Priscilla Parham

Priscilla Parham


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10 Thoughtful Practices For Making Generous Acts a Way of Life
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Have you ever experienced an unexpected kindness? To have a neighbor rake the leaves off of your driveway as they are doing theirs. Or the highway driver that slows down to let you pass lanes in front of them. These small random acts of kindness are wonderful to give and receive. They also make us feel more connected to each other as a society. It reawakens you... (posted by Priscilla 3 years 172 days ago.)
Movies That Change Lives - 25 Quotes From Hobart Shakespeareans

What is it like in a day in the life of a child? How about a 5th grade inner-city school student? I just found this 52-minute documentary gem. No this is not some sad sob story but an awe-inspiring look at a year in the goings on of a Los Angeles, public school, 5th grade class and their extraordinary teacher Rafe Esquith. Can one person make a difference? You bet they can. This class even... (posted by Priscilla 4 years 349 days ago.)
Movies That Change Lives - 21 Quotes from The Peaceful Warrior
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I'm not sure what Ebert and Roeper had to say about this movie but I'm here to tell you it's one that should not be missed. I believe what The Secret has done for inspirational documentaries The Peaceful Warrior will do for inspirational dramas. This movie actually was released in very limited viewing areas some time ago but never at a location near me. So I... (posted by Priscilla 4 years 351 days ago.)
Sisterlocks - Keeping it Natural Not Nappy Headed

Hairstyles come and go. Over the decades we have seen big hair, flat hair and moussed hair. Our hairstyles have been fried, dyed and slicked to the side. What does it take for an African American women to go completely natural? Contrary to popular belief, going natural does not mean going nappy. Going natural for most means a lifestyle change and not simply a short-term hairdo. With the societal... (posted by Priscilla 5 years 5 days ago.)