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04/26/2026

G R A T I T U D E

It is always a blessing when awakened to random prayers and words of encouragement. Having prayer warrior who cover you while you’re asleep is essential. I am grateful that one of my dear friends thought enough of me, prayed, then sent it. I am grateful. ❤️

This is their prayer:

“My declaration is peace, abundance, divine health, a sound mind and a long prosperous life over you, my dear! I insert that God will continue to show you His hand in every area of your life, placing ALL things concerning you under His authority. I declare that He speaks to you through dreams and visions of you giving birth to new ideas. May God continue to meet you in the sacred place you’ve established for the two of you where He searches your heart for all things unsaid and unresolved. I declare a new work is done in you for a new season and a time such as this. May you be surrounded by those who show you favor and good opportunities are exposed to you. There is mercy and divine protection for you, always. Amen. Amen.”

Thank you!

Mike
❤️🙏🏾

04/26/2026

“F O R E V E R”

Phil Perry & George Duke
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Happy Bornday Anniversary ❤️🎊🎉Since the very beginning, there has always been Mark and Mike. Even though we were only...
04/22/2026

Happy Bornday Anniversary ❤️🎊🎉

Since the very beginning, there has always been Mark and Mike. Even though we were only one year and six days apart, we did everything together. Back then, he was too young to understand the dynamics of a shy insecure kid who could not identify beauty within himself. I found shelter in him. As a result, Mark became the voice that always felt the need to speak up and protect me. It was easier for me to live in his shadows, than create my own lne that would put sunlight on my face. I could’ve only dreamt to have been the bold and outspoken child he was. Today, I am grateful for our shared childhood. ❤️

Just as he was in our childhood, he remained steadfast throughout our adult life. It took me, as an adult, to enroll in professional counseling services before I would understand and identify my individualism. Mark was like Aaron to my Moses. He was the indispensable, crucial spokesman during my recovery and each stage of my victories. No matter how far apart we lived, he was present at most of my celebrated moments and attended each one of my graduations as though they were his. He was always my cheerleader, and that meant so much to me. When he got married, I was his best man. When he had his first child, I was given the distinct honor of being a godfather. And even in this selected photo, I continue to put him ahead of me. ❤️

As I celebrate my brother Mark’s Bornday Anniversary, I am reminded of my childhood that was complete because he was there. Even though daddy, Marty, and mommy have all transitioned, please remember that you are loved by many, and not alone. So, Big Tunka, Hercules, Little Albert Williams, 8-Ball, Welby D, Co, Chocolate Thunder, Right Reverend, Bilal, to Marco, thank you, thank you, thank you. ❤️

I love you, Kiddo. ❤️❤️❤️🎊🎂🥂🎉🙏🏾

R E A L I T YReality is one of the most important relationships anyone can have. It can at times be raw, unfiltered, ple...
04/21/2026

R E A L I T Y

Reality is one of the most important relationships anyone can have. It can at times be raw, unfiltered, pleasant, refreshing, deceitful, shocking, kind, manipulative, and brutally honest. More importantly, with all of its identifiers, challenges, fear, and pressures, reality needs to be embraced and not denied or negotiated. Reality reveals the good and bad aspects of our characters, especially when we are under pressure. Our individual needs to feel valued, heard, assured, praised, respected, honored, or empowered can sometimes skew our judgment of others. So first, be clear with who you are.

People can share a common event, yet have different realities based on what they experienced. Those realities are often based in our families of origin, past traumas, unaddressed traumas, pressure, cultures, norms, and even fear. In group settings, the pressure of making crucial decisions is sometimes skewed when we suppress our individuality just to avoid feeling ostracized and socially rejected. Folks overwhelming need to conform while under pressure supersedes their individual ability to critically think for themselves. That is called groupthink, and it happens more often than not. In private, they will do as they’ve always done and weasel their way into the room you reside. Often, their mannerisms are guised in pleasantries, and concern. It is a clear display of their projective character flaws.

So, when dealing with people who do not align with your moral compass, allow your response to their idiosyncrasies to serve as a reflective barometer. The obtained knowledge has the ability to expose the most vulnerable aspects of other’s characters while also revealing how we see ourselves. How people show up is secondary to how you respond to them. In your response, you will either break, conform, and collapse under pressure, or rise to the surface whole. By nature, people will always postulate as moral standard bearers, yet stay silent during adversarial times. So, be clear with what you are witnessing. They are not to be trusted. Discernment is a great gift. Use it. ❤️

B R O T H E R H O O D ❤️Whether it’s in our home offices, over food, or in transit, we handle our business. Our shared l...
04/21/2026

