....Flashback Friday's!! Happy Halloween!!! Be safe tonight everyone!
Geto Boys--Mind Playing Tricks on Me
Whodini--Freaks Come Out at Night
Friday, October 31, 2008
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
8 years later....
The past eight years has been a biyatch!!
But I digress....
Today was a very special day for me. First, I left work early this morning so I could attend the Obama rally downtown Raleigh. It was amazing!! Seeing Sen. Obama live was so awesome...awe inspiring. Everything about him and his ideas makes you want to be better and do better. And he actually believes all Americans can be great and can make this country better. And the crowd of over 25,000 was so energetic. And everyone so friendly...there was such a sense of togetherness and common purpose. And the crowd was extremely diverse...all ages, all races and ethnicity's, and I am sure several religions and beliefs were also represented. This is the big difference between the 2 parties generally, and in this election specifically. Democrats see "America" as inclusive; we are all Americans. Republicans see it as exclusive; only certain people belonging to a certain religion and of a certain race and/or ethnicity are real Americans. This idea was best seen during the conventions. A camera span of the floor of the Dem's convention showed a rainbow of people; men and women from all races and ethnicity's. Contrast that to the Rep's convention; a floor shot showed mostly white, and probably either Christian or Jewish Americans. So, on Monday, Oct. 27, 2008, I early voted for inclusion, diversity, acceptance, respect and....
CHANGE!!!
Monday, October 27, 2008
It Takes a Village....
Body from SUV is Jennifer Hudson's Nephew
From the moment I heard the SUV was found, and the body of a young black boy was inside, I knew it was the son and nephew of Julia and Jennifer Hudson. My condolences go out to the Hudson family for this painful loss.
What bothers me about these senseless killings is that the person of interest, this estranged husband, has a criminal history of violent crimes. One of my fave bloggers, [fung'ke] [blak] [chik], pointed out that it doesn't make sense to have this type of man around your child or anyone else in your family. Even if he didn't have anything to do with this particular crime (which seems unlikely to me), he was in jail for attempted murder...which means he tried to kill somebody. This time, he may have succeeded.
Funky brings up another point...ghetto mentality. Here we have a young woman who chose to marry a man with a violent criminal record, exposing herself, her son, and the rest of her family to possible violence, either from him or because of him thru his past associates. What do you think? Is this a case of class? Can class explain this tragic decision that ended in tragic results? My heart goes out to this family, and I hope it goes out as warning to young girls and women all over to be more selective about the type of men we introduce into the lives of our families. Black women have to start making better decisions. Even if that means being alone, raising a 7 yr. old by yourself without a husband or boyfriend. Being alone is so much better than being dead.
I am sure there is more to this story. I will refresh this post as more facts are released.
From the moment I heard the SUV was found, and the body of a young black boy was inside, I knew it was the son and nephew of Julia and Jennifer Hudson. My condolences go out to the Hudson family for this painful loss.
What bothers me about these senseless killings is that the person of interest, this estranged husband, has a criminal history of violent crimes. One of my fave bloggers, [fung'ke] [blak] [chik], pointed out that it doesn't make sense to have this type of man around your child or anyone else in your family. Even if he didn't have anything to do with this particular crime (which seems unlikely to me), he was in jail for attempted murder...which means he tried to kill somebody. This time, he may have succeeded.
Funky brings up another point...ghetto mentality. Here we have a young woman who chose to marry a man with a violent criminal record, exposing herself, her son, and the rest of her family to possible violence, either from him or because of him thru his past associates. What do you think? Is this a case of class? Can class explain this tragic decision that ended in tragic results? My heart goes out to this family, and I hope it goes out as warning to young girls and women all over to be more selective about the type of men we introduce into the lives of our families. Black women have to start making better decisions. Even if that means being alone, raising a 7 yr. old by yourself without a husband or boyfriend. Being alone is so much better than being dead.
I am sure there is more to this story. I will refresh this post as more facts are released.
"B" is for....
