WIthin this writing I reflect upon Chapter 4 of my reading from the book entitled: “EL NORTE.” I specifically became interested at the making of racial categories within what we know today as America.
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SUMMARY | CHAPTER 3!
Within this writing I reflect upon Chapter 3 of my book reading entitled: “EL NORTE.”
MY ALHAMBRA!
Within this blog post I connect the celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr to the historical relations between Muslim and Catholic Spain with the Alhambra that is located in Granada, Spain.
ST. AUGUSTINE.
The early expeditions that also involved the struggles between the French and the English were eventually resolved. The Spanish were able to maintain their foot-hold upon the Spanish settlements and forts. ST. Augustine because the main settlement in Florida, USA. Other names of forts include: San Felipe and Santa Elena. I took the time toContinue reading “ST. AUGUSTINE.”
EMERGING VOICES!
Within this writing I reflect upon the recent readings and notes from the book entitled: “EL NORTE,” as related to my previous blog posts and current events, and why I feel that it is necessary to read and learn the American Hispanic / Spanish heritage.
BOOK READING NOTES!
This blog post page is to share and preserve thoughts as I read through the book entitled: “EL NORTE, The Epic and Forgotten Story of North America” (Gibson, 2019).
HAPPY BIRTHDAY THOMAS JEFFERSON!
Thomas Jefferson, founding father, integral to the the creation of the Declaration of Independence, 3rd President of the United States of America was born on April 13th, 1743. For this day I took the time to reflect upon the quote that I have shared and memories of truly memorable experience / visit to the ThomasContinue reading “HAPPY BIRTHDAY THOMAS JEFFERSON!”
GEORGE P. SHULTZ
Our thoughts of love, prayer and condolences to all who mourn the loss of George P. Shultz. I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Shultz especially as we live among many individuals who contributed to the historical formation of America and do not know about their existence only to know when weContinue reading “GEORGE P. SHULTZ”
CAPITOL ROUND UP.
These thoughts are a continuation of my previous blog post that reflect upon the riots in Capitol Hill. Within this writing I connect the upcoming inauguration, impeachment and Confederate flag.
SEVILLA FC!
Congratulations to Spanish Soccor / Football Club – Sevilla FC’s UEFA Europa League Football Championship! To celebrate this win and also the recent reading / writing about American History as related to the Spanish Expeditions I decided to cook Churro’s. A traditional Spanish and Portuguese dessert, which is also a popular American dessert. Congratulations Sevilla FC!
{HEART'S, FOREVER!} 