Going Back Home...Pirate Roundup

A friend has pretty much scolded me for not keeping up with this blog, so I figured I better get typing before I get reamed for real! A lot of good, positive things have been happening for me, which I feel good about. I got a chance to go back home (Wash. DC area) to see Moms, my bros for life, and just take it easy. My mother was quite happy to see me, as well as the boys. We didn't get into too much trouble lol!! It was just good to go back to where it all started, reminisce, and appreciate the current stage of life you are in.

The power of the mighty internet...There is a new alumni website for my college called the pirateroundup.com. Whomever created this addictive website, knew exactly what they were doing lol! Overall, I think it is a wonderful idea, and I have gotten the opportunity to reconnect with my peeps that I have lost touch with over the years. It is so interesting to see some of your friends all grown with families, responsibilities, etc. There are some folk on there by which I wasn't happy to see, but I won't go into that...

Well, I am back, and I going to make a more conscious effort to stay consistent on this thing because it really clears my mind in the crazy world we live in these days!!

Coming Up: If this isn't a recession, what do you call it???
Take it Easy!!

Spring Is Here!!

Finally had to go outside and cut the grass. I didn't want to be "that house", who still hasn't cut their grass! Cutting the grass is always a crap shoot because you never know if you have gas in the mower, or even if the mower is going to work. I don't know what's going with me but since I went out there and cut the grass, my skin has been itching and I got a little sunburned. I really don't understand that...but along with the allergies, weeds, bugs, and longer days...I am still glad that Spring is here. I guess I will finally have to get some sunblock lotion. I have never used that ever in my life...when I get that, maybe I will invest in that George Foreman outdoor grill, and start really enjoying the outdoors!!

Coming Up: Pirate Roundup

Marvin Pentz Gay

Today marks the birth of one of the greatest Soul singers to ever grace us. Marvin Gaye has to be one of the smoothest brothers to ever go behind a microphone. Even though his life tragically ended by his father, his music still lives on today. "I Want You", "Let's Get It On", "I Heard It Through The Grapevine" and "After The Dance" are some of my favorites. What are some of yours? Any true singer in today's music scene always say that this man was a major influence. Marvin Gaye, we miss you brother!

http://www.soulwalking.co.uk/Marvin%20Gaye.html

Slash and Guitar Hero

As a former marketing major, I really appreciate a good commercial. I am not a gamer anymore these days but the commercial for Guitar Hero with Guns N Roses guitarist Slash, is one of the coolest commercials I have seen in a while (besides the lizards dancing to Thriller:)) I was a big fan of GNR, so to see Slash work it out on the guitar was bananas. I have a link for you in case you haven't seen it yet:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ILs__bqfOQ

Take It Easy

The Barbershop

Time is moving at a rapid pace. The way that I know that is that my son is getting used to getting a haircut without crying anymore. Yes, the barber and I have to calm him down with a lollipop, but he is more relaxed when he gets in the barber chair. He is laid back and even putting his killer smile on the lady across the way who is braiding hair. It is quite amazing how quickly he has grown: following most of my directions, talking, telling me what he wants, and developing his own personality. I am looking forward to seeing what the future holds for him. Now that he is about to hit the terrible 2's, I am going to have to hone in that energy with either some sports, or music. I will keep you updated on that lol...

Thanks to a dear friend, I now have the opportunity to incorporate some music in my entries. This first song is dedicated to a dear friend that I missed the last couple of days. Welcome back from your southern trek, I missed talking to you. I chose this song to let this person know that I listen to more than that MJ tape you gave me :) Enjoy....





Take It Easy

Barack Obama

I called my friend recently from college, and as usual, he didn't let me down on enlightening conversation. Every time I talk to him, I never fail to learn something from him. He broke down the difference between the regular and superdelegates, which running mates Barack might go with if he gets on the ticket, and various skeletons each candidates has. One thing I caught from the conversation is that we should look beyond the fact that we may have our first Black president, but to happy that we are here to possibly witness history and see a "first"...period. Personally, I have never been so interested in a presidential race before; I think because this election has so many various ramifications on us Americans, it could make us or break us...stay tuned...

http://www.barackobama.com/


I hope everyone had a good Easter weekend. I did, my mother came down to hang with me. Well, not to see me but to spoil her grandson. I think my bond my mother and me has grown for the better since I have moved to the Queen City, and she has given some great advice on how to handle various situations. And for that, I thank her and I love her!! What a beautiful, sunny Easter in the Tarheel state, along with some surprising upsets for March Madness. I am looking forward to see how the next round goes!

Take It Easy!!

Coming Up: Missing You

Inspiration....The More Things Change, The More They Stay The Same

What inspires you? Money...Success...Family....Friends....Someone famous or someone across the street...Significant other....Higher Being? Whomever it may be, I think it's important to find your source of inspiration, harness and cherish it, and use it as a tool to reach any goal that you are trying to achieve. I say of all this to say, that I have a very special source of inspiration that got me to start this blog, and moreover maintaining it! This inspiration is a great writer, thinker, educated and a great friend. I have known her for a long time and I really appreciate everything that she has done for me and I look forward to seeking her guidance/advice in the future. Thank You!!

The more things change the more they stay the same. What a crazy oxymoron but a true one. I don't know about you but for me personally, your word is everything. If you can't stand behind your word, hmmm things will always remain questionable with me. What do you do when folk promise you something, but don't follow through? Do you supposed to keep giving them chances to burn/punk you, punish them, or let them go until they can learn to stand by their word. Well, for me I think I am not going to hold it against this person, but this person will definitely OWE me in the future (heh, heh, heh :).

Take it easy!

Coming up: Freeloaders..Is there a Raid spray out there that I can use to make them go away??