I went to both middle and high schools that were named for Paul Lawrence Dunbar, in Fort Worth, Texas. Like any of the other schools, we never learned anything about the namesake. Growing up, it also never occurred to me to read on my own. Now, at the age of 55, a powerful woman like yourself has brought this name to my attention and reignited an interest to learn. More of the history that was withheld, ignored or left behind from my schooling. Thank you for sharing this! It not only gives me something new to explore and learn about US history, but also takes me back to memories of my own adolescence and life since. And it is continued reinforcement of the importance of sharing these stories and reminding us all of the larger context of our lives in this country, as we watch the country slide (further) in front of our eyes. Thank you for sharing! You never know who it will reach and the effect it will have.
Thanks for reading!. Finding about his life and work really impacted me. It’s one of those moments in life where I know that that decision to use that machine that day at the library might have changed the trajectory of my life and the way that I will look at hope for our worlds moving forward. I’m so excited for you and the journey that you’re gonna go on as well 🤗
I went to both middle and high schools that were named for Paul Lawrence Dunbar, in Fort Worth, Texas. Like any of the other schools, we never learned anything about the namesake. Growing up, it also never occurred to me to read on my own. Now, at the age of 55, a powerful woman like yourself has brought this name to my attention and reignited an interest to learn. More of the history that was withheld, ignored or left behind from my schooling. Thank you for sharing this! It not only gives me something new to explore and learn about US history, but also takes me back to memories of my own adolescence and life since. And it is continued reinforcement of the importance of sharing these stories and reminding us all of the larger context of our lives in this country, as we watch the country slide (further) in front of our eyes. Thank you for sharing! You never know who it will reach and the effect it will have.
Thanks for reading!. Finding about his life and work really impacted me. It’s one of those moments in life where I know that that decision to use that machine that day at the library might have changed the trajectory of my life and the way that I will look at hope for our worlds moving forward. I’m so excited for you and the journey that you’re gonna go on as well 🤗
This was amazing