The Walking Dead: Volume 2, Miles Behind Us

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*****SPOILER ALERT*****

In The Walking Dead: Volume 2, Miles Behind Us, Lori is having flashbacks about having to leave Rick because he is in a coma at the hospital. While trying to seek safety in their changing society, Shane, (remember him), helps Lori and Carl. In the midst of the madness, Lori and Shane find solace in one another. When Lori confesses to Shane, “I’ve wanted this for so long,” it makes me question if she chose the wrong man to marry. Unfortunately, Shane’s plan for “happily ever after” changes when Rick accidentally finds his family. However, Shane is no longer a threat to Rick’s family because he is dead…sorry Shane fans. 

In addition to Rick, Lori, Carl, Andrea, Dale, Allen, Donna, Billy, Ben, Carol, Sophia, and Glenn, new members are added to the group: Tyrese, his daughter, Julie, and her boyfriend, Chris. They are looking for food and shelter, and just when they have nothing else to eat, they run into Rick’s group. When they begin to look for a decent neighborhood in which to live, they find Wilshire Estates. It seems like the group hits the jackpot, but this is not the case. Therefore, they immediately leave but without gathering food that was in the homes. While hunting for food, a terrible accident, which involves Carl, takes place, and the group meets Herschel Greene and his immediate and extended families. Herschel has six children: Lacey, Arnold, Maggie, Billy, Rachel, and Susie. Otis and his girlfriend, Patricia, are his extended family. 

In this new world, Rick Grimes’ group is learning that nothing and no one can be taken for granted. They are appreciative for the smallest things, such as showers, commodes, beds, food, and even space. Rick and Tyrese even miss watching NFL football games, but Tyrese misses it more because he is an ex-NFL player. However, some things, such as discipline, do not change. These parents still guide their children if they do something that can put them in harm’s way. This apocalyptic world is causing these parents to be more protective of their children than ever before. 

Consequently, this new way of life is definitely challenging the group. Tempers flare, teenagers know it all, and decisions and actions are questioned. Logic is what this group needs the most, especially when Herschel tells Rick that it is time for the group to leave his farm. Find out how they manage in The Walking Dead: Volume 2, Miles Behind Us.  Be on the lookout for my next review on The Walking Dead: Volume 3, Safety Behind Bars.

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Students Notice

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This morning, I was standing at my classroom door, like always, greeting my students and reading a book. One of my students came to me and said, “Do you have this book? Have you read it yet?” I told her no, not yet. She said, “Here. This is yours.” I was speechless. I gave her the biggest hug ever!!!

I have talked to my students about the power of reading. I have shared with them the joy that reading brings me and how it has impacted my life in a positive manner. I also have made sure that I set an example with my reading. I tell my students about the current book that I am reading and why I liked or did not like it.

When standing at my classroom door, my students always see me reading a book. It can be the same book, or it can be a different one. But one thing is for sure; I always have a book in my hands. Now, I am beginning to see more of my students reading books, so I am glad that I am practicing what I preach and that my message is not going unheard.

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The Walking Dead: Volume 1, Days Gone Bye

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Night of the Living Dead and its many sequels. Zombie Apocalypse. Swamp Zombies. Scooby Doo on Zombie Island. Redneck Zombies. Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. Land of the Dead. Kung Fu Zombie. Abraham Lincoln vs. Zombies. Zombies in Tha Hood. As if you could not guess, these movie titles are all about zombies. Zombie movies have been around since the early 1900s, and they probably will not be going anywhere any time soon.

From the big screen to the television screen is where one can also see zombies. One such popular show is The Walking Dead. TheWalking Dead first aired in 2010 on the AMC TV channel, and now it is in its ninth season. Hence, one can conclude that it is a huge success. Because I was impressed with the first season, I became a huge fan of the show. At that time, I did not know that The Walking Dead was based on the graphic novel. Since I am forever reading, I decided to read the graphic novel.

Although The Walking Dead is an awesome television show, the graphic novel is even better. If a person follows only the AMC version, then he or she will not know the original storyline because the television version is different from the graphic novel version. If you have not read The Walking Dead: Volume 1, Days Gone Bye, then you are in for a surprise and expect some twists and turns.

