Ancestral Muses

Continuation “(1852) FREDERICK DOUGLASS, “WHAT, TO THE SLAVE, IS THE FOURTH OF JULY” speech

Revisit (1852) FREDERICK DOUGLASS, “WHAT, TO THE SLAVE, IS THE FOURTH OF JULY” speech.

A week of self-care in Detroit with 2 sister girls, Beverly and Karen. We have been having experiences together since we attended the University of Ghana Law School in Accra, 🇬🇭 Ghana.

There are currently 2 exhibits-"Where is Home? Home is Where I Belong by upcoming Ghanaian artist Eugene Ofori Agyei and Elsa Maria Melendez: Venga de una isla de Confusion? I come from an Island of Confusion, who is Puerto Rican. I attended the opening reception for Eugene's Exhibit and continue to experiment with using video on my podcast. I hope you enjoy these multi-cultural art exhibits. Feel...

While this brief message is appearing at or near Mother's Day, stress affects and impacts everybody. My message is applicable to anyone male or female. These days and times are stressful for us all. Remember to take the time to breathe, pause and try to get outside in nature- Go for a walk or just go outside and breathe some fresh air! How about a change of scenery as in traveling. I will share in...

The Gentlemen of Watercolor are Chauncey Nelson, Ken Austin and Glen Ward. Join me as we discuss their artistic journeys, Art and what inspires them, prior to their Exhibit at City Arts located at 39 S. Magnolia. We hope to see you at the opening reception on May 18th, 6-9 pm. There will also be a gallery talk on May 20th, 1-2 pm.

This was suppose to be my inaugural video podcast, but I could not figure out how to upload it to my podcast. I have a YouTube channel and I was able to upload it there. I figured out that Ineeded to upgrade my laptop! I got a MacBook Pro which came with a host of other issues as I was used to Windows based operating systems. I persevered and here is the fruit of my labor. Stay tuned for more audi...

Join us as 5 members of the Story Quilters of Hannibal Square discuss the inspiration behind their quilted pieces and others who display quilts, crochet, tatting, cross stitch, embroidered and needlepoint items.

My Philly sister and I talk about Kwanzaa, Dance, Self- Love Self-Care and what to expect as she hosts a community Kwanzaa celebration.

Join me in our conversation with Lawanda as we speak about Kujichagulia, Self Determination, which is the second Kwanzaa principle and the celebration she will host in Winter Park at the community center

There are numerous studies that document the healing power of music on the mind, body and soul. As we are get closer to the Winter Solstice and the end of the year, this is a perfect time to go inward and reflect on our journey thus far. I thought I would share snippets of music from my collection! Let me know what comes to your mind as you listen in the comment section.

Heather lives life out loud! A fellow Leo, as an Artist, there is not much she has not done. We discuss her upcoming exhibit, "Fabrications-An exhibit about Truth and Lies"

Arlene talks about her upcoming exhibit, “Fabrications-An exhibit about Truth and Lies”. Join me as we discuss her Art journey.

Are you familiar with Christian Nationalism? Do you know what it is or the role it currently plays in all facets our our life, especially the upcoming mid term elections.

A conversation with Trey Harris, local artist, art curator and a man of many talents, as he shares his artistic journey and inspiration for his Pop Up show which was featured at Favo in September. Listen carefully and you may hear a comment or 2 by another Art Icon and friend of the Arts. You can view images of the Art discussed at my Instagram page- Bussey Arbitration and Mediation Services, LLC

“Ullambana Festival is also called the Sangha Day, or the Buddha’s joyful day. It is the day when the Sangha community had completed their summer retreat. As Buddhists, we should uphold the Buddha’s teaching of filial piety by supporting the Sangha. This is a very meaningful and meritorious act as it allows the Sangha to practice without obstructions and cultivate merits for ourselves and our ance...

A brief discussion of the history of Juneteenth. Specifically, I share General Gordon Granger’s Order No. 3 which led to the First Juneteenth celebration in Galveston, Texas. I also share the history of the Emancipation Proclamation.

I was invited to a Lake Mary Rotary meeting today where Attorney John Morgan of Morgan and Morgan shared some thought provoking insights. FYI - at one point in his talk, he drops a F-bomb

A conversation with Tory Freeman as we talk about his exhibit at FAVO, located at 221 East Colonial Drive, in Orlando, on May 6th and 7th and his work as a tattoo artist.

This is the second year I was invited to an Interfaith Iftar at Masjid Al Hayy. For those who do not know, the Iftar is the meal eaten by Muslims after sunset during Ramadan There are always speakers who share their experiences in a way that reflects their religious beliefs and causes me to reflect on what Ramadan means to those who practice Islam and those who do not. I hope your heart and mind a...

Spring is in the air! Join me as I share some thoughts on Celebrations that herald the beginning of Spring. I also toss in a sprinkling of Astrology and last, but not least, some inspirational words about Freedom

Part 1 of a discussion with Victorius McLeod about his upcoming art exhibit at Favo in Orlando on Friday, March 4, 2022 and other topics. Yes, we maxed out so stay tuned for a part 2 sometime in the near future!

The word Quilt comes from the Latin word, Culcita, which means mattress or cushion. Were you aware that the origin of Quilting is African? I was invited by the Guild of the Museum of Art in Deland to speak after their monthly general meeting, where I share the African origins of Quilting.

A conversation with Kent Norton, the Neuro Guru and Chris Weiss where we reflect on how being cognizant of the Mind, Body and Spirit connections aid us in our work as Arbitrators and Mediators. Hopefully, this is the first in a series where we will address some of the definitions we define in our discussion. I apologize as there is a small section where for some reason my voice gets distorted😱but...

Navrati celebrates and honors the nine different aspects of Mother Divine, also known as Nav Durga. Shakti means energy and Devi Shakti is the Feminine Spirit.