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The Unlikely Friendship
I can't believe Papa. He would betrayed them like that. You see ever since I was young I knew them. I would play right here under the Oak Tree. Job was always my friend. He would pick me up and carry me along the field. We would play hide and seek. We would sing together. When I was sick, he would tell me stories. He was the best friend I known. He loved me and I loved him. He was like a close friend. I would take my supper under the Oak Tree and share it with him. Although I told Papa that I wanted fresh air and that I was sick of the big house. Job's family were kind and gentle. They were good people I tell you. Good people that never did anything wrong. I could trust them for everything. They were my childhood. Papa would always be about his businesses while mother was running the house. They had no time for me. Job always had time for me. Sometimes I would ask if he could read me stories. But now Papa is trying to take him away from me. He's trying to divide this home. Sometimes I think he hates the love I had for Job and his family. I tried everything. I tried arguing with him in front of mother, in front of church, and in front of his friends but he just doesn't get it. I gotta to do something. I gotta fight for them. I gotta to change this. But how am I gonna fight with Papa? Sometimes I just break down. Sometimes I just want my own freedom. Life seems complicated. And life seems confusing. My only hope is to talk to mother. She might understand me. She knows what it is like to deal with Papa. She knows the kind of man he is. Maybe she can make peace between us. And stop this horrible thing from happening. Mother, why does father have to make things complicated? He has the power to save Job. He has the power to free them. Why must his family be in chains? And mother said, Papa has his hands tied. He has no choice. He has to do what must be done otherwise we will lose everything. I'm sorry Zax. And that's when I realize it is up to me. I am alone. Within days, my friend will be gone. I will lose everything. I will lose comfort. After searching endlessly and traveling a little ways, I stood throwing rocks by the river banks and seeing two strangers talk. I came a little closer. And they talk distinctly. I moved a little closer. And I heard about the Underground Railroad. The strange men who did not look around here. They had a map and they were intensely talking. I stumble and they heard me. My leg got caught. And they begin to come toward me. I was screaming in pain and fear. They said Boy what is your name? And where are you from? I cried Zax from New Acres. My family own the field nearby. They said Did you hear everything we said? Are you interested or do we have to silence you? I said, If you could help my friend Job and his family. They've been with us since I was born. My parents want to sell them for finance. And how could they do this when they have done nothing wrong? Could you could you do something? Please. They said as they lift me up and remove the rock on my leg. Have them meet me here by the river banks tomorrow. So the next day, a few days before the auction, I requested a feast to celebrate good times with my parents knowing when my parents ate their meal that they will immediately rest and with wine they would be sleep for many hours. After being reassured about them, I told everyone else that I have to meet someone and required protection. I started walking toward the way and sneakily found the back door to the cabin of Job's family and call softly for Job. And Job came uncertainly, I told him to come with me quick with his family and not to argue. He complied and we walk the secret path to the river banks. It was very oddly quiet and after sometime we thought there were not coming. They finally came and the strangers met Job and his family. Although Job was scared, I reassured him that my parents did not know. Job gave me a huge hug and shook my hand while his family jump on the boat. The strangers told me to come for my safety. Until Job asked and I could not resist afterall I was twenty something and I did not have a home without Job. I was his protector as he protected me from Papa's neglectance and mother's void. As soon as we got to the other side, we saw lights from fire and a band of bounty hunters were we first started and knew of the long journey to freedom.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous3 years ago in Journal
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF DIGITAL MARKETING
Digital marketing helps brands reach their target audience and promote their product or service. While that's the goal of a traditional marketing campaign, too, digital marketing allows brands to target a more specific or niche audience. Connecting with customers helps build a broader audience that trusts your brand. It's beneficial for small businesses, which can easily leverage digital marketing tactics without the help of a marketing department or agency.
By kanchan chauhan3 years ago in Journal
The Rise of Civil Rights
The Civil Rights Movement is one of the most iconic revolutions in the history of the United States. The movement was a decades-long revolution for social justice and equal rights by African-Americans that spanned from the 1950s to the end of the 1960s.
By Kylecovey Smith3 years ago in Journal
Early days of slavery
The battle between slavery and freedom is the most engaging theme in African-American literature and history itself. Every American today possess the right of freedom, however the colonial period in the Old South followed a highly restricted code when it came to freedom, as slavery was at it’s peak during this time. African-American literature became a prevalent aspect during this time due to the controversial dialogue within its letters.
By Kylecovey Smith3 years ago in Journal
Alexander the Great
Conquests of Alexander the Great Alexander the Great or Alexander III of Macedon is widely regarded as a legendary historical figure, and one of the greatest leaders that ever lived. Alexander became king of Macedonia at 21 years old after his father, Phillip II was killed. He attained his first victory (at the risk of his life) against the Persian Empire called the Battle of Issus. Despite being outnumbered Alexander’s forces defeated the Persians and by 332 BCE, as well as gaining control over Egypt, Palestine and Syria. Within that time Alexander became Pharaoh of Egypt and founded the famous Egyptian city, Alexandria.
By Kylecovey Smith3 years ago in Journal
Name Search
My name is Kylecovey Miguel Smith, Graduate of Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University. My name is made up of 4 individual names that were given to me by my mother and father. My dad gave me the name Kylecovey due to liking the name Kyle, and due to his admiration of the interpreter James Covey, the man for vouched and translated for the captured Mende Africans of the Spanish slave ship, La Amistad, and aided them into being set free in 1839. My mother named me Miguel because she was a big Michael Jackson, but she wanted to give a special touch to the name by using the Spanish version. Therefore, I was assigned the middle name Miguel. My last name Smith was automatically given to me because my dad’s last name is Smith.
By Kylecovey Smith3 years ago in Journal
If I Were Alive Today
If I Were Alive Today (Fredrick Douglass) Frederick Douglass is one of the most iconic abolitionists and orators of the 19th century. He protested and helped changed America’s views of slavery through his actions and personal writings. Douglass is well known for his autobiographies detailing his childhood as a slave to being educated by the wife of his master Hugh Auld to his escape from slavery. All of which had a strong impact on his writings. The oratory skills he executed left the biggest influence on Civil War Era literature.
By Kylecovey Smith3 years ago in Journal
Lee Daniel's The Butler
The Butler Film Critique Lee Daniel’s “The Butler” is a historical drama film produced by Laura Ziskin Productions and distributed by the Weinstein Film Company. I saw The Butler when it premiered on August 16, 2013, at 6pm inside AMC Theatres. Me and my family went to see it, my mother being particularly interested due to loving black history movies.
By Kylecovey Smith3 years ago in Journal
What Exactly is Business Equity? A Straightforward Guide
What does the term "equity" signify in business? In business, equity refers to the amount of money that might be given to a company's shareholders if all of its assets were liquidated and all debts were paid off.
By cheap accountant3 years ago in Journal
Is the VAT Flat Rate Plan Worthwhile?
Is taking part in the VAT flat rate system something that would be beneficial? The value-added tax, sometimes known as VAT, is a system that has been optimized in order to help save unnecessary labour. You pay HMRC a percentage that is fixed in relation to your turnover that includes VAT rather than calculating the amount of VAT that you are responsible for handing over to HMRC by subtracting input VAT from output VAT. This is because you pay HMRC a percentage that is fixed in relation to your turnover. The nature of your business is the primary factor in determining the appropriate ratio.
By cheap accountant3 years ago in Journal