B R O T H E R H O O D ❤️

Whether it’s in our home offices, over food, or in transit, we handle our business. Our shared love for family, history, and community has been very rewarding. I am grateful for having these fellas in my life, and at this point along my journey. The three of us represent a larger constituency on men who are committed to getting the job done. Today was another beautiful day. ❤️✌🏾

RJ, HAPPY Bornday Anniversary ❤️It would be remiss if I allowed this day to pass without wishing my great nephew “Lil Ma...
04/20/2026

RJ, HAPPY Bornday Anniversary ❤️

It would be remiss if I allowed this day to pass without wishing my great nephew “Lil Man, RJ” a Happy and Blessed 5th Bornday Anniversary. He is a huge personality. 😂 Uncle Mike, Uncle Mike, Uncle Mike, Mike, Mike loves you. ❤️❤️❤️🎊🎂🎉👏🏾👏🏾

Good Morning,M A N V I L L A G E, as we support our sons and young kings, always remember there are so many lessons to...
04/16/2026

Good Morning,

M A N V I L L A G E, as we support our sons and young kings, always remember there are so many lessons to be learned through the process. Most things we do in life requires a process. Whether it is through getting an education, test taking, the judicial system, mourning the loss of a loved one, therapy, or the dedication needed in a professional fight, processes help to increase the probabilities of longterm successes. ❤️

However, even though studies show the benefits of processes, they do not guarantee desired outcomes. In fact, we can prepare and still fail to obtain the desired outcome. That doesn’t mean we did not try. It suggests that external and internal factors like timing luck, stressors, moods, and feelings have the ability to influence our results. Sometimes we reduce our possibilities of obtaining desired outcomes and positive results when we shortcut the process. We settle for instant gratification rather than creating short term obtainable goals. In those cases, the process requires a commitment to work. The repetitive nature of working through the boxing process creates muscle memory, successful ex*****on of techniques, it can increase one’s overall performance and how they feel about themselves. ❤️

Man Village, let’s think about this for a minute. If we apply the techniques a boxer uses in our daily lives, do you believe they can change the trajectory of our lives for the better? As we increase our levels of emotional intelligence while working to identify and reduce daily stressors, let’s discuss the process that includes self-care, healthy boundaries, and consequences. ❤️

I’m looking forward to seeing you 11:00 AM this Saturday, April 18, 2026 in our MAN VILLAGE Men’s Support Group session.

Don’t forget to RSVP.

Mike
William Michael Barbee
F a c i l i t a t o r
M A N V I L L A G E
Men’s Support Group

“It’s all clear Mr. President”Dr. Nonothing😡🤦🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️
04/14/2026

“It’s all clear Mr. President”
Dr. Nonothing
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Silvertone Art
04/13/2026

Silvertone Art

C O N G R A T U L A T I O NM A N V I L L A G E Men’s Support Group ask you to join us as we congratulate our Bro. Nas...
04/11/2026

C O N G R A T U L A T I O N

M A N V I L L A G E Men’s Support Group ask you to join us as we congratulate our Bro. Nasir Morgan on his boxing victory tonight at the Prudential Center. ❤️

CONGRATULATIONS Sir! 🥊🥊🥊👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

Boxing March @ PrudentialM A N V I L L A G E Men’s Support Group is forever proud of our rising stars. At the invite ...
04/10/2026

Boxing March @ Prudential

M A N V I L L A G E Men’s Support Group is forever proud of our rising stars. At the invite of our beloved Bro. Rob Griffin, Nasir Morgan joined our MVMSG. Since joining the brotherhood, he has been one of the bridges that connected generations of thoughts, practices, ideas, languages, slangs, customs, cultures, etc. His transparency and willingness to be vulnerable has changed many of our lives for the better. We are grateful for his leadership. ❤️

Tomorrow, 5:00 PM April 10, 2026 at the Prudential Center in Newark, Nasir will be featured on the boxing card in a semiprofessional boxing match. Just as we are proud of Nasir, it takes a true village to support our young men. Please join MAN VILLAGE Men’s Support Group as we encourage Nasir when he takes the stage tomorrow at 5:00 PM. So, here’s how you can help him and the greater good of our community. Please follow the link provided to order your tickets. ❤️

Thank you in advance for your reliable support, and we will see you tomorrow. ❤️🙏🏾

https://www.rspboxing.com/april10firstresponse

04/05/2026

1 Year Ago - April 2025

I am so proud of our MAN VILLAGE Men’s Support Group family. On this day last year, our membership consisted of 151 members. Today, we have increased to 195 brothers who have walked through our doors to bond with men who are willing to be vulnerable, open, trustworthy, protective, and accountable. I love us. Keep striving brothers. ❤️🙏🏾

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