I grew up in the Linda Pollin Memorial Housing Projects. First of all, I did not know that it was built in memory of Abe Pollin's daughter. In fact, I didn't even know the name, Abe Pollin. I was a child, so I thought it was just a name given to the apartments. At the time, my siblings and I had no idea that we lived in a housing project. Well, the complex had a swimming pool, and the grounds were well kept. Also, it didn't resemble the well known surrounding projects like Valley Green , Condon Terrace , or Wahler Place . The manager was Ms. Royster who was sort of a no-nonsense type of landlord based on the conversations I heard from grownups. However, she seemed nice; plus, we all played with and knew her son, John. Well, although Mr. Pollin passed away back in 2009, I would still like to thank him for building the "LP" as we used to call it. When I became old enough to learn that it was built by Mr. Pollin to honor his ...
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Peace,
Bay
Great Point! I think that we do tend to think that things would be better if we'd taken another road. "What if" has been one of the most frequently asked questions in my life. However, I've matured in age and spirituality and now realize that my path has been just what God intended. It has shaped me into the man that I am.
If I were a female, I'd be barefoot and pregnant if I chose another path. . .
I AM a female, and would be barefoot and pregnant if my life had been different! But there is purpose even in the things we suffer. Besides, don't we always want what it seems we can't have?
Bay
Does this scenario include a man name Jed? "Black gold...Texas tea" Haa ha! :) I'm sorry, but that's the first thing that came to mind.
Yes, that is what makes us so unique. It's only a struggle to be like someone else. It's so easy to be me and it's all because of my life and the things that I've experienced.
Unconquerable Soul-
Yes, it is that exact faith that has sustained me. Thanks for stopping in.
This has become a lesson in Ontology. Thank you all. :)
I agree with you. But that's ultimately my goal, is to have children and stay at home. :)