VJ DAY 2022!

I would like to wish everyone that celebrates the completion and end of World War II a very happy VJ Day 2022. VJ Day is known as the Victory Over Japan Day where Japan officially surrendered in World War II on August 15th 1945. The United States of America officially marks the surrender ceremony onContinue reading “VJ DAY 2022!”

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.”

HAPPY BIRTHDAY UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS RESERVE!

I would like to wish the United States Marine Corps Reserve (USMCR) a very happy 106th birthday, that is celebrated on August 29th 2022. The USMCR was established in 1916 and receives the same training as the U.S. Marines (USMC), to provide critical services to the USMC for active missions of all-kinds during peacetime, warContinue reading “HAPPY BIRTHDAY UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS RESERVE!”

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!”

Deputy Constable Omar Ursin.

My thoughts of love, prayer and condolences to family, friends, relatives, the Houston Police Department (HPD), Harris County Precinct 3 Commissioner’s office, the city of Houston and all who mourn the loss of Deputy Constable Omar Ursin. Deputy Ursin was tragically shot while he was off-duty to simply pick-up supper for his family. He wasContinue reading “Deputy Constable Omar Ursin.”

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.”

¡Viva Uruguay!

I would like to congratulate Uruguay with a very happy Independence day that is celebrated August 25th. This year the people of Uruguay will celebrate their 197th year of independence from the country of Brazil. I appreciate the shared heritages and mixed cultures of Uruguay from Argentina, Brazil, Portugal, and Spain. Uruguay is a countryContinue reading “¡Viva Uruguay!”

HOUSTON TEXANS | JAMEY ROOTS

I would like to join the Houston Texans and all who mourn the passing of Jamey Roots. Mr. Roots was an American Sports Executive that served as the first team President of the Houston Texans National Football League (NFL) team. He was a well-known and well-loved Houstonian. Jamey Roots passed away on August 21st, 2022,Continue reading “HOUSTON TEXANS | JAMEY ROOTS”