Every year I endure the same trauma at my doctor’s office—the drawing of blood. Why, traumatic? The answer lies in the words of a lab tech during one visit. “Your veins are itty bitty, Mrs. Friday.” Gee…yay for me. And to add more apprehension, the veins on my arms refuse to come out of hiding. Like a game of hide-and-seek, lab techs armed with needles make several attempts to seek an appropriate candidate—but to no avail. Although I’m already bruised and lightheaded. Then, the lab Continue Reading
Easter – Celebration of Hope for All Christians {Atlanta Journal Constitution}
This article was published on Patricia’s column for the Atlanta Journal Constitution on Saturday – April 15, 2017. The small family of Jewish slaves sat on the floor of their small hut, eating the lamb that was slain. Their sandals were on their feet and they were dressed for the journey. Their sparse belongings were tied inside small sacks that each family member would carry when their leader, Moses, sent word that it was time to go. Screams could be heard throughout the land. Mothers Continue Reading
