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FAMILY STORIES: HOW ONE HOMEOWNER IS GIVING BACK
Originally posted: DEC 20, 2017 When you walk into the home of sixteen-year-old Antonio Morgan, the first thing you notice are the many framed photographs, awards, and certificates on the walls. Report cards, school honors, and family milestones are all proudly on display. The Morgan family is proud of their many achievements, not least of…
FAMILY STORIES: THE MONROE FAMILY
Originally posted: SEP 14, 2012 Marriama Monroe, born here in the Capital, has known Washington D.C. as home for all of her 33 years. “I did think about leaving once to Atlanta where my uncle is, but not anymore,” Monroe said. “I was born and raised here, all my other family is here, and I…
FAMILY STORIES: BRIDGET BAYNES
Originally posted: JAN 21, 2015 Bridget Baynes spent the majority of her life in Lagos, Nigeria, studying there until obtaining a BA in Computer Science. Following her graduation from college, Bridget left her entire family and many friends behind, bravely moving to the United States completely alone. She describes this experience as a “fresh start,”…