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CityViewNC.com | 43 Diane Parfitt is a retired pediatric nurse and former assistant professor of nursing education. She owns City Center Gallery & Books in downtown Fayetteville. She can be reached at citycentergallerybooks@gmail.com. 5. "Vanguard" by Martha S. Jones Renowned historian Martha S. Jones expands on the history of African American women challenging racism and sexism by fighting for the right to vote. ey learned how to use their political power to bring dignity and equality to all people. Starting with the earliest days of our country up to the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, Jones tells of the work of Black women who have not been championed like they deserve — Maria Stewart, Frances Ellen Watkins, Fannie Lou Hammer, and others. is newly revised edition adds to their stories with the election of Vice President Kamala Harris. 6. "The Light We Carry: Overcoming in Uncertain Times" by Michelle Obama In this follow-up to her memoir "Becoming," Michelle Obama offers us heartfelt stories and reflections to help us build enduring and honest relationships, work together with others in spite of our differences, and overcome our own self- doubt. ese stories are from her own life, not just as first lady but also as a mother, daughter and wife with all the challenges those relationships may entail. e principles and wisdom that she has learned can help each of us as we are "becoming" who we want to be. My favorite part is when she suggests we start with some simple guiding practices, such as "starting kind," "going high," and bringing together your own "kitchen table" of close and trusted friends. ere are so many ways that books help us every day. Some books are pure escape from the day-to-day challenges we face. Others can inspire and motivate us and help us see that nothing is impossible. Reading about others who did this is such a rewarding and worthwhile way to forge our own particular path. 17524 Giving You the Power … to Save! 9th Annual Power & Water Conservation Expo Friday, March 24 10:00 am – 8:00 pm Skyview on Hay 121 Hay Street FREE & Open to All Come see first-hand how you can conserve power and water and save on your utility bills for years to come! Speak with customer service representatives, audit and incentive program specialists, and other PWC experts including line workers. Free Tote Bags (1 st 500 visitors) Green Giveaways (LEDs, fat trappers & more) Register to win $100 Bill Credit Kids' Corner faypwc.com New science/STEM wing and junior high classrooms Non-denominational Selective enrollment Great athletic, performing and fine arts programs Pre K through 12th grade 422 Ireland Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28304 www.fayettevillechristian.com (910) 483-3905 Voted Best Private School 10 years and counting!

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