What Is Your Monday Song?

Greetings Family & Friends,

Here is my Monday song.  My prayer is that it provides hope to those who may be struggling to be hopeful and to find peace.  You are special and a gift to this world. You matter.

"Beautiful Things Out of Dust," Gungor  Posted by +Luke Schoenhals

With inspiration,
Oreadea

HairCare Friday

Hello Friends & Family,

Welcome back to HairCare Friday...

Ms. Danti1 with a flat twist out tutorial

SimplYounique growing your hair and length retention

Natural Hair Inspiration by Razorempress

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Oreadea

Holiday Thrift Outfits and Makeup

Hello Family & Friends,

ColouredBeautiful did a very thrifty holiday outfits video.  She titled it "Ugly Christmas Lookbook," but for the most part, I like the outfits.  Check it out.

Holiday Makeup Tutorial by Jaz Jackson

*Note:  The "Honor of Men" will resume New Year's Day.

With inspiration,
Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Hello Family & Friends,

Here is my Monday song.
Smokie Norful "I Need You Know"  Posted by +BrothaAjay2

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Oreadea

When Someone Hurts You

Hello Strong Men, It seems that I have been having conversations with so many hurt or simply unhappy people lately.      I feel compelled to blog on the subject.  You know, I see hurt as something felt in a place that is considered indescribable and unreachable.  Hurt can take one to a place of surrender, wherein, you give in to what you have been fighting against.  For example, someone may be determined not to be emotionally affected by someone close to them that puts them down, but, the day comes when everything makes for the perfect storm, that person's mood, the fact that they have begun to be affected by the person, even fatigue and it happens, the melt down, when all emotions are on the loose and the pressure cooker explodes.    

I had various conversations with individuals that touched on reasons why they feel hurt or unhappy.  So, I am thinking, what can I say to ease their hurt or unhappiness, but, it is good to listen at times, and say nothing other than a prayer in your heart. I am not an expert who can say, do this and you will be rid of all hurt and unhappiness.  But, I do know from experience that prayer and actively working on becoming strong is vital in healing.  Sometimes, the people that we let into our lives do not have overall good intentions and do not reciprocate your kindness, real sense of friendship and genuine compassion for them.  In some cases, there are relationships and friendships that are broken because one hurt the other.

I could go through many situations where people become hurt and unhappy.  I will add that decisions we make are not always good ones and therefore, we somewhat dig our own ditch.  But, what I want to do is encourage anyone reading this who is hurt and just can not figure out why this happened.  First, I say, for every moment that you want to play back what happened, don't, pray instead,  give yourself room to feel the sadness that it brings then, be thankful for the revelation.  Sometimes, when we see things after the fact, we get upset, which is human, but, be thankful too that you know now what you did not before.  Second, I want to say, do not place blame on you for not seeing or maybe you did m, and decided to ignore signs.  All you can do from here is take in the lesson and apply it to your future.  Give yourself credit for even feeling hurt.  Some people just are cold and care very little.  Just to have feelings that are real and can be extended to another is in its own way a blessing.  If you are caring and loving, remain that way.  Do not become bitter and begin to build the highest emotional wall ever, just be thankful for the heart that you have to be kind, gentle, thoughtful, understanding and good, by no means does this make you gullible.  It makes you human, living in God's light.

Let God help.

With inspiration, Oreadea

HairCare Friday

Welcome back to HairCare Friday

FusionCultures Tutorial Video on a1950's Pin Up Do
 
Winter Fashion Trends by TheChickNatural

Natural Hair Inspiration Posted by Demitria O  Song "Keep On" & "I Am Here"  Jill Scott

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Oreadea

Men of Honor

Welcome back to "Men of Honor."

Take your dreams to the next level, have faith you. You have what it takes.

Tyler Perry "How to Be Successful"  Posted by Style Magazine


+Wesley Medeoli "Take It To The Next Level"

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Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Hello Family & Friends,

The promise that God made over your life, He shall deliver, but you must believe Him.
"The Promise"  Y'Anna Crawley  Posted by dakobe McDonald


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Oreadea

HairCare Friday

Welcome back:)

Here is Ms. Vaughn with a top knot bun tutorial
               Find inexpensive shoes by ItsmyRayeRaye              Modern 60's Makeup by "Beatfacehoney"            Natural Hair Inspiration by Naptural85

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Oreadea

Monday Song Tribute to Sir Nelson Mandela

*This Post Will Stay Up Until Thursday

Nelson Mandela

The Words of
Nelson Mandela

"It always seems impossible until it's done." "
"Amazing Grace"  The Late Mahalia Jackson

With inspiration,
Oreadea

HairCare Friday

Hello Family & Friends,

Welcome back to HairCare Friday.