We now know Ashley Todd is the Susan Smith of the 2008 Presidential Campaign. Not only did Todd accuse a black man of assaulting her because she was a McCain supporter, she went further to suggest this mystery man sexually assaulted her as well. The historical implications of such an allegation are substantial. White woman accuses known or unknown black man of a crime against her virtue as a white woman. Enters the lynch mob.
By accusing a black man, not just an Obama supporter, of these crimes, she sought to evoke the underlying, but still ever prevalent racism and prejudices of many white Americans. And she did this on purpose. She knew exactly what image she wanted to create in the minds of white Americans...angry, violent, sexually deviant black male...seeking to strike fear in the hearts of white America. And now this silly bitch wants to claim she has mental health problems. She knew exactly what she was doing and why she was doing it. Her only "problem" is that she is a white woman who understands the privilege her race and her gender afford her in this country.
I have so much more to say about this and the race baiting by using code words in the Presidential and the Primary elections. More to come later in the week.
Good news...Sen. Obama will be in Raleigh Wednesday morning. I think I may have to take a few hours from work to see him.
By accusing a black man, not just an Obama supporter, of these crimes, she sought to evoke the underlying, but still ever prevalent racism and prejudices of many white Americans. And she did this on purpose. She knew exactly what image she wanted to create in the minds of white Americans...angry, violent, sexually deviant black male...seeking to strike fear in the hearts of white America. And now this silly bitch wants to claim she has mental health problems. She knew exactly what she was doing and why she was doing it. Her only "problem" is that she is a white woman who understands the privilege her race and her gender afford her in this country.
I have so much more to say about this and the race baiting by using code words in the Presidential and the Primary elections. More to come later in the week.
Good news...Sen. Obama will be in Raleigh Wednesday morning. I think I may have to take a few hours from work to see him.
Weekend Update and other idle thoughts....
I was planning to use this post to give a J-Hud update regarding her family tragedy, and the silly bitch in Pittsburgh who scratched a backwards "B" on to her own face, but I think both of these should be left to their own posts. So....
I had a really good weekend. My college homecoming was this past weekend (SpelHouse!!!), and I did not venture to ATL this weekend. And I didn't miss it at all. I didn't even think about it until one of my undergrad friends mentioned it yesterday. Now, I love my undergraduate institution and think it is the best place to nurture the growth and maturity of young black women. But htis year, I was not that pressed about homecoming. Anyway, I ventured into Chapel Hill Saturday night to attend a UNC BLSA party with 2 fellow Buckeyes and friends. That was the first time I had ever partied in Chapel Hill, and after getting turned around twice due to how dark it is on 54 ( you can't see a thing, and driving with the high beams on is a must), I really enjoyed myself. Especially since I only paid $3 to get in, and had free drinks all night. Good times.
The Buckeyes lost to Penn St. I didn't even see the end of the game b/c I was in route to Chapel Hill.
The Panthers won again. Go Carolina!!!
I'm not one to look a gift horse in the mouth, but I really want a new job. This is not what I had planned upon graduating from law school. Hopefully, after I take and pass the NC bar exam in February, new opportunities will begin to arise. At least they better!!!
I had a really good weekend. My college homecoming was this past weekend (SpelHouse!!!), and I did not venture to ATL this weekend. And I didn't miss it at all. I didn't even think about it until one of my undergrad friends mentioned it yesterday. Now, I love my undergraduate institution and think it is the best place to nurture the growth and maturity of young black women. But htis year, I was not that pressed about homecoming. Anyway, I ventured into Chapel Hill Saturday night to attend a UNC BLSA party with 2 fellow Buckeyes and friends. That was the first time I had ever partied in Chapel Hill, and after getting turned around twice due to how dark it is on 54 ( you can't see a thing, and driving with the high beams on is a must), I really enjoyed myself. Especially since I only paid $3 to get in, and had free drinks all night. Good times.
The Buckeyes lost to Penn St. I didn't even see the end of the game b/c I was in route to Chapel Hill.
The Panthers won again. Go Carolina!!!
