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Over the years of having the privilege and pleasure of writing this column, I have limited voicing my thoughts and opinions about politics. Politics is not my expertise and I realize that it is a very volatile subject and many people have very personal and protective views on the subject. 

America is in the fight of its life.  We are currently in election season across the nation.  In some states,  primary elections have recently concluded and ugliness continues to raise its head. There is a battle between right and wrong, Black and white, democrat and republican, and the division has even caused strife between family members.  

There are not many things in life that are certain, but one of those certainties is death. As unsettling as it might sound, the fact is, we all are going to die. Death is part of life and there is no escaping it.  

I recently had the opportunity to spend a beautiful day with a dear friend and we spent our time strolling through beautiful plush green gardens, enjoying a delightful lunch, and then culminating the afternoon sitting under a tree and talking.  

This year, Father’s Day lands on the same day as Juneteenth. As we celebrate fathers and all they do for the family, we will also shine a light on Juneteenth.  

Recently I wrote about how important it is for us to light a candle rather than to curse the darkness. We continue to experience troubled times which can create a feeling of hopelessness. Several people have reached out to me and expressed they could relate to what I shared, but they wanted some tips or tools to help navigate the rough waters and hard times.  

My heart is heavy when I think about the violence that continues to persist in our world today.  I know that violence is not new and it has been with us since the beginning of time, but with social media, television, and all forms of communication regarding what happens around the globe, information hits us faster than a speeding bullet.   

Life teaches us many lessons.  Some of these lessons are universal and affect you regardless of your age, sex, religion, place of birth or financial status.  

 Society today is quick to call someone a hero because they have special achievements and abilities. Their achievements may have been in a war and their abilities may have been to play a sport and we read about them in a book or saw them on television.  

For as long as I can remember I have been sharing the importance of learning your meaning, so you can develop your message, which will allow you to carry out your mission. One’s mission and purpose are synonymous.