Passing The Baton
Each generation is different from the one before it and the one to come. Although traditions and stories have been passed down for many years and connect generations. Folk tale lessons are passed down through generations, as a baton is passed in a track event. The oldest method of communicating information is through song, and folk tale. A folk tale is a story that has been passed down through many communities and is used to explain a life lesson. For those that are lucky enough to have a first hand experience of being told an old folk tale it was most likely told to them by a wise older person and the trend continues down to you. Before everyone was disconnected and had houses all across town the communities were brought together by stories and...
What Is Your Community Creating?
“I’m a reflection of the community.” -Tupac Shakur Think about the above quote for a moment. There are so many sayings and quotes that reveal that children are created and raised by the community and society that they are brought up in. In some cases, there are children who break out of their society and community norms to do the opposite, but for the most part children do tend to become the product of the environment they were brought up in. This is nothing new to us, yet are we trying to change this? Are we giving any effort to ensuring our community is set up to help those who need it, give, and promote children to grow up in a way that will help them to better their lives? What is being creating and cultivated in your community?...
The Communities Are Growing Stronger
One of the greatest back bones in American society today is, community gatherings. You might be surprised to know that there is a new wave of American culture happening right under the noses of tourists and those passing through. The world is a different place than in past years, and it is becoming more united than ever before, even if no one is really broadcasting things of this nature. This is especially true in the inner cities, where violence once reigned, community help has taken over. This is true beyond the four walls of the church, where most of the free help would come in the past, it is now crossing race, religion, and wealth, strengthening the core of families and beyond. If you’re not familiar with the community organization efforts happening in...
