*While i’ve been on this earth for 43 years now, I’ve seen many ups an many downs and what unfortunately I’ve found is that women are just as imperfect as men. I’ve found that many of the difficulties of my life have come from a number of flawed and failed decisions made by the women charged with my development, growth, safety and sanity. What I’ve further found is that out of all that I’ve endured, I’ve become a man of proficiency and professionalism. I’m capable of being an ambitious Father while a moderately happy husband. As a Black Man with still long-standing Goals and Ambitions having survived abuse and deprivation…having avoided the societal conditions that would otherwise see me in jail, disabled or just dead, I’m still pushing forward and in positive ways. I’m doing it…and doing mostly on my own…with God.
Now—while being in this position—I feel the need to encourage myself to develop a piece and product that symbolizes my feelings on Mothers.
The role of a Mother—as well as a Father—is key and fundamental to a child’s development. This is and has never been denied nor refuted but Mother’s are key to the overall wellbeing of the people that walk the earth. Many women endure and survive situations and circumstances that are totally out of their control—those that are often authored and implemented by men. In whatever case, none of us are perfect…and while we’re always compelled to be respectful and appreciative of the people in our lives, these holidays and events should do not to override or overshadow the people and experiences that have impacted our lives. Out of respect for my wife and the mother of my child, I know that there are some REALLY good mothers out there…and so, here’s to you.
Additionally, there’s no substituting the place of a MELANIN MOM; a mother of Color, Ethnicity and/or Culture. To those mothers who have had to endure society’s issues, pressures, issues and obstacles because of the color of their skin or the economic class or any other condition as byproduct of race and class, I say—WE say—Thank You. You are Loved and Appreciated.