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Beautiful People, For a moment, turning 70 made me uncomfortable.  The past few years since the Ascension of MOM Betty J Tilman had been challenging. She had left this Earth Realm at 9:15pm on June 29, 2022. She had willed her body to science but because of Covid, that was not possible and I had [...]

👑❤️👑 I AM Beginning my contemplation and reflection for my 70th B'Earth Year which begins October 22nd, 2024. I like my natural hair in braids! Thank You Adame and Bamba for the gift of a visit to the salon! I've learned many things from this young couple in the photo (who adopted me as family) [...]

Mark Your Calendar 6:30pm November 13th, 2024 University of Rhode Island's Center  for Nonviolence and Peace Studies Presents: Embracing Goodness for Peace! Anchor Room Higgins Welcome Center 75 Briar Lane, Kingston, RI 02881 Rev. Melony McGant,  aka  Miss  Mellie  Rainbow,  is  a  storyteller,  thought  leader,  humanist, poet and compassionate communications professional with over 30 years of [...]

HOMECOMING 2024 Crossroads Theatre Company proudly presents: The Grammy Award Winning  SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK In Celebration of their 50th Anniversary! Beautiful People, Joy Hooks, Julie Ann Lucas,  Andrea Pearlman, Guy Davis, Dean Irby and I in addition to a packed house of beautiful,  soulful people were blessed to be present for the opening [...]

The GOOD IS POWERFUL BEYOND MEASURE Soiree with Carol Maillard & Ben Vereen 8/23/2024 With Deep Gratitude and Tears of Joy I Celebrate You, CoAuthors and Supporters of the new book GOOD IS POWERFUL BEYOND MEASURE. A week ago today at 5:30 am on 24 Aug 2024 I received this message.. "You really know how [...]

In the New Book GOOD IS POWERFUL BEYOND MEASURE, Co-Authors Dyane Harvey-Salaam, Bonnie Johnson, Rev. Rhonda MClean-Nur, Rev. Donald Marbury, and Andrea Pearlman ALL write beautiful tributes celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Sweet Honey In The Rock! Dyane Harvey-Salaam is an award-winning performing artist, choreographer, founding member and assistant to the director of Forces of [...]

Lewis Nash Co-Author GOOD IS POWERFUL BEYOND MEASURE! Grammy Award Winning Drummer & Educator #LewisNash offers an emotional and thought provoking piece called "HINDSIGHT 2020... In it he writes... On May 25th, 2020, Memorial Day, the world witnessed the racist, barbaric, inhumane torture and murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis. On June 4th, I watched [...]

One of the most remarkable things that happened to me in Senegal was a birthday suprise orchestrated by Lamine Sylla. I got to meet his precious son/sun and the youngster's beautiful, creative mother.  I am the beneficiary of Blessings upon Blessings! 💥🫂🇸🇳 While I'm Here... Beautiful People, While I'm Here... I want to live just [...]

Beautiful People, Upon receiving an invitation to visit Senegal again,  I kept hearing Ancients, Ancestors and Angels whisper the name #KehindeWiley and Black Rock Senegal. His Spirit of Creativity and Compassion remind me of MOMBetty J. Tilman. When I visited the internationally renowned Sculpteur Ousemane Gueye, he too spoke of Kehinde Wiley and told me [...]

Because of My Goddaughter Kewe; Adame, Arfan, Henriette, Bamba, Diey, Lena, Anna, Secka and other Senegalese Friends have become Family.  Through them I learn  lessons of Grace and Hospitality.  They welcomed me with open arms and hearts. With them I was invited to Family dinners, and a Special Baby Naming Ceremony which was an All [...]

Beautiful People, For a moment, turning 70 made me uncomfortable.  The past few years since the Ascension of MOM Betty J Tilman had been challenging. She had left this Earth Realm at 9:15pm on June 29, 2022. She had willed her body to science but because of Covid, that was not possible and I had [...]

Here in Senegal, these brilliant children offer me compassion, hope and Love. They have no hidden agenda. They just want to share songs, play hide and seek, swim in the ocean, share stories and teach me how to use their electronic tablets. They are patient with me.  And they simply offer compassion, kindness and Love. [...]

