I am in Miami, Florida, my hometown, conducting research on black migration across time in this city and Miami-Dade County. In just two days of interviewing individuals who were born or migrated here, I have learned more than I thought I would. I will share more in the coming months as research continues. For now, I was reminded again of the ways in which black life continues to reflects the tensions between urban and rural spaces. Before I left Alabama, I saw two videos that showcase as much. Those videos - one by gospel singers Bebe and Cece Winans and the other by Arrested Develoment are presented above. I will leave it there for now. I look forward to discussing this topic and more with the students enrolled in Black Urban Culture next semester at the University of Alabama. Until then, happy holidays and happy new year.
