Category Archives: race in America
The Proposal
“You’re leaving?” she asked. Daniel was packing up his backpack. Not recklessly, jut methodically. His military training. “Of course,” she scoffed. “We’re in the middle of an argument, and you’re leaving.” “You keep the car, Kira,” he said, putting the … Continue reading
Raised from the Dayspring of Grandeur
Reflecting on the day’s sad buzzword, which is so heartbreaking. There are historic reasons for the state of nations. There will be an accounting, where some will be shown to have grandeur and some will be found wanting. Raised from … Continue reading
Race in America: My Reflections on “The Present Crisis”
Poetry is all I have to offer today when my country is in such turmoil. I write a lot about race unity, hoping to spread hope. Wherever there is a thought of hate, replace it with a thought of love. … Continue reading
The Black Woman’s Journey, a poem for Black History Month
The Black Woman’s Journey It’s a dangerous world out there Treat her like a queen Close ranks for protection Treat her like a queen You can’t carry her bags Even though she’s a queen She must tote the weary … Continue reading
MLK Poetry Tribute – Race in America: Journey of the black male
MLK Poetry Tribute – Race in America Journey of the Black Male Have you ever seen a black man walk straight? Not shucking nor jiving, not strutting – but straight! It’s a long time coming, this regal gait Takes … Continue reading
Explaining White Privilege to a Broke White Person
Explaining White Privilege to a Broke White Person I really loved this blog by The Feminist Breeder (TFB) so I’m re-posting it for your sheer enjoyment. It goes well with the issues I’ve been discussing about INTERMARRY, namely, the intersection … Continue reading
Journey of the White Male
Journey of the White Male A white male said to me: “White male is all washed up. White male is all used up. White male blamed, his peak is past, chickens come home to roost at last. No moral high … Continue reading
Book excerpt from INTERMARRY, the novel that promises “The conversation on race has begun. Tread carefully.”
Fiona walked into the dark office and put her keys back in her purse. She was about to switch on the lights when a voice out of the darkness said, “Hello.” She nearly jumped out of her skin. “Jesus!” A … Continue reading
Rhea Harmsen’s novel INTERMARRY will be FREE on Amazon for 5 days starting Dec. 22, 2013
Rhea Harmsen’s new novel, premiered in november 2013 and is now entering a Free e-book promotion. From Dec 22, 2013 to Dec 26, 2013 readers can download the book from this site on Amazon.com. Happy reading!