Teachers Wish List

Proverbs 1:7New International Version (NIV)
⁷ The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge,
    but fools^[a] despise wisdom and instruction

The Student

Since the school year is in session across America. I have found many teachers and the administrators  have a wish list for parents.

1. First day of school bring your child.(elementary)
2. If school starts on Monday. Tues and Thurs is not an option
3. Begin the school year on a positive note.  Attending Weave World is not more important than education
4. Do not ask the front office to fill out Govt. forms when your child is not present.
5. If your child needs immunizations get it done. More important than Happy Hour.
6. If you can get to the club on time for free admission you can get your child to school on time
7. Attend PTA and meet their teachers. Know the expectations
8. Turn off the TV. Check homework
9. If your child is not socialize (respecting authority) You might need to  home school
10.Buy cloths for school not the beach or club
11. Make sure your child eats breakfast
12.Get school supplies

As a random act of kindness if you know a parent that falls under the Teachers wish list. Offer to assist in purchasing school supplies. Be a Blessing give a Blessing ! Pass on Proverbs 1:7 no one should be a fool.

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Help!

Genesis 2:18New International Version (NIV)  

¹⁸ The Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.

Research proves that caring volunteers working with students of all ages, have the power to help kids boost academic achievement and put young people on track for a bright future. That’s why United Way launched this historic new effort to recruit one million new volunteer readers, tutors and mentors. Learn more about volunteer opportunities and find out how you can get involved by helping kids read, tutoring students, or mentoring. Learn More.


As a child I always volunteered with my mom at our church St. Paul we attended weekly. My mother called it giving back. When I moved to Atlanta my mother also told me to join a faith based church. I did.  As an adult I have volunteered for March of Dime  ,United Way, Young Democrats of Georgia, Andrew Young mayoral race and Barack Obama .  The point is in order to make a change we must be involved in our communities.

As a random act of kindness give money or time in your community .  What ever we give it appreciated and needed.  Like God said in Genesis 2:18 we are predestine to be helpers.   Be a Blessing give a Blessing.

Belonging

2 Corinthians 8:14New International Version (NIV)

¹⁴ At the present time your plenty will supply what they need, so that in turn their plenty will supply what you need. The goal is equality

As parents we must teach our kids that we have an equal place in society. With God, knowledge, Faith, determination and our assistance they can do it.

In most states across America the school year is just beginning.  We must include in our family teachings with our children conflict resolutions with words not bullets.

Philip Barbour High School

 PHILIPPI, W.Va. (AP) — With 29 terrified students looking on, a West Virginia high school teacher managed to calm a 14-year-old student who pointed a gun at her in her classroom, giving a police chief time to arrive and convince the boy to free his peers and surrender, authorities said.

As a random act of kindness share with someone the 10 commandments.  Be a Blessing and give a Blessing of direction.

Driven

Philippians 3:8New International Version (NIV)

⁸ What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them garbage, that I may gain Christ

Kylie's fight with cancer pushed her to invent a life-changing device.

Kylie Simonds

Kylie Simonds, from Naugatuck, Connecticut, understands what the struggle with cancer entails. The 11-year-old says she remembers struggling to walk around with IV poles, after she was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma -- a connective tissue cancer -- three years ago, according to WTNH. That's why she invented a pediatric IV backpack: a wearable, portable IV machine for kids receiving chemotherapy or transfusions. The bag even comes in colorful designs.

As parents we underestimate our children full potential.  As a random act of kindness help a child navigate their dream.  Be a Blessing give a Blessing.

Teens

The more you know the more you grow. Today's blog is written by 14yr old David St. Preux.

 Teens today need to be aware of many things.

I Kings 2:1
says .. "show thyself a man".

Christ with Children

   In all that I do as a teen and a young man I am aware of my environment; I make good choices and use technology wisely because in the future I plan to be the great man I know I will be.

 I went to a residential camp this summer at Purdue University for two weeks. I had to manage my money, time and resources. I had to be very mindful of my data usage. I, also, had to follow rules; respect boundaries and manage my expectations.

