Sunday, June 29, 2014

“Brave New World”

"Shimmering Brook" photo by Pheralyn Dove
Bold Thoughts lead to Bold
Actions. Bold Actions lead to
Bold New Existence.

“The Best is Yet to Come”

"Tiger Lily" photo by Pheralyn Dove
Be willing to change.
Trade in negative patterns.
Adopt new beliefs.

“Little Jimmy Scott: July 17, 1925 – June 12, 2014”

Little Jimmy Scott - Rest in Peace
Little Jimmy Scott's
searing vocals pierced straight through
your heart to your soul.




Saturday, June 28, 2014

“Activate the Power Within”

 
"Summer Breeze" photo by Pheralyn Dove
Process your thoughts with
Purpose and Intention. Guide
them toward your goals.

Rest in Paradise Bobby Womack


Rest in Paradise Bobby Womack
March 4, 1944 - June 27, 2014
Bobby Womack, our
Majestic Rhythm & Blues
Genius, has passed on.

Friday, June 27, 2014

“Timeless Beauty, Ageless Grace”

"Sister Spirit, Sister Love"
Esther D. Dove - Age 86 & Rhoda Dingle, Age 84
She’s an amazing,
wise, virtuoso of life.
She’s my Aunt Rhoda.
 On June 27, 2014, an extraordinary woman by the name of Rhoda Dingle celebrated 84 years of grace, beauty, wisdom. She’s a griot, constantly re-telling the histories, the stories of the past. She’s an educator, an intellectual. She’s love and devotion exemplified. She’s a brilliant aesthete, a discerning connoisseur of art and culture. She’s a reverent Woman of God. She’s my Mother’s sister. She’s my Aunt Rhoda. Happy Birthday, Auntie.  Love You!



“Peace Be Still”

"Precious Pink Peony" photo by Pheralyn Dove
Breathe in Peace when you
seek inspiration. Sit still
and summon the Muse.

Saturday, June 21, 2014

Sweet Summer Solstice

"Hydrangeas" photo by Pheralyn Dove
Summer Solstice marks
our halfway dance through the year.
Take time to give praise.

Friday, June 20, 2014

“Swan Song for Horace Silver"


September 2, 1928 - June 18, 2014

Bless Your Song For Our
Fathers & Your Legacy of
Rich, Soulful Tunes.

Tuesday, June 17, 2014

"Smiling Now, For the Angels"

 Ascended to the Angels Saturday, June 14, 2014 at the age of 38.
It's "Taps" for Harwood.
His day is done. Gone is our
Sun. Star gleams brightly.

"Rest in Paradise Harwood Duncan:  1975 - 2014"

"Ascension Time"

Corbitt D. Banks made transition on Father's Day, Sunday, June 15, 2014 at the age of 71.
Jubilation is
the Praise Song of Ancestors:
"Welcome Corbitt Banks!"

Thursday, June 12, 2014

Rest in Peace Ruby Dee: 1922-2014

Haiku for Ruby Dee
October 27, 1922 - June 11, 2014

Uphold the teachings
of our revered Elders, now
that they have passed on.



Asante Sana. Peace & Blessings Always.

Wednesday, June 11, 2014

On Being Disciplined


"Chrysanthemums" photo by Pheralyn Dove

Being disciplined
leads to freedom; being free
leads to abundance.



Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Happy 64th Wedding Anniversary Mom and Dad



Samuel C. Dove, Sr. & Esther D. Dove were married June 4, 1950

Happy  64th ! Wedding Anniversary Mom and Dad

Your infinite grace,
wisdom and knowledge  make this
world a better place.

My parents – Samuel C. Dove, Sr.  and Esther D. Dove  -  were married on Sunday, June 4, 1950, which means June 4, 2014 is their 64th wedding anniversary!  Their witnesses at the ceremony were my Dad’s brother, Ulysses Dove, Sr. and his wife, Ruth Dove (who are both now at peace - resting in heaven.) I am thankful, grateful and awed that my Mom and my Dad are still here to witness this special day. Two amazing people celebrating an amazing accomplishment. 
God Bless you Mom and Dad. 
I love you with all my heart and soul.
Asante Sana. Peace and Blessings Always.