4 Easy Hairstyles for Short Hair by +Queen teshna

Lipstick Haul by Shameless Maya

Natural Hair Inspiration by Taren Guy

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Oreadea

My Interview With AcousticPopSoul Singer/Songwriter Cecily

Hello Family & Friends,

Here is my interview with Cecily and wow, listen to her sing a snippet of her 2012 single.
Cecily Alexa Bumbray

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Oreadea

Men of Honor

Welcome back to Men of Honor.

I am so glad that I will be providing interviews that I will conduct with men across all ages that are making their dreams come true.  Get ready.
Les Brown "Unwrap Your Infinite Greatness"  Posted by MindsetElevation
Israel Houghton "Moving Forward"  

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Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Hello Family & Friends,

Here is my Monday song....

Mali Music "Make Me Betta"   Posted by +ELCkrump0wen

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Oreadea

HairCare Friday

Hello Family & Friends,

Welcome back to HairCare Friday.

Here is a protective style tutorial by SimplYounique
  Coloured Beautiful
Natural Hair Inspiration by +lee angle 

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Oreadea

Men of Honor

Hello Strong Men & Women,

We are lifting up men today.  You deserve to be motivated and encouraged to keep going.  Your days are not always good, but, you get through it and for that, you are Strong Men of Honor.  This is also dedicated to a special man, Paul, who is there for me and has my back, no matter what.

 "Men of Honor"

Posted by: RedFrost Motivation

                Fred Hammond "Lord Your Grace"  posted Groove4dayz

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Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Here was my song for Monday.

I was speaking to someone yesterday about relationships and I told her that one can not just feel that the world does not go on without the other person, because, it does and so can you.

Relationships are not easy, but that is different from having someone in your life that does not feel the same as you or who has no interest in commitment.  The right person is out there, where, who knows, they could be in another state or country unknowingly making their way to you.


Fantasia "Lose To Win"

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Oreadea

HairCare Friday

Hello Family & Friends,

Natural Hair Braid Out by Mahogany Curls


Thanksgiving Makeup Tutorial by Beatfacehoney


Natural Hair Inspiration by Sasham15

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Oreadea

Men of Honor

Hello Family & Friends,

Men, as the holiday season rushes in, I know that the pressures of the holidays, bills etc. may weigh upon you, but remember to not move in haste and just pray.  The holiday is a very intense time for many families, especially those that are struggling, but family is a blessing and is really  what matters, spending time together, giving thanks for one another, giving hugs and saying "I love you."  Just to be able to see family members another year, is the biggest gift.  So, don't let the commercial side of the holidays stress you o.k.:)  Just my two cents.
Les Brown "Unwrap Your Infinite Greatness"  Posted by +MindsetElevation

Deitrick Haddon "Prayer Changes Things"  Posted by +preciousone2015

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Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Hello Everyone,

I have been quite under the weather and needed rest.  I tried to keep up, but ...... My take away from this is, as I am still in the process of getting better, I can not do it all, I am not wonder woman and I have to pace myself.  I have so many things that I am working on and want to do, but the fact remains, I am one person.   So, everyone, you are only one person, do not try to conquer the mountain, take one thing at a time.

With that said, here is the Monday Song.
You Are Holy, Prince of Peace - Newsong   Posted by Heber Vega

With inspiration,
Oreadea

Men of Honor

Hello Family & Friends,

This video is so inspiring. Men, you must believe that you can get back up, if you fall. You absolutely can.

Nick Vujicic  posted by Darwin Gutierrez

Nicole Mullen "To God Be The Glory/My Redeemer Lives by nicolecmullenmusic

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Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Hello Family & Friends,

I always hope that the Monday song can start your week out with a good message or some form of support to keep going.  I hope this one does.


       I Smile (Cover) Jamie Grace  - Kirk Franklin/Indie Arie Medley

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Oreadea

HairCare Friday

Hello Family & Friends,

Correction - Tameka Love, Natural Hairstylist will begin contributing to the blog on next Friday.  

Here is a nice chunky flat twist protective style tutorial by +NaturalMetra


Makeup tutorial by Beatfacehoney

Inspirational Natural Hair Video by +Fuzzy Shaniqua 

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Oreadea

Get To The Point With Trueyouness

Hello Family & Friends,

With inspiration,
Oreadea

Men of Honor

Hello Family & Friends,

The "Honor of Men" is coming to my youtube show starting in December.  I will keep you posted and I will keep it here on my blog every Wednesday, so, no worries.

