Congressman John Robert Lewis Statue Dedication Dekalb County Georgia Courthouse

 

by C. Henry Adams


On Saturday, August 24th 2024.  I witness the Congressman John Robert Lewis Statue Dedication before the Dekalb County Georgia Courthouse.  I rode the MARTA Train with my bicycle in tow to the Decatur MARTA Train Station.   Then, walked with my bike out of the under ground station to the area of the Courthouse above it to watch what I call a historic moment in our time.
 

Jennifer Holliday sung during the John Lewis unveiling on the Decatur Square.

Xenona Clayton spoke at the ceremony....

The crowd of people were large in number and the security was tight.  There were volunteers on duty passing out water.


Congressman John Robert Lewis served in the United States House of Representatives for Georgia's 5th congressional district from 1987 until his death in 2020.  I am glad that I had the chance to meet with him growing up as a young college student. I am glad that I paid my respects at his memorial service in the State of Georgia Capital Rotunda.

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The Dusk of a Tragedy & it's Reality of PTSD

 

by C. Henry Adams

C. Henry Adams would like to extend his condolences to the Family of Nathaniel T. Cope, 31, of Hiram, Georgia who passed away. Prayers of healing goes out to the other driver and all people who witness this accident.

On Thursday, July 26th 2024,  I decided to take a walk to a local store called, " Dollar General " from the Subdivision.  While walking down this road toward an intersection, I heard a sound like that of a " boom " or collision.  Then, looking down the road as I approach the point at which two things intersect...  There with others, I witness in the dusk of the day, a tragedy which resulted in the death of a motorcyclist.

According to the Mayo Clinic on the Internet. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/post-traumatic-stress-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20355967;

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that's triggered by a terrifying event — either experiencing it or witnessing it. Symptoms may include flashbacks, nightmares and severe anxiety, as well as uncontrollable thoughts about the event.

The death of the motorcyclist occurred minutes prior to myself appearing in the Dollar General store. I took a picture of the receipt to show as proof that I was near that area.

I share this experience and ordeal in an attempt to help heal myself and others who could possibly relate to experiencing Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Why?  Well, I know now that it is important to try & do these things:

1)  Stop thinking negative thoughts about yourself, other people in the World when you encounter a surreal event that could likely cause Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
2)  Have hope for the your future & other people futures.
3)  Talk to a close friend, close family member & or licensed mental health professional or Doctor.
4)  The surreal event will likely place you into shock;  keep moving forward literally and figuratively. 

According to the Mayo Clinic on the Internet. https://www.mayoclinic.org/first-aid/first-aid-shock/basics/art-20056620;

Shock is a critical condition brought on by the sudden drop in blood flow through the body. Shock may result from trauma, heatstroke, blood loss or an allergic reaction. It also may result from severe infection, poisoning, severe burns or other causes.

Shock keeps organs from getting enough blood or oxygen. If shock is not treated, it can lead to permanent organ damage or even death.

UPDATE  7/28/24  10:08 EST:

After further thought, I realize that a number of people pass through that intersection and likely witness that incident which could have caused Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).  Perhaps,  it is time that the United States of America developed a Mental Health Team of 1st Responders.

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Hey C. Henry! I thought you said that you were Homeless?

by C. Henry Adams


My Reply to the question asked...

Overcoming homelessness is a task in itself.  I can only speak for myself, reference information and places to seek help.  But, in all of your doing, may I suggest that you put God 1st through prayer.

Don't believe in God, huh?   Well, I can not fault you for what you do not believe in.

May I suggest that you consider thinking positive.  For instance, think that life will be better for yourself & family, if they share homelessness with you.

Do not give up, give in or give out on LIFE.    

Encourage and develop ' Plans of Actions '  in your mind 1st, then implement them in your life.

Examples of creating a plan of action if you are living outside:

1)  (Plan A)  Identify your belongings and keep them close to yourself. 

Example of belongings: 

* Social Security Card

* Driver's License - (Up to Date or Expired)

* Military ID Tag  

* DD214 

* Library Card - (Up to Date or Expired)

2)  (Plan B)  Seek a place to stay for a short period of time to seek help from homelessness. Make up in your mind that staying there is not the answer for long periods of time. 

3)  (Plan C) Seek or go find a job to work.  It is just a step to doing better in life.

4)  (Plan D) Do you drink alcohol or do drugs to get high? If you stated, yes - seek help to control or better yet stop the usage.   Sometimes attending a religious organization or community group could help.

5)  (Plan E) How do you feel?  Examine yourself and then consider asking a close friend or family member that you trust to tell you about you?  If you need help, seek a licensed medical or psychology professional to help you.

6)  (Plan F)  Dream the impossible dream & live. Sometimes, it is good to keep your dreams written down and quietly away from other people eyes.  Do this with Plan A, Plan B, Plan C, Plan D, Plan E, & Plan F.

