Seeing as most of my readers are "grown", I think y'all can appreciate today's post.
Ever wish we could go back in time to a period where things were a little less hectic and more enjoyable? Yeah, me too, so here's my list of throwbacks I'm feeling.
...house parties where the guests didn't come empty handed
...where said guests would stay and help clean up afterward
...real music that was worth listening/dancing to
...music videos that actually went with the song
...neighbors that you knew and could trust
...kids respecting their elders
...the "village" that raised a child
...home cooked meals and eating out was a treat
...parents who attended their childrens games without becoming belligerent/violent
...parents/grandparents that acted their title and not their kids best friends
...going to church as a FAMILY
...wearing your Sunday Best
...where the parent of a child born out of wedlock was not referred to as "my baby daddy/mama"
...where having children from multiple men/women was NOT something to be proud
...Sunday dinners
...Friday fish fry's
...kids didn't carry guns, knives, bombs to school
...corner stores in neighborhoods where you could get "credit" til payday
...homemade birthday cakes
What's your throwback?
26 October 2006
25 October 2006
Wired Wednesday
I guess I'm on a roll with these day of the week themed posts...Ever have your headphones to the point that you completely block everything and everyone out? Even more than that, you’re so into what you’re listening to that you’re singing out loud and not realizing just how loud you are? Well, that’s been me today. I’ve had coworkers come over and say, “hey, I didn’t know you could sing.” Or, “you’re humming really loud.” To them I say, “well, now you do,” or “oh really? Oh, okay.” And kept on about my business temporarily upset over the intrusion, then return to my iPod and jam away.
At one point, I got so into the music that I was bouncing in my seat and someone stopped, backed up, and started mocking me. Lucky for them, I liked them and let it slide. Had it been someone I didn’t like, I’da said, “hata”, laughed and again, go on about my business. I know folk look at me sometimes like WTF?
On the real, I don’t give a rat’s ass cause I sit in my cube minding business having to deal with all the bullshit and drama around me, so if I decide to get a little vocal once in a while, then so be it. At least my singing or humming is less offensive. Hey, I see the faces of doubt. While I’m not Mariah, my vocals are pretty decent; I can hold a tune.
And for the inquiring minds, I’m listening to John Legend’s new CD
Once Again and if you don’t have it, I suggest you get your butts to the store
to get it. And for those who are a little dusty in the pockets, see if one of your peeps will burn you a copy of theirs. For the ladies, he’s looking kinda good, so you might want to purchase your own copy cause he’s got some good pix in the insert in addition to the lyrics. Gotta love that so you’re not singing the wrong things. (lol)
Well, that’s all from me today. Massah an n’em got me pickin hard today, so I gotta get back to the fields.
24 October 2006
Terrific Tuesday
A collection of thoughts I came to embrace as the day progressed
It's Terrific Tuesday because
...I slept well last night and woke up blessed and refreshed
...jus.b.fli wrote an amazing poem ...Between Us (for Clark) and posted it on her site
...I embrace the notion that everyone needs a "Superhero"
...I bought the new John Legend CD and love it
...although my future godchild wouldn't show its "business" on the ultra sound, we know that s/he is healthy and strong (still praying for a girl)
...had a talk with my best friend and she's in a good place right now
...feel better knowing that someone with whom I've hurt doesn't hold it against me and knows it wasn't intentional
...those whom I'm close to know I love them very much even when I don't always say it
...I still haven't apologized to my coworker because I still know it won't be sincere
...received a call from a friend who just wanted to say "hi"
...there are new readers on my site
...I found a killer poem that I wrote and had forgotten about, but am currently updating for a future post on my other page The Saphyre Lounge
...when one door closes another one opens and often with more favorable results
...for all the wonders yet to occur today
...for all the e-hugs I'm sending into the universe
It's Terrific Tuesday because
...I slept well last night and woke up blessed and refreshed
...jus.b.fli wrote an amazing poem ...Between Us (for Clark) and posted it on her site
...I embrace the notion that everyone needs a "Superhero"
...I bought the new John Legend CD and love it
...although my future godchild wouldn't show its "business" on the ultra sound, we know that s/he is healthy and strong (still praying for a girl)
...had a talk with my best friend and she's in a good place right now
...feel better knowing that someone with whom I've hurt doesn't hold it against me and knows it wasn't intentional
...those whom I'm close to know I love them very much even when I don't always say it
...I still haven't apologized to my coworker because I still know it won't be sincere
...received a call from a friend who just wanted to say "hi"
...there are new readers on my site
...I found a killer poem that I wrote and had forgotten about, but am currently updating for a future post on my other page The Saphyre Lounge
...when one door closes another one opens and often with more favorable results
...for all the wonders yet to occur today
...for all the e-hugs I'm sending into the universe
23 October 2006
Monday Musings
This post is a collection of various musings.
