Taikein CooperPro Family & Community AgendaAs the country continues to grapple with the effects of two pandemics, COVID-19 and racial injustice, it remains vital for us to continue…Jun 19, 20201Jun 19, 20201
Taikein CooperEquity in RVA…As a native of Prince Edward County, I think that the number of folks using Brown v. Board of Education to perpetuate their respective…Apr 9, 2019Apr 9, 2019
Taikein CooperRemove the Labels…The most intelligent man that I have ever met was a substance abuser, illegal gambler and felon. Fortunately, we crossed paths at a time…Jul 8, 2018Jul 8, 2018
Taikein CooperThe Affairs of the Heart…Today, I will celebrate the fifth Valentine’s Day with my girlfriend, The Foot Model. Honestly, I have always believed that this holiday…Feb 14, 2018Feb 14, 2018
Taikein CooperI Was Homeless Last NightOver the past few years, I’ve participated in #SleepOut, which is designed to raise awareness and funds for homelessness. The sleepout…Dec 4, 2017Dec 4, 2017
Taikein CooperI’m Divorcing The CowboysI used to joke that, “I was raised right; there’s only one team, the Dallas Cowboys.” Over the past 29 years, my Sundays, Mondays and…Oct 10, 20173Oct 10, 20173
Taikein Cooper299.3 milesIt’s been a few days since I last wrote. My body has been SO sore. I always tell myself, “hey, those children don’t get to pick and choose…Jun 20, 2017Jun 20, 2017
Taikein CooperTribute Rides?After feeling awful on Monday, I resumed riding on yesterday and rode for 25.1 miles. The weather was awesome and I kept a good pace. I…Jun 7, 2017Jun 7, 2017
Taikein Cooper54 Miles in…I have completed the first three days of the Cycle Challenge and wanted to update you all. I have completed 54 miles this month, so we only…Jun 4, 2017Jun 4, 2017