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Goodbye Mr. Ortega Until We Meet Again

Rafael Ortega Melendez
 

April 11, 1940 - May 21, 2024

 

 Raphael Ortega greeting Dr. Elie Kabwende (Democratic Republic of Congo) in VA Hospital on January , 2024

Alejandro Ramirez, nephew of Gustavo Ramirez, the Conductor of the band Los Profesionales from Venezuela  (May, 2024)

by C. Henry Adams & Dr.  Jorge Ramirez


It is with great sadness that we announce to the Latin American World, the passing of Rafael Ortega Melendez.   As an American Citizen from Puerto Rico, he served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. From 1965 until his death due to illness, he shared his love for the Hispanic Community and the African American People in Atlanta, Georgia.  He is best known for being a Business Owner, a Mentor, a Father, a Great Host & Friend.   We say, adios Mr. Ortega until we meet again.

(Written in Spanish)  Escrito en Español

Con gran tristeza anunciamos al mundo latinoamericano el fallecimiento de Rafael Ortega Meléndez. Ciudadano Americano de Puerto Rico quien sirvió en el Ejército de los Estados Unidos durante la Guerra de Vietnam.

Desde 1965 hasta su muerte por enfermedad, compartió su amor por la Comunidad Hispana y el Pueblo Afroamericano en Atlanta, Georgia. El señor Ortega, fue conocido como hombre de negocios, un buen mentor, buen padre, un gran anfitrión y amigo.

Ahora decimos: "Adios Sr. Ortega hasta que nos encontremos de nuevo".


Funeral Arrangement by Family:  https://www.flaniganfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Rafael-Melendez-3/#!/Obituary


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Rev. Raphael Warnock U.S. Senator - Community Resource Connection Day

 

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As the Sunsets, John Leland McCrae is in the West

 


by C. Henry Adams


When talking of this Brother,  I am thankful for his guidance as a Man,  a US Marine, a Mason and Christian. There are many definitions of the word 'secret'. The one that stands out in my mind regarding this Mentor's Guidance is this... " a valid but not commonly known or recognized method of achieving or maintaining something. "  ("the secret of a happy marriage is compromise").

God said , "Be fruitful and multiple." Brother John McCrae is a Husband, Father, Grandfather, & Great Grandfather. "  He has managed many gardens or landscapes in his lifetime.  He has actually fed many people literally in his lifetime.  Liken there was a time in Albany, Georgia, whereas, drove a convoy of people from Dekalb County, Georgia to a neighborhood in Albany, Georgia to set up a massive grill to feed  neighbors, first responders and many people alike.

Well done thy good and faithful servant.  We will see you again.  May God bless you at rest.  May God bless your wife, son, daughters, grand children, great grand children, extended family and friends.


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The Significance of James Oglethorpe, Father of Georgia prior to the American Revolutionary War

 

by C. Henry Adams

On Wednesday, February 14th 2024, I had the opportunity to visit Oglethorpe University with a business colleague - ( Dr. Elie Kabwende) to hear the lecture of Dekalb County CEO, Michael L. Thurmond.  On this date, Oglethorpe University presented Oglethorpe Day.

"Oglethorpe Day honors our university's namesake, James Edward Oglethorpe. Held in February, Oglethorpe Day commemorates the anniversary of General Oglethorpe's arrival in the new world in Savannah, Ga. Each year the festivities begin with the exciting Petrels of Fire race."

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Quote from:
https://oglethorpe.edu/life/legends-traditions/oglethorpeday/

Dekalb County CEO, Michael L. Thurmond lecture was regarding the founder, 

" James Oglethorpe on February 12, 1733, the Georgia colony that he envisioned as a unique social welfare experiment. Administered by twenty-one original trustees, the Georgia Plan offered England’s “worthy poor” and persecuted Christians an opportunity to achieve financial security in the New World by exporting goods produced on small farms. Most significantly, Oglethorpe and his fellow Trustees were convinced that economic vitality could not be achieved through the exploitation of enslaved Black laborers."

Quote from:

James Oglethorpe, Father of Georgia

A Founder’s Journey from Slave Trader to Abolitionist

Michael L. Thurmond

Foreword by James F. Brooks

General James Oglethorpe’s life, legacy, and fight against slavery

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Through Michael L. Thurmond years of research, he uncovers that Oglethorpe's evolution from slave trader to abolitionist was possibly influenced by his relationships with two black men; Ayuba Suleiman Diallo and Olaudah Equiano. 

Dekalb County CEO, Michael L. Thurmond is a politician, attorney, author, historian, husband and father. His experience extends throughout his life from Paine College, the University of South Carolina School of Law, the Georgia General Assembly to the Labor Commissioner of Georgia and now the the Chief Executive Officer of DeKalb County, Georgia.

