When I was younger I didn’t think I was going to live too long. I had the classic case of the worry syndrome. I had chest pains, which felt like daggers.  When I would walk or run I would think, “I hope it doesn’t happen again.” I remember going to see a few physicians about it. It didn’t help that one thought I had a hole in my heart.  My doctors...

I have yet to experience a greater love than this. Wait, this may be wrong to say—not really. It is almost 3 AM and I am waking up today as if it were 5 or 6 in the morning. You know— a typical hour that people rise to start their day.  This has been going on for a long time now. This GREAT love I feel, overwhelming. It started to cultivate six years ago and...

I am sitting on top of the world right now. I don’t have any commitments but to take in the scenery of God’s gift, my world– our world. My family is here. My friends wish me well as I take in this beautiful painting– only God could create. I am on more than just another family vacation. The trials my family has gone through, only we would...

I used to be heckled by Sorie after I came out with my poetry book, “Raindrops of Life.” He would say, ” Ay, Mandi when is part II coming out ?”   That had to be around February, February 15, 2006 to be exact.  I was giving two readings at the Robeson Art Gallery at Rutgers University, it was my sophomore year.  I had this new awakening...

Greetings ,   Amanda A. Ebokosia Founder, CEO The Gem Project, Inc. ***Tell friends to Text: THEGEMPROJECT to 22828, to be added on mailing list!   Thanksgiving is finally here. It has been a time for us to reflect on this past year’s results, blessings, and our level of commitment to you and our...

Yesterday I went out with a friend/fellow partner of my organization, The Gem Project. We had the chance to talk about different managerial styles and communication within companies. I caught myself reflecting on the issues I’ve encountered from the inception of developing this project of ours, The Gem Project. It has really left me grounded, while providing...