Mayor Shirley Franklin, Atlanta: “Thank you for your thoughtful gift. Your kindness was appreciated.”
Dr. Jane E. Smith, Spelman, Center for Civic Leadership & Engagement, Delta Sigma Theta: “Tondeleya you are so talented. My heart was so filled when I opened the package. The personalized, lace sorority pillow was beautiful. Thank you!”
Tommie McNeil: “Your poetry is healing. I love spiritual contacted people. Reminds me of my church.”
Jeannie Frank: “What a beautiful poem [Just Breathe]. I am going to put it on my bathroom mirror, so I can read it everyday.”
Terese M, Atlanta: “I received a copy of Oath of Self-Love in the mail from my best friend. I LOVE it. I put it on the wall over my kitchen sink. I read it when I’m washing dishes. It’s beautiful. Just the inspiration I need.”
Tirza Schaefer, Germany: “Tondeleya’s work is inspiring especially for women. I have been friends with Tondeleya for a long time and I can tell you, she is one of the most wonderful women. Her work is truly a shining beacon in the darkness.”
Jeanette Thomas: “I love your essays and poetry. I feel it was written ust for me.”
Patricia L, Riverdale: “I went to my cousin’s baby shower. She got lots of nice, expensive gifts. I ordered a personalized baby pillow with her unborn daughter’s name. It was beautiful and didn’t cost much. And when she opened it, she cried. No other gift touched her as much and it’s a gift her daughter will never outgrow.”
Kelvin Shaw: “I read and loved your poetry. It gets me right in the heart. I can relate to it completely. Great work!
Lori Dhennin: “Your “Just Breathe” poem and “Oath of Self-Love” are beautiful. I must say I’m impressed.”
