Here’s the one thing I want my children to know about the Fourth of July
The one thing I want my children to understand about the 4th of July extends beyond hot dogs, fireworks or pleated American flags. These things have their place. But, as we push beyond the rudimentary for something...
The border crisis — a mom’s perspective
As a mother of two young children, my heart cries out when I see what is taking place at our southern border, specifically children who are being separated from their parents through no fault of their own. As a mother,...
Kathy Barnette: Kanye gets it. Just because I’m black don’t assume I’m a Democrat
'Fox & Friends' panel shares perspective after President Trump and Kanye West trade support on Twitter. I’m a mother, a veteran, a black American and a Christian. People who don’t know me often make a lot of...
I swore off my cell phone for 6 days — and survived! Here’s how you can, too
Technology is here to stay. That's a fact! I love the benefits of technology. I love how it makes our lives run smoother. It's almost impossible to go without technology in this high pace society we...
My take on Trump’s first year as an African-American mom and veteran
Much has changed since President Trump took the oath of office on Jan. 20, 2017. But one thing has remained constant – the anger and vitriol directed at the president from the left, many Democrats, many in the media,...
The nightmare of slavery should make us appreciate the blessings of today
I am the great granddaughter of slaves from Alabama. I can’t imagine how horrible their lives must have been. I have no idea how long ago my earlier ancestors were captured in Africa and shipped to America in...
To NFL millionaires on Thanksgiving, be thankful and get off your knees already
On this Thanksgiving, I would like to address an open letter to the multimillionaire National Football League players who continue to take a knee when “The Star-Spangled Banner” is played. Dear kneeling brothers, As a...