September 18, 2010. Washington DC.
It’s been a long time coming... but finally, here I am crafting my inaugural entry. And so I begin with a proclamation: I DESIRE TO DO MORE WITH THIS LIFE FOR OTHERS.
I would be willing to bet that if you were in the mood for self-disclosure, you would confess the same. That since you can remember, it’s been an earnest prayer that God, the universe, the powers that be (whatever you call the higher existence) would use you in some way for the greater good.
This shared desire to make a positive difference has propelled me to explore the meaning and purpose of my life experiences. Through the performing arts, media, a career in the corporate arena, marriage, motherhood and during the course of my relationships, I have evaluated struggles and failures, scrutinized quirks and idiosyncrasies, mulled over dreams, challenges and opportunities; all in the search for hope and understanding of how to be a better person.
This has also been the driving force behind my celebrations of accomplishment, and expressions of gratitude for grace, mercy and kindness - factors that have afforded me the gifts of freedom, laughter and love, and allowed me insight into all that is beautiful and worthwhile.
As I ponder the ‘What if’, ‘Why’ and ‘How’ questions of this journey - increasingly I am convinced that every leg - purposed or otherwise; every experience - good, bad or in-between; every relationship - divine or brokered, occurs for reasons so much bigger than self. I am humbled by the realization that our individual life story is indeed our greatest value proposition and potential gift to the world. When spoken out loud; when told in perspective, these stories have the power to do so much good for the individual, the community and the overall state of humanity.
This is my truth - that our voices are powerful instruments of influence and change - and I choose to use mine to amplify the concerns, the desires, the interests and the heart of our humanity. Particularly so as it relates to women and girls all over the world, who strive, everyday, to be the best that they can be.
These are the fundamentals of the MúkamiTV philosophy - telling stories of ordinary people like you and me, doing extraordinary things. Putting a spotlight on everyday, socially and globally relevant issues. Giving a voice to diverse perspectives. Celebrating the ins and outs...ups and downs of life.
I invite you to join me on this journey.
Let’s rethink how we engage with life for entertainment, education and information. Let’s laugh, cry, debate, empathize, resolve and build together. Let’s harness the power of our life stories to inspire, empower and transform!
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Blessings and best!
Múkami
