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🇺🇸 What is July 4th to the grandnephew of a sharecropper? Growing up, we would rise early to prepare the ingredients for Alabama gumbo on the land we lived on. My Uncle Tommy would use a huge black pot on an open flame, while Aunt Molly seasoned fresh vegetables and meats. The aroma was scrumptious, but under the careful gaze of the white landowner and his wife, we were simply told to "Have a Happy 4th." The Black help, including Ms. Maryanna, spent the day serving Mr. Elmer's family and guests. Our celebration consisted of a new white t-shirt and the annual baseball game—a brief moment of fellowship, fun, and a pause from everyday oppression. We enjoyed hot dogs, fried whiting fish, BBQ chicken, Kool-Aid, and homemade ice cream churned by us kids.Oh and the landowner gave us one Mason jar of the gumbo. Laughter filled the air as the sun set. For this grandnephew of a sharecropper, July 4th is a reminder that we remain in the middle of a mountain. As Gil Scott-Heron sings, we must keep climbing. Today, let's recommit to the struggle. Winter is coming, and my impatient optimism is for ALL who chase liberation to keep climbing. Liberation is not found in the middle of this mountain, and our movement is not a hustle. Liberation in health and healthcare equity is making the impossible possible. It's #Heartwork #IndependenceDay #KeepClimbing #Liberation #SharecropperLegacy #July4th #SocialJustice #ImpatientOptimism

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬-𝟑𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞-𝐍𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐚 -Nebraska, which was admitted to the union as the 37th state on March 1, 1867, two years after the end of the American Civil War, contains some of the nation’s best ranchland and farmland. -Prior to its statehood, the Nebraska Territory had been sparsely settled but saw growth during the California Gold Rush in 1848, with a larger wave of settlers arriving as homesteaders in the 1860s. -Date of Statehood: March 1, 1867 -Capital: Lincoln -Population: 1,826,341 (2010) -Size: 77,349 square miles -Nickname(s): Cornhusker State -Motto: Equality Before the Law -Tree: Cottonwood -Flower: Goldenrod -Bird: Western Meadowlark -Interesting Facts.... -The popular drink Kool-Aid was invented in Hastings, Nebraska, in 1927. The brainchild of Edwin Perkins, Kool-Aid is the state’s official soft drink. -In 1872, J. Sterling Morton proposed a holiday to promote the planting of trees in Nebraska. The first “Arbor Day”—in which an estimated 1 million trees were planted—was celebrated on April 10, 1872. By 1920, 45 states had adopted the holiday. -The world’s largest exhibited mammoth skeleton was found on a farm in Lincoln County in 1922. Originating from the Late Pleistocene Era, “Archie” is on display at the University of Nebraska State Museum. -On June 22, 2003, a record-setting hailstone with a circumference of 18.75 inches fell in Aurora. The storm left craters of up to 14 inches in the ground and caused roughly $500,000 in property damage and one million dollars in crop damage. Sourcehttps://loom.ly/LyA_PuM #Nebraska

If you are from out of state and you might be considering moving to Eagle, Idaho, you don't want to miss this walking tour. I talk about my favorite BBQ spot, the school district, and how much my client saved by moving from Texas to Eagle, Idaho. If you want to learn more, grab a snack and watch the full video today. #eagleidaho #idaho #downtowneagleidaho

Just a reminder of the Brown and Crouppen Law Firm School Supply drive tomorrow from 10-3! Looking forward to helping out and getting to know more people in my community. :) #lexisnexiscares #Schoolsuppliesstlouis #brownCrouppenLawFirm

Raising the roof for all the dads out there! Here’s to the fathers who protect, teach, and love—your efforts pave the way for future generations. Enjoy your well-deserved day, dads! 👨🎉 #HappyFathersDay #FathersDay2024 #FarhaRoofing #CommercialRoofing #ResidentialRoofing

🌟 From the Weekend Warriors to the Whiskered Winners: It's a Good Day for Votes! 🌟 Friday has dawned, and with it, a chance for our pets to rise from neighborhood hidden gems to celebrated champions. The weekend beckons, and people everywhere seek a little delight and distraction from the daily grind. What better way to provide it than by sharing the joy of our furry, feathered, and finned friends? 🐾 A Moment of Magic: Share your pet's entry across your social media platforms and let their charm and personality brighten timelines far and wide. It's a chance to remind the world of your pet’s quest to conquer the pages of the Vines and K-9s calendar, transforming from underdog to household name. 🔗 Community Support: Encourage friends and family to rally around your pet’s entry, casting votes that propel them toward their rightful place in the spotlight. Remember, every vote counts not just for your pet’s journey, but for the mission of K-911 Paws Foundation and the American Lung Association in Arizona. 🎉 Let's Celebrate: As the week comes to a close, let's see those votes roll in. Share, vote, and make this weekend the turning point that elevates your pet’s story to new heights. #VinesAndK9s #WeekendToWin #RiseToTheTop #PetContestSupport American Lung Association https://lnkd.in/gj8Z-kbt

As we ring in the year 2024, there are so many exciting things happening at Lubbock Christian University! Check out this latest issue of Reflections for an exclusive look at the newly-completed Gullo Hall, the impact of both new and seasoned faculty, the momentum of LCU's Mabee Foundation Honors College, an alumna's life-changing impact in the lives of children, and more. https://lnkd.in/gwE9e5Qx

Not only does Feed the Children help children around the world, but they are headquartered right here in OKC making an impact locally, nationally, and globally. I loved getting to attend the grand opening of the FEED's Partner Market! This new program is based out of our distribution center in Oklahoma City where local partner organizations can shop for the products they need - whether that be food, cleaning items, hygiene, and even books. Did you know that 15% of people live below the poverty line right here in Oklahoma City? With the Partner Market, FEED is working to create measurable, sustained impact, and create a world where no child goes to bed hungry. https://lnkd.in/dpg2Jc35

The concepts taught at the Ranching for Profit School are designed to not just challenge the way you ranch but can be applied to any business. This is possible because we teach management principles that can help any type of business succeed. While attending out Ranching for Profit School, JR and Jonee Crozier of Buffalo, Wyoming had big paradigm shifts that challenged their way of thinking. They can't wait to make changes to their family ranch operation! #ranching4profit #paradigms #businessowners

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