Mother Mary Lange

Mother Mary Lange 1789-1882 Haitian. founded the Oblate Sisters of Providence in 1829, the first Black religious congregation in the United States. Was the first Black superior general. One of the “Saintly Six”.

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My Career Goal at Age Five

When you were five, what did you want to be when you grew up? A teacher. I idolized my piano teacher who also was my kindergarten teacher. Mrs. Galley also recognized my academic achievements and had me advance into first grade (which she also taught) after a few weeks in kindergarten.

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Pierre Toussaint

Pierre Toussaint 1766-1853 Haitian-American former slave first and only layman to be buried in the crypt below the main altar of the current St. Patrick’ Cathedral on Fifth Avenue. Declared Venerable in 1996. One of the “Saintly Six”

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The Power of No

How often do you say “no” to things that would interfere with your goals? Always. Me first. No is a complete sentence. I am happy the help folks as long as there is no conflict with my goals. If there is, “No”!

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Octavia Morgan

Octavia Morgan becomes the first Black woman to launch a prestige fragrance offering in ULTA stores globally, with a focus on gender neutral and toxin free fragrances.

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