I'm not one to look a gift horse in the mouth, but I really want a new job. This is not what I had planned upon graduating from law school. Hopefully, after I take and pass the NC bar exam in February, new opportunities will begin to arise. At least they better!!!
Friday, October 24, 2008
Opie Taylor endorses Obama!!
Ron Howard, Andy Griffith, and Henry Winkler team up to produce this really good video endorsing Sen. Barack Obama. If you have ever watched The Andy Griffith Show or Happy Days, parts of this video should bring back good memories. Enjoy!
DJ NimbleCupid Presents....
FLASHBACK FRIDAYS!!!
This is one of the best songs of all time. It's true b/c I said so. Period. End of Discussion.
This is one of the best songs of all time. It's true b/c I said so. Period. End of Discussion.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Ok....
I tried to upload a new template, and lost my favorites links. I am very disappointed. So, now I am in the process of going over all of the blogs I read regularly, and adding them. Hopefully, I can get this done by the end of the week. But that's being generous. If you no longer see your blog linked, just know that I am probably getting around to it. Love Peace & Soul
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
News from the water cooler....
There is a mole amongst us. That's right. A co-worker moved into my section/room at work, and it appears that he is a rat...a snitch if you will. A guy who apparently received negative employee evaluation his first year at the office, and has been a snitch ever since....trying t get back in the good graces of the Head. All of this was brought to my attention today, after I was told that said snitch reported in a meeting that all we (my co-workers in my space) do is stay on the internet all day. Seriously? This coming from a man who spends most of his morning playing online. And, I can speak for me and my co-worker who sits near me, that we do our job, and are efficient in doing it. I do not appreciate him going back telling people I am not doing my job!! I was thoroughly pissed when co-worker told me this, but I am not surprised. He really didn't have a reason to move into our space, and it definitely seems he was sent there as a mole. So, I have absolutely no interest in getting to know this guy, or even being friendly to him. No more good morning's for you Mister. You are officially on my tihs list!!!
Monday, October 20, 2008
Monday Idle Thoughts....
I am so excited, I only have one more hour left at work. Which is a good thing, b/c I have so much to do today. I'm going to hit the gym when I get home. I definitely need to get back to more tones and sexy self. Well, I'm still sexy, lol, but I want more muscle definition. So I am going to hit the eliptical for about 15-20 minutes, then about 45min of weights and resistance work. After that, I want to start looking over all of these bar exam study materials. It's a lot of material, most of which I have studied in law school, but their are a few subjects I didn't study like Family Law and Secure Transactions. So, those will be the first things I look over.
I really really love my hair. I dyed my locs this past Friday. I was so tired of the reddish brown thing. I really just wanted my own dark brown "nearly black" hair color back. My new color is Brown Sable a la Dark & Lovely. It looks more black than brown, but I love it. The color looks really rich, and is a great contrast to my brown skin. And I decided to forego a re-twist because my locks look great without one. I think I'm going to stretch this until election day.
I had such a great weekend. Not only did I have a good lock weekend. By the way, did I mention I love my locks? Ok, just wanted to make sure. lol. Anyway, Saturday I saw the Secret Life of Bees, which bought me to tears. It's funny, b/c I am not a crier, unless I am watching a movie, film, or something sad or happy on tv. It's funny actually, and a little weird that I am more emotional when it comes to the lives of fictitious characters than I am when it comes to my own life. I wonder what that says about me. Maybe nothing.... anyway, I liked "Bees", even though it is a period piece. The '60's. However, I wish we could have more dramatic movies, romances, and romantic comedies featuringblack women.
Saturday night, I went to a party with my girl and had so much fun. It was an old school party for the alumni of Shaw U, and the DJ played nothing but 80's & 90's r&b and hip-hop. It was great. I danced so much, I re-aggravated my bad knee. lol. Finally a party with a good crowd without it being so jammed that you had to climb over people to get to the bar. And there was plenty of eye candy. The men were dressed to impress. lol. I love it!! Good times.... My folks came up Saturday evening, and my other sis drove down from Gboro to go to the state fair. We went Sunday, and I ate more fried food in taht one 3 hour time block than I have eaten in months. It was a lot of fun. I don't ride any of those rides. I don't trust any ride that can be packed up and moved. I mean, how sturdy can it be if it can be folded and put in a truck?
