I like seeing things that you don't normally see. Black people are so diverse, we do so many things, we have given so much to this world - and we are constantly giving.

Im a realist, not a sugar coater. I believe in always letting people know what their obstacles are. And at the end of the day, I just want to be respected for my hard work.

I didn't plan on being a single mom, but you have to deal with the cards you are dealt the best way you can.

I used to go with solid blue, but recently I've found that a mix of red and green is a better fit for my personality.

An innocent little human being was solely dependent on me! I took all the CPR and breastfeeding classes and learned quite a bit.

There are some universal elements when it comes to motherhood - especially for Black moms. Black women are selfless. Many women think of their children before they think about themselves.

Everybody's problem is not yours, regardless of marriage and relationships, and I think women sometimes have to shed "what we think it should be" and address "what it is".

While there's plenty to be said for drive and talent, it was my parents' support that started me on the path that led me here today.

Imitating someone is the mediocre way of getting humanity back to what we evolved from.

Using int made sense in the 50s. Not any more

I think pastors are the worst listeners. We're so used to speaking, teaching, giving answers. We must learn to be quiet, quit being so verbal, learn to pay attention to what's going on, and listen.

You must have total and impeccable trust in eternity. Whether you like it or not, eternity's in charge, so you might as well trust. You will feel better.

While I have served in public office for 30 years, my professional training is as a pharmacist, not a lawyer or an accountant.

Hearing loss very often is such a gradual phenomenon that the person is in denial. You really have to be patient with them in getting them to come forward to get help.

I've always wanted to perform on the London stage.

My father turned my life around insisting I be more than I was and by believing I could be more.

Our children's health and well-being are dependent on our commitment to promoting food access and good eating habits at home, at school and in the community.

The same government that brought you urban renewal is likely to make an even worse mess of suburban renewal.