Something Special

I have been listening to a lot of Will Downing lately.  He is one of my favorite artists! His music has a message, mostly about love.  I wanted to share one of my favorites with you.....make sure you listen to the words....

To My Bestie.....

I can't believe that I have blogged in 4 months, well yes I can! LOL I am not a writer like Raven or Thelma (my Bestie) so that's my excuse.  My last blog was written right before I went to OSR-Old School Reunion at IU.  OSR is held during Homecoming Weekend and the activties are geared toward the Minority Students.  *Side Note* Thanks Ruben for making it a yearly event! It was also the last OSR that I will spend with my Bestie! I wrote her a letter last week and I FINALLY have the strength to share it! I love u Tee and you knew that! We ended our conversations with : I love you Bestie! <3
Tee....I am not ready for this at all.  I know there is a reason, but I don't know it yet and am I am not ready to know.  I keep playing CSI with this...trying to look for signs that you were ill or trying to say good-bye.  You have been a daily part of my life since I met you in 1987 at IU.  We have shared so many memories. I remember how the Police came to our door every other day because we played NWA loud as ever! The best memory was when your water broke on the damn couch!! I started crying and called my Grandma.  After she told me to hang up the phone and help you, I asked you what was I supposed to do! You said do something, but yo black ass betta boil no damn water!!  Laughing thru tears at that one.  The guy that I told you about, I'm keeping him just like you told me to do! WHAT AM I SUPPOSED TO DO WITHOUT U??  Don't worry about the boys...I mean the twins, I keep forgetting they are grown....They know that their TT Gen got them and so does everyone else. I know you're saying put the damn pen down with your ole sentimental ass! :) Even though I am the crier in our circle of girlfriends, I promise to be strong for them! Especially your Twin.....I love you Bestie~ <3

Thelma Herlena Shaw
           "Lena"
April 23, 1969-February 12, 2011


I promise to write in my blog more, Tee.........

Dear Ole Roosevelt......

Two Homecomings in the same weekend.....Gary Roosevelt and Indiana University!!  Unfortunately, I won't be able to attend Roosevelt's activities this weekend.  I remember as a child, I always wanted to go to Roosevelt! My grandparents, parents, uncles, aunts, and cousins all went to 'Velt.  In the summer of 82, I remember walking....yes walking....up to Roosevelt to participate in Summer Band.  That summer and the summers to follow were dedicated to Marching in that heat! Fast Forward to the fall of 1986.-I was the drum major of the best band in the City...hands down!  I remember how hard we practiced for Homecoming to make sure our steps were precise.   We lined up on 21st Ave to start the our homecoming parade.....BAND ATTENTION!! PANTHERS 1-2!!  As we came down Broadway and rounded 25th...we played DEAR OLE' ROOSEVELT and the people were going crazy!!  We were all so proud....school pride was so big back then.......fast forward to halftime....We marched onto the field with Russell Dennie (RIP) playing that bass guitar and the drum section with that cadence......we lost that game by the way....With that being said: 2-5 GET LIVE! GET ALL THE WAY LIVE!! GO PANTHERS and BEAT West Side! *side note* I still can dance and I remember the steps, too....lmbo!!

Keep Smiling

I started off the day in a very good mood! Even though I dreaded coming back to work today.....I took 2 vacay days-Friday and Monday....I still resolved myself to be positive. The workday is going pretty good, no major issues to deal with, so that's a plus at the P.O.!  LOL  How about you? How is your day, today? I hope that it is all good.  Remain upbeat today, it keeps them (haters, naysayers, etc.) wondering what is she/he so happy about??  We gotta keep on their jobs-lol!!

I have promised myself that I would keep smiling today.....what about you?
*muah*

Bye to a Friend

 Last week, I lost a classmate, Phillip Freeman, who I had just this year, reconnected with.    When I found out that he was sick, I immediately tried to reach out to him, but he didn't want any visitors or calls.  That was fine, I can respect his privacy. The last time I physically saw him was at my church, he came to a musical.  I hugged him about 3 times and he said, "Dang Gen, are you that happy to see lil ole me?" I responded that I was.  I didn't realize that would be the last time I saw him......I connected with him via Facebook and we talked via inbox  a few times. Phil's death leaves me happy and sad at the same time.  I'm happy that he is not suffering any longer and not in pain.  I'm sad, because he's not here with us anymore.  Philip was a genuine person with musical talent. He could play and SANG!!! Tomorrow and Wednesday will be hard for his family, his church family and the many friends he has made throughout the years......Prayer will get all of us thru........I'm done before my keyboard gets any wetter :).....we love you Phil....RIP.......

Time

Well hello again.....it's been a minute.  I am trying so hard to get this website of mine off the ground.  I know I should just pay somebody to do it, but no way!!  I want to do it myself.  I am giving myself a deadline of October 20, 2010 to be finished with the paperwork and everything.

Time is of the essence. Time is something that we tend to take for granted. How many times have you said to yourself, oh I have time or I need to make time? Do we really?  I have decided that I need some "ME" time! No distractions, no phone-well, I'm trying on that one, nobody else, just me.  If you don't do it, you should try it...15 minutes or more by yourself can work wonders for you mind, body and spirit. 

Speaking of mind, body and spirit.....I have began to sell Soul Purpose Products. They are bath, body and makeup products.  I know you are probably thinking, girl, what next?  This is the last product that I am selling.  I still sell Mary Kay and Ardyss, however, Soul Purpose is geared more toward us....African-Americans, black people-however you describe yourself.  Visit my web-site and let me know what you think. http://genesis.soulpupose.net/

Thanks for taking this journey into a new beginning with me.....muah!

Ahhhh

Well, I guess it's been one of those days. I am really trying to remain positive about the situations that are before me today. I said a quick prayer , so it's better already! I'm not sure if there is a full moon 24 hours a day, but it sure feels like it...lol!! Sometimes, it seems like everything is starting to unravel all at once.

PAUSE.........

Have you ever just looked out the window and said " Ahhh"? I did that just now and I feel a lot better than I did earlier. I sent my friend a text and his response was just what I needed. Yes, I said HIS. He is like a breath of fresh air, so thoughtful, considerate......I could go on and on about him.......I'll just think of him and say...."Ahhhh"!