Grandmothers, Mothers and Women Saving Our Children
Author: cedell29
Founder Geri Collins
In 2002 Grandmothers, mothers and women saving our children was born (GMWSOC) It was time for the hands that rocks the cradles to be heard so the hand burying our children could be put to better use. I knew the problems our children face were huge, the price was high and non-refundable and the currency was their lives.
I’m a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who realized it was going to take a village to raise a child; but the village needed to be fixed by us, (GMW), before we could trust our children to it.
Grandmothers, mothers and women (Gmw), Rosa Parks sat down as one woman and changed a nation, now we must stand and make it better.
🙏🏾 Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.—Ephesians 6:11 (NIV)
Reflection
Each day is a battlefield, but you are not alone. When you step out into the world, God equips you with His armor—truth, righteousness, faith, peace, salvation, and the Word of God. These are not just words but tools to shield you from doubt, fear, and negativity. With God’s armor, you can face challenges with courage, knowing that He walks with you. His serenity becomes your strength.
Today, as you move forward, let His peace calm your soul, His truth guide your steps, and His righteousness guard your heart. No matter what comes your way, remember that you are clothed in divine protection and empowered to stand firm.
Prayer:
Lord, I thank You for equipping me with Your full armor. Fill me with Your peace and courage today as I walk in Your strength. Help me stand firm in faith, knowing You are always with me. Amen.
T.A.D.S. (Take Action Daily Steps):
1. Start with Prayer: Before beginning your day, ask God to strengthen you with His armor.
2. Speak Truth: Remind yourself of God’s promises when challenges arise.
3. Be Mindful: Walk in peace, avoiding unnecessary conflicts or distractions.
4. Take a Stand: Face every situation with faith, knowing God is your defender.
Feel free to join me daily, “in repeating this devotion to stay grounded in serenity.
I Said , “Three, God Said Five, I said I Can’t, God Said, You Can: ”Even teaching my child how to die.
Life has a way of showing us that our plans are just that—our plans. When you surrender to God’s will, you often find that He has a sense of humor that, you may not fully appreciate in the moment. But, Let me take you on my journey, The now and then; One that began with a perfect family plan and , ended with lessons in faith, love, and resilience.
The Perfect Plan: Like many young couples, my husband and I had a vision for our family. We dreamed of a perfectly balanced household—two boys and a girl. We had already been blessed with two boys now ages, five and seven, who were, by all accounts, spoiled rotten. It was time for the final piece of our puzzle: our baby girl
Waiting Peacefully
We got pregnant, couldn’t have been more excited. Everything was going according to plan, peaceful. During the pregnancy, my doctor kept reassuring me that I was carrying “one big baby.” I had gained 22 pounds—more than I did with either of my boys, I gained just 10 pounds with each of them. We were certain that this “big baby” was our little girl. God, however, had other plans.
1st BD, Adrienne, Coell, Bernice, Me, Flip
A Divine Twist: As the pregnancy progressed, the baby became too heavy for me to carry to term. My doctor recommended inducing labor, and we agreed. But as the hospital staff prepped me for the procedure, they made a shocking discovery: I wasn’t carrying one baby—I was carrying three.
Triplet. Three: My doctor was ecstatic. My husband was overjoyed, looking at a man in the mirror with two cigarettes in his mouth, that man was him. Me, “I wanted to run out of the hospital, and keep running until I was no longer pregnant. I was in such a state of shock that I later self-diagnosed myself with a nervous breakdown. But no one noticed me, “They were too busy celebrating the arrival of the triplets.
The Unusual Delivery: Natural delivery was stopped. One baby’s umbilical cord was wrapped around the neck of another, so they had to push it back and prepare me for surgery. After what felt like an eternity, the triplets arrived safely: two girls and one boy.
Marvin, Adrienne, Coell, Bernice Darrin
We stayed in the hospital over 21 days. The babies were in the neonatal intensive care unit (As preemies). I was on a different floor, recovering the from surgical ordeal and processing what had just happened to me.
