No one or nothing could have prepared me for October of 2018 when my father took his last breath on this Earth. It felt like the entire world had crumbled in on me. My leader, my mentor, my idol and my friend all-in-one had transitioned. The empty feeling of being robbed of his presence brought about every imaginable emotion. In the short term I was not good. I was not good at all.
Author: Carma Henry
Carma Henry
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In recognition of the month of April as “Care Workers Recognition Month,” American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) President Lee Saunders recently attended and offered remarks at the “Care Can’t Wait” event in Washington, DC honoring the nation’s care givers. President Biden also offered remarks at the event.
It was Not a Competition; it was a Celebration!” Hosted in partnership with the Dillard Center for the Arts Foundation, the Sound Check Band Showcase (Gym Battle) has become one of the most anticipated community events in South Florida.