Black History Month!

[Gingerj]

I just finished watching the HBO Special on Joe Louis and it made me realize that I am no longer paying attention to Black History Month.  I am taking what I've been given for granted.

I think it's unfortunate that Black History has to be reduced to one month, but, right now it's what we've got! 

At this very moment, we are the closest we have ever been to having an African-American as our Commander-in-Chief.  We've come a long way.
As I watched the Joe Louis special, I was reminded of just how far we've come.  Our people went through hell and back to get ALL of us where we are today and I would like to dedicate this post to anyone and everyone that has helped us to get to where we all are today.

Today I am a wife, mother, entreprenuer, homeowner, Sunday School Teacher, friend, volunteer, high school graduate, college educated, mentor and many other things because of those black, white, latino, asian, native american and many others that came before me.

Who are you, today, because of what happened yesterday?

[proud_nu_mom]

Feb. 24, 2008 at 1:22 AM well i am a strong mixed women , who was raised by a singe hispanic women.  And your right ....I  do think we take alott of things for granted these days !!

[Simmoneplus3]

Feb. 24, 2008 at 10:52 AM Mentor, Post Grad...African-American raised by my mom!  I agree!  Thanks for this post!!

[phillymommie]

Feb. 24, 2008 at 11:42 AM So true.  This is something that many today need to reflect on.

[DiLyFly]

Feb. 24, 2008 at 11:42 AM

I think that the older we get the more we appreciate learning about history. I think that it is important to remember people that have changed our world for the better and people that made such poor choices that destroyed peoples lives. Exploring the past enables us to make the world a better place for everyone. It is a lofty goal but why strive for mediocre?

 

 

The difference between what we do and what we are capable of doing would suffice to solve most of the world's problem.
Mohandas Gandhi

[tinas3bbs]

Feb. 24, 2008 at 1:42 PM You couldn't have said it any better Ging!!!!

[Singin1014]

Feb. 24, 2008 at 3:26 PM

I am able to walk down the street, go anywhere, use any bathroom, sit where I want in any restaurant, take my children to school and they know no hate, run my own business, and stand tall and proud of who I am.

I am so thankful for the blood, sweat and tears that were shed by our ancestors. And I am saddened by our people that don't get it: The gangsters, the bootie shakin, thong wearin women on the videos, the disrespectful youth. That's why whenever the opportunity is given, it is our responsibility to talk to them, teach them and take notice of our own actions. What kind of an example are you? Are we? Am I?

 Stay Blessed people. Know the power that you possess!

[CantCook1818]

Feb. 24, 2008 at 4:12 PM Way to go, Ginger! You are beautiful honey:)

[Gingerj]

Feb. 24, 2008 at 4:23 PM

Thanks, ladies!   I think its great that we can all celebrate how far we've come.  Being born in the 60's, I have encountered some racism, but nothing like those that came before me.  With each generation things change (and things stay the same)!

I only hope that future generations understand why and how things are the way they are today.  It is, of course, our responsibility to keep history alive, to remember it and to celebrate it and to pass it on as a legacy to our children.

I love you guys!!!

(Original Poster)

[dssmom]

Feb. 24, 2008 at 5:12 PM

Hopefully we can all learn from history...grow and love one another and view others as God views us from the inside out. I personally wouldn't like or vote for someone  just  because of their sex or color but for their qualifications and what kind of person they are and are they the best man/woman for the job. Anyone who votes for or likes someone because of skin color, race, sex or beliefs are prejudice.

This was a really good post, I vote you popular. Thanks for sharing this with all of us.

[MamaSay]

Feb. 24, 2008 at 5:44 PM I love that you are taking the time to acknowledge our black history. I love black history and try to learn more and more about it all through out the year. I teach my kids everything I know about it as well. I want them to know what they are made of and who we have to be most grateful for it. A small suggestion I would like to lend is a black history month calendar. I have one that covers the entire year. So everyday I can easily read another event that my people overcame to get me to where I am today.