I’m learning some things about balance right now, and they’re challenging me more than I’d like. But I know balance keeps us walking upright. Balance keeps a a car on the road and driving straight. Balance makes for a smooth flight. Turbulence may come and it will be uncomfortable. But in order that we might reach our destination, balance is necessary and it will certainly get us there.

Will Smith smack. Trust me there’s connection to Hood Heroes for sure.

We talk about everything: youth, city life, or culture. But also, let's talk about the Hood. Like no place else, there's is a reason why people mention us in their legislation and music. Why do some seem to mimic or mock our way of life and being? The Hood is a special place. Let's talk about why. We talk about education, leadership, systems that influence the Hood. Let's unpack.