Go Carolina Panthers!!!!
My favorite work song is Michael's "Living off the Wall." "So tonight, I'm gonna leave that 9 to 5 up on the shelf, and just enjoy myself." I love it!!
I really really love my hair. I dyed my locs this past Friday. I was so tired of the reddish brown thing. I really just wanted my own dark brown "nearly black" hair color back. My new color is Brown Sable a la Dark & Lovely. It looks more black than brown, but I love it. The color looks really rich, and is a great contrast to my brown skin. And I decided to forego a re-twist because my locks look great without one. I think I'm going to stretch this until election day.
I had such a great weekend. Not only did I have a good lock weekend. By the way, did I mention I love my locks? Ok, just wanted to make sure. lol. Anyway, Saturday I saw the Secret Life of Bees, which bought me to tears. It's funny, b/c I am not a crier, unless I am watching a movie, film, or something sad or happy on tv. It's funny actually, and a little weird that I am more emotional when it comes to the lives of fictitious characters than I am when it comes to my own life. I wonder what that says about me. Maybe nothing.... anyway, I liked "Bees", even though it is a period piece. The '60's. However, I wish we could have more dramatic movies, romances, and romantic comedies featuringblack women.
Saturday night, I went to a party with my girl and had so much fun. It was an old school party for the alumni of Shaw U, and the DJ played nothing but 80's & 90's r&b and hip-hop. It was great. I danced so much, I re-aggravated my bad knee. lol. Finally a party with a good crowd without it being so jammed that you had to climb over people to get to the bar. And there was plenty of eye candy. The men were dressed to impress. lol. I love it!! Good times.... My folks came up Saturday evening, and my other sis drove down from Gboro to go to the state fair. We went Sunday, and I ate more fried food in taht one 3 hour time block than I have eaten in months. It was a lot of fun. I don't ride any of those rides. I don't trust any ride that can be packed up and moved. I mean, how sturdy can it be if it can be folded and put in a truck?
Go Carolina Panthers!!!!
My favorite work song is Michael's "Living off the Wall." "So tonight, I'm gonna leave that 9 to 5 up on the shelf, and just enjoy myself." I love it!!
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Happy Hump Day!!
Tomorrow begins the first day of early voting in North Carolina. Not only can you vote early, but if you are not registered, you can register and vote at the same time!! How great is that!!! So, please vote early and avoid any election day trickery.
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Why are you not registered to vote?
Personally, I don't think there is any reason why any adult person is not registered to vote. Hell, in some states, felons can vote, and many of them want to register to vote. So, why aren't you registered? Has your life been better in the past 8 years? How much do you spend at the pump on a weekly basis? How about the grocery store? How much are you making on the job? Do you even have a job? How's your savings? Do you even have any savings left? You should be registered to vote. And you should vote. You don't have a real reason not to vote. So vote, dangit. In North Carolina, you have until Friday, Oct. 10th to register. Be better. DO BETTER.
Friday, October 3, 2008
The VP Debate....
I watched the debate last night in it's entirety, which is something I didn't do for the first Presidential debate. I did however, watch the debate via youtube the next day.
Anyway, is it me, or did Palin suck? Seriously, we are talking about the next VP of the USofA, and she was obviously out of her league. She completely refused to answer questions, which even brought a laugh to the lips of Joe. She ducked and dodged every question...it was really ridiculous...ludicrous even. I really have nothing else to say about it...
Anyway, is it me, or did Palin suck? Seriously, we are talking about the next VP of the USofA, and she was obviously out of her league. She completely refused to answer questions, which even brought a laugh to the lips of Joe. She ducked and dodged every question...it was really ridiculous...ludicrous even. I really have nothing else to say about it...
