The idea of Love, Joy, Peace, Happiness brings to my mind, "Inspiration." It is my belief that each one of us, from every walk of life, at one time or another, yearns to be inspired and to have our spirit uplifted. People throughout the world who were in distress during the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic need hope and inspiration. Persons who lost jobs, homes and businesses, the sick and shut-in, the caregivers of the sick, first responders, our teachers, faith leaders and other leaders, and people in all types of service everywhere, I am convinced, all need prayer every now and then. People who are concerned about the economy, the environment, their children's future and many who are stressed from the trials and tribulations of everyday life, I believe, could use some inspiration. Nonetheless, it is my hope that you will be blessed in some way, shape, form, or fashion (one of my grandmother's favorite sayings) by one of my inspirational poems or prayers.
McBee, Valorie: - Valorie A. McBee is a native of Philadelphia and was reared on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Valorie attended Norfolk State College (University) where she met her then future husband; they are blessed with children and grandchildren after 47 years of marriage. Valorie completed her education by graduating from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor's Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies focusing on Family Culture from a Socio-educational Perspective. She is listed in the 65th volume of Who's Who Among Students in AmericanUniversities and Colleges.Over the years, Valorie has served as president and/or committee chair of several organizations. She has been a member or has volunteered with numerous community organizations. She is an active missionary member, and serves on her church newsletter staff. For several years, Valorie was the long-distance caregiver for her uncle and brother. With the support of her pastor and missionarymembers she initiated a caregivers program for those who take care of loved ones. Over the years, Valorie has been employed by federal and state governments as well as several public school systems. She also worked at the university where shelater graduated. She holds a real estate sales license (inactive); and while herchildren were young, she became a stay-at-home mom and started a home-based business; she acquired a business license, worked as a federal independent contractor and sold residential real estate. Years later, Valorie returned to fulltime employment with the public school system. She is now fully retired; yet still open to what God may have in store for her in the future.Aside from her writings, Valorie loves gardening, collecting and reading inspirational books, traveling, gospel, jazz and oldies music. She considers herself a life-long learner and attends seminars, conferences and conventions. She also gives presentations on self- care and stress management for the caregiver (or anyone). Her favorite scriptures are Psalm 23, and the Book of Proverbs. Her favorite hymns are His Eye is on the Sparrow and We'll Understand it Better By and By. Aspiring to become the person God would have her become, Valorietries to be an inspiration to everyone she meets. Her motto is, Helping others from day to day as I journey along life's way.Commit to the Lord whatever you do and your plans will succeed. (Proverb 16:3 NIV)