First, teens need to know their environment. Bad things can happen anywhere. Know what's around you.
Second, teens need to make good decisions. Bad decisions can dramatically impact your future.
Last, teens must  to use technology wisely. Technology is evolving -- but teens need to use it in good ways; not bad ways.
As a random act of kindness help a teen today  Be a Blessing give a Blessing.
Luv you David! You have more wisdom than most people in their 20's.

Truth

Thy will be done

Truth:  an obvious or accepted fact; truism; platitude.


Psalm 25:5New International Version (NIV)

⁵ Guide me in your truth and teach me,
    for you are God my Savior,
    and my hope is in you all day long.

 

We covered chaos in the world and how in most cases can be eliminated beginning at home. As parents we can start with speaking and teaching Gods word to our children. Gods word is also known as truth teachings.

As a random act of kindness share with someone in need of direction one of God's truths like the 10 commandments.  It can be just 1.

Be a Blessing give a Blessing of direction.

Global Chaos



Leviticus 19:17New International Version (NIV) 

Emanuel African Methodist Church

¹⁷ “‘Do not hate a fellow Israelite in your heart. Rebuke your neighbor frankly so you will not share in their guilty.


Around the world from then the Gaza strip to Charleston  South Carolina we have witness hate crimes. For what?

These hate crimes began long before we were born ,before Christ.  That's why God sent his only begotten son to help us out.
Entitlement around the world is a huge problem. From a carjacking in Atlanta to the Gaza strip in the middle east. 
God created us all equal .

Dylann Roof

Mugshot of Roof taken by the Charleston County Sheriff's Office, June 18, 2015.  I sometimes wonder what families like Dylann Roof discuss at Sunday's dinner at Grandma's house.  I don't think it was God's word. To walk in a church and kill 9 people because of the color of their skin is evil.

 

 Don't get it twisted from the color of your skin to the money you may have in your bank account we are created equal in the eyes of God.  Because when we die none of the above really matters. Let love and peace begin in your heart and home so that it can be taken to the streets.



Gaza



Chicago gang death

Finally, we must care enough to discuss what's wrong and find a good approach for resolution. We must resolve that together .because interaction does not work for everyone. And realize that sometimes distance makes for the best family comfort.  Some folks are simply meant to be left alone. You simply pray for your wayward family member and say, go with God. We must transcend our conditions.

As a random act of kindness -- pray for family, peace and harmony. Embrace a new normalcy within your family. Be a blessing and give a blessing!

Chaos in the streets

Chaos in the streets usually begin's at home.  We all need to discuss at home many what if situations that may occur in the streets. Like armed robbery, car jacking ,gangs, kidnapping and white
supremacist  . 
Psalm 36^[a]


Michael Brown

¹ I have a message from God in my heart
    concerning the sinfulness of the wicked:^[b]
There is no fear of God
    before their eyes.

² In their own eyes they flatter themselves
    too much to detect or hate their sin

Brown, who was unarmed, was shot one year ago by a Ferguson police officer while walking with a friend down the center of the street. Police have said a scuffle broke out after the officer asked the boys to move to the side. Witnesses say Brown's arms were in the air — in a sign of surrender — as a white policeman repeatedly shot the black youth. 


 

Ezell Ford shot by LAPD

As a mother I know it is terrible to lose your child to a bullet. If your child is shot by a gang member,Police officer or stranger.  The chasos in the streets of  America apparently has been building up for years. It needs to stop.  For all White supremacist hiding behind a shield,   Florida's stand your ground law does not apply. It's time for some old fashion dialog . Because Blacks and Hispanics are here to stay.
To all parents discuss the 10 commandments with your kids. the 6 commandment thou shall not kill and 8 thou shall not steal is not an option with God or our society.  You would be amazed at how many parents think their children will figure it out.  Don't leave the written word of God to chance.

We will surely get the answers with the help of God, FBI and Rev. Al Sharpton aka( Pit Bull).  It is obvious there is Chaos in the life of  many  police officers in cities  across America and Families.

As a random act of kindness pray for the citizens of Ferguson Mo. and the family of Ezell Ford. Be a Blessing give a Blessing of information.