Eric Thomas "Chase Your Passion"  Posted by +Duncan McCreary



Kirk Franklin "Declaration  Posted by: KirkFranklinVevo


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Oreadea

Break The Chain of Negativity

Strong Men & Women,

Negativity is toxic and we have to practice daily to be positive.  Some people just have a good disposition and see the glass as half full, but, not everyone is wired that way, maybe the environment in which they grew up was not too happy, this plays out in one's life.  However, it is vital to purposefully seek to be positive, to think and talk positive.  It is also vital to clear out the mind and get rid of old and new thoughts that are poisonous to you.

Prayer is so important in the process of the renewing of the mind.  If you are use to negative thoughts then it certainly is a process to change and maintain the change.  One may change for a day, but the key is not to revert back to that which is toxic.  Something that is toxic does not always have a sudden effect, but overtime it can take a toll on the mind, body and soul.  So, it takes prayer, faith and effort to rid yourself of negativity.  It is good to ask yourself, "what and possibly who is toxic to me and what steps do I need to take to capture all that is positive, so that I may be positive?"  At times this is in spite of, because, there are certain people that you may have to be around who are not necessarily positive, but you can not change that, however, you can pray for them and make sure not to take on any of their negative ways or let it affect your process to be positive.  How do you do this?  Well, first, make up in your mind that you are actively pursuing happiness and peace of mind. Although, you may be inside of a negative environment, you are going to think of the best way to not be of it and maintain your process.  This may mean if a negative comment is made in your presence you tell yourself that you have no comment and that you will not engage in one, you may have to remove yourself from the environment for awhile and leave negative to its own space, you may have to begin to discover how to simply do things that bring you joy, you may need to consider having a talk with that person if they are significant in your life and give them a gentle notification that you are not about being negative and not to expect any conversations that are not positive from you.

Negativity brings on stress and frankly is irritating to one's ability to just be.  Constant negativity is no good and you have to work on replacing it with positive thoughts, people, things, reminders.  Keep a scripture in mind or even written on paper and placed in your pocket, but keep a reminder of where your head needs to stay.  Keep combating the negative, it seems to have its own energy to thrive so you have to have energy to thrive too, but with a positive attitude.  Free yourself from negativity and plan to move your life to letting others keep their negative ways, not taking on negative conversations, and understanding that negativity is toxic.

Start today to make strides to really put positivity in front of you.  Do not share in negativity, just do not take it on.  Everyday, be productive to working on positive, and you will draw positive things and people your way.


Tasha Cobb "Break Every Chain"  Posted by +lawrence james


With inspiration,
Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Hello Family & Friends,

Here is my Monday song.  As always, I hope that it touches someone.   We must believe that in the storm, we will get through and that in the storm we are strong and shall give praises in and out of the storm.  The storm is for but one moment in our lives, but God's refuge and strength are infinite.  May the song give you assurance.
                                                              "The Rainbow"  Vickie Winans  Posted T Green

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Oreadea

HairCare Friday

Hello Family & Friends,

 

Tameka Love, Natural Hair Care Stylist

Announcing Tameka Love, Natural Hair Care Stylist of A Natural Love of Hair at Freeman's Barber & Beauty. She will be a contributor every second Friday. 

She will share her expertise on caring for natural hair, length retention, styling and simply maintaining healthy hair.  She is incredibly artistic in her styling and extremely well versed on natural hair.  


Ms. Love has over 20 years of experience as a natural hair stylist and enjoys every minute of it.  It is a pleasure to have her aboard.  She will begin as a Contributor  Friday, November 8.   


Thank you Angela Clay, Founder & Editor-in-Chief of Liberated Strands Magazine for the mention http://liberatedstrands.com/.   I encourage everyone to visit her online magazine. It was a pleasure to meet her.

Here is lovelyanneka with an up do tutorial.  This is a great protective style.



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Oreadea

Don't Get Discouraged

Hello Family & Friends,

Here is the video from my youtube show "Get To The Point With Trueyouness."




Marvin Sapp "The Best In Me"  Posted by MarvinSappVevo

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Oreadea

Men of Honor

Hello Family & Friends,

Welcome back to "Men of Honor"

"Attitude Makes All The Difference" Zig Ziglar Posted bt: RyanBean82

"Let Go and Let God" Dewayne Woods Posted by Stan Moore

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Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Hello Everyone,

Here is my Monday song and no matter what you may be going through be encouraged:)

"God is Able" Smokie Norful Posted by New Beginnings Church

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Oreadea

HairCare Friday

Hello Family & Friends,

HairCare Friday will be posted until Sunday, due to technical difficulties with the youtube channel.  Next week, HairCare Friday will be posted on schedule.

