Colgate University Alumna Recognized
/ Autumn McKenzie JacksonThe irony is not lost on me. Just the other day, I get a message from Doug, Colgate alumni, sharing an article that was posted recently in support of Black History Month.. https://gocolgateraiders.com/news/2019/2/21/volleyball-black-history-month-salute-autumn-mckenzie-97.aspx
Awesome to be recognized! Still, my first reaction is to shy away from the attention. I want my little to girls to realize that the possibilities are endless and I believe exposure is a great part of that. Last week I encouraged people to embrace their gifts and share them with the world. Who am I to do differently?
Today is Audrey’s birthday. She is 14 years old. I must tell you about her! What an extraordinary young lady! In addition to being an excellent student, she plays the saxophone and is an excellent swimmer. She is beautiful…
What beautiful and impactful work you do that has generational and eternal significance!
Then she asked me about my wedding dress and if she could try it on. I told her tomorrow would have been our wedding anniversary.
The last post I wrote was nearly two years ago. I have been grieving, slaying giants, raising champions, and growing in faith.
All of my senses get a treat as I take in the magnificence of God that is most evident for me in water, especially oceans
I have had to do all sorts of learning, relearning, and unlearning during my life journey. My goal has been to get to some level of proficiency, ease, and mastery with whatever I am doing.
I am now
Some days it is cold. Every day we learn