The J in June Gets Urban

What could the J in June could stand for? 

Journey

The month of June often the beginning of hot summer days filled with adventures. Whether it's taking a road trip with family or friends, to exploring a new state or country, or still on that journey of grinding crushing goals you set. Oh yeah know you can’t forget about going on them outdoor adventures, June can represent the start of a new journey for some. The J in June can serve as personal growth, or taking on new experiences.

Joy

June is the a month that is associated with heat, sunshine, and a general sense of joy and happiness. We all know J in June symbolize joy for the end of school for the kids and young adults. Which means summer has begun and your electric bill will be high. Like I was told coming up “close that door boy we not trying to cool down the whole neighborhood “ and the famous line of them all “Stay in or Out Letting my cold out”. June can be a motivational reminder to accept joy, find happiness in the simple things, and to drink a lot of water and have a positive mindset.

Juneteenth

What is Juneteenth? 

Juneteenth is a significant date in American history and the African American experience. The name is a play on the date of June 19th, 1865. According to: The Smithsonian Nice article it’s a good read but what the hell is the African American experience? I’m African American and proud to say but you don’t want that experience no, no, no, buddy. 

So what is Juneteenth? 

A holiday commemorating the en of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth National Independence Day. According to: Britannica

Then according to: The Smithsonian

Freedom finally came on June 19, 1865, when some 2,000 Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas. The army announced that the more than 250,000 enslaved black people in the state, were free by executive decree. This day came to be known as "Juneteenth," by the newly freed people in Texas.

What is Juneteenth? 

I don’t know if you know let me know and you’ll see if I care to know? Because no matter what day Juneteenth falls on I still have to go to work. 

Conclusion by associating the J in June with the concepts like Journey, Juneteenth and what a Joy to how hot it will be, on the other hand June can be that motivational start for some people, influencing others to welcome in new experiences, cultivate happiness, and celebrate the precious moments that life has to offer during this active and exciting month.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​