Letters To The Editor

Ebony, Nov, 2000

DESTINY'S CHILD

I wish to thank you for the article, "Destiny's Child: The Growing Pains of Fame" (Sept. 2000), because I am their biggest male fan. Their music is worth listening to. I loved the article because it tells about how the teenage girls continue their group and careers while going through manager problems, making tough decisions, and continuing to sing even after they lost a talented member. Destiny's Child is, without a doubt, the best female group of all time.

JUAN M. SORTA

Washington, D.C.

Destiny's Child has risen to stardom. Unprecedented hits after hits. They have a unique sound, leaving their audiences spellbound. May God continue to bless them.

ROGER BELL

Norway, S.C.

Finally! Somebody gives the scoop on Destiny's Child. I'm glad to see that they are still together and still successful after all they have been through. I just hope they can keep their original sound with all the transitions that have taken place. After all, the major reasons why I like the group is because of their originality and up-to-date lyrics.

I liked the original four in the group because it seemed that they each brought individuality to the group. But I will stick around to see where they go now.

MONICA NELSON

Brooklyn, N.Y.

HOTTEST CELEBRITIES HUNKS

In reading the article, "Hottest Celebrity Hunks" (Sept. 2000), I've come to realize that one of the most talented, beautiful and regal hunks of the 21st century was left out.

Malik Yoba has been a large part of the African-American television household ever since his role as the determined Jamaican bobsledder in the popular movie Cool Runnings and his wonderful portrayal as the sexy cop in the TV hit New York Undercover.

His presence in TV and movies, his work helping inner-city youth and his involvement with "Daddy Conference 2000" have definitely, without a doubt, made him an unforgettable figure anf role model!

We as a people are so quick to chastise Black men when they do wrong, but we don't praise them enough when they excel, and Malik Yoba is continuously soaring to new heights.

AMBER B. JOHNSON

Philadelphia, Pa.

YOLANDA ADAMS

Thanks for the article, "The Gospel Soul Of Yolanda Adams" (Aug. 2000). Her music touches my heart and soul. My mother passed away July 17, 2000, and Yolanda's songs helped me so much. God has been so good to me. I meditate to Yolanda's music daily, and her music sets my soul on fire. It makes my heart happy, and I cry and feel the spirit and rejoice in Jesus' name.

Yolanda, keep up the good work. You have touched so many people's lives. God bless you, your husband and your music.

PATRICIA LYONS

Houston, Texas

MAKE YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE

I am writing in regard to the article, "How To Make Your Dreams Come True," (Aug. 2000), which included the story on the ex-convict Uchendi Nwani. It was simply inspirational, and the story had such a wonderful ending. It was nice to read of a young Black man with a determination to turn his life around and a desire to give back to the people he hurt along the way. I commend him for opening a barber school to teach his former drug clients and customers a legitimate trade. He went from the dean's list to facing 30 years to life, but thank God for second chances. Greatness awaits any man who dares to dream.

BOBBIE D. CARR

DeSoto, Texas

Black knowledge is Black Power, but Black ignorance is Black Death. I was really impressed with your article, "How To Make Your Dreams Com True." The piece on Uchendi Nweni was very motivating to me. It was sure nice to see something positive about "ex-cons." It really gave me a push of motivation to get up get out and get something. I'd like to thank Uchendi and EBONY for printing his story. Peace, love and righteousness.

NAME WITHHELD

Lake City, Fla.

Thank you for the article, "How To Make Your Dreams Come True," by Zondra Hughes. It really touched home with me, especially the part on Uchendi Nwani. Not a lot of people have a lot of trust or faith in you after you've been to jail. This article gave me some great, positive ideals on how to be successful.

Thanks for the inspiration and faith, and again, thanks for the article.

CHAKA HOWARD

Sikeston, Mo.

FOR BROTHERS ONLY

Thank you so very much for the For Brothers Only column, "Keep Your Head to the Sky" (Sept. 2000). I am in complete agreement with the column.

I know that this column says "For Brothers Only," but please let a Sister speak. I am a mother and a wife, and I am reading this article for my son and grandson to keep them informed.

MAXCINE FULLER

Diboel, Texas

After reading the column, "Keep Your Head To The Sky" by Walter Leavy, my head feels light, and my eyes watery. You see, I'm a 25-year-old Black male, incarcerated for 9 years, on a nonviolent drug case. Mr. Leavy really touched a spot deep down inside of me with his words of encouragement for the Brothers of America. It's nice to now that people are aware of the unfair sentencing of Blacks in America's courts.

This article came at a time in my life when I had all but given up, but with the encouraging words of Mr. Leavy, I'm going to "Keep My Head To The Sky." As expected, it's very difficult to receive a college education within the California Department of Corrections. I now understand that an education is the key to a successful future.