The Fear of Not Enough Love: In those first few days, while everyone else was celebrating, I was spiraling. I was only in my late twenties, not even 30 yet. I had gone from being the mother of two boys to the mother of five, “in the blink of an eye.”How could I manage five spoiled children? How could I love three babies at once?
The fear consumed me. I made a decision that I would take one baby home and put the other two up for adoption. It wasn’t because I didn’t want them—it was because I was terrified that I wouldn’t be able to love them enough. I wanted them all to have the love and care they deserved, and in my fragile state, I didn’t believe I could provide that. I was not going to see my babies until two were taken away.
Adrienne-Coell-Bernice: 1st of many helpers, Aunt Minnie.
But, God Intervene: A particularly stern nurse ignored my option, she brought me upstairs to see the babies. When I saw them lying there, so small and fragile, something inside me shifted. These were my babies. I didn’t know how, but I knew I could love them all. They were mine, and I would find a way. with lots of help from and Friends.
God Wasn’t finish with Us: Just as we were beginning to adjust to life as a family of seven, God had another plan. Our two oldest sons, the same boys who had been our entire world before the triplets arrived, passed away.
There is no pain like burying your child. It is a heartache that defies explanation. It breaks you in ways you didn’t think were possible. I didn’t think I could survive it, but somehow, I did. In His mercy, God left us with three children: two girls and one boy. Our family of five was now complete, just not in the way we had imagined. We would have gladly kept a family of seven, had we been given the choice.
Full Circle: Me-Coell-Bernice-Adrienne
The triplets were a blessing we didn’t ask for, but they grab their special place in our hearts and created their own light in our lives, after the unimaginable loss of our older sons. Raising them hasn’t always been easy, but it has been worth every challenge. They taught me that love isn’t something you measure or divide—it’s something that grows, even when you think you have nothing left to give.
The Collins clan: The fruits of our Labor:
Lessons in Faith and Resilience: Looking back, I realize that this journey was God’s way of teaching us about faith, resilience, and the depth of His love. He gave us what we needed, not what we thought we wanted. He taught us that even in our darkest moments, His mercy is never far away.
God’s Sense of Humor: God does have a sense of humor, doesn’t He? Here we were, trying to plan our perfect little family, and He gave us something entirely different. He reminded us that we are not in control and, that His plans are always better than ours. The fruits of our Labor.
Grand and great-grand each has their on special place in our hearts.
It’s funny now, thinking about how I thought I couldn’t love three babies at once. I thought I couldn’t handle five children. But God knew better. He knew what our family would need, even before we did. God Plan. Each
A Final Word: Life doesn’t always go the way we plan, but that’s okay. Sometimes, God’s sense of humor comes with blessings that are disguised as challenges. It’s up to us to embrace them, even when we don’t understand them.
I hope you enjoyed reading my story. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by life’s twists and turns, just remember: God’s plans are always greater than ours. Trust Him, even when it’s hard.
Stay tuned for my next blog, where I’ll share, “teaching my child how to die.” The pain of losing a child, and how God’s mercy carried me through.
Prayer connects me to the divine wisdom within, offering peace and clarity. Even when the way seems unclear, I trust God’s timing and guidance. With faith, I know I’m never walking alone.
“The Lord will guide you always… You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail.” – Isaiah 58:11
Kindness is more than just a random act; it’s a reflection of God’s love and presence in our lives. When we practice kindness, we are living out a part of God’s character and spreading His light to the world around us.
What the Bible Says About Kindness
The Bible is full of wisdom about kindness. One of the most powerful reminders comes from Ephesians 4:32:
“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”
This verse speaks to the transformative power of kindness rooted in forgiveness and compassion. It’s not just about being nice; it’s about choosing love in action.
Similarly, Proverbs 11:25 reminds us:
“A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.”
This scripture reveals the reciprocal nature of kindness. When we pour kindness into others, our own hearts are filled with joy, peace, and spiritual renewal.
