First Cousins
Standing in front of their grandparents' sod house.
Overton, Nebraska, Christmas, 1913
Overton, Nebraska, Christmas, 1913
My father is the toddler being held by his older brother, 3rd from the left.
February is Black History Month. As one who learned my true racial heritage late in life, I take great pride in singing along to the words of the Black National Anthem, Lift Every Voice and Sing!
These are MY people. This is MY family. Celebrate diversity.