And just like that.....

When I was younger I NEVER EVER wanted to chop my tresses!!!! For the most part I've always had thick and healthy hair. There was one point during my sophomore year of college where my hair was over-processed and falling out! I thought my life was OVER!! I couldn't believe that this was happening to my hair. But something happened to me during my latter years of college....I realized it was JUST HAIR! And since then I have been chopping away and trying new things!

You may not know this about me but I'm a NERD!!! Certified Grade A Nerd!!! I love books (cried when Borders closed), play the cello, paint, like museums, wear big glasses, love colorful Keds, did well in school you know the usual!!! So, when I discovered Donald Glover aka Childish Gambino I felt that my prayers had been answered!! A nerdy rapper!!! Granted Glover isn't rapping about having straight As in school but he does hit on a lot of issues that I can relate to. His album Camp is everything and has gotten me through many a tough workout!! Granted, I'm "late to the game" because I wasn't hip to him when he just dishing out mixtapes but still though!! Now, I'm in love!! Check him out when you get the chance!!

Before I hear it let me just state that I AM NOT A HATER! I have nothing against Tyler Perry personally. He has done nothing to me and for all I know he could be one of the nicest people to ever grace this planet. I do know one thing though...I am not a fan of his movies! Yeah, I said it! I'm not a fan. How is this so? He gives black people a voice!  He puts black actors in his movies!  He's one of the highest paid men in film!  Perry is the true definition of the American Story. He pulled himself from the bottom and is now resting at the top!!  How could you not be a fan of such a great story?? Well, let me explain. In no way am I trying to undermine Perry's triumphant story. He came from the bottom achieved greatness. That is commendable in its own right, I'm not trying to take anything away from that. And from what I gather he partakes in philanthropy giving money to some worthy causes. That's wondiferous!! With ALL of that being said I still don...

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...