The Seven Principles of Kwanzaa
Last December 2015 was the first time my household celebrated Kwanzaa. It was a week where my boyfriend (yes, still boyfriend status) and I spent some time each day to discuss the Nguzo Saba (7 principles), have we upheld them, and what we will do to uphold them. Read the rest of this entry
Harambee marafiki! That means “Come together friends” and celebrate! I’m so excited because this year, me and my boyfriend will celebrate Kwanzaa for the first time. I’ve already set up my kinara (the candle holder) and the Mishumaa Saba (candles) that represent the Nguzo Saba, or Seven Principles. There’s still a few things that I’m missing but such as the mat, the corn, the Unity cup, etc.
My Kinara
What is Kwanzaa and what does it all mean?
December 26th marks the beginning of Kwanzaa, a celebration of family, community and culture. Kwanzaa was created by Dr. Maulana Karenga, currently a professor of Africana Studies at Cal State Long Beach (CA), in 1966 as a Pan-African and Black American holiday. You can read more about the celebration on Dr. Karenga’s website.
It doesn’t necessarily replace Christmas, so it’s not uncommon for families who celebrate Kwanzaa to include it as a part of their usual holiday season. However, this year we will use it in place of Christmas. So I’ve been taking the time to learn more about the Nguzo Saba and ways to celebrate each day.
Celebrate with us!
Support in a Time of Serious Need
Hi All. In the last post I shared what is happening with my family. In this one, I am asking if you, and yes, I know you are strangers, would be willing to help us. Losing someone is very difficult emotionally AND financially. I am just asking for any help that anyone can offer $1, $5, believe it or not goes a long way. Of course if you are willing and can donate more that would be appreciated as well.
Anthony is not gone, YET. But the medical team are estimating that this week will not end before he does leave us. With such uncertainty, and with the rapid decline in the last week, we just don’t know when and want to be able to do what we need to immediately.
I hope you’ll think about it and help however you can.
Thank you.
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