A Simple Challenge
Today, take a moment to be intentionally kind. Whether it’s offering a helping hand, sending a kind text, or simply listening to someone with love, know that these small acts can make a big difference.
Ask yourself:
How can I embody God’s kindness today?
Let kindness be the thread that weaves our relationships, communities, and hearts together. Through kindness, we become living reflections of God’s love in action. Let kindness begin with us.
Subject: Reflection on Conduct Towards Vice President Harris
Dear Professor Fischer,
I trust this message finds you well. I am writing to address your recent interaction with Vice President Kamala Harris, which I believe warrants reflection.
It is apparent that your conduct during this encounter revealed a lack of regard for the Vice President’s stature and character. Vice President Harris possesses undeniable poise and dignity that speaks volumes about her capabilities and leadership. Rather than meeting her with the respect and professionalism befitting her position, your actions fell short of the standard expected in such esteemed company.
It is worth noting that Vice President Harris does not seek to diminish others, nor does she elevate herself at the expense of others. Instead, her confidence and competence stand as a testament to her merit and integrity. Your inability to rise to her level, whether intentional or not, was starkly evident.
For individuals who feel the need to belittle others—whether due to race, gender, or any other superficial bias—it is important to understand that such behavior only serves to highlight one’s insecurities and small-mindedness. Attempting to diminish others does not elevate one’s own standing; it merely reflects poorly on the individual engaging in such behavior.
I encourage you to reflect on this matter, as it provides an opportunity to grow and exhibit the character and respect that leadership demands.
The history of interracial relationships, particularly between Black men and white women, has long been a complex and sensitive topic, deeply rooted in the racial tensions of American society. These relationships were once considered so dangerous, so forbidden, that they risked the lives of those involved. For Black men, merely being accused of attraction to a white woman could mean death, while white women faced the wrath of their communities. This concept of “forbidden fruit”—the allure of what is forbidden, rare, or controversial—carries an emotional charge that has evolved over time but still impacts relationships today. In modern contexts, high-profile examples, such as NBA star Kobe Bryant’s marriage to Vanessa Bryant, bring this charged dynamic into focus and raise complex questions within the Black community, particularly for Black women. This report explores how these themes impact Black women, how they navigate their own relationships today, and how attitudes are shifting toward broader acceptance and agency in choosing partners of any race.
The Forbidden Fruit Dynamic: Emotional Impact and Perceived Rejection
1. Historical Weight and Risk of the “Forbidden”
During slavery, Reconstruction, and the Jim Crow era, relationships between Black men and white women were considered dangerously taboo and were punishable by violence, exile, or even death. White supremacy laws and social norms defined any attraction between Black men and white women as a direct threat to the racial hierarchy. The “forbidden fruit” metaphor powerfully conveys how Black men could lose their lives over accusations of even looking at a white woman “inappropriately.” In turn, Black women were also deeply affected by these dynamics, witnessing how the allure of this forbidden fruit could tear apart families, stoke racial violence, and place Black men in unimaginable danger.
2. Contemporary Feelings of Rejection and Loss
Fast-forward to today, and the social dynamics have shifted, yet Black women may still experience complex feelings around Black men who date or marry white women. For some, it triggers emotions linked to rejection and perceived loss of cultural connection. Many Black women see themselves as sharing a unique cultural heritage and historical bond with Black men, forged through generations of resilience and struggle. When prominent Black men choose white women, some Black women interpret this as a dismissal of that shared history, even a slight against the women who have supported them through challenging times.
3. Generational Wealth and Displacement
There is also concern around the idea of generational wealth—a sensitive issue for Black communities, given the systemic obstacles Black families have faced in building wealth. When a successful Black man marries a white woman, some Black women worry that wealth leaves the community, diminishing its potential for generational growth. This was evident in discussions surrounding the marriage of Kobe Bryant, with some noting that much of his hard-earned fortune went to a family outside the Black community upon his death. This redistribution of wealth to non-Black families brings a sense of both financial and symbolic loss.