It was an enlightening surprise to learn about the Founder of Georgia - James Oglethorpe.

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No Regard for Human Life at the Cross Walk In Clarkston, Ga USA

 

by C. Henry Adams

" Clarkston is known as "Ellis Island of the South." More than half of the population was born outside of the United States and 60 languages are spoken in the city's one square mile. "

Quote from :

March 5, 2022 / 1:03 PM EST / CBS News

CBS Saturday Morning

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/refugees-clarkston-georgia-afghanistan/

Inside the Georgia city that has become a home away from home for refugees: "The people are very loving"

I placed these keywords in google below , just to see what would come up:

georgia
state
dekalb
county
indian creek
cross walk
accident

Well,  then I copied all the dates where a pedestrian was reported involved in an accident within the Clarkston, Dekalb County Georgia area :

Oct 19, 2017
Jan 19, 2021
Jan 6, 2023
Oct 12, 2023

There are many more dates reported.

As the City of Clarkston, Georgia grows while being apart of Metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia area, likely there will be an increase of pedestrian loss of life.  Unless actions are taken to preserve life; like place up a red light near the Dekalb County Clarkston Library & Community Center in place of the crosswalk seen above in this particular blog.

There is a 171 page DEKALB COUNTY 2050 UNIFIED PLAN COMPREHENSIVE
LAND USE PLAN

Why is this important? 

"Well, The DeKalb County 2050 Comprehensive Development Plan is a key part of the DeKalb County 2050 Unified Plan and includes policies and recommendations created to guide decision making related to development and growth within DeKalb County."

02 - ISSUES, OPPORTUNITIES, & GOALS

DEKALB COUNTY 2050 UNIFIED PLAN COMPREHENSIVE
LAND USE PLAN

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Hey, I'm Homeless - Why Discriminate Against Me?

 

by C. Henry Adams

In June of 2023,  I was working for Briggs and Stratton - Advanced Battery Manufacturing, when I decided to make one of those life changing decisions and retire.  Perhaps, to some people, my decision was irrational and a bit mentally ill.  After all, who in their right mind would leave a $38,000.00 USD a year job (Not a Career)  to pursue an American Dream to be a business owner?  To some people, the thought, the action, the re-action and counter moves that one will experience could be considered insane.

But, what if your Plan A  (Adams Henry Christopher Contracting, LLC ) did not quite work after making the above decision?

Then, your Plan B  ( CHAAS, LLC ) did not quite work as well.

Then,  Plan C  ( Global Relief and Rescue Community, Inc ) did not quite work .

Then,  Plan D  ( HASPS ) did not quite work.

Finally, Plan E  ( Neighbors Nephew Landscaping Services LLC ) did not quite work, too.

So, what do one do?

If , the late Marion Lewis Adams, Sr. was alive; he would have advised myself to take what did work to form a business plan to resolve the solution.

Sometimes, this task is not easy to accomplish.  Fore, it might require one to truly humble themselves.

"A vulnerable population experiencing homelessness not only experience personal and economic hardship, but they also face discrimination and exclusion because of their housing status.

Although past research has shown that identifying with multiple groups can buffer against the negative consequences of discrimination on well-being, it remains to be seen whether such strategies protect well-being of people who are homeless. "

Quote from:

Front Psychol. 2015; 6: 739.

Published online 2015 Jun 1. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2015.00739

PMCID: PMC4450171

PMID: 26082741

Discrimination and well-being amongst the homeless: the role of multiple group membership

Melissa Johnstone,^1,*† Jolanda Jetten,^1,† Genevieve A. Dingle,¹ Cameron Parsell,² and Zoe C. Walter¹

Therefore, the only way that I could learn to better myself was to merely humble myself.

I put aside the pride to accept prayers and  have truly tried for two years to learn unconditional love.

Hey, I'm homeless.  So, why discriminate against me when I get hungry?  So, why discriminate against me when I have no place of my own to sleep?  So, why discriminate against me when I have no job paying me enough to sustain above $14,580 or https://www.healthcare.gov/glossary/federal-poverty-level-fpl/  ?

Sometimes, to understand people, things or even situations, one would have to experience them.


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Own Up to Your Mistakes!

 

by C. Henry Adams



Just a thought.  Should you tell a lie?  In my professional opinion, the answer is NO. It is said that former U.S. President (Donald Trump) incited a riot when he got many people to believe a lie.

Why?  Likely, because he did not accept the fact he lost a federal election to be the U.S. President, a second term.  He did not own up to his mistakes.  Own up means admit or confess.

On Sunday, January 14th 2024, District Attorney Fani Willis of Fulton County in the State of Georgia
own up to the fact that she was not perfect.  She gave a speech based on a letter she wrote to God.  She shared it with the congregation at  Big Bethel AME Church in Atlanta, Georgia.

Own Up to Your Mistakes!



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