It is that time for protective styling.  Here is Ms. Vaughn with a protective style tutorial.
 Here is Ms. Vaughn in her natural hair music video.
 

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Oreadea

Get To The Point With True Youness

Hello Family & Friends,

Again, there was technical difficulty with my video for Thursday's youtube show.  However, I did not get discouraged, but used the experience as a title for next Thursday "Don't Get Discouraged."  However, for this week I will move HairCare Friday to Saturday and the regular schedule will resume next week.  Without further adieu, here is my video:)
                                                    Breast Cancer Awareness & Show Announcement
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Jonny Diaz "A More Beautiful You"  Posted by Hear It First

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Oreadea

The Honor of Men

Hello Family & Friends,

Welcome to "The Honor of Men"


"Keep The Motivation" Eric Thomas

"No Weapons"  Fred Hammond  Posted by KeKe239

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Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Hello Family & Friends,

Here is my Monday song:)
Jessica Reedy "Something Out of Nothing" Posted by JessicaReedyMusic

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Oreadea

My Youtube Show

Hello Family & Friends,

I had some technical difficulties and was unable to post my video for the Thursday show.  However, here it is in Part I and Part II.  I hope that it helps someone to forgive.

Matthew West "Forgiveness"  Posted by MattStone712

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Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Hello Family & Friends,

Here is the Monday song...
                                      Toby Mac "Speak Life" by TobyMacVevo

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Oreadea

HairCare Friday

Hello Family & Friends,

Don't forget to watch my new youtube show, subscribe if you like what you here and subscribe.  Here is the link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9tupKjKj3o

Here is a video of Taren916 with a curly tutorial

Outfit of The Day (OOTD) and hair with Yolanda Renee
Tribute to Naturals posted by Naptural85

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Oreadea

Announcement, Announcement, Announcement

Hello Family & Friends,

Tomorrow is my youtube channel debut.  I invite you to take a look tomorrow and subscribe if you like what you hear.  The show is titled "Get To The Point With Trueyouness."   Trueyouness is the channel.  I hope that the show helps and inspires viewers.

For my entry tonight, I just want to simply post an inspiring video.  So many people are going through rough situations right now and there is something about music that is encouraging.  We have to praise God in the midst of our troubles.

The Honor of Men

Hello Family & Friends,

Welcome to another, "The Honor of Men."

"What's Your Purpose?"  Les Brown and Eric Thomas   Posted by Beats Re Loaded
Excuse the choice words. The Ultimate Motivational Clip posted by Addicted2SuccessTV With inspiration, Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Hello Family & Friends,

Another Monday song.
                                                                 Le'Andria Johnson "Sooner or Later"  Posted by +Terrance Rolling

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Oreadea

HairCare Friday

Hello Friends & Family,

HairCare Friday......:)

Here is PGNiiecey with a natural hairstyle and her fall fashion haul in the 2nd video. 

A tribute to naturals posted by +Christina Teague

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Oreadea

The Honor of Men

Hello Family & Friends,

Here we go.....


 Eric Thomas (thehiphoppreacher) "Chase Your Passions"


Kirk Franklin "Declaration"

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Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Hello Family & Friends,

Get lifted, here is the Monday song:)
Jamie Grace "Beautiful Day"

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Oreadea

HairCare Friday

Hello Family & Friends,

HairCare Friday (HCF), here we go with a fierce frohawk tutorial by Yolanda Renee

Tribute poem by Kayla Reid

The words of the poem are the expressed feelings of the poet.

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Oreadea

The Honor of Men

Hello Family & Friends,

I am not a man of course, so, I do not know all that a man goes through.  I do know that there are challenges and struggles and hurt that men face.  It is courageous to be strong and to keep going everyday inspite of the heavy weights that you may carry.  I just want you to know that God is with you and sees you and believes in you.

 Leslie Brown (Les) "I Am Going To Make It"
                                                      Ted Winn "God Believes in You"
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Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Hello Family & Friends,

With every song that I post, I truly hope that it inspires someone.

Kurt Carr & The Kurt Carr Singers "I've Seen Him Do It"

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Oreadea

HairCare Friday

Hello Family & Friends,

This is hairstyle is soooo pretty.

Naptural85 Beach Waves
                   From day to night look by bebexo
Tribute to naturals song-India Arie posted by Taren Guy

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Oreadea

The Honor of Men

Hello Family & Friends,

Dreams can come true.  You can do it. You can do it. You, can do it! 

