I Am AleciaVelma_HBOP (Hummingbird of Paradise) a free spirit/light being of the universe. Pure Energy.

I Am a loving mother, grandmother, godmother, surrogate mother, aunt, great aunt, good friend to many, a teacher, community organizer and a catalyst (one who brings people together), and a supporter of communities/organizations that contribute to creating a world for All. My purpose is to assist in lighting the spark within to unfold one's soul purpose and mission and end "The Great Divide"*. I use Sankofa Yoga which incorporates Breathing, Sacred Heart Therapy, Meditation, some Tapping, & Qigong, along with other community Specialists. I encourage participation, discussions, resources and references. I also encourage conscious and healthier eating habits, the importance of slowing down and taking time for self, to work co-operatively, build on community and improve our world.

I continue to grow by walking and living the path of Love & Light, to bridge the gap between us, our children, our elderly and "The Great Divide"* I encourage the One-ness and Greatness in us all, seeing our reflections in each other, assisting in recognizing "The God" within regardless of chosen path. Also, I encourage how to use all the lessons from the past to make a better world for us all.

I have taught children and young people as well as the elderly for a span of 55 plus years. I taught and practice Sankofa Yoga for over 20 years. I hold a degree in Biological Technology. I AM a certified Yoga Therapist and Reiki Master. I AM also a retired librarian and researcher. I have practiced natural health and healing since 1974 and was raised in a family that inspired health, nutrition, family and spiritual values. I also use my life's journey and lessons for teaching.

Children - "The Fruit of our Labor"- Our Reflection / The Future:

I have always loved children even when I was a child. I have always loved and still love the child in me.

Our children are our must "precious fruits of our labor". They are the "essence & innocence” of life itself. They come fresh from "The Creator" with their unique gifts and soul's purpose, with wisdom, a knowing; also with messages. If we listen, we can also learn from them. They bring joy and are a joy, bring lessons and challenges for our growth.

I believe we must seek & observe our children, first, to find out their passion, talents and gifts are. With that information; we can nurturer, teach, guide and direct them on their proper path. (NOT CONTROL THEM OR MOLD THEM IN OUR IMAGE OR EXPECTATIONS). They need our patience, support, respect, listening ear, guidance, example & understanding.

I believe all teaching should be from the inside out. Not from the outside in, as it is done in many of our current families, educational systems, homes, churches and society. We need to allow our children to question and explore. Encourage curiosity. There is no dumb question! We should not be afraid to say we don't know the answer. They are unique, like we are unique, with our own unique purpose and gifts to contribute.

*Don't be afraid to enjoy the child in you. (It is about balance)

Elders - Wisdom/Experience:

I have also been attracted to and worked with our elders. I love sitting at the feet of the elders listening to and hearing their stories and advice.

Our elders carry the experience and the wisdom of their journey to share and leave messages behind, before they return to "The Creator". We should listen and learn from them. They also need our compassion, patience, support, respect, assistance and understanding. Many of us need to realize we all are headed in that direction.

Our Souls/Spirits:

We are all on a journey, seeking, learning, growing and exploring. We are forever students; even in transition to the next stage of our soul's journey, be it here on earth or elsewhere in the universe. There is no death. Our souls "change form" (transition), like all living things on planet Earth, as Earth itself does! A great cycle.

All my life, I have been drawn to the wisdom, joy and the energy of children and elders. I believe both should be loved, nurtured, respected, assisted and cared for by us. We, those of us in “the middle” are "the bridge". I grow and learn everyday listening to, talking to, helping and watching the children and the elderly (since I first created this page, I have become an elder - LOL).

I walk, talk, dance, sing, with guidance of "The Creator", my Army of Ancestors and Spirit Guides.

​A quote from one of my elders now an Ancestor, Dr. John Henrik Clarke

"You can tell the conditions of a society by the way they treat their women, children and their elderly".

John Henrik Clarke: A Great and Mighty Walk:

Dr. Woodson's book "The Mis-education of the Negro".

(I say should be re-named the "The Mis-education of ALL PEOPLE")...

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I Repeat:

Yes, "That Which we teach our selves.

(There are numerous avenues of higher learning.)

"Know Yoself Love Yoself"​

 

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