A founding myth doesn’t necessarily mean a fictional story. It can mean the collection of stories, ideals, memories, sacrifices, and principles that a society believes explain who they are, where they came from, and what they are supposed to become.
#SayHerName grew from the need to make sure Black women were not left out of conversations about police violence in America. Women such as Rekia Boyd, Atatiana Jefferson and Sandra Bland became some of the best-known names associated with the movement, but there are many others whose stories never received the same national attention.
The women remembered through #SayHerName did not all die under the same circumstances. Some were killed during encounters with police, while others died in custody. What connects their stories is the effort to make sure Black women are remembered as individuals, not forgotten names or statistics. Learning what happened to them is part of understanding the wider history of race, policing and justice in America. #BlackHistory #SayHerName #BlackWomen
Being grateful goes beyond a simple “thank you.” It involves a deep, consistent awareness of blessings and a desire to return kindness, often fostering joy even during difficult moments.
I pray that the Lord would open my eyes to His blessings each day. ❤️🕊️
To be truly grateful means adopting a mindset that views life as a gift, acknowledging goodness and appreciating ordinary moments without relying on positive circumstances.
Sometimes people don’t need advice—they need someone willing to sit with them. Let’s support others in whatever way we can, rather than simply handing out advice .❤️