And just like that.....

In the past few of weeks we have lost: Etta James:    Don Cornelius: And Whitney Houston:      Now, I do not know any of them personally but I do know their contributions to music. Each of these people have given something great to music and will forever live through that. Death should never be taking lightly. Ever! I don't care if the biggest drunk/drug user passes away death is serious.      I just want to take the time to pay homage to these three people who have touched the lives of millions of people and paved the way for thousands of black artists today. I hope we all remember that everyday is not promised so make sure to appreciate every breath you're being blessed to take! * On an aside I was very disheartened by the reaction to Ms. Houston's death. Yes, she battled with drugs in a very public way and yes, that's probably what took her life. But should her death be made light of? I mean, what if this your m...

     Personally, feel that parents who name their children outlandish and ridiculous names should be jailed for child abuse and endangerment! Especially, when the parents are walking around with names like Bob, Linda, Robert, Becky, Chris, Lisa, well you get the point! It should truly be illegal to name you're children outlandish things. I think it's unfair to burden/punish a child in such a manner. What did they do to deserve such a life? I get it, you want your child to feel unique and special but why can't you just show them that? Why torture them by butchering the spelling or inventing something ridiculous?         I understand the purpose of naming your child. Their name will go on to define them and shape how they and others perceive them. Your name goes with during each phase of your life and that can't be said about everything. So, your name will bear great importance. Time needs to be given during this delicate decision making...

Along my rebuilding journey I have been really struggling with the concept of self-esteem. I have never really thought I was pretty. Not that I think I'm hideous I just have never thought of myself as attractive. I just don't know how to get there or explain to people how I feel. People have always told me that I'm a pretty girl but I just don't see what they see. I want to, I just don't know how.

    In two days we will all be celebrating the ball drop and remembering that you write 2012 instead of 2011!! I have never done a big New Year's celebration. My family and I just have a mini celebration at the house. This year I get to join a few friend's for a celebration at someone's house!! Par-tay over there!!! Anyways...that's not the point      I have always wondered why everyone waits for a New Year to make resolutions. If I plan on bettering myself or making a change I don't want to wait for a new year to make changes. Why not tomorrow? What's wrong with going into 2012 already a new person? I appreciate the concept of, "a new year, new me." Personally, I feel that on July 7 I should be able to make the same resolutions.      Instead, we should be focused on making new habits...everyday. If I noticed that I have been lacking in faith and need to be more prayerful I shouldn't wait until the new to change that. I should find a w...

     I came across this quote in a friend's blog and I haven't been able to forget it. It just lingers on my mind like words I should have said. I have always wondered why reading is still stigmatized. What's wrong with reading a good book every once and a while? Why are children teased for having library cards and walking around with freshly uncreased books instead of shiny new game systems? What does it say about a people when their prized positions don't consist of literature?      Personally, I have always loved to read! It's always been one of my favorite things to do. My mother made it a huge point to make sure that we had access to all types of books. Granted, when I got to college my reading for pleasure declined because honestly, who has time for that?? No, but really! Now, that I have graduated from undergrad I have had a little more time to sit back and read! Let me tell you, I missed reading. I can't imagine a world without books! T...

Rape is never a fucking joke!  I will never understand how people can continue to make jokes about this topic. I just can't deal with it....no matter how I try to ignore it honestly bothers me. It is not, nor will it, ever be funny!! Ever!

     In our, "we need everything now," society people have grown impatient. We hate waiting. It's a hassle to wait for a response to a text message, phone call, or email. There is no reason why we should have to wait for a grade to be posted or sit in the waiting room for the doctor to see us. Aprrentaly, there is just no valid reason to wait.       Which probably explains this recent aversion to dating. Dating equates to time! Time to figure out if you really like this person, time to go/plan dates, TIME, TIME, TIME! Now-a-days the process goes like this: 1. You like me? 2. Good I like you too!! 3. You want to be my boy/girlfriend 4. Great! We're a couple now!      Hopefully, you all see the problem with this! There needs to be a 2.5 and 3.5!! Just because you're physically attracted to someone doesn't mean you're compatible. Hence, taking your time to date (the 2.5.) People need to take time to figure these iss...