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What inspires you most about the world?

Posted on Oct 13th, 2008 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

The natural beauty. Our family vacations have been built around this. Gazing at the Grand Canyon. Driving through the haunting wonder of the Badlands while prairie dogs scamper. Stopping at a beach and playing in... More »

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Who is the sanest person you know?

Posted on Oct 6th, 2008 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

My husband is even-tempered, steady, and very sane. Several years ago I realized that he is very much like my mother. Some of our sons take after him. Some are a little more like me--head... More »

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What is the most important story in your life right now?

Posted on Jul 15th, 2008 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

The most important story--the one I live with constantly--is the story of motherhood. My boys are growing. The youngest is 13 and the oldest is the father of two. But they still have needs that... More »

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Happy Mother's Day!

Posted on May 14th, 2008 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

My mother and I have a very close relationship but neither of us is very sentimental. What I told her is: Thanks for the last 52 years!!! That says it all.

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What kind of leadership does the world need now?

Posted on Mar 30th, 2008 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

The world needs a leader with vision. Someone who asks, "Why not?" We also need a leader who's not afraid to take the unpopular position and intelligent enough to convince others. Our leader should be... More »

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Where do you do your best thinking?

Posted on Jan 12th, 2008 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

I'm at my best in the evening and into the night and, most importantly, when I'm alone. Many Zaadz mothers can agree with me, I'm sure. I remember those days when I couldn't think a... More »

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What's your favorite inspirational quote?

Posted on Oct 27th, 2007 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

My favorite lines from my favorite poet: Two roads diverged in a wood And I took the one less traveled by And that has made all the difference Robert Frost The road less traveled. .... More »

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Share something inspirational!

Posted on Jul 29th, 2007 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

Our backyard has a great view. I can look out the kitchen window and see trees ringing the yard and rising up to meet a blue sunny sky. Birds often fly by, sometimes perching near... More »

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Where do you get your ideas?

Posted on Jul 14th, 2007 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

For life in general, I usually put a situation in the back of my mind and chew on it. After a few hours or a few days I can see clearly enough to know how... More »

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Who has been the most significant person in your life so far?

Posted on Jun 3rd, 2007 by Jamilah : Creative Thinker Jamilah

I can't decide who has been more significant--my mother or my husband. I think one reason for my indecision is that they are very much alike. Both offer a practical counterbalance to my creativity and... More »

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