“As you open up and out to the world, as you grow in awareness and empathy for human beings in nations near and far, you may see more acutely, or perhaps anew, the condition of those in your own backyard. This revelation, no matter how great or small, should not be an end in itself. It should…se... more

“As you open up and out to the world, as you grow in awareness and empathy for human beings in nations near and far, you may see more acutely, or perhaps anew, the condition of those in your own backyard. This revelation, no matter how great or small, should not be an end in itself. It should…serve as a catalyst to your becoming an agent of change. It should bring to your remembrance the second part of the slogan from the Women’s Conference in Nairobi: the imperative to ‘act locally.’”

~Frances Beal
American social activist

Morning Kelly,
Among Us:
“Anything I’ve ever done that ultimately was worthwhile…initially scared me to death.”
~Betty Bender
Answer the quiz and your name will be entered in a monthly drawing. Post your reply to the comment box. Must include your e-mail... more

Morning Kelly,

Among Us:

“Anything I’ve ever done that ultimately was worthwhile…initially scared me to death.”
~Betty Bender

Answer the quiz and your name will be entered in a monthly drawing. Post your reply to the comment box. Must include your e-mail to be eligible to win. Post answer at the blog:

www.coloronline.blogspot.com

QUIZ #6

Name this term

"The natural rhythm of language caused by the alteration of accented and unaccented syllables. Much of moderation poetry- notably free verse- deliberately manipulates [fill in] to create complex rhythmic effects."

Hi Kelly,
I am glad you are impressed with what we are attempting with Color Online. Please visit our blog, we celebrate women. You don't have to be a teen to appreciate the site. We would be truly grateful if you would spread the word about us, encourage young women to participate and to... more

Hi Kelly,

I am glad you are impressed with what we are attempting with Color Online. Please visit our blog, we celebrate women. You don't have to be a teen to appreciate the site. We would be truly grateful if you would spread the word about us, encourage young women to participate and to ask other to support us with either book donations or any of form of support they are willing to give. If you have any suggestions how we can reach more potential participants, please let me know.

Peace,
L