HAPPY NEW YEAR
make this a year of change
good times with friends & family
achievement of goals
& doing you
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
...'08 reflections
As 2008 gives way to 2009, I can't help but think how things began on a good note and now, will end on a good one too. Some of my best times were had over in Bellamy Grand and even Bivens Cove with the Cuzzos. From them I learned how to just live for the day and be free. Other fun times were spent in Tallyho. I made GMG rich. And then there was that one bus ride back on Greyhound with the newly released convicts. Road trips. Day excursions. Nights at Rendezvous with the old high school gang. There were other clubs. Fun times @ Venue. Even Skate Station (right Yaya? LOL).
I gained a new perspective on friendships & love. I loved hard and fell into a funk like Kanye. Only I didn't propose. The nature of all my friendships changed because we the friends, changed. Some friends I keep in contact with more than others. We're all busy these days (but that's a great thing). I've loss a few and added a few. But greater than that are the lessons learned from it all. I've learned to enjoy people for the time that we do have them in our lives and that nothing lasts forever. I was able to be there for a good friend in her time of need, and I'm thankful for that.
2008 Has shown me that struggle knows no age or socioeconomic status. Despite the smiles, shoes & words of encouragement ----- I was dealing with a lot. Faced with new challenges and obstacles. I learned that a man accepts responsibility for his actions and plays to win, even when dealt a losing hand.
I strengthened my relationship with God. Not that I questioned my faith, but I questioned many things about life in general. I didn't understand why bad things happen to good people, or innocent people for that matter. Why all the massive floods in the Midwest? Why the continuous devastation in Haiti? Why the increase in the education gap of our children? Instead of questioning things beyond my understanding, I was called to action (ex. volunteering at JJ Finley and the Kids Rescue Mission).
It's foolish to not set goals because each day we should all be striving towards something. However, this year I won't lists all the things that I “won't do”, because in '08 I made many of the same mistakes from '07.
Instead I'll focus on a greater awareness of self and living for the rest of my life.
I gained a new perspective on friendships & love. I loved hard and fell into a funk like Kanye. Only I didn't propose. The nature of all my friendships changed because we the friends, changed. Some friends I keep in contact with more than others. We're all busy these days (but that's a great thing). I've loss a few and added a few. But greater than that are the lessons learned from it all. I've learned to enjoy people for the time that we do have them in our lives and that nothing lasts forever. I was able to be there for a good friend in her time of need, and I'm thankful for that.
2008 Has shown me that struggle knows no age or socioeconomic status. Despite the smiles, shoes & words of encouragement ----- I was dealing with a lot. Faced with new challenges and obstacles. I learned that a man accepts responsibility for his actions and plays to win, even when dealt a losing hand.
I strengthened my relationship with God. Not that I questioned my faith, but I questioned many things about life in general. I didn't understand why bad things happen to good people, or innocent people for that matter. Why all the massive floods in the Midwest? Why the continuous devastation in Haiti? Why the increase in the education gap of our children? Instead of questioning things beyond my understanding, I was called to action (ex. volunteering at JJ Finley and the Kids Rescue Mission).
It's foolish to not set goals because each day we should all be striving towards something. However, this year I won't lists all the things that I “won't do”, because in '08 I made many of the same mistakes from '07.
Instead I'll focus on a greater awareness of self and living for the rest of my life.
Monday, December 29, 2008
In A Few Seconds
...walk with me for a second.
It goes...
In my arms I still feel your skin
a heart of gold, that I'll never win
I can't say when I'll be gone and If I'll ever be back
I'll never hold you the same, but my heart is where I'll always keep you at...
...breathe for a second...
It goes...
The way I love you, I promise no comparison
He can't do you like me, a second I'd be cherishing
drop him dead, picture perfect, a clear view
even in a fog, my love is still clearly you...
Take a pace with me
It goes...
When I said it, I meant it, you know there's two sides to a heart
two curves and a point you could pick your part
and I pick you, now ponder bout us
you dont need to ever think who's better
close your eyes we gone be together
for the next couple of forevers...
smile for a second...
It goes...
The curve of your lips is an instant pump in my chest
the problems that we share aren't really the best
but since we're in them together, we can both walk 1000 miles
as long as our love develops and I get to see you smile
**So no I don't write poetry, lol. But my homeboy does and he's pretty good. So I'll be posting his stuff periodically.
It goes...
In my arms I still feel your skin
a heart of gold, that I'll never win
I can't say when I'll be gone and If I'll ever be back
I'll never hold you the same, but my heart is where I'll always keep you at...
...breathe for a second...
It goes...
The way I love you, I promise no comparison
He can't do you like me, a second I'd be cherishing
drop him dead, picture perfect, a clear view
even in a fog, my love is still clearly you...
Take a pace with me
It goes...
When I said it, I meant it, you know there's two sides to a heart
two curves and a point you could pick your part
and I pick you, now ponder bout us
you dont need to ever think who's better
close your eyes we gone be together
for the next couple of forevers...
smile for a second...
It goes...
The curve of your lips is an instant pump in my chest
the problems that we share aren't really the best
but since we're in them together, we can both walk 1000 miles
as long as our love develops and I get to see you smile
**So no I don't write poetry, lol. But my homeboy does and he's pretty good. So I'll be posting his stuff periodically.
THEE Addiction
This past Spring I nearly cleared my Savings Account. Spent more than the costs of rent on my apartment for the month. On what? The Jordan Levi 501 package. Before you judge me and say that I waste money... try to understand me. It's an addiction. A fulfillment in it's own right. There's something about copping a pair of Jordans that compares to --- well, nothing (especially if they are limited). It's an insatiable appetite that drives myself and other shoe junkies into a frenzy around shoe release dates.
- It usually begins with a little research on the Internet (23isback.com or air-jordans.com) to find out about the shoe (colorways, prices, and release dates).
- Then a little budgeting/ borrowing to come up with the cash.
- From there it's calling around to see which stores are carrying the shoe. It's not a good feeling to waste time driving around, only to find out a store didn't even get the shoe.
- Next, depending on if the shoe is limited or not, you might have to wait in line for a few hours before the store opens. Is he serious? YES, I AM SERIOUS! I've waited 3 hours before outside of Niketown.
And I know people that have camped out overnight at Shoe Gallery. But that's on another level. And no I'm not crazy. And certainly not alone. There are thousands more out there that will do just about anything for a pair of Jordans.
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