m.v.p.

 words.

"Durant told his mother, “We weren’t supposed to be here. You made us believe. You kept us off the street. You put clothes on our backs. Food on the table. When you didn’t eat, you made sure we ate. You went to sleep hungry. You sacrificed for us. You’re the real M.V.P.” The N.B.A. should broadcast Durant’s speech this Mother’s Day, and on every one after it. Even the most jaded SuperSonics fan would have to grant that the moment was not only a sports dream but also the American dream come to life. Talk about making it."

We all know strong (Black) women like this. And many of us have strong (Black) women like this in our lives. Forever deserving of our respect. Forever loved and in our hearts. Happy Mother's Day to them all, a few days early.

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