Chaos in the Family

 



Carolyn and Fred

Chaos in the family starts early and often. Big Momma doesn't like Auntie. Auntie and Uncle aren't married. Junebug went to jail when he was 17. Baby Sister is a lesbian. Latika isn't right in the head!  So, what! We have always had scandal and unfortunate circumstances in our families. We have always had mental illness, heart disease, stroke, debt, crime and bad "A" kids. Our lives our sometimes twisted and complicated. Denial doesn't help; it's nothing to be ashamed of. Whew! In my  family we just laugh it off and say next!

Psalm 68:5-6New International Version (NIV)

⁵ A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows,
    is God in his holy dwelling.
⁶ God sets the lonely in families,^[a]
    he leads out the prisoners with singing;
    but the rebellious live in a sun-scorched land

But, we are still a family. First, we must learn to be a family. What does it mean to be a family? Do we really understand the term family unit? It means supporting one another endeavors; offering guidance, advice
 family. As a random act of kindness encourage someone to exceed their own expectations.  Be a Blessing give a Blessing!
and counsel. Enjoying each others accomplishments and milestones. Uplifting each other to excel and reach our fullest potential and knowing what's important to one another..  Above all put God first .

Today's blog  comes to us by Carolyn. We have been dedicating the last couple of weeks to children, education and family. Our kids our headed back to school. The best support system is God and

 

Yes I can!

Ephesians 6:4New International Version (NIV)

⁴ Fathers,^[a] do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord

Zora Ball
At 7 years old, Zora Ball has become the youngest person to create a mobile video game. The Philadelphia native developed the game using programming language Bootstrap, usually taught to students between the ages of 12 and 16 to help them learn concepts of algebra through video game development.

Zora Ball

When your child says I can't take a look at
Zora.  It has been a pleasure to highlight
such positive young people before school
starts. Share this blog with anyone especially
 a child. We are all predestine by God for greatness.
It is up to all of us to use it.

As a random act of kindness be a positive role model.  Be a Blessing give a Blessing!

Accountablity

Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake

 Proverbs 10:12-14New International Version (NIV)

¹² Hatred stirs up conflict,
    but love covers over all wrongs.

¹³ Wisdom is found on the lips of the discerning,
    but a rod is for the back of one who has no sense.

¹⁴ The wise store up knowledge,
    but the mouth of a fool invites ruin.



Roland Martin talks to Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake about the city of Baltimore’s curfew to keep their kids safe. Her decison however, has been met with much criticism from various groups around the city.
“The curfew has been in place for more than 20 years. What we did was updated the curfew law, took away the penalty of jail. It’s a different curfew in the summer and the school year. It is very similar to what we’ve been enforcing,” she says.

http://blackamericaweb.com/2014/08/06/roland-martin-mayor-of-baltimore-enforces-curfew-for-kids-under-17-do-you-agree/

You can click on the link above to hear the entire interview.  I remember as a child you had to come
in when the street lights came on. That was called accountability.  Parents could account for their children and children could account for their actions. I love this law because parents must take parenting classes if their 14yr can not follow the rules.  The City of Chicago should try this, you think?    Rahm give Mayor Rawlings a holla!  My question is why aren't parents across America
asking for stronger curfew laws. Your comments are welcome.

  By the request of many readers I decided to extend the subject of children and family. Feel free to comment on this blog at anytime. Our purpose is to address important political and social issues the affect us everyday in a spiritual way.

As  a random act of kindness speak about accountability to a young parent. Be a Blessing give a

Values

Jesus and the Children

Proverbs 1New International Version (NIV)

Purpose and Theme

1 The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel:

² for gaining wisdom and instruction;
    for understanding words of insight;
³ for receiving instruction in prudent behavior,
    doing what is right and just and fair;
⁴ for giving prudence to those who are simple,^[a]
    knowledge and discretion to the young—
⁵ let the wise listen and add to their learning,
    and let the discerning get guidance—
⁶ for understanding proverbs and parables,
    the sayings and riddles of the wise.^[b]

⁷ The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge,
    but fools^[c] despise wisdom and instruction.

 

Know your worth as a child of God. Your life and values  as a child of God should be non negotiable .

