Entrenched in the World of Islamic Pirates, Catholicism, Spanish explorers and conquistadors, I was reflecting upon the sugar, ginger, jewels, gold, silver mines, that were found in Hispaniola, Cuba and New Spain (Gibson, 2014, p. 70). I wondered has everything been discovered? What if there was still so much to find and discover in theContinue reading “CURIOUS NATURE.”
Category Archives: International
SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH.
One of the features for the calendar month of September 2022 is Suicide Prevention Month, to create and raise awareness for the importance of Suicide Prevention. Preventions are possible and can save lives. Important resources often simply begin with 1 person who is willing to listen and validate what one is feeling. This can beContinue reading “SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH.”
REMEMBERING PRINCESS DIANA.
I would like to take the time to join you to remember Princess Diana. August 31st 2022 marks the passing of Princess Diana at the young age of 36. Diana Frances Spencer was a member of the British Royal Family and is the mother of Prince William and Prince Harry. I have fond memories ofContinue reading “REMEMBERING PRINCESS DIANA.”
Mikhail Gorbachev.
I would like to join World leaders to express my deepest gratitude and reverence for the passing of the last remanning President of the Soviet Union Mikhail Gorbachev. Gorbachev passed away on August 30th 2022 that served as the Russian leader with a Ukrainian heritage. While upon the passing of his life we reflect uponContinue reading “Mikhail Gorbachev.”
Pakistan Floods | Thank You Houston!
I would like to take the time to say thank you to the city of Houston, Texas., that has pulled together to support and raise awareness for the floods that are taking place in Pakistan. Thank you for including and supporting the Pakistani community during the time of Monsoon rains and floods. Image 1 –Continue reading “Pakistan Floods | Thank You Houston!”
DEMOCRATIC SPACES?
I took the time to reflect upon democracy and democratic spaces. While it is important to preserve democracy, I wondered do we ever discuss or what should be constituted as a democratic space, where democratic discussions take place? For instance – the students who come together in a classroom, the individuals are from various backgrounds,Continue reading “DEMOCRATIC SPACES?”
KABUL TERRORIST ATTACK ANNIVERSARY.
On the 1st anniversary of the Kabul terrorist attack that took place on August 26th 2021, I take the time to solemnly remember the 13 American service men and women who were tragically killed from the suicide bombing outside of the Hamid Karzai Airport, in Kabul, Afghanistan. With the fallen U.S.A. Marines and Navy serviceContinue reading “KABUL TERRORIST ATTACK ANNIVERSARY.”
HAPPY SCHOOL YEAR 2022-2023!
I would like to join everyone who has graciously and kindly taken the time to pray for our students, all that are embarking upon the journey of learning, for the school year of 2022-2023! August 22nd, 2022 is also known as the first day of school. I have appreciated taking the time to reflect uponContinue reading “HAPPY SCHOOL YEAR 2022-2023!”
U.S. SENATE MINORITY REPORT | DOCUMENT ANALYSIS!
As I completed the reading of the recent report that was released by Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Jim Risch (R-ID) entitled: “Biden’s Border Crisis: Examining Policies that Encourage Illegal Migration” (United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations Minority Report, 2022). I decided that it is important to offer some-kind of conclusive view / opinion. However, asContinue reading “U.S. SENATE MINORITY REPORT | DOCUMENT ANALYSIS!”
INTER-AMERICAN WEEK FOR INDIGENOUS PEOPLE!
I would like to wish everyone that takes part and celebrates Inter-American Indigenous Week all the very best as you celebrate and commemorate the indigenous peoples within the 35 countries that are included in the Organization of the American States. This year’s theme is the importance of women, their contributions to family and communities. IContinue reading “INTER-AMERICAN WEEK FOR INDIGENOUS PEOPLE!”