I’ve been reading Marcus Garveys book this past week. He touched on character and it really made me stop and think. Thought I’d share some wisdom fom his book with you…

“Men and women who want to be of use to themselves and humanity must have good character.  Good character means the demonstration of the kind of behavior that meets the moral perception of civilization.”

“Never borrow money unless you intend to give it back. Pay it back as quickly as you can. If you use excuses when you should be paying those that you are obligated to, they will think you are a trickster. Even though you subsequently will pay them they will be loath to trust you a second time. Even if you have to make sacrifices pay your depth.”

“God and Nature first made us what we are, and then out of our own created genius we make ourselves what we want to be. Follow always that great law. Let the sky and God be our limit and Eternity our measurement.”

He’s was a deep man. I’m greatful that he was able to share his knowledge with others before he passed.

Tip of the day: “It is a good policy to keep a good honorable name. People will trust you on a good name.” -Marcus Garvey

Wearing: Old Navy sweater, Liz Claiborne blouse, J Brand plaid pants, CL Heels, Gucci bag.

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  1. This was a beautiful post. I haven't read anything from Marcus Garvey since undergrad, but you have reminded me of his eloquence and wisdom. I need to add this to my books to read for 2012.

    Thank you for sharing this. I hope you remain blessed and beautiful.

    -Grace

  2. such a cute and fun look; i love the pants and purse! marcus garvey was indeed a deep thinker. love the quotes you have here. GREAT inspiration.

    ~Nic

  3. a breath of fresh air to see you rocking fushia pink while here it's all greys and blacks!!!

  4. ""Never borrow money unless you intend to give it back. Pay it back as quickly as you can. If you use excuses when you should be paying those that you are obligated to, they will think you are a trickster. Even though you subsequently will pay them they will be loath to trust you a second time. Even if you have to make sacrifices pay your depth.""

    AMEN

    Love the sweater and shirt combo!

  5. Thanks for sharing these thoughts from Marcus Garvey, he is indeed full of wisdom. Love how you paired the plaid pants with the pink/fuschia sweater and shoes, nicely done!

  6. hey Tanya! looks like some really good reading material!

    Thanks for sharing some material 🙂 Your outfit is amazeballs! the pink and shoes and pants, love!

  7. I am loving the color combo here! The quotes are powerful ones indeed and some of the thoughts that I already follow in life!

  8. this is really cute I like it! LOVE the shoes!

    And for the post above this one, I'm SO jealous you get to wear sandals in the winter. I've got to make it back to Cali soon. LOL!

    Anyway, haven't been on in a while, I hope you're doing well!

    Many blessings, T!

    Veronica

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