Putting up a new fence. . .

"The Grace of Silence"

In her memoir, Michelle Norris of NPR, says her racial identity was forged, among other things, by the
"constant expectation captured by one word:   rise.    Rise and shine.   Rise to the occasion.   Rise above it all.   No matter what, move forward, never backward, always onward and upward.   And if you ever feel like you're at the end of your rope, tie a knot and hold on until you can start climbing again. . .
stay strong.  keep committed.  Focus on the fight for justice and equality.   Set your sights on excellence and opportunity.  Don't let up.    Don't look back.   Don't slow down.   Ignore the slights and the slurs - and the laws - that try to keep you from achieving your goals . . . Our parents armed us with what they thought we needed:   strength, courage, and a touch of indignation.    But just a touch."