My Mother and Dr. King

My mother marched with Martin Luther King Jr. She was not a civil rights icon,but a 20 year old fed up with segregation .My family lived in Washington DC at the time and like many others in the city experienced segregation in the south.Mama was told by her job that if she didn't report to work that she would be fired.Young people when challenged will always take the challenge.

Dr.King was a 34 year old debating politics with established politicians and presidents.Neither in their own worlds back down from the challenge.I am glad they both accepted the challenge.Mama went to march that day,and managed to get four feet behind Dr.King.They marched,they sang,they prayed ,and they dreamed.

I am glad they both challenged the system. As we observe the MLK Birthday Celebration, we must not forget the countless others who assisted the Reverend Doctor Martin Luther King Jr..Through countless small acts of courage,and the major acts of courage from leaders like Dr.King and others the civil rights struggle was won.Thank you Mama and thank you Dr.King.