A positive attitude is a huge determinant of success and a healthy mind and body. Our mindset can make the difference in whether we have good days or bad days, find joy or sadness, even how our friends, colleagues and family engage with us. It has to do with not only what we say, how we...
The definition of stewardship is the careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care. We are often striving for more, it’s an “I” appetite--that promotion, new car, new home, bigger yard, more money, more, more, more. But is our “I’s” bigger than our need?
Tommi and I have been talking about oneness, and the importance of individuality. Why is this important? God has made us each unique in our own way. Individuality is being who you are, just as God created YOU. This type of diversity is important to a relationship. By Troy Vincent Sr. Communication is key to bringing that diversity into agreement. So often we are not flexible on our positions. In relationships, there are constant negotiations toward common agreement. It can range from buying a car, raising children, managing external relationships, where do we want to go for dinner, our next family vacation, to what the family agenda is...
John Robert Lewis, Elijah Cummings, Charles Evers, Reverend C.T. Vivian, Fred L. Davis, Reverend Dr. Joseph Echols Lowery…these are just some of the legendary names of the civil rights movement who have passed on this year. By Troy Vincent Sr. A generation of visionaries who put their thoughts to action in changing society for the better has passed the baton of equality and justice to a new generation, now more than ever awakened to the challenges of racism, economic and educational disparity, and equality. What have we learned? What have they taught...
This challenge of COVID 19 has left many questioning the future, perhaps even their faith. One thing for certain, this is a fight that we all must be in together. By Troy Vincent Sr. Just like being part of a team, our attitudes toward life have a tremendous impact on how we work together toward the common mission. Our actions and our words have lasting impact, and can be the difference between winning and losing, success and failure, and in some cases, between life and death. An encouraging word...
Last Friday, our middle son Taron was excited to get back to campus in Columbus, Ohio, a six-hour drive from our home in Virginia. Partially excerpted from http://TheAthletic.co Before he left, I began my normal routine of getting his car ready by checking every headlight and tail light, and making sure the brake lights were working properly. I located his insurance card and registration, and double checked that he had his drivers license. My son Taron is 19 years old,...
Is it possible to walk by faith and be afraid. Absolutely! Faith will push you through your fears over into your hope for tomorrow. By Troy Vincent As America begins planning the return to what will now be our new way of doing things. Soon, people will be going back to work, to school, and even their past times. In all of this, we must strike a balance between reasonable concerns and returning to some form of normality. It comes down to answering the question: What is driving you today, fear...
The coronavirus pandemic has come upon us suddenly. It is historic and we are living through it. In life, there are many unexpected things that we face each day. By Troy Vincent The coronavirus pandemic has come upon us suddenly. It is historic and we are living through it. In life, there are many unexpected things that we face each day. We learn to deal with them, as a result of our ability to adapt with experience. It is when unexpected challenges like coronavirus...
If there is one recipe to add to your repertoire, it is my blueberry biscuits. This recipe was developed at a Vincent Country Women’s Retreat. The secret ingredient is love. There are certain foods that go straight to your soul, soul to soul food! It is perfect for ...
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Entertaining has never been easier! Whether you are hosting a few or many, a great host knows how to get the party started. I am dishing up two crowd pleasing recipes – Seafood Dip w/ Buttery Herb Biscuit Dippers and a Pineapple Punch Bowl. Both recipes are super easy and ...
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By Troy Vincent Sr. There is no better time than now to position yourself for the best time in your life. As a man think, so is he. If you feel as though you are in a rut, that your life is standing still, that there is more to life than this, then it is time to reposition...
By Troy Vincent Sr. There are a lot of people who talk about finding their purpose. Books have been written about discovering the purpose for your life. From that purpose, your ability to lead and succeed spring forth. Purpose is about your principles, values, passion, and faith. It is in the integration of all these elements that you will come...
By Tommi Vincent During the National Football League Draft, we hosted the moms and sons of the Walverly-Belmont Bulldogs of Nashville, TN. We were asked on many occasions why not invite the fathers. There was an assumption they would have a greater appreciation for the experience. There is a very simple explanation why the moms...
By Tommi Vincent How strong is your village? It really does take a village to assist us in raising our children. Even in a two-parent home, Troy and I rely on the support of family and friends. The quality of individual matters. We have learned from our past experience, just because a relationship is familiar...
By Troy Vincent Sr. Many people often ask, “What is the key to success?” How does one become successful? It is a good question. People seek success in so many ways. Some labor hard and long. Others try to take shortcuts. Sometimes it seems that success is the luck of the draw. Personally, in my experience, success is...
Collard greens are my personal favorite green leafy vegetable. For me they drum up many childhood memories that span across the many kitchens of grandmothers, aunties, or any gathering worthy of the preparation of these tender and tasty greens. Bagged precut greens were not of that error. I very ...
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Winter time is the right time for the comforts of a turkey pot pie, and if you have leftover turkey from the holidays this recipe is for you. Quite frankly, this pot pie recipe will work great with chicken, beef, ham, or no meat at all! The filling can be made in advance and...
Game on! Football season is getting down to the nitty gritty and VINCENT COUNTRY is all in. It is the perfect time to whip up Chef Tommi V.’s monster pot of chili. It yields enough for a game day party, or you can break it down into batches of three and freeze in ziplocks. Chili...