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ancestryinprogress: unclejalapeno: Malcolm X Assassinated Feb...

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 14:42:51 -0500

unclejalapeno:

Malcolm X Assassinated Feb 21, 1965.

That woman holding his head is the amazing Japanese American activist Yuri Kochiyama, who was left out and excluded by Spike Lee in the movie “Malcolm X”, a political move on the behalf of Lee, but one that could have further provoked solidarity between Asian folk (specifically those of Japanese descent) and Black folk. There was a time when all of the causes/movements of “brown”/”people of color” intersected deeply—the 60s/70s were a powerful time in history.

R.I.P Malcolm X Feburary 21,1965 three gunmen rushed Malcolm...

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:18:00 -0500

R.I.P Malcolm X

Feburary 21,1965 three gunmen rushed Malcolm onstage.

They shot him 15 times at close range.

"Only once in your life, I truly believe, you find someone who can completely turn your world around...."

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 14:01:17 -0500

““Only once in your life, I truly believe, you find someone who can completely turn your world around. You tell them things that you’ve never shared with another soul and they absorb everything you say and actually want to hear more. You share hopes for the future, dreams that will never come true, goals that were never achieved and the many disappointments life has thrown at you. When something wonderful happens, you can’t wait to tell them about it, knowing they will share in your excitement. They are not embarrassed to cry with you when you are hurting or laugh with you when you make a fool of yourself. Never do they hurt your feelings or make you feel like you are not good enough, but rather they build you up and show you the things about yourself that make you special and even beautiful. There is never any pressure, jealousy or competition but only a quiet calmness when they are around. You can be yourself and not worry about what they will think of you because they love you for who you are. The things that seem insignificant to most people such as a note, song or walk become invaluable treasures kept safe in your heart to cherish forever. Memories of your childhood come back and are so clear and vivid it’s like being young again. Colours seem brighter and more brilliant. Laughter seems part of daily life where before it was infrequent or didn’t exist at all. A phone call or two during the day helps to get you through a long day’s work and always brings a smile to your face. In their presence, there’s no need for continuous conversation, but you find you’re quite content in just having them nearby. Things that never interested you before become fascinating because you know they are important to this person who is so special to you. You think of this person on every occasion and in everything you do. Simple things bring them to mind like a pale blue sky, gentle wind or even a storm cloud on the horizon. You open your heart knowing that there’s a chance it may be broken one day and in opening your heart, you experience a love and joy that you never dreamed possible. You find that being vulnerable is the only way to allow your heart to feel true pleasure that’s so real it scares you. You find strength in knowing you have a true friend and possibly a soul mate who will remain loyal to the end. Life seems completely different, exciting and worthwhile. Your only hope and security is in knowing that they are a part of your life.””

- Bob Marley.

simply-war: Former Child soldiers pictured in Bomi Hills, Bomi...

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:51:37 -0500

simply-war:

Former Child soldiers pictured in Bomi Hills, Bomi county, Liberia, West Africa. Photo by Colin Mearns. 16 April 2004

50 Cent in Somalia; on his mission to feed one billion...

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:49:51 -0500

50 Cent in Somalia; on his mission to feed one billion children.

Photo Credit: Abby Ross

barka-art: Barka. - Golden Arms (The Black Swan) 2011 acrylic,...

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:40:58 -0500

barka-art:

Barka. - Golden Arms (The Black Swan) 2011

acrylic, oil, spray can, ink, air brush and marker pen on wood

barka.

exploration into exploitation, investigating the rubber tax in congo which led to the severing of hands by The Force Publique. At a time in Belgium you could buy chocolate hands to eat.

FREE BUJU!

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FREE BUJU!

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fly.

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fly.

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Secret #7: A confident woman does not live in "if only," and "what if."

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 12:36:31 -0500

Seek possibilities, not problems.

Secret #6: A confident woman takes action.

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 12:33:25 -0500

Your attitude makes all the difference in your life. Have a positive, aggressive, take-action attitude and you will enjoy life more.

Secret #5: A confident woman avoids comparisons.

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 12:27:59 -0500

Don’t reject the person God created you to be. God does not make mistakes, rather he helps us be the divine individual we are suppose to be.

Secret #4: A confident woman recovers from setbacks

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 12:19:10 -0500

A confident woman only fails when she stops trying.

Secret #3 : A confident woman is always positive.

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 12:14:00 -0500

Being positive is a choice. Being negative opens the door for a lot of problems and disappointments. Positive thinking can change your current reality.

Secret #2: A confident woman refuses to live in fear.

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 12:09:54 -0500

Faith is confidence.

(2 Timothy 1:7) Fear is not from God; it is the devil’s tool to keep people from enjoying their lives and making progress.

Secret #1 : A confident woman knows that she is loved

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 12:02:24 -0500

A confident woman does not fear being unloved because she knows first and foremost god loves her unconditionally.

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