Every February of every year since I can remember has been set aside for Black history month. Each year
as children of the Diaspora, we celebrate the legend, heroes, history and culture of Black people whom
have made great contributions to societies all over the world. So why should Black people not celebrate
their achievements 365 days out of the year?
There are several different ways black families can and often do create celebratory activities during the
year. Celebrating holidays, seasonal cook outs, family reunions, social events and family adventures are
just to name a few. The most important part is everyone gathering together, from young to old, in love,
unity and peace, while recounting stories, sharing pictures, artifacts, etc. from generation to generation.
As an Black American woman of Hispanic and West Indian descent I get to be just that with no
reservations. I come from a lineage of beautiful, intelligent, determined , strong Black family, along
with a host and village of close friends, who deserve to be recognized and are of high esteem.
So let us not limit ourselves to one month.
Celebrate Black history, your history 365.
Peace.
