| The buzzing conversation that occurred regarding the riot which happened in Baltimore, Maryland sent chills up many parents spines due to the overwhelming concern of young black men being beaten, treated unfairly or even killed. Many angry and hurt citizens stirred the streets of Baltimore to protest and heighten the attention of city and state officials. However, this protest soon turned into a turbulent, destructive and widely viewed riot that unfortunately led to violence and criminal acts. One mother recognized her teenage son participation in this riot; throwing cans and other objects to policemen. This mother with fear, humiliation and a mother’s love literally whipped him off of the streets and back home. This spoke volumes to me as a parent. She drowned out the voices of negativity and single handedly redirected her son to a path of sensibility. Many frowned on this approach, but I viewed it as a GREAT moment! That moment when you decide to take the position of leader and authoritarian. This mother did this by teaching her son through a single action of pure love the path she wanted him to pursue; one that would lead him to a life of passion that also embraces purpose and peace. This my friend is GREATNESS uncensored! |
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