Ray Lewis - Effort, Determination, Motivation
Posted by - purplepandaxball
                
 Roots Ft. John Legend "Fire"  Posted by nbauss3030

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Oreadea

When You Get Tired of Being Tired

Hello Friends & Family,

Keep holding and praying, ask God to hold on to you.  Sometimes, there is no more words to say, there are no more tears to cry, but in your heart and mind go to God in the quiet and lean as hard as you can. God is not going to abandon you, He will offer peace and comfort and will be a tried and true friend.  He will sit with you for as long as you want to sit, He will lend you His shoulder for as long as you need it and will give His hand to hold for as long as you need it to hold.

So, you wonder, how do I go to Him with things being so noisy and chaotic?  What better time to find peace than in the most noise.  You will never be a number to God, you will always be His child, so tell what hurts and everything else you want Him to know and you will begin to feel a calmness that will give you the ability to sit down and rest if you like or just grab a good nap or just take a walk with peace of mind, enjoying the beauty of the birds flying, the trees changing, the freshness of the air, finally, being able to take a good deep breathe.    I am not telling you anything that I have not experienced for myself.  So, if you are tired of being tired, tell God and ask Him to turn it around for you.  It is o.k. to be tired, but keep some sort of pace, do not allow yourself to become stagnant, have you ever watched a runners marathon where the runners get tired and can hardly keep running, at times, they resort to crawling, but they keep trying and keep trying?  They barely have a pace, but they don't stop, that has to be you, don't stop, read scriptures, pray, sing, build an imagination to see yourself stronger, more courageous, whatever it is, you need see it, meditate, write, do something that will keep you moving away from doubt or hopelessness, take a chance on you and God working on things together.

Please excuse the word chosen by the commentator 
                              Posted by Ironman Triathlon 
 
Tamela Mann "Take Me To The King"  Posted by songbirdvixen

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Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Hello Family & Friends,

I hope that this Monday song will encourage and provide some ray of hope.

Acapella +Aires Junior "There's Not a Friend Like The Lowly Jesus" 


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Oreadea

HairCare Friday

Hello Family & Friends,

Check out the 2nd video, beatfacehoney is a natural who has become a celebrity makeup artist and the 3rd video is Alicia James who is a natural and a singer.

A nice natural hairstyle by lovelyanneka

Simple Dramatic Everyday Eyes by Beatfacehoney
"Love Me So Naturally"  Alicia James

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Oreadea

How To Get Up From Being Torn Down

Hello Family & Friends,

The best way to get up from being torn down is to first, keep praying.  We do not know the motivation of others, why they say or do the things that may be hurtful, but, there has to be a point where their motivation is not your focus.  You must begin to stop asking yourself why is this person trying to harm me, why are they trying to tear me down, why have I been the focus of their negative attention.  Don't ask those questions anymore, because they do not hold any real or rational answer for you.  The only thing that you can do is realize that you have to begin to build.  You must build mental and emotional strength to be able to see them small as they are, you must build spiritual strength to see how big God really is and to understand that there is no one on this earth or anywhere that can mess with you when you show yourself strong.  The way to show  yourself strong is to take God with you everywhere and include him in on what you do.  Many times, others will try to bring you down, because they see you as prey and think that they can, but you rise up against it and step all over their plan.

When people have been wounded and belittled it certainly can have an affect, but everyday, tell yourself that you are strong and keep asking God for more and more strength. He will show up in you and others will see your strength and will begin to wonder why they can no longer affect you.  Stop being in fear of people that beat their chest and act so fierce and big, it is just a puff of smoke that they are blowing.  No one can stand against the strength that God gives you, so, take courage and make up your mind that you are stronger and will no longer be in fear of anyone and they can not tear down what God has built up.
Fred Hammond "They That Wait" Posted by msitsthegodinme

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Oreadea

The Honor of Men

Hello Family & Friends,

We are here again, "The Honor of Men."  Before we begin, I want to thank Eric Thomas, thehiphoppreacher for his permission to post his videos.

Some of you may not know, but I am a poet.  A poem that I composed titled "The Honor of A Man" is below the video.

Here we go - "I Can, I Will, I Must, I Did"  thehiphoppreacher (Eric Thomas)

The Honor of A  Man

Who Can Profess To Understand

The Experiences, The Sacrifices, The Life Of A Man,

But A Man

How Can One Feel The Day To Day

Or Know The Challenges That Come Your Way,

But A Man

Men, You Do Not Always Hear That You Are Great,

That You Are Appreciated And Your Opinion Has Weight,

Your Words And Innovation Can Change World Views

No One Else But You, Can Fit In Your Shoes

You Can Make A Mark, Be A Hard Act To Follow,

A Trail Blazer, A Mover And Shaker,

A Man Of Distinction,

Raising The Stakes For Tomorrow

With Everyday Grow In Integrity,

Stand For Right, Be Strong In Your Belief,

Let The Naysayers Say Nay

Your Definition Of You Is Not Theirs Anyway

Make True The Dream Your Mind’s Eye See,

Take Hold And Charge Of Your Destiny

Let God Lead And You Will Be That Man,

Full Of Honor, esteem, Living His Plan

Let Us Stand And Give An Ovation

To The Men Of Honor Of Every Generation

May You Always Be True

To Yourself, Your Purpose, Most Of All,

To The Man That Is You

                           

Oreadea T.

