"I know two, One was a lady who was so black there was no brown in her skin, and I had a student a few years ago who was the same color. Put black cloth next to them, and you couldn't tell the difference. The woman's grandson was black too and fine as he could be.
so that actually made three."
I am special because I still believe that what ever I want to do is possible. I like whom I have become and enjoyed most of the trip to get here. I am semi-retired and plan to fully retire in a few months. I have been in education for 40 + years. I have taught French, Spanish, history and English. I have taught everybody from elementary school to adults. I came through the separate but equal era, through the trials of integration, and this era of post integration. I first attended the University of Kansas and quickly realized that I needed to be some place else. I transfered to Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, Ok., and graduated with two degrees. I have been to Egypt, Greece, and Mexico and all of the states in the U.S. except seven. I have one son and three grand children. I have written a book of poetry, and I am in the process of writing a novel. I like to do many thing, and I am always looking for new things to do and to experience. As a teacher, I believe that I have made a sizeable impact on my community. I tried to instill a strong desire in my students to strive for the best and not be deterred by obstacles placed before them. I also tried to help them see their own value as a person and to be a proud person of color regardless of what the community at large said about them. I found that teaching them our proud history is the key, and once my students learned their history, that made all the difference. As a professor at an HBCU, I am still on the crusade of opening eyes and minds to develop their potential and not to give up because the road gets a little rocky or filled with potholds. I grew up in an all Black town where we were taught that what ever we wanted to achieve, was posible. Successful role models were all around me; therefore, it was easy to believe that anything was possible. My parents, Mother and Father, never told me that I could not achieve anything regardless of how far reaching the dream. Those values stayed with me and I tried to pass them on to my students through the years. Many of them have made me proud.
I published a book of poetry on the American African and The Native American"s experiences in this land of the free and home of the brave, entitled POST 1863 AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL. "ACROSS CANE RIVER", anovel about the Cane River community is available for purchace at your local bookstore and Amazon.com.
I have published a book of Love poems called "Caught Up midnight Dessert". If you understand Barry White, Etta James and Marvin Gaye, then this book is for you.It is available at your local booktores and Amazon. com.
I am published in International Who's Who in Poetry 2012.
The National Association of Professional Women named me Woman of The Year 2011-2012.
I am listed in Strothmore's Who's Who for 2012 and 2013.
I am listed on the American Registry for 2012 2013.
Currently, Retired and writing poetry and a novel.
Public speaking,
President of the National Multicultural Writers Association
T. Martin-Johnson & Associates
Life & Professional Aspirations:
I plan to enjoy the rest of my life doing what ever I want to do, when I want to do it, the way I want to do it. I would also like to get published. My publication is Post 1863 America the Beautiful. and Caught Up Midnight Dessert
I was named Woman of The Year by the National Professional Women Association for 2011-2012.
First Black Majorette at the University
An independent thinker and explorer
Most Memorable Moment:
In the college production of Pirates of Pensance
High School: Boley High School in Boley, , OK
class of 1956
Activities & Accomplishments:
Band, Chorus, Honor Society, taught twirling and dance, graduated in the top 3 of my class, class treasurer 4 years, drama productions 4 yrs. member of yearbook staff and newspaper.
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Merry Christmas
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Gary Revel on 12/04/2014
“Man often becomes what he believes himself to be. If I keep on saying to myself that I cannot do a certain thing, it is possible that I may end by really becoming incapable of doing it. On the contrary, if I have the belief that I can do it, I shall surely acquire the capacity to do it even if I may not have it at the beginning.”
― Mahatma Gandhi
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Ralph White on 11/09/2014
Hey Ms Thomasena! I have not chatted with you in a long time. I pray that things are well with you on your side of the world. You were one of my first friends on HBCUC. Sorry for not staying in touch with you. May God continue to Bless and Keep You Always!!
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Gil Royster on 12/23/2013
Thank you.
I had a wonderful holiday. I am now preparing for an event The Spoken Truth. This will take place February 23, 2012 at Olahoma City University Chapel, ground floor. We will have an open mike for new writers. So I am keeping busy. How about all of you?
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Thomasena Martin-Johnson on 02/18/2012
Best wishes and hope for all your dreams come true.
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Gary Revel on 02/18/2012
Hi Thomasena! I pray that things are well with you. It's been a while since we last chatted. Just wanted to stop by and say Hello. Hope you enjoy your Thanksgiving and look forward to the Christmas Season. Take care
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WILLIE DYCKS on 12/03/2011
Hello yo all of my friends. The heat wave is broken and all is well. Have you read Post 1863 America the beautiful?
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Thomasena Martin-Johnson on 10/08/2011
gina2_u@yahoo.com
Hello.
My Name is Gina I was impressed when i saw your profile at hbcuconnect.com and will like you to email me back to my in box so that i can send you my picture for you to know who i am . i believe we can establish a long lasting relationship with you. In addition,i will like you to reply me through my private email box (gina2_u@yahoo.com). This is because i don't know the possibilities of remaining in forum for a long time please reply me to my email OK. Thanks,waiting to hear from you soonest.
Gina
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gina arona on 04/27/2011
If I were banned from the US, I would probably go to an island in the SouthPacific, Fiji or Bora Bora.
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Thomasena Martin-Johnson on 02/12/2011
Love your comments . It is wonderful to make new friends. Good evening to all of you.
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Thomasena Martin-Johnson on 11/10/2010
