I’m feeling good this week. I’m not sure who exactly decided that rantings had to be a bad thing … personally it just means whatever is on my mind. My mind is on happy things … so these rantings are good (in general).
- I still can’t believe Barack won. Sure it seemed apparent … but its just too much to even take in. As a result … this is the best week ever.
- Celebrating in the streets of DC reminded me of college (Unv of MD had its share of riots) and also reminded me how old I am. But most importantly, it was pure fun. The energy of the city was just ridiculous, and it was all positive. The crowd was so mixed (not just race … but class and status) and every was just happy and united.
- I feel that I have successfully purged some poison from my life and I feel a lot better. Its like you try and rid yourself of said bad thing/person/substance … but sometimes it just won’t go. Then one day, you let em know … and you feel good.
- Made it to the gym this week after a much too long hiatus. Focused and trying to make up for some slacking as of late … but feeling good about the plan. If Barack did the work to get to the White House … then I can get back to working out.
- I don’t know why … but I’m in a good mood.
- I have been thinking about my future plans for the next couple months and years and I feel good about it. I really think that if I stick to things … everything will be good … and I’ll be posed for greatness (my personal goal in life).
That’s me … I’m good
RANT!
good morning all!
I too concur this is one of the best weeks of my life!!
-barack won and he instilled hope and change into generations to come. yes virginia there is a santa claus. there is a new comraderie between perfect strangers. for instance wednesday I'm at the hospital with my mom in the elevator. I had on my barack tshirt and buttons. a white woman would have otherwise never spoken to me, said "yes we did" and struck up a conversation. this thing is uniting people with one common hope, that we can all just get along ( lol). I am so proud to be black so proud to be american. I'm ready to get an obama charm and add it to my bracelet. its still all too much for me.
– I had the best date ever yesterday, chilvary is not dead. we laughed talked walked it was great. we will see how this goes. I'm trying to keep an open mind he's 20 years my senior. yea I know he's old enough to be my daddy…but he's a lot of fun.
– I've seen my birthday present its not practical, or really worth the 600.00 they want for it. but iiiiii neeeeeeeddddd itttttt!!!!
– if og (older guy) lol…can make it to superbowl sunday then ill be joining the ACM. I will have been celibate for a year and it will be a great accomplishment that can only be honored by getting laid!!! LOL.
that's all for now. gotta get the rugrats up for school….
words that describe how I feel
grateful/inspiried/hopeful/gracious/proud
ill think of more later
This week has been awesomeoverwhelmingamazing insipiring etc… No rants today.
So i'm going to go to the inauguration. SBM and ppl in the D.C. area if you guys have connects in the hotel industry can ya pass em along? I've got a room reserved but I wanna be a lil closer. And if you know of any other events that are going to take place that week please let me know.
Congrats phrat for getting happy in life, people live longer when they aren't stressed.
I'm moving in a positive direction, putting more effort into my relationship. Working harder at work. Living with no regrets. Most importantly, staying fly all the time.
"I don’t know why … but I’m in a good mood."
I'm very glad to hear that SBM. 😉
Congrats on your good date Akua… I'm jealous. 😉
"I’m feeling good this week. I’m not sure who exactly decided that rantings had to be a bad thing … personally it just means whatever is on my mind. My mind is on happy things … so these rantings are good (in general)."
all praises be..that deserves a happy dance.
I've also noticed a positive vibe/energy amongst people this past week, despite the sore loserdome amongst a few individuals that I hope will pass soon. Last night I was out and two dear friends of mine who had been beefing for the past year (with me getting caught in some of the crossfire) were actually talking again (almost) like old times. I'm going to charge it to the spirit of unity this week.
I got approval for my hours with my contract work position to get TRIPLED!! As long as they don't renege on it (I'm nervous about their reaction to that first bill), it's actually an amount where I can support myself AND I'm still working for myself AND I'm STILL only working part time!
The weather in Indy has been SPENDIFEROUS!! I think it's God's reward for Indiana not being a red state for the first time in forever and a day.
I'm going off to have a good day… peace and blessings, all!
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I think we all should be grateful for this week. It will stand out as one of the best weeks ever!
I'm happy…
I averted getting fired last Friday and turned into one of the top producers on my team this week. Now I somewhat like my job…at least for the moment.
I'm happy about Barack, but sad my dad wasn't alive to witness it.
I'm feelin exquisite that the weekend is pretty much hear.
This bagel is extremely tasty.
Mi Semana Loca aka my crazy week. I'm glad I am not the only one that feels that way. I'm still in shock over Barack. I've already planned to take off Jan 20th. I have to plan a party it too.
I'm hating these sore losers too. I guess there isn't good sportsmanship in Politics. Oh well.
Here's to change! (Hennesey shot)
Yes We Can!
I'm sorry to kill the mood but my brand new Playstation 3 broke the day I bought it. That made me kinda sad. Maybe I'll get a new one when my Black President gives me my reparations lol
good stuff…
– My birthday was this week. Actually on election day. I think we got the best present evar.
– i can feel the positive energy around…I've never encountered people that are purely joyful yo. It's crazy.
– Everyday this week has been great. Off the charts great.
– I started my blog. Finally. It's rough, but that's why diamonds get polished. Mwahahahhaha
lost my job………
now I am a statistic and part of the problem.
