TESTIMONIALS
What people are saying about the book.
★★★★★
"Reading this book was a real joy. The wisdom of her words has provided valuable guidance throughout my life. Thanks for this important book".
Leslie Demus,
New Rochelle, NY
★★★★★
"Dr. Dilligard has made such an impact on my life through her compassion, insight, and eloquence. As Africian American women in educational leadership, we shared a comradery that had such a positive influence on my professional and personal journey."
Dr. Cheryl L. H. Atkinson
President/CEO, TCA Consulting, LLC
★★★★★
"This book displays the compassion and fortitude I recognize in my friend Barbara. The wisdom of this book could not come
at a better time."
Debra Rosen
Entertainment Professional
Mill Valley, CA
TESTIMONIALS
What people are saying about the book.
★★★★★
"This book will be a continual reminder to you of the awesome love of God that He has for us as seen in the scriptual, spiritual, funny, and just everyday common-sense words from Barbara's Mother and Grandmother. Enjoy reading and applying them to your life."
Rev. Charles L. Taylor
Senior Pastor
Charleston First Assembly
of God
Charleston, SC
★★★★★
" Barbara was my friend and mentor for many years working together in Charleston County School District. I learned so much from her about self-respect, integrity, honesty, and faith. I am so pleased she is sharing her wisdom with a broader audience. Enjoy!"
Ann Birdseye
Director of Staff
Development and Teacher Evaluation, Ret.
Charleston County School District, Charleston, SC
★★★★★
" Dr Barbara Dilligard has again shown her brilliance-through the pages of "Mother's Wit....Time to experience Grandmother's wisdom." It has touched my soul! I am so grateful that Dr. Dilligard thought it not robbery to share this treasure."
Cheryl Felix Swinton
Executive Principal
Burke High School
Charleston, SC
TESTIMONIALS
What people are saying about the book.
"I've had the pleasure of knowing Mama Dawson for several years when my husband Charles and I first came to Charleston First Assembly. Mama Dawson has always been a blessing to us all. I'm sure that it's going to be a blessing to everyone who has an opportunity to read the book. May God bless you Barbara, as you continue to work for the kingdom. "
Frances Simmons
Membership Ministry Leader
Charleston First Assembly of God
Charleston, SC
"Barbra has been an influential person in my life for fifty years. Barbara and I were in a graduate program at The Citadel (MBA) together and were the only two women in the class. We immediately bonded and have been close ever since.
This book displays the compassion and fortitude I recognized in my friend Barbara. The wisdom of this book could not come at a better time."
Mitten Brown, Columbia, SC
TESTIMONIALS
What people are saying about the book.
"This is a gravitational pull to the insightful meanings of the sayings in this book. These sayings are timeless in their applications transcending generations. This book will greatly benefit all who read it".
Rev Albertha H. Cook, CEO
Committee on Better Racial Assurance (COBRA)
Human Services Agency
Charleston, SC
"The book highlights times in my life, as I am the second oldest of my siblings. Our parents were unique in their style of raising 12 children but consistent with final decisions.
Daddy said that Barbara has a "head for business" and this book proves that Daddy was right."
Sarah D. Williams
Retired Associate Director for Patient Care Services and Nurse Executive
for Hefner VA Medical Center
Salisbury, NC; Ret. Lt. Colonel, US Army
Excerpts From the Foreword
The Honorable David J. Mack, III Former member of the S. C. State House of Representatives ***** Radio Talk Show Host
Dr. Barbara Dilligard's book will make you smile; it will make you laugh; it will move you emotionally, and make you a better person. Barbara mentions that in growing up, her Mother and Grandmother's sayings didn't mean that much to her. But, as Barbara got older, not only did her Mother and Grandmother's sayings "kick in" but they helped her navigate through life's challenges. That's the way it works, I can testify to that in my life.
So, enjoy the book. It is entertaining, informative, and impactful. To whoever reads this book, I believe it will leave a tremendous blessing in your life.
To Dr. Barbara Dawson Dilligard, my message to you can be summed up in the theme song to the classic television program, "The Golden Girls"- "Thank You for Being a Friend."