Spirit Food. Mr. CJ.

My playbrother is like a real brother, but seeing how I only had one biological brother whom was killed in 2003; I never want anyone to mistake either and I'll always keep my brother's memory alive by making mention of him.

There's an inside joke amongst those in my circle. They say, CJ and I are going to end up together. Laughing out loud and within. We know one another quite well, which is why I think it's pretty hilarious, that since we've been friends for so long other's think we should just "hook up" and become a couple. Neither of us would even consider jeopordizing our friendship on any attempt at becoming a couple.

CJ and I are exactly what the LORD wants us to be; friends. We share an honest friendship and a divine kinship. I learn a whole lot from him regarding the male perspective and he learns much about women through my personal insights. He has two younger sisters he grew up with so I take on the big sister role with him, although we're the exact same age; probably hours and minutes apart. We also share the same exact birthdate.

Aside from CJ being one of my most reliable friends, there are some milestones in my life where his presence will forever remain irreplaceable. He has a lifetime freedom pass into my life and he's definitely a VIP. I can't name every time or each occurrence where he's been dependable for not just me, but for my family as well because he's been here for me and my girls through almost everything.

He visited me in the hospital both times I gave birth. My daughters truly value him as their uncle. Every event we've invited him to, he attends. He's even surprised us with tickets to various outtings and performances. I can always count on him for a small loan when neeeded and he doesn't sweat me about the payback. He is listed as an emergency contact at both of my daughters' schools. By every account, he is my bestfriend, but I'm also very fortunate to count on him as my playbrother. He's the little brother I never had growing up and I love him just as he is!

Sidenote: He's a good man. One day he'll make a great husband and father to his own family. He loves the LORD with all of his heart and his daily actions are based upon "this" truth. Only GOD can fill him with the patience and understanding necessary to be categorized as a VIP in my life. I'm thankful, "that" he allows his cup to be filled with the Holy Spirit and for his willingness to deliver whatever/however accordingly.

I'm so blessed having him as a spiritual brother and to count on him as my friend. CJ is star in my world. I will cherish our friendship forever. 

#FACT

New Month. New Theme.

So, I've been considering what I'd blog about since the end of My Black History series ended yesterday. I'm liking how my blog flows with a theme. For this month's theme I want to highlight the rockstars (not literally) in my life.

I ran out of time with my hopes of doing "something" special and spectacular for some who were dear to my heart. I mentioned their names in one of my blog posts from last month. As the clock ticks, I'm realizing time won't wait for me to do anything. I just need to do what I can with what I'm capable of right here and right now.

Below, I'm going to list my very important people who deserve recognition from me. I'm simply listing their names today (in no particular order) to help me in the coming days as I share the joy, that they each bring into my life.

MamaVonn - Inherited mother from old apartment building
Sharon - My GODmother
LJ - My favorite cousin/BFF (I'll need her permission to blog about her so I don't get told off...lol)
Kaysh - My GODsister
Puma - My GODsister

CJ Foster - My Play-brother/BFF
Lizzy-Whizzy - GODmother to my children/BFF
Azzy - BestFriendster (More like a sister than friend)
Maysha - Childhood BFF
DawnGunn - High School Homegirl4Life
Banana - My big girl
Apple - My baby girl

Although, my list seems small in size, my folks are huge in heart and "that" is what counts the most!

If I'm a tree, then my loved ones are the branches. All else are just leaves, that come and go. 

My Black History: Day 19.

Quotes I've heard in the sanctuary... Elsewhere too.

"If HE brought you to it, HE will bring you through it!"

"Ain't nobody like the GOD I serve."

"Can't nobody do me like JESUS!!!"

"Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct thy paths."

-Proverbs: 3:5-6

Text taken from the Bible.

I don't know where my mother cut out this scripture from, but it sits in the same place where she left it in her bedroom, which I utilize now. Growing up attending church, we memorized many scriptures. I only remember a few now and "this" one is my motto. I'm forever grateful, that my mama taught me the best lesson ever, which is to praise the LORD and to acknowledge Him in all my ways. I really don't know where I'd be without my faith in the LORD JESUS CHRIST!!! 

My Black History: Day 4

Instead of filling this post with a whole bunch of words today, I want to take a moment to pause and honor a great Black musician who founded one of the greatest bands in history. Not just ours, but everyone's favorite band, Earth, Wind & Fire. Unmatched to this very day. Let their music play on forever!

 Another legend left earth to play and sing with our one and only Heavenly King of Kings. 

GOD BLESS!!!

Rest in Heaven Peacefully.

Maurice White

December 19, 1941 ~ February 3, 2016

What he did, where he went and how he did "it" will forever be remembered as a staple of significant  greatness in Black History. Past, present and future. A fact. 

 GOD Bless his family, friends, colleagues and fans.

Thankful to Earth, Wind & Fire for giving us so many timeless classics that will never be forgotten and can't be duplicated. 

Without? Not So.

I almost forgot to blog today. Can you believe that? :)

This has become so important to me. Blogging that is. I can feel the release taking place within me. I've been lighter on my feet and filled with so many more pleasant thoughts. Yes! Yes! This is exactly what I've been missing...

I think more about what I will, what I want, and how I'll pursue my dreams these days. Not so long ago, I forced myself to remove the pessimistic outlook that I was carrying about my future. Particularly, concerning relationships. It had gotten quite difficult for me to imagine sharing an intimate relationship that could lead to a life-long union with the right person. This department is still being renovated...

Because I'm not blogging from my personal computer today, I almost allowed myself to put it off until later. I don't have access to my picture library where I've been uploading the images from that accompany my blog. As I thought about it, (briefly) I realized that there's no need to opt-out of writing the blog due to a missing image for today (smiling). How dare I even consider breaking from my new (most pleasing) agenda because of?

So there will be no image attached to this blog today.

What means more to me is that I just get it done and I mean this enthusiastically! The personal development taking place as I write is something that I'm simply becoming more passionate about. I am improving in the area of consistency and I like it!

I have everything that I need right here and now to achieve what's important to me...