Thinking of white men who are on my "they could get it list"
...Jon. B (singer/songwriter)
...Joshua Morrow (actor Young & the Restless)
...Robin Thicke (singer/songwriter)
...Jason Statham (actor)
Black men on my "they could get it list"
...Maxwell (singer/songwriter)
...Morris Chestnut (actor)
...Michael Jai White (actor)
...Idris Elba (actor/DJ...betcha didn't know the latter)
...Reggie Bush (NFL)
Wondering why I can't be somewhere other than on the plantation right now doing something I really want to do?
Wondering with what sincerity I'm going to apologize to a coworker for "hurting his feelings and embarassing him".
Thinking about the two Jack and Cokes I had on Saturday that almost caused me to do bad things to a good body.
Those CFMs I want but can't currently get because I'm not fully recovered from my foot surgery (damn, damn, damn!)
Anxiously awaiting word from a sponsor so we can pull off one hella party in Dec. (y'all are invited when (being optimistic) we get the confirmation)
Wondering how a sick friend is feeling.
Strolling down memory lane for no real good reason other than it's making me laugh to do it.
Thinking about the crazy conversation I had this morning with "Edie".
Wishing I was in London right now drinking tea and eating biscuits with my favorite aunt.
Already thinking about Thanksgiving dinner. (who wants to help wash/cut greens???)
Trying to gather enough Monopoly money to "bribe" someone into behaving.
Deciding to end now because I realize that I currently have entirely too much free time on my hands and should probably find something constructive to do other than blog.
Thinking of white men who are on my "they could get it list"
...Jon. B (singer/songwriter)
...Joshua Morrow (actor Young & the Restless)
...Robin Thicke (singer/songwriter)
...Jason Statham (actor)
Black men on my "they could get it list"
...Maxwell (singer/songwriter)
...Morris Chestnut (actor)
...Michael Jai White (actor)
...Idris Elba (actor/DJ...betcha didn't know the latter)
...Reggie Bush (NFL)
Wondering why I can't be somewhere other than on the plantation right now doing something I really want to do?
Wondering with what sincerity I'm going to apologize to a coworker for "hurting his feelings and embarassing him".
Thinking about the two Jack and Cokes I had on Saturday that almost caused me to do bad things to a good body.
Those CFMs I want but can't currently get because I'm not fully recovered from my foot surgery (damn, damn, damn!)
Anxiously awaiting word from a sponsor so we can pull off one hella party in Dec. (y'all are invited when (being optimistic) we get the confirmation)
Wondering how a sick friend is feeling.
Strolling down memory lane for no real good reason other than it's making me laugh to do it.
Thinking about the crazy conversation I had this morning with "Edie".
Wishing I was in London right now drinking tea and eating biscuits with my favorite aunt.
Already thinking about Thanksgiving dinner. (who wants to help wash/cut greens???)
Trying to gather enough Monopoly money to "bribe" someone into behaving.
Deciding to end now because I realize that I currently have entirely too much free time on my hands and should probably find something constructive to do other than blog.
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