In this conversation, Timothy Coleman interviews his mother, Reverend Ann L Coleman, about her upbringing and early life experiences. They discuss her strong familial influences, growing up in Portsmouth, Ohio, and her close relationship with her Aunt Matt.

They also touch on her marriage to Timothy's father, their time in Germany and Vietnam, and settling in Dayton, Ohio. Reverend Ann shares the importance of boundaries and the grace of God in her life. Overall, the conversation highlights the love, support, and blessings she has received throughout her life.

In this conversation, Mom shares about her journey in ministry and the importance of relying on God during difficult times. She also talks about her experiences in reaching out to others and the impact of her service in the community. Mom reflects on her role as a caregiver for Dad and the challenges she faced. She emphasizes the power of listening to people's hearts and encouraging them. Mom also discusses her love for writing and the influence of her grandparents on her life.

Takeaways

**The strong familial influences in Reverend Ann's life, particularly her close relationship with her Aunt Matt

**The importance of boundaries and the grace of God in Reverend Ann's life

**The love, support, and blessings she has received throughout her life

**Her experiences growing up in Portsmouth, Ohio, and her marriage to Timothy's father Relying on God during difficult times is essential in finding strength and peace.

**Service to others, both in the community and within the family, can have a profound impact on people's lives.

**Listening to people's hearts and offering encouragement can make a significant difference in their lives.

**Writing can be a powerful form of expression and communication.

**The influence of grandparents can shape a person's values and actions.

In this conversation, Timothy Coleman interviews his sister, Robin Sue Coleman, a published author and artist. They discuss Robin's upbringing, her artistic journey, and her book 'Black Girl Live Brave.'

Robin shares her belief in the power of being true to oneself and the importance of self-care. She also talks about her experience working in the education system and her passion for helping others.

The conversation highlights the connection between art and personal expression and the importance of following one's instincts.

Takeaways

**Being true to oneself and embracing individuality is important for personal growth and happiness.

**Self-care is essential for maintaining emotional and spiritual well-being.

**Art can be a powerful form of self-expression and a way to connect with others.

**Following one's instincts and paying attention to what is truly going on can lead to making better decisions and avoiding unnecessary stress.

**Helping others and being a caregiver is a fulfilling role that runs in the family.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Mission of the Podcast

01:51 Robin's Upbringing and the Influence of Artistry

06:04 Embracing Self-Reliance and Being True to Oneself

10:38 The Power of Poetry and Artwork in 'Black Girl Live Brave'

14:37 The Challenges and Rewards of Working in Education

15:29 Robin's Art Exhibition and the Connection Between Art and Life

31:05 Robin's Future Projects and Advice to Younger Self

43:42 Closing Remarks and Invitation to Share Stories

Keywords

art, personal expression, self-care, education, upbringing, book, Black Girl Live Brave

Interview with Joanne Coleman

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In this episode of the Colors of Sound podcast, Timothy Stone Dancer Coleman interviews his aunt, Joanne Coleman, a published author, mom, mentor, educator, and community activist. They discuss Joanne's upbringing in Philadelphia, her Italian Catholic background, and her marriage to Uncle Ron.

They also delve into Joanne's journey with lung cancer and the raw and honest journal she wrote during that time, which eventually became a published book. Joanne shares the gifts that cancer gave her, including a closer relationship with God and a deeper appreciation for the love and support of her family.

In this conversation, Joanne Coleman shares her experience of losing her husband and the challenges she faced during her cancer diagnosis and recovery. She emphasizes the importance of living in the present moment and appreciating the people in our lives. Joanne also discusses the grieving process and the support she found in a grief share therapy group. She highlights the power of writing and expressing her emotions through poetry.

Despite the hardships, Joanne remains hopeful and seeks to honor her husband's legacy by helping others.