Beautiful People, I Am So Very Happy! Smelling the salt water reminds me to Breathe Deeply. In Love and Gratitude.  Out Love and Gratitude. In Love and Gratitude... Being here by the ocean is special. It is amazing to watch the children play and swim. No matter where you are, I ask that you take [...]

👑❤️👑 I AM Beginning my contemplation and reflection for my 70th B'Earth Year which begins October 22nd, 2024. I like my natural hair in braids! Thank You Adame and Bamba for the gift of a visit to the salon! I've learned many things from this young couple in the photo (who adopted me as family) [...]

Mark Your Calendar 6:30pm November 13th, 2024 University of Rhode Island's Center  for Nonviolence and Peace Studies Presents: Embracing Goodness for Peace! Anchor Room Higgins Welcome Center 75 Briar Lane, Kingston, RI 02881 Rev. Melony McGant,  aka  Miss  Mellie  Rainbow,  is  a  storyteller,  thought  leader,  humanist, poet and compassionate communications professional with over 30 years of [...]

Beautiful People, No matter the challenges and struggles, we must find peace within our hearts and walk with Loving tenderness. Ten Times Breathe! In Love. Out Love. In Love.... This is Earth School. Some come to learn, others to teach. Some are warriors. Others are peacemakers. Some walk with great Faith. Some embrace the Genius [...]

Beautiful People, I have awakened before dawn when even the trees are sleeping. Though I only see the Full Moon,  I imagine Stars peering at me and greeting me in the darkness through heart shaped clouds. I breathe deeply in appreciation of all the wonders of Our Mother EarthHeart. I sit and breathe in the [...]

Avec espoir, vivez le rythme de l'amour. With hope, live the rhythm of Love. Melony in Senegal 🇸🇳 Here in Senegal, everyday I am inspired by the Adhan (Call to Prayer). I am also inspired by the humility and generosity of the people. This handsome ten year old boy is so kind to his younger [...]

Je suis enraciné dans l'amour avec compassion et intégrité. (I am rooted in Love with compassion and intégrity.) Here in Senegal and across the EarthHeart, I want to always try to offer my best. Every day is a day for Good Possibility and Good Purpose! I don't speak Wolof and my French is very limited [...]

Being in Senegal is a Wonderful Blessing. I've often said that Friends are the fruit of our hearts and the family we choose (les amis sont le fruit de notre cœur et de la famille que nous choisissons). The Queen Grandmothers of this family have embraced me and said. Tu Es Ma Soeur! You Are [...]

La Joie Est Contagieuse! Joy Is Contagious! Melony In Senegal 🇸🇳 Beautiful People. . . Joy Is Contagious! The tender smile that you offer to yourself and others is like a flower blossoming in the Garden of Hearts. Your laughter is like the Holy Bell of Joy ringing through the ethers with hope; traveling across [...]

L'Ordinaire Est Souvent Extraordinaire! (The Ordinary Is Often Extraordinary!) Here in Senegal, I am reminded that when we slow down and pay attention....an ordinary moment is often an extraordinary moment! Imagine the joy of a Loving Mother walking with her Son; stopping at a delicious fresh fruit stand or observing young men riding outside a [...]

Beautiful People... Restauranteur, Visionary Entrepreneur and a CoAuthor of GOOD IS POWERFUL BEYOND MEASURE, Michael Vann reached out to his dear friend, internationally renowned artist, Ousmane Gueye and suggested that we connect during my time in Senegal. The Master Sculpteur, Agriculture Specialist and Architect graciously agreed. Meeting his lovely wife Amal and his 8 month [...]

On Unity... Melony in Senegal... From the rooftop of the beautiful home where I am staying in Dakar, I can see both the Masjid and the Ocean. It gives me a feeling of Peace and Unity. It is magnificent to hear the Adhan (Call to Prayer) especially in the morning; I find my heart saying [...]

On Journey of Faith! Respirez l'amour! Melony In Senegal...🇸🇳 There is a lovely cactus right outside of the door of my room on the rooftop of the home where I am treated as a treasured guest. Today one flower blossomed. It reminded me of the importance of having faith, listening deeply to loving whispers and [...]

