Fresh from the Bronx—stories, reflections, and dispatches from a voice rooted in grit and grace. Each post is a step forward, a look back, and a moment worth remembering. Scroll through, click in, and stay awhile.
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Written by Dennis Harvell, Photograph Rodney Harvell 👮♂️ Bronx Hero Spotlight: Rodney, The Unwavering Anchor Rodney wasn’t just a Bronx native — he was my brother. We grew up side by side, navigating life’s joys and hardships with a bond that shaped who I am today. He passed away with the grace and courage, and… Continue reading Rodney, The Unwavering Anchor
Written and original art by Dennis Harvell Hip Hop Genesis – Global Impact & Living Legacy Having explored the vital spark and vibrant scene that gave birth to hip-hop in the 1970s Bronx, we now turn our attention to its explosive growth of Hip Hop Genesis and its global impact and living legacy. What began… Continue reading Bronx Hip Hop: The Bronx as Hip-Hop’s Genesis – Part 2: Global Impact & Living Legacy, Week 3
Written by Dennis Harvell Kindness is Strength Who assume the best about each other, not the worst. Who affirm one another’s dignity, speak with respect, and never name-call. Who see each other as gift — a brother, not an enemy — even when we disagree. Who, in the heat of conversation, still… Continue reading Kindness is Strength
A simple compliment in a waiting lounge sparked meaningful connections, reminding us of the power of kindness.
Written and original art by Dennis Harvell Hip Hop’s Genesis – Part 1: The Spark & The Scene The Bronx hip hop genesis, in the 1970s, was a borough in crisis, facing unprecedented economic hardship, urban decay, and social challenges. Yet, it was precisely within this crucible of adversity that a vibrant new culture was… Continue reading Bronx Hip Hop: The Bronx as Hip-Hop’s Genesis – Part 1: The Spark & The Scene, Week 2
Written by Dennis Harvell City Vibes This collage captures the compressed heartbeat of New York City The Bronx where every landmark pulses with memory and movement. The Statue of Liberty stands in the foreground like a sentinel of welcome, while the Brooklyn Bridge stretches across the scene as a symbol of connection—between boroughs, cultures, and… Continue reading City Vibes
🎨 Bronx Hero Spotlight: Dr. Evelina López Antonetty The Mother of the Puerto Rican Community in the Bronx Education organizes women. Once those wheels start turning, there’s no stopping them.” – Dr. Evelina López Antonetty ✊ Dr. Evelina López Antonetty: Education, Empowerment, and the Fight for Bilingualism Dr. Evelina López Antonetty believed that education was the… Continue reading Bronx Hero: Dr. Evelina López Antonetty
The Boogie Down Bronx 🏙️Bronx Boogies – Steel, Stone, Story The name “The Boogie Down Bronx” isn’t just a catchy phrase—it’s a declaration of cultural energy, resilience, and the birthplace of hip-hop. 🎶 Brief Flavorable History of the Boogie Down Bronx The nickname “The Boogie Down Bronx” was popularized in the 1970s and 80s, primarily through the… Continue reading Boogie Down Bronx: Origin & Legacy
Written by Dennis Harvell “Only time and tears take away grief; that is what they are for.” – Terry Pratchett Only Time and Tears Not a day passes that I don’t think about my mother, and to be honest, there are still times when I feel it’s a lonely world without her. But today… Continue reading Only Time and Tears
🗽 Enter at Your Own Risk” But Risk What, Exactly? They say “Welcome to the Bronx” like it’s a dare. Like you’re stepping into something wild, unpredictable, maybe even dangerous. And you know what? They’re not wrong. But the risk isn’t what you think. You risk falling in love with the rhythm of the streets. … Continue reading Enter at Your Own Risk