4. Moving Beyond Resentment: Black Women’s Response
While feelings of rejection and concern over wealth redistribution persist, Black women’s response has evolved. Rather than dwelling in anger or bitterness, many Black women today prioritize self-respect and self-worth. They’ve embraced a “low tolerance for BS,” choosing to live with dignity, self-confidence, and independence. Instead of channeling frustration at Black men’s choices, they focus on building their own lives and finding partners—regardless of race—who value and respect them. Black women increasingly understand that true empowerment comes from pursuing healthy relationships without compromising on their worth.
Changing Dynamics: Black Women Embracing Interracial Relationships
Historically, Black women’s relationship options were constrained by race, gender roles, and power dynamics, with the added weight of exploitation by white men during and after slavery. Black women had little power over whom they could love or marry, and in the absence of legal protections, many white men used this power to their advantage.
Today, Black women are choosing for themselves, often exploring interracial relationships with a greater sense of autonomy. The “forbidden fruit” now lies in Black women’s ability to find love and partnership beyond historical barriers, choosing men—of any race—who align with their values and aspirations. Many are embracing relationships with white men in particular, seeking mutual respect and common goals. For Black women, this shift marks a breaking of past constraints and an assertion of their right to love whomever they choose without shame or judgment.
Conclusion: Black Women’s Agency and Resilience in Relationship Choices
As Black women navigate these complex social dynamics, they are reshaping their narratives in relationships and the community. The “forbidden fruit” once represented risk and cultural division, yet Black women today redefine this concept as one of empowerment and choice. By embracing relationships on their own terms and breaking free from past limitations, Black women demonstrate resilience and self-determination. Instead of focusing on the potential rejection or loss when Black men choose white partners, they celebrate their own freedom to seek healthy, fulfilling relationships that honor their worth and identity.
The Love Light of Grandmothers-Mothers-Women And America
Grandmothers-Mothers-Women (GMW), We have 24 Days to fight for our way of life and that of our children.
Over fifty years ago Rosa Parks sat-down as one woman, and changed a nation.
Donald Trump and his Rogue-Supreme-Court Justices, got rid of Rob v Wade after almost 52 years. Now they want to destroy our Constitution and Democratic way of life. What will we leave our next generation?
GMW, now the ball is in our court, “ Are we going to Pass or Play. Each of us has access to the same power which is: Our Dollars, Our Vote, Our God and Our Love.
To my White Sisters, ’In January 2017, So, many of us were in Washington DC. together and so many of you were there mourning the vote you cast for #45. Now its time to vote for your Values.
I can’t imagine any woman today giving Donald Trump or the States, power to control her body, and LGBTQ giving up their right to love whom they choose.
We’re Thanking Our Creator for His Grace, Mercy And Favor, For Our 47th POTUS
NORFOLK: CITY HALL: 810 Union St, Norfolk, VA 23510
Free parking and light rail for voting convenience.
Hello My Fellow Virginians, family and Friends, I was able to email, text, place on Facebook, Instagram and Messenger the National Democratic Ballot. But due to the complexities of local municipalities. I’m not able to provide you either of those. But, it’s imperative that you know whom your Mayor, City Council, School Board, and all other offices that has an immediate impact on your daily lives.
All of those local officers determine, your child’s education, water, sewer, electric, hospital, safety of your cities, how your taxes are collected and used. Your local election has a more immediate impact on your daily life, than the national one.
But, for the first time in our countries history, we have someone who wants to be POTUS and get rid of our constitution and democracy; plus he wants to be a dictator. And most of all he’s not qualified to ever be president of anything.
Norfolk, it’s important that, “Kenneth Alexander remains our Mayor; and Phillip Hawkins joins our City Council representing, “ Super Ward-7.”
The Democrats are cutting off their nose to spite their faces.
Grandmothers, Mothers and Women (GMW), I have been a Democrat all my life, simply because the GOP’s platform never included people of color and poor people.
