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Thursday, June 2, 2011

FOOLS NEVER RAISE THEIR THOUGHTS SO HIGH: The Wisdom and Wit of a Window Washer

This new biography details the life of a dedicated father of four and the lasting effect his lessons have had


BRONX, NY– A 20-year span in the life of a devoted father raising a family in Harlem and the Bronx, NY, in the mid-20th century is immortalized by his son in Fools Never Raise Their Thoughts So High: The Wisdom and Wit of a Window Washer (published by AuthorHouse), the touching new collection of memoirs by Lloyd R. Johnson that pay tribute to the memory of his father, Robert Lloyd Johnson.

“Reflecting on life with my father, as I grew from infancy into adulthood, is relaxing, amusing and stress relieving,” Johnson writes.  “There are times when I’m brought to tears, times when I laugh out loud, and other times when all I can say is, ‘Wow! He really had insight.’”  Fools Never Raise Their Thoughts So High takes its title from a line in the Isaac Watts hymn, “Sweet Is The Work, My God, My King”, that Robert would often quote.  His frequent recitation of poems, quotes and other literary works were always peppered throughout his conversation, imparting his appreciation for the arts in his children.

Beginning in the 1940s and chronicling the subsequent 20 years, a bygone era of New York City is brought back to life in the pages of Fools Never Raise Their Thoughts So High.  Robert was a window washer in midtown Manhattan, although Johnson is quick to point out that the job didn’t define who he was.

Rather than focus on Robert’s professional life, Johnson instead chooses to share the more intimate details of a father who was deeply devoted to instilling values and morals in his children, all while maintaining a positive attitude and showing the benefits of laughter and lightheartedness.  Johnson recalls anecdotes that serve as a testament to his father’s sense of humor and wisdom about the world.

“When people talk about my father, there is always a smile on their face,” Johnson writes.  “I sincerely hope you can say the same about your Dad and the men who influenced your life.”  Fathers everywhere can learn a lesson or two from Robert Lloyd Johnson and take inspiration from his loving, empowering parenting style.  Discover more in Fools Never Raise Their Thoughts So High.

About the Author

Author LLOYD R. JOHNSON
Lloyd R. Johnson was born in Harlem Hospital and is the oldest of four children.  He has contributed articles to business, financial and Christian publications and is retired from a career selling insurance, mutual funds and providing financial planning services.  He plans to write more in the future and currently resides in the Bronx with his wife, Dora, where they are active in their church and other Christian ministries.  For more information, please visit his website www.LloydRJohnson.com created especially for the launch of this book.


You can order copies of FOOLS NEVER RAISE THEIR THOUGHTS SO HIGH from any of the following online book providers:


www.huemanbookstore.com

Saturday, January 1, 2011

Merry Christmas 2010


To all of our Family and Friends:
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

We sincerely hope Christmas brought tidings of comfort and joy to you and those you love.  We pray that 2011 will be marked with health and happiness.

On Christmas Raymond and Nikki announced they are expecting a child June 30, 2011.

On New Year’s Eve we enjoyed the Alvin Ailey American Dance Company accompanied by the gospel/folk singing group Sweet Honey in the Rock.  Wow!

Then we attended the Watch Night Service at our church which was tremendously joyous and spirit filled … best way to bring in the New Year.

We extend warm wished to all whether you celebrate Christmas or not.  We value our relationship with you.

We love you and God bless you,

Lloyd & Dora Johnson

The photo is from our family cruise August 30 through September 2, 2010.  Across the top are our daughter-Ericka Blake, Dora’s sister-Louise Robinson of “Sweet Honey in the Rock,” grandson-Ameer Blake, son-Raymond Johnson, daughter-in-law-Nikki Johnson (they were married February 22, 2010), DORA, Dora’s mother-Vivian Robinson look sharp as always, below are four more grandchildren Na’im Blake (red shirt), Bilal Blake (shades), Nadirah Blake with Nadjah Blake just below her and LLOYD kneeling in front.