With Respect for Our Mother

Posted by Funlayo on Monday, April 22, 2013 In : Reflection 
 

Blessed greetings and Happy Earth Day 2013!

The issues of environmental protection and preservation are particularly important to me. One of my dearest friends even regards me as something of a fanatic in that regard and you know... I can't disagree with her! *laugh* As I spoke of in this post, Ifa-Orisa practitioners – as well as practitioners of many other earth-based and indigenous religions – regard the earth not as a "thing" over which we have dominion and which is simply there for o...

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What I learned from a Fortune Cookie

Posted by Funlayo on Saturday, March 9, 2013 In : Inspiration 



Alaafia family! I must say that the first quarter of 2013 has been phenomenal for me and I pray that your year is also beginning in a wonderful way. I would like to take a moment to thank the the fantastic group who participated in our Spiritual Journey to Peru in January -- they truly embodied the power of positivity. Soon, I’ll be revamping the website to include a travel section and I’ll look forward to seeing some of you on future trips. Speaking of which, if you’re interested in ...

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Standing in Awe of Our Mother Earth

Posted by Funlayo on Thursday, November 8, 2012 In : Reflection 
 

A peaceful little oasis in midtown Manhattan

I pray that you are well and well-rested as time has “fallen back.” I am doing very well, and I’m elated by the fact that President Obama has been re-elected. While no human, president or government is perfect, I truly believe he was the better choice and, thankfully, many of you agreed.

On the flipside of my happiness about the election, my heart is feeling very heavy for my brothers and sisters in my home city of New York, and all of the ...

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Odu Reflection: You’re Not Waiting in Vain

Posted by Funlayo on Friday, August 31, 2012 In : Reflection 
 

Alaafia from Gainesville, family! The sands of summer have slowly slipped through our fingers and the time has come to get back to the grind. Time flies when you’re having fun, eh? I’m blessed to be spending the semester down in the sunshine state as a visiting student at the University of Florida’s Center for African Studies. The welcome and the weather have both been quite warm and I’ve hit the ground running: studying Yoruba, writing, and reading for my upcoming comprehensive e...

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Jump in!

Posted by Funlayo on Monday, July 16, 2012 In : Inspiration 


Se alaafia ni, family? I pray that all is well and that you are immensely enjoying the bright sunshine and warm temperatures of summer. I have been having great times with my family and friends and am looking forward to a fantastic weekend – there’s still time for you to register and join me in the beautiful Pocono mountains. Also, if you’re in New York City, treat yourself to this fabulous event on Wednesday evening being hosted by my friends at WURArts and other great organizatio...


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Pamper Yourself with… Easy Summer Meals

Posted by Funlayo on Monday, June 18, 2012 In : Pamper Yourself 


Blessings and more blessings fam! I hope your summer is starting in a wonderful way. Now that school is out, I’m definitely living my life like it’s golden and have already taken a few summer sojourns to California, Puerto Rico, and a few other places in between. I’ve communed with Olokun on the shore of the Pacific ocean, and with Obatala and Osun at the El Yunque National Forest and I’m feeling refreshed and so ready for our Embracing Emi summer retreats coming up in just a few week...

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Moving Through the Intersection

Posted by Funlayo on Monday, April 30, 2012 In : Inspiration 


Image: Stuart Miles / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

E pele o family! As always, I hope that this message finds you well and bright. While my posts on the site haven’t been as frequent lately – don’t worry, that will change once the semester is over – many of you are keeping in touch with me on facebook and twitter and I thank you for your energy! I also offer a hearty thanks to those of you who attended Sacred Healing & Wholeness in Africa & the Americas, the Symposium that I hosted at Ha...


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You Are Black Gold (With a Diamond Soul)

Posted by Funlayo on Monday, March 26, 2012 In : Inspiration 


Blessings and more blessings, family. Like so many of us, my heart has been hurting over the loss of our young brother Trayvon Martin, as well as over the deaths of Rebia Boyd, Shaima Alawadi and all of those who have been slain in acts of violence and discrimination in the past weeks. I pray light and elevation on their souls and that the orisa Ogun and Sango deliver swift justice where justice is due. Ase. 

I knew that I could not let these events pass by without saying something, but w...


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Pamper Yourself with... Sweet Osun Bath

Posted by Funlayo on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 In : Pamper Yourself 


Alaafia family! Wow… is it really 2012? And is it really February already? Time surely flies when you’re having fun and I pray that the first two months of 2012 have brought some fun, love, clarity and all kinds of positive energies into your life.

Aside from being Valentine’s Day (did you know the day is in honor of a martyred Catholic saint?), February 14th is my mother’s birthday so I say e ku ojobi to my mother, Rev. E. Regina Hoist, and salute her for bringing me into the world....

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Spotlight! on Peggy Robles-Alvarado

Posted by Funlayo on Thursday, December 29, 2011 In : Spotlight 
 


Alaafia! I pray you are all very well as you read this and that those of you who may have celebrated any of the winter festivals of lights enjoyed spending time with your friends and families. I thought we’d bring 2011 to a close with another installation of Spotlight! the place where Ase Ire highlights people who are doing positive things. Today, I'm delighted to present a talented young woman who has some wonderful advice for us all to carry into the New Year. Peggy Robles-Alvarado ...


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