The Honeybee's Lifestyle

Tag: AKA

  • Road Trip

    Hello Honeybees,

    I do not like long car trips, put me on a plane any day.

    I haven’t always disliked long car rides but as I have gotten older it’s getting harder to sit & ride for long periods.  However, last weekend I did just that. Rikki & I hoped in the car and headed to Hammond, Louisiana. It was great to have some time catching up on life and reminiscing about the good ole days .  As we enjoy our year of 50 we took a road trip with a purpose. One of Rikki’s line sister’s daughter was joining our illustrious sisterhood of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. and we wanted to be a part of the ceremony.  That is one of the best reasons ever for any kind of trip.

    Southeastern Louisiana University, is located in Hammond, LA about 30 minutes outside of New Orleans. We left bright & early Saturday morning, made a pit stop in Jackson, MS and headed into Hammond. Now you know we couldn’t be that close to New Orleans and not pay a visit. After a 20 min rest at our hotel we hit the road again and rolled into NOLA.

    Rikki is a graduate of Xavier University in New Orleans.  I haven’t seen the campus post Katrina & it was an honor to see the growth.  It was nice to see this HBCU thriving.

    The plan was to hit the French Quarter but we didn’t know that this was the same weekend as the French Quarter Festival.  Traffic was a nightmare so we found a quaint café on St. Charles and enjoyed drinks & dinner.

    Sunday was all about sisterhood. It was time to welcome Payton into the land of Alpha Kappa Alpha. Congratulations to the newest Sorors of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Lambda Omicron Chapter.

    Love these ladies of the Epsilon Tau Chapter of Xavier University. The true meaning of sisterhood. This is what 30 years of service to all mankind looks like.

    After the luncheon we hit the road headed back to Memphis.  It was so nice to just get away if only for 48 hours. I realized as I was writing this post that Rikki & I never stopped to take a picture together. Guess that means that we were living in the moment.

    I have one more planned road trip in June and I’m kind of looking forward to it. Meet me in St. Louis.

    Who is ready to hit the road?

    Belinda

    Beewisdom-Louise, no matter what happens, I’m glad I came with you. (Thelma & Louise 1991)

  • 109 Years Of Sisterhood

    Hello Honeybees,

    It’s the most wonderful time of the year……..

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    January 15, 1908 Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc was founded on the campus of Howard University.   Today we celebrate that 109 year legacy.  For 24 years it has been my pleasure to wear the Salmon Pink & Apple Green. It has been my pleasure to be of service to all mankind.

    belinda_trudyMy first Boule in 2006 in Nashville, TN with Soror Trudy.

    belinda-boule-20062006 Boule Nashville, TN

    am-crossing-party2011 celebrating with my god daughter, Amber -BX, Lane College

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    Founders Day celebration 2016

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    2016 Boule Atlanta, GA

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    2016 Enjoying Boule with my bestie Adrienne

    Happy Founders Day to all of my oh so pretty Sorors.  May we continue to serve.

    Belinda Bee pic

    Beewisdom- Envy the ivy

  • Summer 2016

    Hello Honeybees,

    As we get ready to kick off the 2016-2017 school year I wanted to give you a glimpse into my summer. Some of the plans that I had didn’t happen because the 8 weeks of summer flew by so quick.  Between my activities and the boys activities two months just wasn’t enough time.  I hope to still accomplish some of our plans before winter.

    My oldest son will start his senior year of high school. I’m both excited and scared.  This milestone really hit me when he took his senior pictures. Ironically he took his picture at the same place that I took mine.

    Rob cap & gown

    This was also his last summer conference with Bridge Builders.  He started Bridge Builders as a rising 9th grader. To say that we love and have enjoyed the Bridge Builder experience is an understatement.  This week gave us a preview of what will happen when he leaves for college. http://www.bridgesusa.org

    Rob cabin

    After Robert’s week away from home my youngest spent the next week at Honors Camp at the University of Memphis.  He had the chance to interact with students and teachers from around the city. One of the things he liked most was seeing the different and innovative teaching styles of other teachers.   http://www.scsk12.org
    Honors Camp

    The boys had the month of June but July belonged to momma.  I was able to attend the 67th Boule’ of my beloved Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. in Atlanta.  This was such an amazing experience. Can you imagine 22,000 beautiful women in all their pink & green glory? Well I didn’t have to imagine it, I lived it. http://www.aka1908.com

    AKA Rose wall (1) Boule sign with me Boule signage AKA Toyota

    After Boule’ I celebrated birthday 49. I had a nice quiet birthday at home but watch out for the big 5-0.  There will be nothing quiet about it.  I’m thinking Vegas baby!!

    Happy Bday Heart

    Summertime at work was busy too.  I had 5 of the world’s best interns.  They came ready to slay and slay they did.  I will miss them when they leave me but Memphis is so lucky to have them. They represented University of Memphis, LeMoyne-Owen College & Rhodes College. http://www.astepaheadfoundation.org

    Interns 1 ASAF Ballons

    I am so ready for Fall, my favorite season, and hopefully some cooler temps in the Mtown. 

    Belinda Bee pic

    How was your Summer 2016?

    Beewisdom- Summer should get a speeding ticket- Unknown