These photos capture a moment in time—one filled with grace, unity, and deep spiritual purpose. These are the women of Tama-Re, preparing for the annual Nuwaubu Ball, a sacred tradition where culture, beauty, and higher consciousness merged in celebration.
We stood together, all dressed in black, each of us adorned with short, symbolic haircuts. Not just for style, but as a sign of humility and transformation. We came from every walk of life—African American, Latino, Filipino, Black women of all shades and origins—yet we were not divided by race or background. Instead, we were united by something much deeper: a shared yearning for truth, for peace, for spiritual clarity in a world that too often failed to offer it.
Some of us were mothers, some were daughters, others sisters or aunties—but all of us were seekers. We had left behind old ways of life, outdated systems, and unfulfilling paths. What brought us together was the light and guidance found in the teachings of Dr. Malachi Z. York, and the sanctuary that was Tama-Re, our Holy Land.
Tama-Re was more than land—it was sacred ground. It was where we gathered to learn, to grow, and to remember who we truly were. And the Ball wasn't just an event. It was a celebration of transformation—a time to reflect on the journey, and to honor the divine feminine energy we each carried within us.
Though time has passed and many things have changed, the spirit of Tama-Re lives on within us. These images are not just memories; they are living echoes of a time when we walked in truth, beauty, and unity.
We were, and still are, Nuwaubians. And we carry the light of that time wherever we go.
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