Mary S. De ShieldsWhy I Celebrate My Mother on My BirthdayAt 33 years old, sixty two years ago, a poor, southern Black woman gave birth to her eighth child. Medical complications of her pregnancy…Nov 22, 2021Nov 22, 2021
Mary S. De ShieldsIn Pursuit of the GreatMy favorite character of Lord of the Rings was Gandolf The Great. Though he seemed to come and go at will, he was ever present but mostly…Oct 11, 2021Oct 11, 2021
Mary S. De ShieldsGoodbye to Girdles and Why a Good Fit is Better Than Fitting In“Home is where you can pull off your girdle and scratch” was Mama’s signature statement as she walked through our front door after Sunday…Oct 6, 2021Oct 6, 2021
Mary S. De ShieldsThe Dog and The Grasshopper and Why the Abortion Debate is not About BabiesI wrote this while watching our grand dog, Dio, as he entertained himself with a grasshopper this morning. He would get close to it, lick…Sep 5, 2021Sep 5, 2021
Mary S. De ShieldsWhy forgiveness is essential to your healthLike exercise, forgiveness is good for you but not fun. And like exercise, greater effort leads to better results.Aug 19, 2021Aug 19, 2021