Husband, Father, Man of God
HARRISONBURG, Va. — Despite the torrential rain during the tailgate, we still had an awesome time cheering on the Dukes as they beat the Liberty Flames, 20-13. Great friends, good football, and family fellowship—what more could you ask for?
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Today, I celebrate the life of my firstborn son, Malcolm.
“I prayed for this child, and the Lord has granted me what I asked of him.”
— 1 Samuel 1:27 (NIV)
It’s hard to believe how quickly the years have passed. It seems like just yesterday we were welcoming him into the world and into our family. He brought a joy into my life that I will forever be grateful for.
I wish he were here so I could celebrate his birthday with him, give him a hug, and tell him in person how much I love him. Although he is no longer here with us, he will always be my son, always be loved, and always be remembered.
Happy Birthday, Malcolm. ❤️
Forever my son. Forever my firstborn. Forever the first to call me “Papa.”
Love, Dad
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BALTIMORE, Md. — What a way to spend a Sunday afternoon as our family attended our first baseball game at Oriole Park at Camden Yards!
It was a beautiful afternoon, and we made memories together enjoying the sights, sounds, and excitement as the Braves battled the Baltimore Orioles to come away with the win in extra innings.
Great baseball, great company, and memories we'll be sharing for a long time. ❤️⚾️
WOODBRIDGE, Va. — Hidden in the heart of today's Lake Ridge community is the remarkable story of Agnewville—also known as Chinntown and Smoketown—a thriving African American community built by the Chinn family after emancipation.
Beginning with Thomas and Mary Jane Chinn and their eight sons, the family purchased nearly 500 acres, creating a vibrant community with homes, a post office, general store, restaurant, gaming hall, and Mount Olive Baptist Church, where generations of the Chinn family are still laid to rest.
Although Agnewville gradually disappeared as transportation routes changed and the area was redeveloped, its legacy lives on through the Prince William County Historical Commission marker that honors the resilience, entrepreneurship, and vision of a family who transformed freedom into opportunity for generations.
Every historical marker tells a story—and this one reminds us that communities can disappear from the landscape but never from history.
📸: absolonkent.net/photogallery/index.php?/category/739
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OCCOQUAN, Va. — The Ebenezer Baptist Church in Occoquan was founded in 1883 by Rev. Lewis Henry Bailey, who was born into slavery, separated from his family, sold to Texas, and after emancipation walked back to Northern Virginia to reunite with them.
The church's story is one of faith, perseverance, and community. Now recognized with a Town of Occoquan historical marker and as part of the Prince William County African American History Trail, Ebenezer continues to honor a remarkable legacy that has endured for more than 140 years.
📸: absolonkent.net/photogallery/index.php?/category/737
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