© 2013

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Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Hello Everyone,

I like to post Monday songs that really inspire me in the moment.  This is my inspiration for today.  It took me a moment to choose this time, but, here it is....

"Moving Forward"  Israel Houghton    Posted by leavethemonkeysalone

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Oreadea

HairCare Friday

Hello Everyone,

Here we go, HairCare Friday - Two quick hairstyles by jadoremycurls

Smokey Eye by cflowermakeup

Tribute to naturals by elpressie


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Oreadea

Don't Stop Believing

Hello Everyone,

Never give up on your hopes, but, believe in them.  I know that it seems so far away sometimes and it is hard to envision you in the position that you see in your mind, but it is possible.  There is no other way to find out how it feels to be you living your dream than to try.   Life is not made up of easy roads and flat lands, it has bendy and rocky roads, some roads detour and others are full of pot holes, but, at times, there will be smooth roads that make the journey a little easier.  However, the journey turns out to be, it is worth the travel to make it there.  The thing to remember is to take God with you.  He will keep you grounded and away from those things that will not get you there in an honest manner.  He will be your compass and give you direction.  You want to get there on your own merit and terms.  Keep your faith a priority and do not worry about how things appear or what others say, just keep your eyes on your goal.
Kutless "What Faith Can Do"  Posted by 2emilyl

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Oreadea

The Honor of Men

Hello Everyone,

I am so happy to announce new segments of the series starting in October.  "The Honor of Men" will begin collaborating with men who have a positive message for you of survival, success and empowerment.  There will be live interviews and event coverage that will hopefully promote motivation and action to pursue your dreams.

The first collaboration/feature will take place Wednesday, October 9, with Humble Tip (Jason Lewis).   Humble Tip is a dynamic Christian Hip Hop Artist traveling the nation spreading his message.  I am glad that he has agreed to record a special video for my blog followers and readers for "The Honor of Men" series.  So, tune in to see Humble Tip and hear his message October 9, but don't forget to keep stopping by every Wednesday.  You can see Humble Tip's live performance in the 3rd video below titled, "They Ain't Ready."

Always remember, God has got you and will not let you fall.

Here we go....., "The Honor of Men."   

Tyler Perry "Tips on How to be Successful"  Posted by Style Magazine

Mali Music "More Than a Conqueror" Posted by +lilmiztweety
Humble Tip (Live Performance) "They Ain't Ready"

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Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Hello Everyone,

Here is my Monday song.  I hope that it inspires.
Jamie Grace "I Am Beautiful"  Candice Glover cover

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Oreadea

HairCare Friday

Hello Everyone,

Here is +Taren Guy with a bantu knot out tutorial
 Beatfacehoney - popular makeup artist does an eye makeup tutorial
                                        A tribute video to naturals posted by Sasham15

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Oreadea

Let God Be Your Help

Hello Everyone,

God is all mighty. There is no power on this earth or anywhere inside or outside of the universe that has power greater than God.  He is our help in times of sadness, suffering and pain.  Have you ever thought of how when you weep, he may be sitting right there beside you with His hand on yours comforting you?  Have you ever had that feeling of comfort during your hardest cry?  All of a sudden, there is a calm that comes over you.  He is so wonderful and empathetic to how we feel.  He will not let us be comfortless.

In the inspirational video posted below shows the late Ron Winans and his sister Ce Ce Winans.  Ron Winan become very ill with his heart and was in a coma.  There was no hope for him to live, but, God step in brought him out of his coma, raised him up and there, you see him singing.  God helped him and gave him back to his family for a little while longer and restored his strength to sing again.

Never feel that God won't, because, He surely will.

Lean on God for your help.
                  The Late Ron Winans and sister Ce Ce Winans  Video posted by bcimasschoir

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Oreadea

The Honor Of Men

 Hello Everyone,

Here we are again with another Wednesday of "The Honor Of Men." I hope that this series helps many. It is intended to inspire and lend hope to the idea and truth that anything is possible. Also, the series will honor men that have made their dreams come true and those working toward their dreams, and yes, those who have a dream.

