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~~~~~MY KITCHEN GARDEN

Nov 9

Posted by Mary Herbert in 2011 WLH Newsletter, Accomplishments, Announcements, Celebrations, Healthy Family . . . Healthy Living, How Does Your Garden Grow, Philadelphia, PA Chapter, Shared Media Presentations | No Comments

It’s early spring (2011); I’m unemployed, hurt, restless and a bit angry. When I think of the factors leading to my being on chill from earning an income that would support my basic needs, those feelings are triggered. My heart did three more deep twists and I thought I MUST find SOMETHING to DO, some way to spend my time constructively that allowed me to meet some basic needs, like eating. HEY, WHY NOT! I thought to myself. It’s a great time to start the KITCHEN GARDEN I’d dreamed of having. I am HERE in this house with an open backyard area that has been left unattended aside from paying monthly to have the weeds cut. I could just as well WORK THE LAND and PRODUCE MY PRODUCE.

Ambitious and a true visionary, I planted a variety of foods and herbs including a fruit for dessert! I planted spinach, squash, cucumbers, collards, eggplant, onions, carrots, string beans, mint, watermelon, three types of peppers including bells; tomatoes, parsley, dill, basil, rosemary, marjoram and sweet potatoes. I had a great harvest for my first try at growing my own food source and learned that I COULD DO IT…AND..I did do it.

I also learned about composting. The truest beauty of my learning experience was see how we generally throw out as “garbage” the food scrapes and peelings, but when returned it to its source the earth, it replenishes, restores and repairs any damage done to it.

I would LOVE TO WORK WITH MY FAMILY towards broadening the scope of having KITCHEN GARDENS running and to teach our young people HOW TO provide for SELF. To do so with the aid and support of FAMILY, I imagine will provide an unspeakable accomplishment and production of pure and sheer JOY for all involved.

Another primary reason for starting my kitchen garden has to do with the ‘work’ I have put together and am trying to develop for marketing AND gives me the opportunity to PRACTICE what I PREACH AND TEACH and that is, becoming actively engaged in constructive activity to heal from traumatic stress and the loss of my job. The therapeutic benefits of peaceful garden environments have been understood since ancient times and it was this peace I was seeking. In many circles, this practice for this purpose is known has “horticulture therapy” and it was the perfect tool for me because of the dual purpose served, ability to feed myself and have a place of peace that I could create for myself and be independent of others. And so began…my Garden Project.

I humbly submit this to the WLH family for inclusion in the newsletter. I share my story and my experiences in this family to help us see what things we want to fix for the generations to come.

Click above to view slide show by Abena of her garden. See how her garden grows; enjoy the music! This is something to truly be proud of!

Respectfully Submitted by M.E., Abena Afreeka, aka, Joanie of the Wilson, Lake, Herbert Family Reunion Circle, Philadelphia, PA

“Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit; wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad” . . . Author unknown

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HEALTHY LIVING ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~HEALTHY FAMILY

Oct 25

Posted by Mary Herbert in 2011 WLH Newsletter, Healthy Family . . . Healthy Living, Philadelphia, PA Chapter | No Comments

PHOTOS ARE OF KYRA, STEPHANIE, DEVYN AND STEPHEN ENJOYING AN AFTERNOON (10/10/11) WITH THEIR AUNT & MOM, TERRI AND GRANDMARY- (I CALL MYSELF GRANDMARY – THEY CALL ME GRANDMA. . . LOL).

WE HIKED ALONG THE SCHUYLKILL RIVER TRAIL (BELOW THE SCHUYLKILL EXPRESSWAY) FROM LOCUST WALK TO JFK BLVD UP WHAT SEEMED LIKE 1500 STEPS AND DOWN THE STREET TO THE 30TH STREET STATION, ATE AT THE FOOD COURT AND THEN CIRCLED BACK. JFK BLVD WAS LIKE A RUN-WAY FOR KYRA & STEPHANIE WHO STRUTTED IN FRONT OF US AS IF THEY WERE HIGH FASHIONED MODELS. THEY WERE SURPRISED TO SEE WE WERE WATCHING THEM. WE THEN WENT DOWN THE SPIRAL STAIRCASE — ALL THOSE STEPS. ALONG THE TRAIL WE ALMOST GOT RUN OVER BY JOGGERS AND BIKERS SPEEDING BY. BUT IT WAS A GREAT ADVENTURE! WHEN THE SUN SET IT WAS TIME TO GO HOME! THANK GOD FOR BLESSING US TO BE ABLE TO DO THIS!

PLEASE SUBMIT SOME OF YOUR HEALTHY LIVING PHOTOS AND INFORMATION FOR OUR FAMILY TO ENJOY!

Respectfully Submitted, Mary Herbert of the Philadelphia Chapter of the WLH Family Reunion Circle

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“Life expectancy would grow by leaps and bounds if green vegetables smelled as good as bacon.” ~Doug Larson

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**WILSON, LAKE, HERBERT FAMILY MEDICAL HISTORY*

Oct 24

Posted by Mary Herbert in 2011 WLH Newsletter, Healthy Family . . . Healthy Living, Our Family History, Our Family Medical History | No Comments

Greetings Family,

I have spoken to all of the grandchildren of the late Bessie and Fletcher Herbert. With the information I received from each relative, we have composed a listing of our family’s medical history from 1886 to 2011. This is 125 years of documented medical history. This is very important that we know – that we know what we have in our lineage, not only for ourselves but for the future generations. We need to inform our children and their children’s children. How many times have YOU been to the doctor for a routine visit and have been asked what is in your family medical history and you may have replied, “I don’t know.” Well, it is never too late to gather that information. The information compiled will help us to know what we need to be aware of in order to live a healthier life.

