By Marcus Harden

I want to thank all who allowed me to honor and showcase them for Black History Month. The daily posts started as just a personal letter to people whom I believe to be truly amazing. We often wait too long to tell people what we think of them and their effects on us and our lives.

As the days went on and people would mention the #BHMT posts, I’d be surprised as I never had that intention for them. Yet the most beautiful thing that I saw happen was the “amens” that happened, as those people received love and appreciation from near and far.

As it came to a close, it became really tough as I realized I had a lot more people then I had days. My own personal “board of directors” — my friends who are family — is to numerous to mention (The Brotherhood of the Batcave, Seals, Dancer, JRob, The COL’s in Danforth, Vigor Fam, The TGRM Crew and so many more who make me better).

When folks Like Matt Halvorson, Rise Up For Students and The South Seattle Emerald picked it up and shared with a larger audience the greatness of those folks, I was truly humbled and honored, as each and everyone deserved it.

I truly hope it shed light onto the amazing talent we have in this town (and some in others), and if it accomplished anything, my hope is that Black History Today #29 is a person in your life who inspired or inspires you.

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it forever: I am but a shallow reflection of the life and light that has shined into mine. Thank you for allowing me to share 28 rays of light.

This post is part of a "Black History Today" series written by Marcus Harden, a pillar of the South Seattle community and a truly unsung hero, as he honors the living legacy of Black history in his neighborhood and beyond, and recognizes the people who are shaping the future.

Black History Today 1: Jaebadiah Gardner
Black History Today 2: Jameel Shabazz
Black History Today 3: Princess Shareef
Black History Today 4: Jacqueline Hardy
Black History Today 5: Cornelius Minor
Black History Today 6: David Hardy, Sr.
Black History Today 7: Anthony Rose
Black History Today 8: Phil Jerrod Heath
Black History Today 9: Caine Lowery
Black History Today 10: Gwen Allen-Carston
Black History Today 11: Keith B. Wheeler
Black History Today 12: Matt and Tiffany Reese
Black History Today 13: Carolyn and Kenny Tipler
Black History Today 14: Rickie Malone
Black History Today 15: Chris Chatmon
Black History Today 16: April Bowman
Black History Today 17: Letta Mason
Black History Today 18: Jerrell Davis
Black History Today 19: Merle Redd-Jones
Black History Today 20: Joshua A. Fields
Black History Today 21: Carlina Brown-Banks
Black History Today 22: Lindsay Hill
Black History Today 23: Mia Williams
Black History Today 24: Dwayne Reed
Black History Today 25: Tim Reese
Black History Today 26: Gary Ladd
Black History Today 27: Ernestine Rutledge
Black History Today 28: Darnell Lamont Walker