Carrie Fisher died recently. Debbie Reynolds, her mother, died one day after her. Some say Debbie died of a broken heart and was quoted saying she didn't want to live without Carrie.
A comedian made a joke that "Black mama's don't die cuz they kids do! They cry and say God don't make no mistakes!"
I would hope that all mother's no matter what their color would come together to put this comedian in his place.
A parent should never have to bury a child. It's just not the natural progression of life. A mother, who deserves the name mother not because she gave birth but because she is one, knows that your child's pain becomes your own pain.
I just want to scream at this comedian "STOP TRYING TO DIVIDE US!!!" We have many things in common, we have many differences. The color of our skin is just one of many things that makes us unique.
Focus on the things that you have in common with others and start your conversations there.
There was a cartoon when I was growing up that before two twins would go off to save the world they would say "Wonder twin powers ACTIVATE!" One would then take form of some sort of water and the other would take form of some sort of animal. They would then use their gifts to solve the problem..together.
Do not judge someone because they are not exactly like you. Gain a broader perspective by looking through their eyes.
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