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American Systems Vol. 1: Armed Forces. A brief history.
The Grand Union Flag was presented on December 3rd, 1775. During the Revolutionary War, the American military attempted to bribe 3,000 slaves to fight, and in return, they would be awarded $50 and emancipation. The Americans decided not to follow … Continue reading
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Tagged american flag, american history, army, History, inequality, military, patriotism, race in america, racial injustice, red white and blue, service men, WWII
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On Love & Marriage
It’s not about how many gifts you collect from each other, or how big and grand you project life to be for your peers to witness. It involves none of that. Anniversaries don’t come once a year to purchase a … Continue reading
“I wish I had a white mom.” Why representation matters to young non-white children.
“I wish I had a white mom.” This is what my daughter said to me on the way home from school one day. Innocent enough, her statement concerned me heavily. I first thought some of the kids in school may … Continue reading
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Tagged biracial, discussion, equality, Family, hope, interracial marriage, kids, love, media, norm, race, representation
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The road to 30
I was born on a Wednesday, October 12th, 1988. This will be the year I turn 30 years old. I am dealing with this, so bear with me. This past year was quite eventful–emotionally, mentally and financially. I struggled a … Continue reading
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Tagged blessings, Business, failure, lifestyle, motivation, strength, success
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