I embrace the Democratic platforms, but not their lack of backbone. It seems when the going gets tough, they put on their punk-clothes and turn on their own.
There’s no greater challenge our country and the world is facing right now than Project 2025, which is poised to take us back to the 1960s, “Jim Crow” and white supremacy. Elect a man who tried to overthrow our government on January 6, ban abortions, take away the rights of LGBTQ people, affirmative action, and doesn’t feel white America can handle the stent of slavery in American History.
The American people are much smarter than the MAGA Candidate. We know much more about Trump’s lack of character now than we knew in 2020. Biden beat him then, so why in hell do you think Biden-Harris can’t beat: A convicted felon, a guilty sex abuser rapist, Jeffery Epstein papers label him a pedophile, insurrectionist, 91 counts of election fraud, 34 count felony conviction, convicted of $355 million fraud charges in New York, charged in Florida with violating the espionage act, he a narcissist-misogynist, and a racist white supremacist. Now! “Look at Biden‘s record for the past three years; And, the character of the man, and tell us why he can’t beat Donald Trump again.
For all white Democrats and Democratic Leaders who want Biden to drop out, “You have a hidden agenda because going back to the 1960s doesn’t have much impact on you and your children. They will be in private schools; you can also agree, “more white babies need to be born. Plus, you are not comfortable with a black-very-qualified woman being as close to the most powerful office in the world. Based on polls that does not sample your base. The polls always lie; they said Hillary was going to win in 2016.
For the scared Dems, your base knows how to win in spite of you. We won for Barack twice, Trump was a 270 vote President, and acted like one. We elected Biden-Harris in 2020 and we will do it again in 2024 if he doesn’t allow his-no-backbones Democrats and spineless big donors to talk him out of running.
If you disrespect Kamala Harris, your base is history. And we can all start preparing to live under an autocrat and Project 2025. Because Democrats, you gave the election to them.
GMW, Lord, forgive us, but give us strength, “when they go low, we get under them, not in character but backbone.” In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
This is going to be our prayer until November 5, 2024.
Democrats, Independents and Libertarians: When someone tells you who they are believe them!!!
Main Stream Media: “Trump tells you what his platform is, why don’t you spend time talking about it. America needs to hear it.”Instead of his criminal trial daily. Let the law apply to him as it does for everyone else. We don’t need to hear it 24/7.
Grandmothers, Mothers and Women Saving Our Children (GMWSOC). This year we must save our children, ourselves and our country from MAGA Madness. To repeat America’s history again will enslave all of us, and cause a repeat of 1776, “Give me liberty, or give me death.” The MAGA Party needs to be Dismantle and the real GOP come back, they embody decency, which Mega doesn’t have a clue what decency entails, the country can’t afford them.
GMW (grandmothers, mothers and Women), BBB: Build Back Better is all inclusive, it gives each of us a right to choose, And we choose going forward not backwards. America fought the British in 1776 mainly for White Supremacist American freedom and independence. But now we must vote this year for the same issues for all Americans, to save our freedom and independence.”
The MAGA Majority House of Representatives is busy trying to dress like trump while fighting among themselves. Some members of The MAGA Supreme Court has turned the American flag upside down at their homes. The MAGA Presidential candidate is currently in a New York criminal court, charged with 34 counts of Hush Money fraud, has Three cases pending, (1)Federal Election Interference, (2) Georgia Election Interference, and (3) classified Documents. I’m sure some of us has wondered if some of the turmoil in the world today is attributed to some of the missing documents getting into the wrong hands.
We all know the primary reason the Mega candidate wants to be president again is to make sure all of his pending cases disappear; and those who brought the chargers against him are punished. He will then make himself a dictator; get rid of our Constitution and Democratic way of life, all of these issues are silently on the November 5, 2024 ballot.
GMW We have the power to protect our Constitution and Democratic way of life. In The name of Jesus, “I pray we vote to do just, that.”
