Jacob and I think this young man is pretty remarkable despite that some people may argue that owning a word diffuses it original meaning. What do you think?
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Transracial Adoption: a family's experience and advice to those considering adopting transracially
Thanks Erica and Kevin for pointing this video out.
Monday, August 16, 2010
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Why does it have to be a white guy?
I always cringe when I'm walking or riding bikes with Antonia and Jacob and we come to a cross walk and I have to tell them to wait until the red hand turns to the white guy. Couldn't the person be blue?
Saturday, August 7, 2010
11th Annual African American Parade and Family Heritage Festival - Lansing, Michigan
Our family has made the African America Parade a staple for ten of the eleven years that it has been in existence. It is held at the hottest time of the year. It attracts politicians with candy which is what Jacob and Antonia appreciate. For a group that is at high risk for diabetes this never seems like a smart move. It hosts a couple of high school bands which always seems to be their pared down summer version. They do step and make a joyful noise. Local youth dance troops are a hit with our family. The parade attracts few spectators. It always holds the promise of something more. Despite this, we believe in Reverend Murphy's vision and will attend next Saturday. The parade celebrates African American heritage in Mid-Michigan. We find it to be just one of many ways to continue to develop pride in our family's heritage. The various options of ribs and soul food at the festival which follows definitely makes it worth it. Let me know if you would like to meet up.
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Our Founder, Rev., Dr. Michael C. Murphy
Welcome
The Capital City African American Cultural Association, Inc. (CCAACA) is hosting an Old School celebration of the 50’s 60’s 70’s and 80’s . . . Reflecting on Our Past – Advancing into Our Future as we continue to move onward and upward in commemoration of the 11th Annual African American Parade and Family Heritage Festival.
Therefore, we are pleased to invite you to participate in our 11th Annual Parade and Family Heritage Festival, “Celebrating the African Community,” which will be held, at 11:00am on Saturday, August 14, 2010 in downtown Lansing, Michigan.
CCAACA's mission is to provide educational and recreational opportunities for Mid-Michigan citizens to experience African American art, culture, and history.
Our purpose is to showcase the achievements, culture, creativity and diverse talents of African Americans, which are a part of our proud and rich heritage. All parade entries must be consistent with its theme and purpose.
The parade is expected to be a major extravaganza drawing both participants and media coverage from across the country. Thousands of spectators will line the streets of downtown Lansing to watch the parade. Many more will attend the festival at Ferris Park, which will feature music, food, and other fun activities.
You will not want to miss this historic celebration and surrounding festivities, including the “Family Heritage Festival” at Ferris Park. Everyone is welcome!
Organizations and persons requesting information or questions regarding the Parade and Festival are encouraged to call 517-755-6895, write: P.O. Box 13233, Lansing, MI 48901, or contact the appropriate party via e-mail.
Join us in “Celebrating the African American Community.”
45 Years Ago
Erich --
On March 7th, 1965, 600 of us lined up to walk from Selma to Montgomery, to march for voting rights.
When we tried to cross the Edmund Pettus Bridge over the Alabama River, we were met by state troopers. They attacked us with tear gas, bullwhips, and nightsticks.
It became known as Bloody Sunday, and the national outcry over the brutality that day led to the enactment, exactly 45 years ago today, of the Voting Rights Act.
The progress we've made since then is remarkable.
But the expansion of voting rights for millions did not happen overnight. It was the product of a continued struggle, by many people, over many years.
And just as change did not come easily then, it does not come easily now.
Discrimination still exists in America -- its effects can be as harmful as they were decades ago. And we can always become a better, more just society.
Two years ago, this movement -- led by Barack Obama -- brought millions of people into the political process for the first time.
I'm told that many of you are working hard now to get as many as possible of those folks -- and others from across the country who are with us in these fights -- to the polls this year.
It's an important effort, and the legacy of the fight for the Voting Rights Act is that it is not only our right to vote, and to help others do so -- it is our duty.
Can I count on you to help out between now and the elections in November?
When I was a child, I tasted the bitter fruits of racial discrimination -- and I did not like it.
That was what spurred me to act. In those early days, we sacrificed our very selves for our rights as Americans. But we never gave up.
And now barriers that kept an entire people from full participation in this country have been removed.
No longer are people who look like me met with violence when we register to vote
No longer is the idea that an African American could become president just a dream.
We live in a better world, a better country.
But our work is not complete. We cannot wait for someone else to make change.
We must all do it. You must do it. I must do it.
Please sign up to help millions more vote:
http://my.barackobama.com/VolunteerVRA
Thank you,
Representative John Lewis
On March 7th, 1965, 600 of us lined up to walk from Selma to Montgomery, to march for voting rights.
When we tried to cross the Edmund Pettus Bridge over the Alabama River, we were met by state troopers. They attacked us with tear gas, bullwhips, and nightsticks.
It became known as Bloody Sunday, and the national outcry over the brutality that day led to the enactment, exactly 45 years ago today, of the Voting Rights Act.
The progress we've made since then is remarkable.
But the expansion of voting rights for millions did not happen overnight. It was the product of a continued struggle, by many people, over many years.
And just as change did not come easily then, it does not come easily now.
Discrimination still exists in America -- its effects can be as harmful as they were decades ago. And we can always become a better, more just society.
Two years ago, this movement -- led by Barack Obama -- brought millions of people into the political process for the first time.
I'm told that many of you are working hard now to get as many as possible of those folks -- and others from across the country who are with us in these fights -- to the polls this year.
It's an important effort, and the legacy of the fight for the Voting Rights Act is that it is not only our right to vote, and to help others do so -- it is our duty.
Can I count on you to help out between now and the elections in November?
When I was a child, I tasted the bitter fruits of racial discrimination -- and I did not like it.
That was what spurred me to act. In those early days, we sacrificed our very selves for our rights as Americans. But we never gave up.
And now barriers that kept an entire people from full participation in this country have been removed.
No longer are people who look like me met with violence when we register to vote
No longer is the idea that an African American could become president just a dream.
We live in a better world, a better country.
But our work is not complete. We cannot wait for someone else to make change.
We must all do it. You must do it. I must do it.
Please sign up to help millions more vote:
http://my.barackobama.com/VolunteerVRA
Thank you,
Representative John Lewis
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