KWANZAA

Happy Kwanzaa Bookworms

I hope that you all are enjoying the holidays with loved ones and friends. Today is the beginning of Kwanzaa! In my research, I have found that Kwanzaa is a celebration of African American Culture and Tradition. Kwanzaa is not a religious holiday but a cultural holiday invented in 1966 to promote African Americans connecting with their culture and heritage. It is celebrated for seven days, starting today. It can be celebrated along with Christmas as it is simply a cultural holiday not a religious one. I think this is an amazing way to share our culture, traditions, and heritage with our families. I love learning new traditions, especially ones that help me to learn about my history. I look forward to sharing this one with my family. You can learn more about Kwanzaa and how to celebrate the culture at.. https://m.wikihow.com/Celebrate-Kwanzaa or just google it :)

Fun Facts:

Kwanzaa = First Fruits

Habari Gani = What is the news?

Kinara = a seven pronged candle holder

Zawadi = various gifts for the children

Kikombe cha Umoja = a cup to represent family and community unity

Each day of Kwanzaa the response to "Habari Gani" changes. Today's response is "Umoja" which means Unity. Happy Celebrating!

I was Young but I was not a Child

Royalty

A true queen in her time, this books captures the story of the Great Nzingha.

It was a quick read but very interesting. Only 90 pages tell her story and the remaining 46 pages include pictures of african artifacts, slave trade practices, facts about Nzingha, and traditions practiced in Angola, Africa back in 1595.

If I could compare it to anything, reading this book was like watching a short Netflix documentary and wanting more. LOL

I picked up this book from my cousin's library last year. I tend to snoop through her book collection when I visit her. She is a reader like me so I like to raid her stash for goodies and this one stood out to me. 

Laughing to myself I thought, homegirl is serving on this cover! 

So I opened the book of course to skim over a few pages and decided I was taking this one home to really dig into. I grabbed some others too but I'll share those later :)

My favorite thing about this book is how Nzingha carried herself. Here is a brief excerpt:

"But on the floor, I would have been below the (portuguese)governor, who was seated in a chair. I did not want to negotiate from a position of weakness. I called for one of the guards who attended us.  Whispering to him what i wanted him to do , he willingly obeyed. He bent over and made a bench. Seated upon his back, I motioned for the governor to continue. Clearly, he was baffled as I knew he would be. I was young, but I was not a child."

Nzingha refused to participate in the slave trade until she died. She spoke several languages and was a great leader and protector for her people. She was the daughter of a King and she never forgot it.

I recommend this quick read for everyone even school age girls. I think a young girl could benefit from knowing how to carry herself and a lady could simply be reminded she is Royalty honey. Never let anyone look down on you. Wear your crown! 

I truly appreciate the queens before us. I am so grateful I found this great read and I hope you take some time to get to know Nzingha. A Queen, warrior, and an honorable woman.

We appreciate your feedback. Let us know your thoughts, questions, or opinions about this book below. I have a copy and I am willing to share, but it could likely be purchased at half price books or amazon.com. 

*Keep your head in the books *

Floetic

Happy Halloween!!

In honor of my favorite Holiday I want to share a little poem with you all. I couldn't sleep one night and these words came to me. Let me know your thoughts. Enjoy!

Serendipity

I think about it sometimes

I think about a secret rendezvous

Us running wild holding hands in different cities.

Slipping into fancy hotels ripping lace and kissing face.

A complete disgrace.

The thrill too big for all this passion to go to waste.

Tell me you want me for yourself and we laugh at the possibility.

Bite me, scratch me, and try to leave marks..you hope he catches on and throws me to you.

We do this often and i think we should stop...don't want him to hurt you.

The caress of your skin against mine is growing too familiar

The smile you give me in the night time hours is stuck with me.

All through my days I smile at you but you're not even there.

You're the stranger in the distance or a little girl on the train.

Always in my mind. Loving you in my brain.

I wish I could have you but this feels so great.

We share our right nows before its too late.

Your smell is like sweet nectar.

Your voice seduces me and your eyes undress me.

I am always naked with you. Scrambling for my clothes.

WHAT did you do to me. Mind games I suppose.

Even our innocent talk is filled with lust.

We can stop right here but I just have to know.

It was cool with me if we had took it slow.

But you savage you had to take me and you just took it. 

Well I didn't stop you and I can't because it's not just you it's me.

I think I want it more than you

I love the way you move.

If I get nothing else from life I want this.

This feels amazing and I am caught up with you

I'm into you being into me.

These secret cities we create.

I could get lost in your world but I have my own world too.

For now, I just want to lay under the stars with you.

By T.T.

Mr. Ruiz

Happy October Bookworms :)

Book of the Month: 

The Mastery of LOVE by Don Miguel Ruiz

In a few short words. This book changed my life. Don Miguel Ruiz is a genius to me. This book is an enlightening view on life and love. For those who are spiritual this book, in my opinion, is an amazing read and it was a huge eye opener for me. 

The title of this book caught my eye quickly. I was with a friend one day and he picked up this book and read a few pages during our quiet moments. When he put it down on the table near me I picked it up, intrigued by the title, and began to read the first chapter. After 15 minutes passed I was headed for chapter 3 and before it was time to go, I exclaimed quickly, I need a copy of that book! So I bought a copy and I am so glad I did.

In just a few short pages I was hooked. It felt like the answer to a lot of life's questions. No one knows it all, but Mr. Ruiz is very insightful. If you are prepared for an enlightened experience pick this book up soon. I recommend Half Price Books as this may be one you want to keep around for reference. Let us know your thoughts on this book if you have read it. If not ask us some questions. We would love to hear your feedback.

I recently visited the National African American Museum in Washington D.C.  

It was amazing! Here is a picture of me scoping out some good books written by African American authors. I recommend this place to all! :)

Booked and Busy

About TT:

Welcome to my book blog. Here is a little cyberspace where I can exchange books, information, and insight about the books I love to read with each and every one of you.  I'm a very busy girl but I love a good book and a great adventure.

HOW THIS WORKS: I will share the books I've read with you and a little review. Sharing is Caring, let me know if you have a good book you'd like me to read. I'll check it out. Please leave your comments, opinions, questions , and concerns under each featured book in the comments section. I'd love to hear what everyone thinks.

Fiction, Non-Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, Sci- Fi, History, Spirituality, Comedy, and Self Help books are all welcomed. An open book is an open mind and I hope this is something you all enjoy.

Stay tuned and keep your head in the books.