The passing today of Dr. Dorothy Height ways heavily on my heart and on those of millions. I first heard of Dr. Height during my student days at Howard University, during a time when I actually lived in off campus housing just doors from the offices of the National Council of Negro Women. Over the years as a DC resident, I came to know of Dr. Height's pioneering spirit. I also took an opportunity each year to join in at the
Black Family Reunion on the National Mall where I could often catch an in person glimpse of Dr. Height embracing all the people she worked so tirelssly to impact. As I've grown older I am more in awe of how this beautiful woman of strength gave so much to each of us and left a legacy for women of all races and and picture of a woman that black women could be so proud to mirror.
I enjoyed reading the USA TODAY article today that included a photo of Dr. Height and First Lady Obama together. Today, being my birthday, a great time of personal reflection; I am hoping that I can take a little of what this great woman has given and replicate it within my own circle of influence.
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