BLOG TOUR | Vanessa Richardson

Vanessa, describe yourself for our visitors.

I am a sister, daughter, friend, and lover of Christ. Who happens to also be an author, poet, and playwright. I love meeting new and interesting people.

How do you find time to connect with God?

I make the time. When I wake up in the morning. There is a thank you. Even when I am sleeping I can suddenly awake and say thank you, Jesus. This was not always so. I have been condition to do so. I suffered from a physical ailment for seven years. I would pray morning and night. Literally because of the physical pain I endured. I slept with chest tubes in my lung, due to repetitive lung collapsed. But there is glory in my story. I am connected with God.

INTERVIEW | Dr. Neal Hall

Dr. Hall, describe yourself for or visitors:

My name is Dr. Neal Hall. I am a graduate of Cornell and Harvard Universities. I am a practicing medical and surgical eye doctor (Ophthalmologist). I have evolved into a poet and author. I began writing poetry in high school; only later in life did I find my voice, vocation and salvation in composing verse.

I’ve recently published a critically acclaimed anthology of verse titled Nigger For Life; reflecting my painful discovery, that in “unspoken America – the real America" race is the one thing on which I am is “first” judged by which I am is “first” measured, “first”, against which my life and accomplishments are metered diminished value, dignity, equality and justice. All of which having everything to do with accessing choice, opportunity, power and freedom in America.

BLOG TOUR | Donna M. Watford

Donna Michele Watford, RN was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She has degrees in Sociology and Health Studies; and currently attends Drexel University Graduate School. She’s married and resides in the Metro Atlanta area.

Donna realized a void in her life after the loss of her mother; it was then she asked God’s permission to share her experiences to offer others encouragement. Embarking on a new journey involving a closer walk with Jesus the Christ, she now shares her journey with Him through writing poems, songs and books. Donna’s goal is to first and foremost give God glory, provide hope in the face of despair, and be encouraging.

BLOG TOUR | Sherri Lewis

Describe yourself for our visitors.

I consider myself a very spiritual person who values having an intimate relationship with God. I also am a very creative person. I love to write books, songs, anything creative. The creative process really makes me feel alive.

How do you find time to connect with God?

I MAKE time every morning to connect with God. I literally fall out of bed and into my prayer room. Then I stay connected to Him all day long. I talk to Him while cooking, cleaning, driving, everything. He’s my absolute best friend. If I miss a day without seriously connecting with Him, I’m off. After a few days of missing Him, I’m not fit to be around other people and can’t even stand myself, so I make intimate time with Him my life’s top priority.

BLOG TOUR | LaShawnda Jones

Describe yourself for our visitors.

I consider myself to be a simple person. I say what I mean and mean what I say. I keep my word. I treat people how I want to be treated. I’m direct, open and honest.

How do you find time to connect with God?

I believe I’m always connected. He’s with me every moment of the day. I acknowledge Him, His presence and His works throughout the day by thanking Him – for the food, the beautiful day, my shelter, my employment, my skills, my clothing – you name it. I continually ask for guidance and His help to keep me in His will.

INTERVIEW | K.M. Johnson

K.M., the title of your book is, Knowing The Struggle Is Over! which is very fitting for the current economic situation. I know some people may be wondering, though, what exactly is the struggle?

Honestly, I get that question often. The struggle is not your typical financial situation, or necessarily an addiction that I am speaking of. Though those are two great examples, a struggle is actually any situation, trial or tribulation you may find yourself in. When you find yourself in a struggle, it often means that you have come to a point where you must make a decision and ultimately a choice! I say this with the understanding that everything we do daily is a choice. Whether or not we say or do something is a decision that we as a person have consciously made on our own, regardless if it is wrong or right.