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Fatherhood is NOT easy by any means. Am i bei g too easy on him, Why can't he be more like this/that, does this decision help or harm my son...etc. My job is to make sure you have the tools to navigate this crazy world that's a harsher version of the one i grew up in. I pray im giving you what you need instead of what you want. What is required of you to be a man, a strong black man. Happy Birthday to my youngest. Daddy will be here to guide, shape and protect you till i leave this plane of existence. I love you. #13yrsold #yourateenagernow #youngman #minime #youngest #thelastdragon #flyblackboyfly #myshadow #melinatedminime #blacklove #blackfathers #fatherhood #priceless #youlivedinmyballs #theblackmancan #blacksonsmatter #ameersbirthday #happybirthday #dayinthelifeofderek https://www.instagram.com/p/B1e_qziBgMI/?igshid=805x3m8w3jgp

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Its wild at this worksite! Malaysia is in tha building tho!!! 😁👣💩😬 #differentculture #squattypotty #clearyobowels #itmakesiteasier #letitflow #youputyofeetwhere #igottasittherebro #malaysia #itsgoingdownfareal #dayinthelifeofderek https://www.instagram.com/p/B1MPPiQg54y/?igshid=15wax6bxg7mdb

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Not like it's a suprise but once again we are shown its deadlier to be a black man in America than a Armed White Man. Good job Missouri, El Paso, etc....... #suprisesuprise #sameolshit #herewegoagain #ohyoudidntknow #whitepass ##bullshiggity #justanotherday #equality #blackinamerica #reality #elpaso #missouri #truestory #gdamnshame https://www.instagram.com/p/B08bRd6AVNG/?igshid=8otypmwhd07r

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Day 4...... 1. During morning swim Saved a woman from drowning while she was kite boarding. 2. Hit up Fumba for Safari Blue. 3. Very choppy 30 ride to sand bar for het skiing and swimming. 4. Snorkeling in the deep blue. 5. Awesome seafood smorgasbord on a small island. 6. Saw a 700 yr old Boabab tree that fell hundreds of years ago....and keep growing. (Never quit) #snokeling #swimming #deepbluesea #boabob #seafood #lifeguard #jetski #longassday #melaninpoppin #theblackmancan #blacktravelmovement #travelingman #atelikeaking #supportlocalfishermen #locals #zanzibar #fumba #dayinthelifeofderek (at Safari Blue In Fumba- Zanzibar) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0UwTDFAM-_/?igshid=1gihf04nrynl

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Day 3 continues... Its an hour drive from Paje to Stone Town in Tanzania. A 95% Muslim culture here which is perfect for our dietary desires indeed. Ameer conquered his fear of being on open water with life jackets today and touching weird/ancient animals. Ended the day at The restaurant on the rock....which is ACTUALLY a Restaurant build on a frikking rock!!! Outstandingly awesome day. #africa #tanzania #stonetown #zanzibar #beachlife #goodliving #globetrotter #travelingman #theblackfamily #theblackmancan #recoveryrocks #soberlife #ilovethewater #sailing #melaninpoppin #dayinthelifeofderek https://www.instagram.com/p/B0Pq_obA_la/?igshid=1pd502kb2e0m3

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Day 3 Woke up in Paje, Tanzania Had cappuccino/ chat with a Maasai gentleman. Went to Prison Island, Slaves with Cholera were send her in droves to live out the remains of days. It now inhabits giant tortoises whom are hundreds of years old and quite "frisky". Enjoyed the boat ride to and from prison Island and the tour from out tourguide Kalifa! Excellent guide and very knowledgeable. #zanzibar #sunnydays #livinmybestlife #starfishandcoffe #tortoisepums #gettinsomeshell #theblackmancan #theblackfamily #travelingman #melaninpoppin #vacation #africa #dayinthelifeofderek (at Zanzibar, Tanzania) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0OtN_-gFs1/?igshid=1q1m22r81lkbz

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THIS IS AFRICA!! No ape/men, no bones in the nose, no cannibals but glorious land, lavish beaches and beautiful people! Your son is home! Habari ghani! #thereturnhome #africa #grandrising #topofthemorningtoya #cradleoflife #zanzibar #beachlife #beachlife #beautiful #globetrotter #paje #amazing #melaninpoppin #grateful #soberlife #recoveryrocks #recharge #dayinthelifeofderek (at Paje Beach, Zanzibar) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0KjDc4A8zW/?igshid=11idf1flhzs92

