One Month Isn't Enough Whenever a "month" rolls around to celebrate a "minority group" like "Black History Month", "Women's History Month", "Latino History Month" or "Asian History Month," I feel ambivalent and torn. A little bit like Valentine's Day and Mother's Day. Special and inspiring, yet woefully inadequate and kind of cheap. One day, one month to recognize and ... Continue Reading
Remembering the Dream – MLK Day
Honoring the man, the courage, and remembering the dream. Here's my community bike ride downtown to MLK National Historic Site in Atlanta. Also attending the Beloved Community Talks. A time for reflection, inspiration, and service. Mentor. Volunteer. Lead. Talk About Race. Share your story. The work isn't done yet! ... Continue Reading
Atlanta Comfort Women Memorial & Human Rights
I'm honored to serve on the The Atlanta Comfort Women Memorial Task Force. The effort is important to me because it symbolizes remembrance, healing and acceptance. HERstory is part of our HIStory which is repeatedly overlooked or denied and sadly, still a reality for women and children around the world. As shameful as the deed was, it is more shameful to ignore the ... Continue Reading
50th Anniversary Selma to Montgomery Bike Ride
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MLK DAY Community Bike Ride
A record turnout of new and veteran cyclists rode from Decatur to the MLK National Historic Site in downtown Atlanta to commemorate his life and work. Gorgeous weather, inspiring gathering! ... Continue Reading