Category Archives: Thursdays with Ify

Am I At a Comma, Semi-Colon…or a Period

Posted on April 23, 2015 by boldandfab

Grammar was a subject that I oddly enjoyed growing up.  Sentence trees, spelling contests, pop spelling tests–I was all about it.  I very rarely misspell, except for that one time where I was so excited that I was one of … Continue reading →

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Seeking God or Seeking Seasons?

Posted on April 16, 2015 by boldandfab

Spring. Birds Chirping. Breeze flowing. And allergies. Yes, the same season of blossoming also at times is a time of pollen attacks, watery eyes, and congestion.  Even in or spiritual walk, the seasons in our life which invite growth often … Continue reading →

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Peace/Piece Maker: Gauging If You’re Building or Breaking Others

Posted on March 26, 2015 by boldandfab

Is she putting the eye in?  Or pulling it out?  While looking for a graphic for this piece, I thought how perfect this one was, how many ways one could interpret this piece–and how applicable it is to our every … Continue reading →

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Trayvon Martin, Bobbi Kristina, and Our Future

Posted on February 5, 2015 by boldandfab

I spent the day reflecting on the fact that today, Trayvon Benjamin Martin would have been 20. I skimmed through the reports of Bobbi Kristina’s debilitating condition as she lays in an Atlanta hospital fighting for her life.  She is … Continue reading →

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Top 3 People You Have to Pray For…Like Right Now

Posted on January 29, 2015 by boldandfab

Praying is not an easy habit. Sometimes it’s just a list of grievances (I cannot believe this ish happened to me today, Jesus!). Other times, it’s a Christmas layaway plan (I want this, and I want that…but only if it’s … Continue reading →

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You Lookin’ to be HAPPY, or Fixin’ to be GREAT?

Posted on January 22, 2015 by boldandfab

I used to resent my strict upbringing. As a child, my dad had just a few rules for me, but it seemed that each rule was a blanket that cover a multitude of areas. At times, I felt I was … Continue reading →

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The Edge of the Mountaintop: Reflection on King’s Final Speech

Posted on January 15, 2015 by boldandfab

Is it possible that part of the reason why God does not reveal all that you are asking for is because you may not be able to handle all that comes with what you are asking for?

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Je Suis Charlie. NAACP Bombing. The Power of Voice…and Silence

Posted on January 8, 2015 by boldandfab

This may be more of a ramble than a polished post.  The last 48 hours have caused me to be reflective about the state of affairs as it relates to our humanity.  Even while working, the humming of my television … Continue reading →

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Process Makes Purpose: Dumping Perfection as a Goal

Posted on January 1, 2015 by boldandfab

PART 1: Before You Cut Another Glossy Magazine For Your Vision Board We’ve all heard the saying “practice makes perfect.”  It’s been drilled in our heads since we were learning to tie our shoes or french braid or long division.  … Continue reading →

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Jericho to Selma to Ferguson: 7 Reasons Not to Abandon the March

Posted on December 4, 2014 by boldandfab

“By faith the walls of Jericho fell, after the army had marched around them for seven days.“- Hebrews 11:30 This passage in Hebrews is a short summary of Joshua 6:1-27: the story of Joshua leading an army after God gave … Continue reading →

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