The Honeybee's Lifestyle

Tag: Sisterhood

  • 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)

  • The Photo Shoot

    Hello Honeybees,

    When you think of 50 what comes to mind? What does 50 look like to you? What do you think 50 feels like?

    My tribe had a photo shoot on the mighty Mississippi this weekend to celebrate our year of 50.  Half the women is this picture have already hit the big 5-0 with the rest of us to follow.  I have been friends with some of these ladies since 6th grade.  Can you image having that kind of friendship? If you can’t you are missing out.  If you can then you know how amazing it feels to know that someone always has your back. 

    When first presented with the idea not everyone was on board because not everyone was ready to flaunt their 50. Afterwards we were all happy that we could come together to mark the occasion.  We came together because we love, honor and respect each other. We have been through a lot of ups and downs TOGETHER. 

    Our friendship is priceless.  Here are a few pictures that I had to make sure to share with the world.

    If you ever want to know my secrets start with these two ladies. They know where ALL the bones are buried……. 

    The University of Tennessee at Martin brought this crew together and we are still going strong. 

    I present the ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.

    I’ve said it before and I’ll keep saying it:

    Find your tribe and cherish every single moment!

    You are only as young or old as you feel.

    I’m giving a thumbs up to 50.  We feel great, we look good, and we are just beginning. There is so much more life to live for all of us and we plan to live it to the fullest.

    I invite you to #FollowMeInto50 it’s gonna be a great time.

    Belinda

    Beewisdom- Cherish your yesterdays, dream your tomorrows and live your todays. ~ Anonymous

    Photo Credit: Rod Kirby   www.RodKirby.com 

     

  • 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