Share what you know about the year you were born.
There were some extremely good and bad events happened the year I was born. Michael Jackson and Prince topped the music charts, Steve Jobs released the Macintosh computer, and so many popular movies were released like “Nightmare on Elm Street” & “Beverly Hills Cop”. I also love the fact that Lionel Richie’s “Hello” reached high on the charts!
One unfortunate tragedy that happened in my birth city San Diego, California is mind boggling. A gunman killed over 20 people (and injured many others) in a San Ysidro McDonald’s on July 18, 1984. My dad was still stationed in San Diego at the time, and family from the East Coast called my mom to ensure she and my family were safe.
The one unfortunate tragedy that happened that year that still very much touches me is the death of one of my musical favorites. One day before his 45th birthday, Motown singer Marvin Gaye was fatally gunned down by his own father. My mom was in labor with me, and this tragic situation broke many hearts. I was born early that morning on his birthday, April 2nd. Believe it or not, his music touches my soul like no other. I stop to listen to his music every time I hear it. I love my birthday twin, and I feel blessed to be influenced by his music while sharing a birthday with him!
Also, Desiderata was released! Very important life lesson.
