Leonard Chinonso Igwe01

30/10/2024

29/10/2024

This is a photo taken in 1952 of two best friends who were caught by the cops at night in Chicago. They often sneaked out of their homes at night to ride the L train.

The boys were James Davis, 5, who was black, and Ronald Sullivan, 8, who was white. At the station, James Davis fell asleep on a chair while Ronald Sullivan kept watch over him.

They looked like brothers who cared for each other, despite their different skin colors.

28/10/2024

I recently understand now that not everyone deserves access to my energy and not everyone is worthy of what I can give.

Some people simply drain you, constantly looking for something to criticize and bringing only negativity.

I’m learning that it’s okay to step back from them, it’s an act of self preservation.

I would rather invest my time and energy in people and experiences that nourish and help me grow.

It’s not about shutting anyone out, it’s about protecting the parts of myself that deserve peace.🫰