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Death in a Promised Land: The Tulsa Race Riot of 1921: Scott Ellsworth

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If you never knew that Tulsa, Oklahoma experienced racial strife, then you need to read Scott Ellsworth’s book, Death in a Promised Land: The Tulsa Race Riot of 1921. Ellsworth provides details about the racial tension between black and white Tulsans, which eventually led to the 1921 riot. But before this infamous upheaval, Tulsa’s black community was extremely successful. This is evident as there was not one but two churches that served this population: “Vernon African American Methodist Episcopal Church and Macedonia Baptist Church” (Ellsworth 12). Moreover, Black Tulsa, as it was known, had prominent citizens and successful businesses. Black Tulsa was rapidly growing, “and by 1921, there were almost 11,000 blacks and the community counted two black schools, Dunbar and Booker T. Washington, one black hospital, and two black newspapers, The Tulsa Star and the Oklahoma Sun. Black Tulsa at this time had some thirteen churches and three fraternal lodges–Masonic, Knights of Pythias, and I.O.O.F.–plus two black theaters and a black public library” (Ellsworth 14). Due to this success, Tulsa’s black business district became known as the ‘Negro’s Wall Street'” (Ellsworth 15). Unfortunately, the looming destruction of this thriving community was swiftly approaching. Find out what happened to this once successful district. However, as you read this book, be prepared to experience feelings of disgust, sadness, and anger.

Consisting of only five chapters, this book is not difficult to read. However, it is the content that makes this book challenging to read. Simply put, Ellsworth does not sugar coat this information. In addition, after reading Death in a Promised Land: The Tulsa Race Riot of 1921, I am motivated to learn more about this tempestuous period in Tulsa. Hence, I will read some of Ellsworth’s listed sources that I recorded in my “to be read” list and other published books about this topic. Lastly, remember that it is important to learn about and understand our history so that we, as American citizens, can improve the country in which we live.

A huge thank you to Stace for recommending this topic to me. Love you much!!!

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Eric Jerome Dickey’s New Release: Before We Were Wicked

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Before We Were Wicked is coming to your bookstores and libraries on April 16, 2019!!! If you have read Sister Sister, Liars Game, and/or Thieves’ Paradise, to name just a few, then you know that Eric Jerome Dickey does not disappoint his readers. If you have not read any of his novels, then do not hesitate to read Before We Were Wicked or any of his other books.

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The Skin I’m In Sharon G. Flake

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Liking Yourself and Loving Yourself

The Skin I’m In is a masterpiece. Sharon G. Flake explores sensitive issues that many students, even adults, deal with on a daily basis. Maleeka Madison, the protagonist, is in the 7th grade at McClenton Middle School. Unfortunately, she is having a rough time due to bullying, self-image/esteem, liking and loving herself, and puppy love. Charlese “Char” Jones, John-John McIntyre, and the twins and Char’s flunkies, Raina and Raise, are Maleeka’s bullies. They bully her because she has a dark skin complexion, and her mother sews her clothes, which Maleeka does not like because her mom is a novice seamstress, and it shows. Find out how Maleeka deals with these matters and if she overcomes them. This is a must read!

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Treacherous Love: The Diary of an Anonymous Teenager

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Jennie, a fourteen-year-old high school student, is dealing with a low period in her life. When her father decides to leave his family, Jennie and her mother are left in a horrible place. Jennie’s mother eases her pain by taking prescription pills, and Jennie turns to her best friend for support. Unfortunately, Jennie does not receive much support because her best friend is focused only on her boyfriend. Therefore, Jennie relies on her diary to deal with her feelings.

Enter Mr. Johnston. He is the substitute teacher whom all the students love. In fact, he takes his job seriously. However, when he asks Jennie to be his teacher assistant, readers learn that he is not who he pretends to be. He has an unnatural interest in Jennie. Having no one to talk to about this relationship that excites her, she records her feelings in her diary. Not wanting to divulge any details, I encourage you to read this novel. Remember, if you see something, say something.

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