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Sumner T. McKnight Mansion Proposal to Phillips
By Robert Larson The 2200 Park Ave. McKnight mansion needs a new use. My proposal for this former Native American property: The idea is to convert it into a Neighborhood Garage in memory of Muriel Simmons. It would be for the benefit of families in need of affordable personal transportation repair and maintenance. I am well aware of the financial burden when a vehicle breaks down and you have to afford expensive repairs. What does a family do when they are on a fixed income? Do they resort to public transportation, family, friends, and neighbors to get around? How about a taxi? Is there a loner car provided when your car is being repaired? Getting your family to an appointment or shopping is difficult when your car is broken down. Do you take your children on the bus or walk to a scheduled appointment? Families are in need of an affordable alternative. I believe this concept is vital to a thriving community. The end result will help support affordable transportation repairs [...]
Anchor Family CHAT includes Daisy and her family
Daisy”'s family and Anchor CHAT team members listening to a letter of gratitude being read from Councilmember Glidden: From left to right: Ray Thompson (Anchor Family CHAT), Fifi, Kathy,and Daisy Buenrostro with mother Angelica, Lee Younger (Anchor Family CHAT) and Andrea Jenkins, aide to 8th Ward Councilmember Elizabeth Glidden. Through the Backyard Initiative Assessment process, it became apparent that families in the BYI area are experiencing isolation and lack of resources to sustain health and well-being. There is a clear need to rebuild the web of relationships that will mend the fragmentation that families are experiencing. It is also necessary to restore the family bond with our youth to increase their sense of belonging and interconnectedness. Connecting them to elders and mentors in the community will provide guidance and direction. An Anchor Family acts as catalyst for increased interconnectedness, building community through community rituals, gatherings and [...]
Self-care tips for an activist
Take good care of yourself physically. Drink plenty of water, rest, get good sleep and exercise. Rely on your family for support. Process or talk about your experiences with a mentor. Have a balance between friends, responsibilities, and your passions. Capture your feelings about your experiences; journal, write an article, start a blog. Be a part of a group that honors your cultural heritage. This prevents isolation and a feeling of being used. Have fun as much as possible..