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African Rhythms at The Spot, Zanzibar. Feeling this wonderful african vibe on this beautiful night. Truly a paradise here. My Soul is happy here! #thereturnhome #zanzibar #tanzania #africanvibes #africa #soul #happy #beautiful #happyfeelings #hakunamatata #theblackmancan #theblackfamily #travelingman #blacktravelmovement #music #thinkingaboutjackingthemic #bucketlist #dayinthelifeofderek https://www.instagram.com/p/B0JkfFSAa-p/?igshid=1q7kr53yv7oi

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At a young age i was instilled with a knowledge, desire and longing for Africa. I dreamed/imagined days long gone of my ancestors and life before being snatched away and how they died/survived here in America. 400+ years after they were kidnapped, killed and tortured. They lived lost and loved. All that they fought/hoped for now lives in me. Passed down for generations! I return today. I return with my family and my ancestors in/with me. HOME....AFRICA #Africa #africanvibes #home #diaspora #ancestors #thegreatreturn #imback #overwhelmed #excited #nervous #overjoyed #motherafrica #orishas #yoruba #theblackmancan #theblackfamily #travelingman #dayinthelifeofderek https://www.instagram.com/p/B0IQbfgApvc/?igshid=3dtqzaatdy2p

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Day 1.... Got to airport, check in, go to get cash for travel..... Lost phone case with DL, Credit Cards😮😫😲 LITERALLY almost got left in Htwn waiting on wife checking TSA, Baggage, etc. Arrive in Dubai, our luggage continues on to Tanzania without us 😶@!#$ Get to hotel where the wifey finds CC/Phone Case...hidden in the snack bag in the carry on bag. Went to check in, Dubai Mall, the worlds largest synchronized water show and some of the most flavorsome food from @markettedubai !!! I'm exhausted and im out till 2mrrw!! ✊🏿💪🏾🙅🏿‍♂️👳🏾‍♂️🧕🏾 #vacationmode #vacationchronicles #ontheroadagain #dubai #othersideoftheworld #theblackfamily #melaninpoppin #stampcollector #globetrotter #gogetter #grateful #soberlife #recoveryrocks #dayinthelifeofderek https://www.instagram.com/p/B0HUwNkAx-G/?igshid=10vlp2ytqmrgl

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It's popping in Dubai y'all! Indulgance on 9,000!!!!! #globetrotter #travelingman #dubai #anotherstamp #getupgetoutandgetsomething #goseesomethingnew #malls #familytime #theblackfamily #theblackmancan #dayinthelifeofderek (at The Dubai Mall - The World's Largest Shopping Mall!) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0G8yCsgD_2/?igshid=1mcdq468903hv

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My man Kerry Wilkins and the Unity Band. This man is one of the coldest....PERIOD on that axe. #livemusic #inthesestreets #outonthetown #live #music #blackmanaroundtown #dayinthelifeofderek (at Swagger Lounge & Sports Bar) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz69njAg9Xw/?igshid=ktaz8ul33ydv

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Me and the mini me hit that Jiu Jitsiu open mat, Nekter smoothie/juice bar and @houstonsauceco for the chicken & shroom tacos!!!! I'm a happy pappy! #imhomebyyatches #htwn #ilovemycity #myminime #fatherhood #qualitytime #healthy #justthetwoofus #myshadow #blacklove #blackfathers #theblackmancan #veganfood #dayinthelifeofderek https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz1InZgg2YH/?igshid=1uff22r1sw2az

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When the fireworks show "triggers" your PTSD. Be kind to veterans and have non exploding, smokeless fireworks. #triggered #veteran #imskurred #thisfireworksshowtho #howmuchdidtheynotspendonthisshow #contactright #incoming #dayinthelifeofderek https://www.instagram.com/p/BzhTeeBgYK3/?igshid=1x8ts0mt9srb1

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Finally got my grilled oysters and blue crab!! Mike's is off the chain. My oldest free of Uncle Sam's clutches and back home. My youngest happy to be here. My belly is fat, my heart is full. Both my prize possessions with me.....baaammmm💣💥 #food #foodie #crab #oysters #seafood #deelish #fatherhood #grateful #blessed #blacklove #blackfamily #blackboysmatter #mysons #treasure #priceless #theblackmancan #blackfathers #dayinthelifeofderek (at Mikes Seafood) https://www.instagram.com/p/BywaRn8gMkf/?igshid=1wjo00pkb112j