My first college roommate greeted me with a shocked silence followed by, 'So. . .you're black.

If somehow every volunteer vanished tomorrow, so much of this country would come to a standstill: schools, hospitals and libraries. You can't name an institution that doesn't depend on volunteers.

I was just thrilled to get the gig to begin with. Ten years later to still have it is not only thrilling but also somewhat of a puzzlement.

I know I need to exercise. For some people, exercise is like breathing; for others, like me, it takes effort. Exercising is what I need for my metabolism and for a better sense of well-being.

I love cooking for myself and cooking for my family.

I don't make plans, because life is short and unpredictable - much like the weather!

In our society leaving baby with Daddy is just one step above leaving the kids to be raised by wolves or apes.