Category: Kuumba
A Kora by Moonlight
It only took about an hour from Kuumba discovering this mystical musical instrument and becoming a master of it. The locals gather round as he warms up a bit and prepares for another virtuoso performance. The Kora is a centuries-old Read More …
Hard at Work: Kuumba’s Workshop
“Don’t Bother Daddy. He’s Working,” says Umoja. But Nia can’t resist taking a peek. His workshop is full of strange and interesting things. There’s an old guitar, hand carved and painted wooden toys, strange drawing utensils, a colorful cube, Read More …
Starting a Movement: Kwanzaa 2022
Kwanzaa ’22 is upon us and it’s time to celebrate. This year’s theme is movement and is all about fun and putting our cares away. The Children find a way to celebrate no matter where they are or whatever they Read More …
Kinara’s Children Kwanzaa Coloring Book
OK! This is a thing. The Kinara’s Children Kwanzaa Coloring Book is now available on Amazon. I’m really excited to make this available and I learned a lot about the process over these many months. I wanted it to be Read More …
ASHE: We Speak the Names of Our Ancestors
During our Kwanzaa celebration we speak the names of our ancestors and say Ashe (ah-SHAY). This last year has been a difficult time for all of us and we’ve lost quite a few in our community. this piece is my Read More …
Mother’s Day Love: Umoja, Kuumba and Nia
In this year’s Mother’s Day entry, Umoja, one of my favorite moms, enjoys a warm embrace from her hubby Kuumba while little Nia looks on. Mother’s Day is all about the relationship of a mom and her kids but fathers know Read More …
Faces of Kuumba: A Study
Kuumba doesn’t get enough attention. I don’t know why? He’s a man after my own heart; musical, artistic, poetic. Creative in every way. Mostly he’s seen with the family, his wife Umoja and Nia, their daughter. That’s cool but he’s Read More …