by Betweenus | Feb 21, 2025 | Between Us - Weekly
During the civil rights movement, we saw people who fought tirelessly for people of color to be included in “The Declaration of Independence,” which says, “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” https://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/declaration As we all know, the creators of this document...
by Betweenus | Feb 20, 2025 | Health
Key points High blood pressure (hypertension) is consistently at or above 130/80 mm Hg. High blood pressure typically has no signs or symptoms but can cause problems for your heart, brain, kidneys, and eyes. No matter your age, you can take steps each day to keep your blood pressure in a healthy range. Some people may be able to control their blood pressure by making lifestyle changes or taking blood pressure medicines. Definition of high blood pressure Blood...
by Betweenus | Feb 3, 2025 | Inspiration
Philippians 3:7-8 But whatever were gains to me I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them garbage, that I may gain Christ. NIV Recently, during my devotional time, I read Philippians chapter three and began to meditate on verses seven and eight. These verses helped me realize that we need to let go of...
by Betweenus | Jan 7, 2025 | Between Us - Weekly
https://www.forbes.com/sites/jackkelly/2024/12/26/your-guide-to-finding-a-new-job-in-2025 It’s essential to begin crafting your job search plan by outlining clear goals and timelines for yourself. This not only aids in staying organized and focused, but also allows you to effectively measure progress and make necessary adjustments along the way. By defining specific objectives—such as target industries, desired roles and networking opportunities—you can...
by Betweenus | Dec 30, 2024 | Inspiration
Thursday, December 26th – Wednesday, January 1, 2025 OriginKwanzaa is an American holiday that was created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga as a response to the commercialism of Christmas. InspirationKwanzaa is inspired by many African cultural practices, including the celebration of “first...