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The nathie ASL Soul poetry fundraising PROJECT
Sharing with you all a few words from Dr. Nathie, whose birthday we are celebrating today! In her 2007 dissertation, "Influences of Challenges and Successes on Identity for Black Deaf Americans," Nathie Marbury wrote about the importance of cherishing our identities, our culture, and our history: [image description: A snapshot of Nathie's dissertation reads: As I have muddled through the long, murky labyrinth of the unknown and the discovery of my own Black Deaf identity, questions of my identity and belonging emerged. My anxiety for Black Deaf children and Black Deaf adults in the community thrust me into action that guided me to educate, emancipate and empower myself and ultimately my people. I yearned for a magic wand to materialize in my hand, where I could sign mumbo-jumbo with two circular movements, make a downward flick of the wrist in the air and fingerspell “Abracadabra!” All of our years lacking knowledge of Black culture, of Black history, of Black identity and our lack of communication with our families would vanish into thin air and instill us with knowledge. I intended to share as much as I could in my unearthing of the mystery of our people, Black Deaf children and adults.] happy birthday to a beautiful, beloved soul. i know you've been watching all of us in the spirit. Summa Crider Loeffler gave me a cute glass black angel doll that reminded me of you. i can't wait to honor you and recognize all of the hearts you will touch at the ASL Soul Poetry showcase. on a concluding note, we will keep achieving our dreams. one love.- Miki Smith
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