My mission is to inform the family of our genetic disposition.
We need to gather and document the medical history from the Wilson’s, Lake’s and Herbert’s collectively. Therefore, your information is vital to complete this medical history tree.

Please add your spouse’s medical history to your personal copy.

This health information only includes the direct descendants of the WLH lineage. I am excited and looking forward to your response.

FAMILY MEDICAL HISTORY -1886-2011
Diabetes – Type I and Type II.
HTN – Hypertension &Cholesterol
Vascular Problems – This can contribute to poor circulation and amputations.
Late Onset of Diabetes
Strokes and TIA’s, Heart Attacks, Atrial fibrillation
Asthma, Coronary Artery Disease, Childhood Seizures and Adult Onset Seizures,
Cancers of the Lungs, Brain, Pancreatic, Bladder, and Liver, Breast Cancer, Prostate and Bone
Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Gout, Fibromyalgia, Disc Herniations of Back and Neck, Thyroid Problems, Glaucoma, Liver, Heart & Kidney Disease (unspecified). Lymphedema, Dementia & Alzheimer’s
Sickle Cell Trait or Sickle Cell Disease, Migraines, Emphysema, COPD, Carotid Artery Disease
Scoliosis (Curve in the spine), Sjorgens Disease, Crohn’s Disease, Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
Mental Health Disorders (which covers a wide range such as addictions, depression, etc).

I pray that this information is helpful. Please DO NOT POST YOUR MEDICAL INFORMATION ON FACEBOOK BECAUSE HEALTH INFORMATION CAN BE SENSITIVE TO SOME INDIVIDUALS. Names attached to certain medical conditions are not necessary. Your information will be posted ONLY ON THE WLH WEBSITE………………

Please contact me at 302-322-4164 if you have any questions. My e-mail address is h_wheelan @ verizon.net. We need your information no later than November 11, 2011.

Thanks to all of the family who helped me with their information. They know who they are.

Working Together to Stay Informed,

Shubby

Harnetha M “Shubby” Wheelan
New Castle, DE
10/23/2011

Respectfully Submitted by Harnetha M. “Shubby” Wheelan of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Wilson, Lake, Herbert Family Reunion Circle

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“The rule is to protect yourself at all times.” Floyd Mayweather, Jr.

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~~~A GREENVILLE, SC – PHILADELPHIA, PA CONNECTION~

Oct 18

Posted by Mary Herbert in 2011 WLH Newsletter, Editorial News And Reviews, Greenville, SC Chapter, Newberry, SC Chapter, Our Family History, Philadelphia, PA Chapter, Shared Media Presentations | No Comments

A GREENVILLE, SC – PHILADELPHIA, PA CONNECTION

Back in 1928 and in the early 1940’s the upcoming Gospel Group, The Dixie Hummingbirds, was formed by James B. Davis in Greenville, South Carolina, and was later led by lead singer, Ira Tucker. At one time before they went professional while still students, their stage name was The Sterling High School Quartet. The group who was loved and admired by many began to be imitated by musicians such as Jackie Wilson and James Brown and also by the doo wop groups such as The Cardinals, The Falcons and The Orioles. Ira Tucker of the group made it known that his group was the first to use birds as their names.

The Dixie Hummingbirds who became increasingly nationally known traveled in neighboring states and throughout the north. In 1942 they made Philadelphia, Pennsylvania their home. Additionally some family members who were originally from Newberry, S.C. left Greenville and relocated in Philadelphia – North Philadelphia, during the late 30’s, 40’s and 50’s.

William Herbert and Susie Williams came from Greenville, S.C. around 1935. They later met in Philadelphia and were married; Susie’s parents: Lawson and Vinnie Williams came to Philadelphia; Susie’s sister, Alice Williams McField and her husband migrated to Philadelphia; and William introduced his sister Harnetha Herbert to her soon to be husband, Horace Crump in Philadelphia, PA. There were other members of the Wilson, Lake and Herbert family who moved from Newberry and Greenville, SC to Philadelphia, PA also. They were Elizabeth Herbert (Mother Bethel AME Church); Carrie Herbert; Margaret Herbert; Alfred Wilson (Cousin Boy); Elisha Herbert and Luecretia Herbert (White Rock Baptist Church)- they belonged to different other churches in the Philadelphia Area.

Second Pilgrim Baptist Church’ congregation and members of the community consisted of many former residents of Greenville, SC. Their church home, located at 15^th & Poplar Streets, is where they could often hear The Dixie Hummingbirds sing. The group were also frequently in concert at the MET, Broad and Poplar Streets appearing with other well known Gospel Groups.

The Dixie Hummingbirds were honored in 2005 by the Mural Arts Program of Philadelphia with a large painted mural across the street from Second Pilgrim Baptist Church. The mural is one of more than 3000 murals that are proudly displayed around the City of Philadelphia.

To view the mural and read about this dedication, hold down Ctrl + Click this link: http://explorer.muralarts.org/#/mural/dixie_hummingbirds

Respectfully Submitted by Mary Herbert of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Wilson, Lake, Herbert Family Reunion Circle

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“it’s a small world after all”
Author: Unknown

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