Melony In Senegal... Great Courage, Loving Choice! Here in Senegal, it is clear to me that Love is intergenerational and we have a responsibility to care for eachother. The family I am staying with is so accommodating and has genuine concern for my well-being. It gives me hope and reminds me that everywhere on EarthHeart [...]

I Give Thanks to my beautiful adopted Senegalese family with friends and precious Earth Angel Children as well as delicious fresh cuisine including fish from the ocean! 👑❤️👑🇸🇳 We Give Thanks! 🌹 Beautiful People, First, Make Yourself Comfortable. Take a moment to clear your mind of all distractions. Now, Breathe and Exhale Deeply Ten Times [...]

Breathe With Joy! Respirer Avec Joie! Melony In Senegal... Beautiful People... It's really wonderful to see a Girl Dad, Uncle and Friend in Action. This Beloved Senegalese Father took us to Virage Beach in Les Almadies, Dakar Senegal. Afterwards we had refreshing drinks in the Cafe. Then he took us on an adventure to see [...]

Beautiful People, I am safe in Dakar, Senegal. My Goddaughter and her husband have a house in the the large family compound. My room is on the rooftop which has spectacular views of the ocean.It's very hot and humid but my room has air conditioning. This Is Just Where I Need to Be Right Now. [...]

HOMECOMING 2024 Crossroads Theatre Company proudly presents: The Grammy Award Winning  SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK In Celebration of their 50th Anniversary! Beautiful People, Joy Hooks, Julie Ann Lucas,  Andrea Pearlman, Guy Davis, Dean Irby and I in addition to a packed house of beautiful,  soulful people were blessed to be present for the opening [...]

Thank You #MakeMyCake Bakery! (212) 932-0833 409 W 125th St, New York, NY 10027 Rev. Rhonda McLean-nur and I stopped by Make My Cake Bakery to say Thank You to Aliyyah Baylor and her daughter Danielle for their beautiful, delicious, delectable, delightful sweets, their support of the new book GOOD IS POWERFUL BEYOND MEASURE and [...]

The Magic of MANNA'S Soul Food Restaurant/Buffet (212) 749-9084 320 St Nicholas Ave at 126th Street New York, NY 10027 Beautiful People, Recently Rev. Rhonda McLean-nur and I visited MANNA'S, a marvelous soul food and salad bar in Harlem at 126th and St. Nicholas Ave. We were fortunate to spend some time with the Founder, [...]

The GOOD IS POWERFUL BEYOND MEASURE Soiree with Carol Maillard & Ben Vereen 8/23/2024 With Deep Gratitude and Tears of Joy I Celebrate You, CoAuthors and Supporters of the new book GOOD IS POWERFUL BEYOND MEASURE. A week ago today at 5:30 am on 24 Aug 2024 I received this message.. "You really know how [...]

Beautiful People, What do Melony McGant, Lewis Nash and Ben Vereen all have in common? They are friends with Mo Rum,  owner Scent Elate.  And along with Mo, ALL are CoAuthors of the new book GOOD IS POWERFUL BEYOND MEASURE. Ben Vereen writes a magnificent Foreword. Today I spoke to Lewis Nash in Phoenix on [...]

PAUSE: Sacred Gifts and Tender Moments... Beautiful People, Please take a moment and still yourself as you open your heart and clear your mind of all distractions. Now Breathe Deeply and Exhale Slowly Ten Times. Let Us Offer Prayers of Compassion, Intimacy, Hope, Joy and Love. We sometimes learn intimacy not always in words but [...]

Blessed By Amelia... A few weeks ago at the invitation of Eji Benson (whom I met through Ger Duany) I attended the launch of the #TulsaSneaker. What a pleasure to honor the legacy of #BlackWallStreet and the ancestral entrepreneurial spirit that exists even today. It was a wonderful evening with an amazing group of compassionate, [...]

Honoring the Life of Vincent Esoldi! Beautiful People, I am pensive today. GOOD IS POWERFUL BEYOND MEASURE Co-Author, Joy Spirit and My Dear Friend Vincent Esoldi has unexpectedly joined the Ancestors. Vinny and I first met in 2000 when I was the Storyteller at Barnes & Noble Lincoln Triangle when I did a reading of [...]