I can not begin to tell you why this idea came to me, all I know is that I am moving ahead with it.  I remember watching a documentary and it was about poor young black/African American men who lived in impoverished neighborhoods.  Let me just say, that this series is for all races and socioeconomic classes , I am just making a point about the documentary.  So, this documentary interviewed these young men and sadly their was a readiness agreement between them that they would not live past 25, then they began to name neighborhood friends that they lost, not in a year, but in a month.  They also, expressed how they could not get jobs, because of their address and zip code, if they filled out an application for a job they would not get an interview, because once the potential employer saw where they lived, they had no chance.  This is so disheartening, how can success be explained to young men who all agree that they will not live past their 25th birthday?   There has to be a way to spread hope and impress upon others that they can climb high, reach the unreachable dream and believe in what they think is impossible.  I do not know from where this idea for the "Honor of Men" bore, I just know there is a message and I am going to do my best to ensure its delivery.  

There are new aspects to the series that are currently in motion and will be announced in the future. There will be special interviews and event coverage.  So, stay tuned.

The motivational video for Wednesday is by the renowned speaker Les (Leslie) Brown, titled,
"Unwrap Your Infinite Greatness"  Video posted by +MindsetElevation
  Mary Mary "Go Get It" Video posted by watup178

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Oreadea

What Do You Expect?

Hello Everyone,

Begin to change how you perceive your ability to be great.  One to of the first steps to becoming great is to expect greatness.  Never have an inferior mind, you are great, build your confidence and believe that you are worthy and valuable.  So many compare what someone has to what they do not have, but things do not define anyone.  Those with the most can be the most unhappy.  So, learn to cast your eyes on what you want for yourself and claim it.  There is no dream so big that you can not accomplish it.  Expect good energy, positive thoughts, the introduction of positive people into your life and do not look back.  Embrace a change that will bring nothing but great things your way.

"Expect the Great" +Johnathan Nelson  

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Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Hello Everyone,

Prayer is extremely important.  If we remember that there is nothing that our strong God can not do, then, believing becomes easy.  Pray for the increase in faith, if you feel it is not where it should be.  Then, expect increase.  Pray, pray, pray and talk to God and let him know what it's all about, what is on your mind. Well, my dad use to tell me and still does, "If you can just pray while in the storm and find the eye of the storm, God will keep you during the storm, but in a peaceful place."  Can, I just say, that it is true.  I experienced it for myself and had to smile, because it happened for me, God is so awesome.  So, I can say to you from experience, prayer works.

Here is my Monday song:)
Charles & Taylor "Still Gonna Pray"  Posted by +Charslyn Iman

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Oreadea

HairCare Friday

Hello Everyone,

I hope that the previous tutorials were helpful.  This evening is an informative video by Alicia James who is a natural.  She is also a singer, check her out in the second video.
5 Steps To Building A Good Relationship With Your Hair

+Alicia James  "Crazy In Love"  Posted by lyriqualblyss

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Oreadea

Push Your Passion, Be Your Purpose

Hello Everyone,

Push your passion, be your purpose and give it all you've got.  If you want to sing, be the best crooner anyone has ever heard, if you want to be a musician put your heart in every tune, if you want to be a leader, have the biggest nerve to stand alone if you must, because, you believe in your cause, but, push your passion, be your purpose and give it all you've got.  What is your limit you ask?  Are you ready for the answer?  Your limit is 0.  You can go as far as you wish, once you believe.  There are no limits for you, only those made by you.

Push your passion, be your purpose and give it all you've got.  Pray always.


WesleymedeoliTV   Watch the video playlist, the video is above.

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Oreadea

The Honor Of Men

Hello Brothers, Uncles, Fathers, Nephews, Husbands and Sons

This is the very first Wednesday of "The Honor Of Men."  The series is intended to enlighten, encourage, educate and hopefully help to change how you may view yourself. I hope to have special guests that will give you a message of strength and hope.  I do not know how a man's life is everyday, I know that you make many sacrifices and swallow big pills for the sake of family, livelihood or other reasons.  I know that you have days like this, but you must begin to map out how you can truly live your dreams.  Faith is huge when it comes to success and progress and as you take steps toward your dreams, you will actually witness things falling into place.  But, you have to take a chance on you, with a clear focus on God.  Pray and move, pray some more than move, pray again than move.  The journey to your true destiny and purpose is a road that can only be traveled by you.  The path has your name on it, the destination spot is your future, so if it is already there for you, for what are you waiting?  I want you to listen to the video below and take in what is being said.  The words are coming from a man who knows the obstacles, the mountains to climb, how it feels to struggle and most of all how to overcome.  Believe, your change is coming.  The second video is of musical inspiration.

