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?
This is my dad, Benjamin McKenzie. He is a handsome tall man. More often than not, you hear me talk about my mom. My mom was the outspoken one and it is easy to give her credit for most but that would be inaccurate.
On paper, I appear to be over committed and pulled by two sports in separate directions.
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.
Tory Palecek is my best friend from college. I met Tory the first day of volleyball preseason freshman year at Colgate University. We were both incoming freshmen. She immediately made an impression on me.