Homage to The Black Man
<p>I don’t remember a time I didn’t love black men. As far back as I can remember, I’d been scooped up and carried in their strong arms. Even today, there is nothing like that man’s mighty hold.</p>
<p>His eyes are like hope feels to me. I used to offer job readiness coaching for young adults in an inner city nearby me. Here’s a secret: while facilitating my workshops, I’d often experience a private delight.</p>
<p>I watched black man after black man sit in front of me, zoned out, disengaged and wanting to be anywhere but in a class setting. Then, something I’d say or do would force his eyes to look up and engage.</p>
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