Wow! I just met with a police detective and we spent over 2 hours discussing gang prevention in the community. Our purpose has never been clearer... our kids need us. But they need more than another motivational speech, more than another cute power point presentation filled with statistics, they need a wake up call! This journey that my foundation is embarking on is no small task. We need to unite the schools, community leaders, churches and homes to stop the downhill spiral of the loss of our children.
Parents need to be engaged, supportive and active in their kids lives. But they also need to set limits, maintain consistent standards, and be willing to show "tough love."
Communities need to raise awareness about the negative activities going on around them. City streets need to be taken back by the law abiding citizens, and no one should be afraid to walk around the block.
No one person can do it... I was reminded of this today. But one person can ignite a movement... a movement of choice.
-We CHOOSE to excel in school!
-We CHOOSE to eliminate gang influence on our kids!
-We CHOOSE to become active and impact our community!
-We CHOOSE to quit making excuses and make a difference!
Just like the young person in this picture, the only thing that can prevent success... is a little thing we all control... Our Choice!
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