr.Johnson also owned a production company with his brother called The Lincoln Motion Picture Company from 1916-1921. The Lincoln Motion Picture Company was an all Melanated company. Mr. Johnson's company was the first to make movies portraying African Americans as people instead of the usual racist caricatures.http://www.aaregistry.org/historic_events/view/noble-johnson-hollywood-original
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Sunni








Friday, February 10, 2017

Melanated History Month(Maggie Lena Walker)

Shalom Y'all,
      Mrs. Maggie Lena Walker is the Melanated Hero we are celebrating today. Mrs. Maggie Lena Walker was the first Melanated woman to ran a bank! On November 2,1903 Saint Luke Penny Savings Bank was open in Richmond Virginia. On the grand opening there were almost 300 customer. That day some people open accounts with as little as $0.31,and other with $100.00.

 Masai and I had a blast learning about the first Melanated woman to own a bank. We may not own our own bank,however I do believe in saving and teaching our children to do the same. I have the say account that I opened at age 14. I've encouraged my Sun's to save there money. So for birthdays the money they receive goes in to their accounts they opened up at the ages of 3,4,and 6 years old. I believe wholeheartedly that this is something that we should install in our children,and more importantly is to help them invest their money in a Melanated Owned Bank if possible. http://www.blackpast.org/aah/walker-maggie-lena-1867-1934

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Thursday, February 9, 2017

Melanated History Month(Dr.Daniel Hale Williams)

Shalom Y'all,
            Today our Melanated Hero is Dr. Daniel Hale Williams! Dr. Williams was born in 1856,one of eight children. Dr. Daniel Hale Williams gained success as the first person to ever do a successful open heart surgery. When a young man who had been in a bar fight was stabbed in the chest,Dr.Williams knew the only way to save him
 was to do a operation. After the successful surgery many believed that this was a medical miracle. The young man Dr. Williams saved thought so too,he live 50 more years after the risky but successful surgery.
http://www.blackpast.org/aah/drew-charles-r-1904-1950


Wednesday, February 8, 2017

Melanated History Month(Mr. George Washington Carver)

Shalom Y'all,

              Today we are talking about the amazing George Washington Carver. Mr.Carver was born into slavery right here in(Missouri) Diamond Grove Missouri in 1864. When he was just a baby his father died,and it's believed his mom was kidnapped by slave catchers. So his child less slave owners raised him and his brother James. The Carver's taught them how to read and write. Because of the color of his skin Mr. George Washington Carver was denied an education. However determine to get a proper education Mr. Carver look elsewhere.

So after finishing high school  he enrolled in collage at Iowa State to study Botany. Mr. George Washington Carver was the first African American student there! They're so many amazing levels to the work Mr. George Washington Carver achieve in his lifetime. He also came up with hundreds of ways to use Sweet Potatoes, Soybeans, and was most famous for his inventions with the Peanut. He came up with way Peanuts could be beneficial to everyday life. From cooking oil,dye for clothes, gas for cars and peanut butter.

So check the link out to find out more about some of the awesome thing Mr.Carver did and this basic homemade peanut butter recipe that I've been making since I was a little girl. http://www.history.com/topics/black-history/george-washington-carver

Homemade Peanut Butter
(makes 2-4 servings)
1 1/2 cups honey roasted peanuts
1T organic peanut oil
8 oz Mason Jar w/lid
Food processor
Large wooden spoon

Place your honey roasted peanuts in your food processor. Drizzle your peanut oil over the nuts. Blend on highest setting for 10 mins. It should then be smooth and creamy. However if not process for 2-4 additional minutes. Pour into your Mason Jar. It will last 2 weeks in the icebox.
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Tuesday, February 7, 2017

Melanated History Month(DJ Kool Herc)

Shalom Y'all,
         One thing that the Long household is full of is Books and Music! The hubby and I play music all the time. From Jazz,Gospel,and Reggae,your bound to hear music of some kind. So there's no surprise that Masai loves all types of music,and dancing. However Break Dancing(as he calls it Dance Break),is his all time favorite. So last year we decided to go to the library and check out some books about this amazing dance,and the beautiful era it came from.

So for Melanated History Month we decided to study DJ Kool Herc! Was from the Bronx,and to stay out of trouble he turned to music. One of his favorite things to do was spin records. He would play breaks back to back so the music would go on and on! He would shout out his friends names,and make little rhymes to go along with it. He is just one of many Melanated people who  came up with this style of Music and Dance in the late 60's and 70's that is still very much alive and still popular today.
http://www.hiphoparea.com/breakdance/breakdance-historical-outline.html                                                                                                             
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