Melony is interviewed by Ameliaismore Moore. "In times where almost everywhere you go and everything you see on tv is doom and gloom its a challenge to find hope. Reverend Melony McGant has compiled an anthology of 100 amazing progressive minds for you to see that Good is Powerful Beyond Measure! Ameliaismore caught up with [...]

This recording of GOOD IS POWERFUL BEYOND MEASURE with Rev.  Melony McGant was videorecorded at the New York Public Library for Performing Arts, Bruno Walter Auditorium  on February 22 2024  by Francois Bernardi and is shared with permission. With Deep Gratitude, Beautiful People, This Is the BEGINNING. With Deep Gratitude I thank Linda Murray, the [...]

An Amazing Visit to the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture Beautiful People, We had an absolutely 💯 Amazing time at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, DC. Though we missed attending the Members Program that I had registered for,  it was wonderful to speak with [...]

Watch the #SherriShow Today with Lenny Kravitz and you may see us! In addition to #LennyKravitz we were blessed to see the esteemed talk show host #MarcSummers. He and Sherri talked about his career on Double Dare (Nickelodeon) and Unwrapped (Food Network).  Currently he has a wonderful autobiographical show at New World Stages called Life [...]

In the New Book GOOD IS POWERFUL BEYOND MEASURE, Co-Authors Dyane Harvey-Salaam, Bonnie Johnson, Rev. Rhonda MClean-Nur, Rev. Donald Marbury, and Andrea Pearlman ALL write beautiful tributes celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Sweet Honey In The Rock! Dyane Harvey-Salaam is an award-winning performing artist, choreographer, founding member and assistant to the director of Forces of [...]

GOOD IS POWERFUL BEYOND MEASURE CO-AUTHOR and Photo Collage Editor #AndrewZaeh He writes... "There is an underlying current always at work in this world. There in the back ground, it pushes and pulls through the days’ tides. Silent and unseen, there are times, though, I can sense its grace at work. I can see the [...]

🎶 “The journey from I to We is what GOOD IS POWERFUL BEYOND MEASURE…is all about”. The opportunity to preview the manuscript was profound, but holding the printed volume, and turning the pages means so much more. 👀📚https://goodispowerfulbeyondmeasure.com As one of the more than one hundred contributors to this “Anthology Of Hope”, I am grateful [...]

Lewis Nash Co-Author GOOD IS POWERFUL BEYOND MEASURE! Grammy Award Winning Drummer & Educator #LewisNash offers an emotional and thought provoking piece called "HINDSIGHT 2020... In it he writes... On May 25th, 2020, Memorial Day, the world witnessed the racist, barbaric, inhumane torture and murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis. On June 4th, I watched [...]

WOW! Women Of Wonder! WOW! Women Of Wonder! We Salute YOU! Grandmothers, Mothers, Sisters, Aunts, Cousins, Friends and Good Neighbors… You Listen Deeply, Share Your Hearts with Compassion and Inspire Us with Your Kindness and Love that Never Ends. We Are Born and Live On Earth Because of YOU! WOW! Women Of Wonder! WOW! Women [...]

Thursday, February 22nd, 2024, 6pm to 7:30pm at BRUNO AUDITORIUM,NYPL Performing Arts Lincoln Center  GOOD IS POWERFUL BEYOND MEASURE BOOK LAUNCH and DISCUSSIONAn Evening of Celebration and JOY! A Celebration of Ben Vereen, Carol Maillard, Louise Robinson, the Grammy Award Winning group, Sweet Honey In The Rock, and the more than 100 contributors of the [...]

An Afternoon with Tyrone Rasheed, portrait photographer and one of the co-authors of GOOD IS POWERFUL BEYOND MEASURE! Beautiful People, Today I was privileged to spend the afternoon at the exquisite Harlem brownstone of Tyrone and Barbara Rasheed.  Married for 47 years, they are one of the most Loving couples I know. Tyrone was busy [...]

Says Retired Curator, Jerome Robbins Dance Division NYPL Performing Arts Lincoln Center, JAN SCHMIDT on GOOD IS POWERFUL BEYOND MEASURE... "I’m thrilled to be a part of this book, “Good is Powerful Beyond Measure,” written and collected by Melony McGant. In these times of stress, it is a relief to see this book, “an anthology [...]