Quick Search

Active Bloggers

HBCU CONNECT HBCU CONNECT
Central State University class of 1995
Crystal Willis Crystal Willis
University of Phoenix class of 2013
rickey johnson rickey johnson
Other College... class of
Will Moss Will Moss
Hampton University class of 1995
Legasaurus Sister Legasaurus Sister
Bellarmine University class of 2021
Reginald Culpepper Reginald Culpepper
Clark Atlanta University class of 1998
Shykeria Lifleur Shykeria Lifleur
Other College... class of
LaMarr Blackmon LaMarr Blackmon
Cal St Univ, Long Beach class of 1992
Valerie Ellis Valerie Ellis
College Not Listed class of 2025

Back to Basics: Part 1

Posted By: Bryan Patton on October 12, 2009


My goal and purpose with this project is to create more fathers in this world. I gave this speach with the hopes of encouraging men to be the father figures the kids of today require in their lives. I have come to find out that I need not just focus on turning men into fathers, but actually focus on the children themselves. I was placing so much emphasis on the men in these children's lives that I was placing less attention to the children. I have to come to realize that there are more people in the lives of these precios children. I have a newfound focus, and with God I shall reach the goal of ensuring a future for the children of today.
If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email!

Back to Basics: Part 1

Comments
Please Login To Post Comments...
Email:
Password:

 
Harry Watley
const. contractor/ retired at self
Hello Mr. Patten,

Your efforts would best be served to focus on planting the seed of sovereignty or complete independence in the minds of Black Americans who are descendents of slaves on a portion of this continent that we could call our very own country with borders to pursue life, liberty, happiness and prosperity in our own way.

You cannot reform men and children in an environment that exerts influence on them, which has produced a dysfunctional people out of slavery.

Take for example, when a child is being abused, the first thing the authorities do is to remove the child from the abusive environment that any reformation to the child could be helpful.

Black Americans must be removed from the environment and influences of White America.

In addition, do you not think it is about time Black Americans desire to have their hand on the wheels of their own destiny?

Tell me what you think.

Tuesday, October 13th 2009 at 4:44AM
Craig Amos
Graphic Designer & Publisher at Amos & Grant Advertising Design
speech.
Tuesday, October 13th 2009 at 9:59AM
MIISRAEL Bride
Author/Writer at Self
Your work to reach children must be gratifying. I give you much encouragement to continue.
Wednesday, October 14th 2009 at 9:21AM
More From This Author
TeamWork
Where is the love?
New Purpose
Back to Basics: Creating Fathers out of Dads.
"Back to Basics", The new book from Bryan Patton
Back to Basics Trailer
Latest Blogs
1440 RIGHT NOW, THE VIDEO, Heaven Is the Destination, but Purpose Lives in the Present

1440 RIGHT NOW, THE VIDEO, Heaven Is the Destination, but Purpose Lives in the Present

1440 Right Now: Living the Message Behind the Music The song “1440 Right Now” is more than a set of lyrics. It is a philosophy, a spiritual reminder, and a daily call to action wrapped in mel ...more
rickey johnson • 110 Views • April 27th, 2026
Hydrate Hav plenty breakfast or lunch Help replenish Red Cross

Hydrate Hav plenty breakfast or lunch Help replenish Red Cross

How do I handle thuh donation process: -Hydrate thuh 24 hours til' thee morning oF -Consume good eatS before appointment -Allow extra time for parkinG -Thee hemoglobin pric requires deep breathin ...more
Legasaurus Sister • 116 Views • April 26th, 2026
MAY 2nd away we go to MIAMI For.a day to Honor Energizer Bunnies our Mommies

MAY 2nd away we go to MIAMI For.a day to Honor Energizer Bunnies our Mommies

Where can everyone purchase tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/motherhood-mimosas-special-mothers-day-brunch-hosted-by-trina-tickets-1986243289146 ...more
Legasaurus Sister • 122 Views • April 25th, 2026
Turn to the Cubano Music Channel

Turn to the Cubano Music Channel

Does that station make you Sway with Me ...more
Legasaurus Sister • 129 Views • April 25th, 2026
Volunteer Join us in creating an uplifting and unforgettable event that champions a more inclusive world!

Volunteer Join us in creating an uplifting and unforgettable event that champions a more inclusive world!

Minnesota now that's a place I've yet to venture to. Better add some Community Service activities to our Family Calendar Special Olympics is near and dear to our staff at HBCUConnect Represent fo ...more
Legasaurus Sister • 167 Views • April 23rd, 2026
Popular Blogs
Divorce in America in 2009 – What’s love got to do, got to do with it?

Divorce in America in 2009 – What’s love got to do, got to do with it?

Join Brother Marcus and the cast and the crew of the Brother Marcus Show live this Sunday evening on February 1, 2009 @ 8:00 p.m. for another hot topic in our community! “Divorce in America in 2009 ...more
Brother Marcus! • 71,034,809 Views • January 27th, 2009
VISINE ALERT!!!

VISINE ALERT!!!

Seemingly innocent medication such as Visine eyedrops are used by people to concoct a mixture with similar effects as a date-rape drug. When mixed with alcohol and taken orally, the eyedrops can l ...more
Siebra Muhammad • 119,412 Views • May 23rd, 2009

"Chain Hang Low" check out the real meaning of the Lyrics!

Recently there is a new artist out of Saint Louis that goes by the name JIBBS. Jibbs debut single "Chain hang low" has a history that most people are not aware of. The particular nursery rhyme that th ...more
Tyhesha Judge-Fogle • 77,552 Views • November 9th, 2006
HBCU Marketplace Gifts: Divine 9 Premium Fraternity / Sorority Playing Cards

HBCU Marketplace Gifts: Divine 9 Premium Fraternity / Sorority Playing Cards

Vendor: Charles Jones Item Price: $20.00 Price Includes Shipping: Yes - Shipping Included Item Description: Pantheon Series - Divine 9 - Premium Playing Cards (choose Gold Series or Silve ...more
Legasaurus Sister • 62,634 Views • December 2nd, 2018
Black College Student Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Kissing a White Girl

Black College Student Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Kissing a White Girl

Albert N. Wilson, a former University of Kansas student, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison and a lifetime of probation after being convicted by an all-white jury of raping a white teen girl. Bu ...more
Will Moss • 55,576 Views • June 4th, 2020
Please Give Us a Like on Facebook!
Featured Members