Get Ready:)  Here is etthehiphoppreacher (Eric Thomas)

 
   "A Change Is Gonna Come" Al Green   Video posted by richie2333

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Oreadea

I just Want To Share

Hello Everyone,

I am doing this entry a little early during the day instead of evening due to my schedule, but I really wanted to share this with you.  As you know, I have been going through a situation for awhile and a friend of mine called me really late one night and said that he felt like he should call me.  I am a pretty private person, however, he does know the situation, so, I told him that I could not sleep.  So, he started singing a song to me that I had not heard before, it was so soothing and inspiring, that I slept like a baby that night.  It is such an uplifting song and I really appreciate him for it.  Every night for the rest of that week, he called me and sung "Beautiful Feet," I had no problems sleeping the rest of the week.  Some of you may already know this song, but I just had to share it with you.  This song is so so so beautiful.  It is like God's soft message of comfort.

Don't forget "The Honor Of Men" starts on Wednesday, August 21.

Song by Donald Lawrence "Beautiful Feet"  Posted by Icelady107

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Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Hello Everyone,

Here is a Monday song that I hope encourages you.

Trust God.  He will give you strength.

Song by Building429 "We Won't Be Shaken"

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Oreadea

HairCare Friday

Hello Everyone,

Here is a sassy yet professional hair tutorial by +liquidlinerlover This is a flat twist out with a side roll and tuck.  For those of you who are not sure about how to do flat twist check out +Naptural85 's flat twist
tutorial.
            
Here is a quick nail design tutorial posted by +Nail Art Designs - By superWOWstyle 
A tribute to naturals by Demitria O

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Oreadea

Does The Nail Hurt Yet?

Hello Everyone,

I was reflecting earlier on a conversation that I had with a friend, within that conversation he said, "The nail does not hurt yet."  I asked him what was he talking about?  He went on to tell me a story of a man walking his dog in the park and the man encountered a stranger.  He and the stranger began conversing and while doing so, the dog sat down upon a log.  The stranger said to the man, "your dog just sat on that log, and sat on a nail that was sticking up from it."  The man said to the stranger "when it hurts enough, he will get up."  My friend told me this story awhile ago and it just popped up in my mind.  I began to think, why do we allow ourselves to go through tumultuous situations and continue to sit on that nail that is sticking us, hurting us, bruising us, drawing blood and could be toxic to us?  I think that the answer in part is because, we pray for things to improve, we are faced with uncertainty and our faith becomes weakened. 

I want to encourage you to not wait until the nail that could be rusted causes you damage or harm.  Take a self-assessment of the damage and harm that has been caused thus far, and get off of the nail.  When you begin to pray to God for the increase of your faith and strength begin to get the mindset that God will make you strong and increase your faith to the level that you will stand on his word no matter what.  You will not let fear settle in your heart or doubt in your mind, because people outside of you are just that, people, circumstances outside of your control are not your worry.  Take time to read the Serenity Prayer and take comfort in knowing that somethings we do not have the power to change, but the wisdom to know the difference is power.  Please do not let anyone or your circumstances make you feel compelled to sit on that nail.  The power is not with those people and things, but with God.  He will give you confidence and inner peace and strength that will be a part of you before you realize.  Keep prayer on your lips and speak positivity and life in the midst of adversity and He will meet you right where you are.  Jesus already took the nails for us, so we must show Him that we believe in His sacrifice and courage.  Believe in Him and His Father in Heaven and from this day forward, be strong, be confident, be in faith and watch God move on your behalf.

+vashawn mitchell  "Turning Around For Me"

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Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Hello Everyone,

Here is my Monday song, I hope this worship song inspires you.
Jason Nelson "Shifting the Atmosphere" 

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Oreadea

You Will Be O.k.

Hello Everyone,

Have you tried to tell someone something or ask for help and the person/persons did not want  to hear what you had to say?  Listen, God hears.  Lean and depend on him when you can not get anyone else to hear you.  God will help you to cope and get through your troubles.  God will be your counsel and tell you exactly what to do, and you will be o.k.   I am a witness, He will talk to your heart and go with you when you go through.  He is our Mighty God, Our Strong Tower.
Pastor Marvin Winans "You Just Don't Wanna Know"  Video posted by +Richard Arsenault

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Oreadea


 

HairCare Friday

Hello Everyone,

Well, here we are, a really nice and simple hair tutorial by +colouredBeautiful

Makeup Tutorial by Prettyinhtown
Song India Arie  Video posted by lillie20  (A Tribute to Naturals)

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Oreadea