"If Barack did the work to get to the White House … then I can get back to working out."
Ok…wow. All up in my head with that statement. I've been on a bit of a working out hiatus myself, and Barack's win definitely motivated me to get back on track. And I'll continue to use him as inspiration for other things as well. Which was probably his intention. 🙂
Okay other "why they gotta be bad" rants:
– I've made a sport out of trying to spot the people who voted for McCain on the train commute to/from work. It's fun.
– I can't wait to see when they update that ol' list of presidents chart at the end of history/social studies books to include Barack's picture as the 44th. It's gonna stand out in such a beautiful way.
– I love Fridays. Especially because of the free breakfast with loads of carb goodiness. AND it's a pay week, so that's the cherry on top.
– I'm looking forward to getting back to writing.
– Sarah Palin saying that Africa was a country made it even clearER why I breathe a great big sigh of relief she's not the VP.
– Can't wait 'til January 20th and Nov 4th are declared National holidays.
SBM–this week has been surreal. I am so blessed to have experienced it all.
Slim–my dad died on November 4th so that day has always held special meaning for me—but now I also have a good reason to reflect back on that day. I wished my dad would have been here to see this moment too.
Why So Serious – Happy Belated Birthday.
HNIC – Sorry you lost your job.
@HNIC: Damn. Sorry to hear. Its gonna be straight though, although you've doubted it before, your very marketable. all we gotta do is get u on the grind. Lemme know if i can help.
@All: Its been a real shock to me, but I think my estranged sister may have been making some sense with this whole just being determined to be happy and whatnot. i realized every Friday was becoming a bitch session for me, so i just took a look at things, relaized i was bitching for no reason … and then i was happy.
So … Comeback … thank you!
-It felt good to shed tears of joy Tuesday night.
-Imma do my part to support Barack: researching government programs to ignite my dormant character of servitude is high priority on my "to do" list.
-Fam, keep the spirit of unity going. As joyous as I am about the president elect, I feel that true racism will show it's ugly face. My sister shared an incident where her white boss who is normally very friendly and approachable gave her the cold shoulder on Wednesay.
akau: Cheers to a great start!
Ethan: entirely too early for hennessey shots…may I suggest Kaluha & coffee being the beverage of choice before noon 🙂
Why So: Happy belated
Hasani: I'll keep you in prayer. Another door will open.
You people down south are rather sunny. Its a bad year for me and its rather amazing how fast life turns. I felt bullet proof in june, and now I am a poor black male statistic.
everyone says something better will come, and i look around and everyone else is still out of a job. im not sunny and hopeful. I have medical issues and now have no medical insurance. Miss June abansoned ship, Im not dating anymore, just sitting home being boring and brooding over becomming a non catch all of the sudden. the male ego, especially the black male ego and self worth are really… adn I mean REALLY tied to our employment and attractiveness. and nothing makes you not have that swagger anymore like bein a broke ass nigga. its like everywhere I go now women can smell it on me.
@ SBM your readers need to be watchin our President-elect on CNN, i jsut mentioned this on my blog:
Obama re the meeting with Bush on Monday.
“I AM NOT GOING TO ANTICIPATE PROBLEMS.”
that is what i am talking about. right thinking. Of course you need practicality. we are in a serious challenge (with opportunity to learn and grow stronger)…people really need to be watching him as an example how to begin to think and be.
This blog is a whole lot of things.
I am grateful that SBM has gotten it together and is not sitting around whining about life. Don't get me wrong I love you, but you can't keep allowing negativity in or inviting it.
Akua-I am glad you got that date. If the gift is worth and you need it then get it and be glad for it cause my Prez is a black man.
Slim-Good looking out! You too are prof that things do turn around.
Whyso-You get enough attention as it is boy lol *hugs*
Eathan-You a trip!
Hasani-While we have our differences, I will say the following: Keep your head up and remember that sometimes God brings you through trials and tribulations because you need to be humbled.
HNIC ..sorry about ur job situation.
I have been laid off every year since 2004..just know this isn't the end and there is something better. U will get a job in the next 2 months or less 🙂
piggybacking off of that..its amazing that you lost your job and is still focused on women and how they won't want you
man eff that….get yourself together..get a job..dont worry about no bish anyway…eff them..u got bigger fish to fry..if they aren't goin to be part of the solution..then they are part of the problem…tell them to kick rocks..especially if they can't understand that spit happens
On a sidenote, I need to poll the group for date ideas in the DC area.
I've got my staples that have always got me through, but I think I want something new and outside the box. nothing too ivolved or "deep" though … think Tryst … not Mortons.
@HNIC – Sorry to hear bout your job loss, I too got the boot not too long ago. Some days I'm optimistic about being an entrepreneur and some days I want to run back to the blanket of Corporate America.
THIS week however, has been inspirational, empowering, and exciting!!! This could be not only a change for America, but a change in your career path and lifestyle for the better. Stay hopeful and prayerful!
@SBM positively good post. I am very thankful for a week+ of inspirational joy.
@ComebackGirl true talk. right thinking transformed into practical action – thinking into being – positive energy into ideas into actions
@Neonnea what are your interests? (fanning the flame under your character of service)
@HNIC topseekret what about working for yourself?
there is nothing like feeling good!! thx for spreading the positivity
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