 

Woman's worth https://youtu.be/PAAkL1qiAUU

Children of God

Christ with Children

John 4:4New International Version (NIV)

⁴ You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.

Today more than ever parents our children need to know they are from God. It is much easier when it comes to critical thinking decision making.

Jaylen Young

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A federal court hearing was scheduled to continue Tuesday for two Mississippi residents arrested on charges that they were trying to travel to Syria to join the Islamic State militant group.
Criminal charges filed Saturday say Jaelyn Delshaun Young, 19, and Muhammad Oda Dakhlalla, 22, were arrested that morning at a regional airport near Columbus, Mississippi

Jaylen should be joining a sorority not ISIS.  What we discuss as family prepares our children about all social issues.  I have stated before God is about love.  He would never ask anyone to perform a terrorist act.
To all my young people before you allow anyone into your personal space ask God please.
As a random act of kindness share with a young person about the goodness of God. 

Faith

Matthew 17:20New International Version (NIV)
²⁰ He replied, “Because you have so little faith. Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.”

Gabby Douglas

 
I love to see young people exercise their faith in God. We all know man will fail you God won't.  This entire week we will focus on our family and youth. The importance of God and Family

 Douglas was born in Virginia Beach, Virginia, to parents Timothy Douglas and Natalie Hawkins.^[5] She has three siblings.^[6] She began training in gymnastics at age four when her older sister, Arielle, convinced their mother to enroll her in gymnastics classes.^[7] In October 2002, Douglas began her training at Gymstrada Gymnastics in Virginia Beach, Virginia. In July 2004, she left Gymstrada and began training at Excalibur Gymnastics.^[8][9]

 Douglas is a Christian. Douglas has spoken about her faith saying, "I believe in God. He is the secret of my success. He gives people talent”^[53] and "... I love sharing about my faith. God has given me this amazing God-given talent, so I'm going to go out and glorify His name."^[54] Douglas' mother says her name means 'God's abled-bodied one'

Of course Gabby has qualified for 2016 Olympics.  What a way to go Gabby!

As a random act of kindness be a Blessing give a Blessing of encouragement.

Teachable moment

Proverbs 3:13New International Version (NIV)

Pope Francis

¹³ Blessed are those who find wisdom,
    those who gain understanding

I love Pope Francis he keeps it real. This past weekend Pope Francis spoke about what happiness is.

1. Let everyone be themselves. “The Romans have a saying, which can be taken as a point of reference,” Pope Francis said. “They say: Campa e lascia campà (Live and let live). That’s the first step to peace and happiness.”
2. Give yourself tirelessly to others. “If one gets tired, one runs the risk of being egoistic, and stagnant water is the first to be corrupted.”
3. Walk softly.
4. Be available to your kids and family. "Consumerism has led to the anxiety of losing," the pope said, which has pushed people to spend less time at home and more time pursuing wealth. But Pope Francis said people should invest more time in "healthy leisure":

“It is hard. The parents go to work and come back when the children are asleep. [But] it must be done.”

5. Spend Sundays (or a day of rest) with family. This connects back to the fourth point -- make the intention to set time aside for loved ones, despite the pressures of work.
6. Work toward empowering young people. The pope discussed the need to find creative ways to help young people secure employment so that they may feel the “dignity of bringing home the bacon.”
7. Care for the environment. For this Pope Francis echoed his earlier remarks that we must protect God's "special gift" of Creation.

8. Move on. Pope Francis encouraged finding ways to more quickly move forward after negative experiences. Forgiveness is key for this, as is having the willingness to let the next moment be better than the last.
9. Respect others' opinions. This ties back to the first point. We won't agree with everyone's beliefs or lifestyles, but that does not inherently make them any less valid.
10. Actively strive for peace.
 As a random act of kindness pass this message on to any family that needs peace.  Be a Blessing

Diligence



Diligence:

constant in effort to accomplish something; attentive and persistent in doing anything: a diligent student.

Deuteronomy 6:7

Obama Family

⁷ Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama is practically weepy at the thought of his daughter Malia going off to college, a milestone many months away that is already on his mind.


