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Q&A With Vanessa Humphries

Vanessa Humphries
Risk Claims Analyst, Chase
Location: Columbus, OH United States
Joined: Aug 31st, 2008

What makes me special? The only answer I can give is my family. Married for 38 years (September 13th was our anniversary). I've been blessed with a wonderful husband and two beautiful children. My son, who was a Marine up until 4 months ago is settling back into civilian life. He's making his home in California with his wife. They will be married two years July 2. My daughter is presently working partime and while attending school. She and are friend are preparing to open a day care center, geared to children with special needs. My grandchildren are eight year old twins (boy & girl).

My Interview Question

How have you seen God manifest Himself in your life.

Current Whereabouts:

My Family
The Bible
Enjoying the time off from working and just hanging out with my husband
Writing
Reading
Photography
Learning and creating with different graphic software programs

Life & Professional Aspirations:

My biggest accomplishment was getting my BA thirty-five years after graduating from high school. I'm gearing up for another round of schooling in the fall of 2010. This time I'm going for a MLS degree.

Education (request update)

St. Xavier Univ class of 2007

Undergrad Major: Computer and Information Science

Claim To Fame:

Being able to say unashamedly that Jesus Christ is Lord in my life.

Most Memorable Moment:

As a student working part time for the City of Chicago's Department of Personnel, I met the young man, I first saw at a high school dance. I meet him on a Thursday. I was having my lunch of liver and onions with corn on the side. I was sitting by myself at a table, reading a book near the back stairwell on the 11th floor, when I heard someone bounding up the steps. I looked up and we made eye contact and we both said hi. When he went passed the corner, I remember saying to myself, WOW!!!, but I went back to reading and eating. Next thing I know, he came back rolling a chair and as he walked up to table, he told me his name, his parents names, his address and phone number. I was so surprised, I just laughed. He's been bringing laughter and smiles to my heart ever since.

High School: St. Thomas Apostle Hight in Chicago, IL class of 1972

Best Memories:

I attended STA from 1968-1972. An all-girls Catholic High School. It was small enough where everyone could shine in their on particular strengths. Sometimes it was too small, when it came to showing up our weaknesses. Going there was not my idea in the beginning, but as it turned out, Mom did know best. I probably would have been a lost soul at Kenwood High School. At STA, I even got a preview of my future/current husband. I was a sophomore when I first laid eyes on him at a school dance we held. I happened to be at the welcome table set up to greet guests as they arrived. While one of my friends checked to see if his name was on a list as an invite since he didn't attend any of the catholic boys school in the area, he leaned on the table and looked up to where I was standing and we made eye contact. He smiled and then winked at me. I fell for his beautiful brown eyes. However, he was already taken; he was was seeing an upper classmate.

Experience

I currently work with Chase as Risk Claims Analyst
I have 23 years of experience working in the Teaching / K-12 Education industry.

Activity

Just Ramblin' On

It's 12:52 AM and I'm taking some time to go through my e-mail. I've been trying to keep it down to a manageable size, but when I logged in this evening I had over 1000 pieces waiting for me and that ...more
Posted by Vanessa Humphries on May 17th, 2009 • 544 Views

First Sunday of Advent: HOPE

Five hundred years before Christ, Isaiah predicted the birth of the Messiah. Found in the Old Testament, Isaiah 9:6 reads, "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shal ...more
Posted by Vanessa Humphries on December 1st, 2008 • 1,269 Views

Tribute to the Buffalo Soldiers and my Uncle Rick

My son who is presently serving in the Marines, is following a long tradition of young black men and women in our family who've served their country in times of war and peace. The following snipp ...more
Posted by Vanessa Humphries on November 11th, 2008 • 670 Views

Thank You

From the halls of Montezuma To the shores of the Tripoli From the French and Indian Wars To the Buffalo Soldiers From Teddy's Rough Riders To the Tuskegee Airmen From Korea to Vietnam Des ...more
Posted by Vanessa Humphries on November 11th, 2008 • 561 Views

My BlackInAmerica.com Profile

Why Are You Concerned About Black America:

I'm concerned about Black America straying from our spiritual and moral foundation. Getting caught up in the things of the world - lust of the flesh, lust of the eyes and the pride of life. I worry especially for the younger generation of Black-Americans who only know how to cause pain because they are so full of pain and anger themselves; living in situations where there is no purpose and no hope. I'm concerned about the steady increase in black-on-black crime against children.

How Did You Find Out About This Site:

My daughter referred me.

What Would You Like To See On This Site:

Encouragement and networking

Did You See The CNN Special Entitled "Black In America":

Yes

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Guestbook Comments

	African-American Elders Day On July 22, 2010 On July 22, 2010, African-American Elders Day will have its birth celebration. It will be a day of tribute and recognition for those who lead the path to the discovery of spiritual consciousness and the essence of creation. An elder is the bearer of the flame of truth and knowledge. They carry our history like the heavens hold the Sun. Their day of celebration will focus on building and confirming a value system of knowledge, wisdom and understanding of life. Activities that must be established: Awards and Recognition Plays Music Dance Food Stories Make It Happen Where You Are! Spread The Word! Okpara H. Nosakhere Tagged by Dr. Okpara Nosakhere on 06/13/2010

	Hey V! You have such a beautiful smile. I smile when I see your smiling face. It blesses me! Tagged by Lesley Knight on 09/27/2008

	Hello Sister Vanessa, New Friends always make life more interesting, which is why I'm very please to welcome you to the friends of BIA, and thank you for wanting to share your friendship with me... Peace, Bro. Sam, Tagged by Sam Bateman on 09/25/2008

	Daddy says, hate the sin not the sinner. You are a child of God, and my sister in faith. We all fall short of the glory, and are called to lift one another up in love. Keep steppin', knowing He is with you. Be blessed and highly favored today. GB Tagged by Lesley Knight on 09/25/2008

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