It is really sad that a young woman has to write these letters to her young kids who will have to grow up faster because of society’s treatment towards them.Įvery letter in this book is meant to hit you right at your heart and make you think and process the situations talked about n the book. Often times people are so ignorant and clueless that they don’t even realize the harmful words that come out of their mouth. I just couldn’t believe some of the things people said to her and how difficult and damaging it must have been for a young woman to be faced with ugliness from people. Instead of letting anger guide her, she turns to the scripture for guidance and urges her young kids to do the same as well. The way she explains delicate matters shows us how fair she is even in the face of sensitive matters. Every time she discusses the more complicated topics she comes back to the bible and how certain verses help navigate these issues with empathy, kindness, and compassion. The scripture plays a huge part in every piece of advice she imparts her sons, always going back to God for guidance. I loved how her faith seems to be the guiding light for her and her family through the times she faced racism. All advice on navigating these heavy topics are delivered through the lens of religious texts. Issues of race, justice, and identity are discussed at lengths with love, hope, and grace. The topics are heavy, sensitive and of utmost importance in navigating the world. The book as I mentioned consists of letters to her young black sons and is filled with wise, thought-provoking messages and advice on how to lead their life moving forward in today’s world. Jasmine’s book Mother to Son is a great book for Christians written with so much heart and love in every word of the letters she has written for her two sons. Jasmine has so much wisdom and historical knowledge to share.GENRE : Non-Fiction, Faith/Religion, Family, Inspirational, ParentingĭISCLAIMER : Thank you, Netgalley and InterVarsity Press for providing me with an ARC of this book. Some of Jasmine’s favorite black women in history.Īnd some of the unique issues that come with being a black woman in the 21st century. The state of Florida’s recent rejection of a proposed Advanced Placement course focused on African American Studies. Why it’s important to “check the footnotes” and “read primary sources” when it comes to history. Where we are as a nation when it comes to our American perspective on race and ethnicity. I think this conversation will serve you well!Īn eternal perspective on race and ethnicity.

Author and history teacher Jasmine Holmes is kicking off National Black History Month for us on All Things! Jasmine loves Jesus, her family, and speaking and writing about black history and identity.

Mother to son by jasmine holmes