What does Black History Month mean to you??

As you all know Black History Month is an observance of the history of African Americans. Although there has always been controversy about this month; and most likely it will always be, I think its time to educate ourselves more on what it really means. What are your independent thoughts on this month? I'm not saying that this is something we should only think about one time out of the year, but this is something that we all should be mindful of every day of our life. We don't have to dwell on the past, but I find it interesting to see how much my people have overcome. This should bring about thoughts of the way things have changed and also a better understanding of the way things use to be. I must say that "we" as a whole should all be thankful!