These women are me. Oprah
Oprah owns a collection of original property ledgers from former plantations. The ledgers contain the names, ages, and prices of people along with cattle, wagons, and other possessions. The framed ledgers hang in her library as a reminder of where she came from.
Oprah is the great-great-granddaugter of enslaved people. In a different era, her name would have been in someone’s ledger. Oprah says she wants this constant reminder so she remembers, “These women are me.”
Who would you be, where would you be, what would your life be like if someone hadn’t fought for your freedom? Although not a slave, I would have no voice, no vote, and no property.
Affirmations: I honor those who paved the way for me. I will be a “paver” too.
Coaching questions: What do you believe needs to be done today so more will have a life of freedom? What are you doing to pave the way for future generations?
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