 It is evident that the President and Michelle Obama put in the time needed for family.
As parents if you are lost for words start with the 10 commandments. The 6th commandment thou
shall not kill is very relevant in today's society.  We should all exercise due diligence with our kids. It is known in our society we must put in the time to care and talk. As a parent you will pay now or later. The fact is we will pay.  It is a life or death decision.
 
As a random act of kindness inspire a young person to succeed.  Be a Blessing give a Blessing.

Learning

Deuteronomy 31:13New International Version (NIV)

¹³ Their children, who do not know this law, must hear it and learn to fear the Lord your God as long as you live in the land you are crossing the Jordan to possess.”



Phylicia Rashad

"Parents quit worrying and putting more emphasis on your kids swag,name brand attire and $100.00 shoes.

Teach them about God,The power of prayer.The value of hard work,manners,how to respect and treat people.  Getting an education and/or a degree."
This quote is from Phylicia Rashad.  She said a mouth full.

Children are like sponges they can pick up the good,bad and ugly quickly. Home is where we begin to develop our learning skills.  As parents be mindful of how you treat people. Someone is always watching you. First God then your kids.

As a random act of kindness do a self check.  Are you displaying a good positive example for the next generation.  Be a Blessing give a Blessing of an attitude adjustment.

Possible

Genesis 11:6New International Version (NIV)
⁶ The Lord said, “If as one people speaking the same language they have begun to do this, then nothing they plan to do will be impossible for them.
 

Jaylen Bledsoe

With God all things are possible!

 Jaylen Bledsoe, 15, of Hazelwood, Mo., however, is just that rare breed of high school sophomore. He started his own tech company that specializes in web design and other IT services, Bledsoe Technologies, when he was just 13 years old and worked to expand it into a global enterprise now worth around $3.5 million, Fox 2 in St. Louis reports. The local news station followed up with Bledsoe on Monday after first interviewing the teen back in March 2012. Since that first interview, Bledsoe has grown his company from two workers to about 150 contracted employees in order to meet demand

It takes less energy to dream big and positive than to think evil and negative.  What a way to go Jaylin Bledsoe.

As a random act of kindness share with a young person crime does not pay. Education ,positive attitude and the love of God will make anything possible.  Be a Blessing give a Blessing!

Knowledge



Stephen R Stafford

It is almost that time for school to start.  Most parents are thrilled. to get their love ones out of their hair. Honestly the spiritual  education process is a life long process for adults and children. Yes we are never to old to learn.

 Psalm 139:6New International Version (NIV)

⁶ Such knowledge is too wonderful for me,
    too lofty for me to attain.




However, thankfully some parents have successfully devised ways to create a nurturing and supporting educational environment. Take for example the parents of  young Black prodigy, twelve year-old, Stephen R. Stafford, II who is currently a student at Morehouse College. His parents took an active role to address the inadequate learning environment their child was experiencing.
In addition, Stephen’s mother Michelle Brown-Stafford now offers a website to help other parents uncover practical alternatives and solutions for today’s learning dilemmas. This is the type of sharing that is part of our culture. As we re-emphasize these values we can begin to address education, economic development, and race esteem simultaneously

As a random act of kindness encourage someone to be the best they can be  Be a Blessing give a

Choices

It's that time of the of the year again.   Time for our kids to go back to school.  As parents we have a moral and spiritual obligation to educate and motivate our future leaders.

Philippians 4:8New International Version (NIV)

⁸ Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.
At 14 years old, Tony Hansberry Jr. developed a new suture method for hysterectomy patients. As a result of the work of the young genius, the time it takes doctors to perform hysterectomies and the potential risk of complications has been reduced.

Ton Hansberry Jr.

At age 12, Hansberry’s parents exposed him to the field of medicine by sending him to the Darnell-Cookman School of the Medical Arts in Jacksonville, Fla.
His invention came about when they sent him to an internship at the University of Florida’s Center for Simulation Education the next summer, where he was able to participate in hands-on simulated medical work.

This  entire week will dedicated to kids who have chosen to use their God given treasures for positive living. I am sure you notice all of the young people like Tony has a positive strong parent.  At 12 Tony's parents choice to send him to Darnell Cookman was great.

As a random act of kindness help sponsor a kid in a positive way.  Be a Blessing give a Blessing!