in. Her skin was a deep rich shade of chestnut brown, her eyes shone like two bright stars in the midnight sky, and her long, thick hair was a lush jungle of twisted curls that reached down to her waist. She had a strong and confident presence, radiating an energy that spoke of the many accomplishments and challenges she had faced and overcome in her life. As we talked, I learned that this woman was a force of nature - a passionate social activist, a dedicated businesswoman, and very sassy