Black History means power to accept change. It’s a time to reflect and remember those that came before me that helped to align and shape my goals to give me the opportunity to live in a modernize society and freely accept and adapt to the change. Black History enables us to lift our standards of power and realization that the strength of a black woman or man lies in the mindset of purpose and the ability to believe change as it comes.
It is as simple as holding a door for another black sister or brother to walk through. It’s lending an ear to listen to the voice and hearts of others in their pursuit of change to promote the black legacy, which we shall overcome. Thanks to people like Barack Obama for changing the mindset and focus for all Americans and the world that Leadership has no color and a black man is capable to lead.
Thanks to Rosa Parks for taking the stand by sitting on a bus, Martin Luther King for echoing a change will come. Last but not least, my father and mother for their leadership in ensuring we adapt and live the change. Today I am a proud Captain in the Canadian Armed Forces and indeed a proud member of change.
May we always reflect on the many hurdles we have crossed and always remember that change starts with the man and woman in the mirror, always lend a helping hand and encourage and foster the change.
By: Capt D’Anne Robinson
