Imagine. Manifest.

I am a Queen. Somehow, I had forgotten. I was reminded this week by one of GODs Angels and I promise to never forget again.

Much of what I've been imagining about is within my reach. I will do what's necessary to achieve what my heart desires.

Going To The Beach!

"Wade in the Water"

I LOVE the beach. Looking out over the ocean reminds me of GODs amazing presence. HIS water is so powerful. Men can dig holes and fill them with water creating manmade lakes, but they cannot in any way alter the sea.

At the age of 7-years old I was the youngest person on swim-team. I can hardly believe that clear water exists in the ocean anywhere. I'd like to swim there. It has always felt safer swimming inside a swimming pool. I believe that we're supposed to explore/travel through the ocean to discover newness and to plant holy seeds.

My personal field-trip today is long overdue. Nothing will prevent me from getting there today. I may even rent a bike and ride on the bicycle path to get some physical fitness in.

Spring Break officially begins tomorrow for my daughters. So I'd better enjoy this day to myself. "I can" feel hard work soon approaching; stemming from my own determination and persistence.

GOD ALMIGHTY!!! 

A Shift. Must Occur.

I've begun "something" that I've been considering doing for a while now. Yes, I destroyed some CDs from my extensive music collection. I have more to get rid of, but I'm proud of my start.

Over the weekend, I went to my friend's mix-tape release party in downtown Los Angeles. Dawn Gun and I have been homegirls since 1992. Time has run its course and we have our own lives, but what remains is a shared love for our friendship regardless how much time passes in between our meetings.

I thoroughly enjoyed being in the midst of The Sistem Crew this past Sunday evening. Dawn Gun is a collaborative member in the all female emcee's group. I'm so proud of her for staying on track with her dreams of becoming an emcee.

The difference between she and I is, that I lost focus with my personal pursuit of accomplishing some of my dreams. I stopped singing all together. I still have a voice, but my desire to use it as before has changed. I'll allow it to accessorize everything else that I'm about to embark upon.

I am ready to be part of a needed change. I realize now, that if I continue to play music with messages belittling women's worth, I'll never have the confidence to define all the woman I am. I'll also need to be a better example for my two daughters. No longer will I purchase, listen to, or promote music that doesn't positively inspire me. It makes no sense to continue doing so.

Besides, there are so many talented artists delivering positive messages through their music. I am not the only one who realizes that the negative instructions being given in some of these songs are being followed by many of our youth. We can't blame the radio stations for playing the music they play, however, we can collectively, be more aggressive with creating positive music to inundate them with.

Please read (entirely) the letter that Sinéad O'conner wrote on March 22, 2012. I thank her for her bold statements and taking time to help encourage our youth. If she can stand up against what's blatantly wrong, what's stopping the rest of us from making righteous contributions to society?

THIS Is: MY Day!!!

Period. Say nothing. Simply write.

My LORD!!! YES.

IT hit me today. I had an epiphany. Very soon I'll be gradually pulling away from my old ways. There IS a freedom waiting on me. I do want to be renewed completely.

I have no reason to be nervous. My FAITH in YOU is the strongest shield I'll ever have and the best protection from all "things" unknown. YOU have a plan for me and I now see my outline. THANK YOU HEAVENLY FATHER ALMIGHTY GOD!!!

I am tired of half-stepping with my actions. All the wrong "things" that I've accepted quietly can be no longer. I will regain full interest in the simple "things" that used to make me feel well and vibrant. I understand, that I got caught inside the clutter of society, but I'm AWAKE now!!!

LORD, I FEEL YOUR PRESENCE within, near and around me. I LOVE my comfort in YOU JESUS!!! I am honored how YOU'RE positioning me.

YOU'RE telling me I'm ready. I know what "to do" and how YOU want me to do "it." The yearning is so over. Squaring up!!!

I've been waiting on "this" day. To realize... THANK YOU LORD!!!

Real News. What Now?

All week I've been in research mode. Much of the information I read tested my emotional state. The theme of disappointment and disgrace that's occurring in recent news is underlined by racism.

I saw a documentary titled "Sing Your Song" based on Harry Belafonte's hollywood career and personal life. Seeing how he was treated by the  media for his participation in the "Civil Rights Movement" and how some of his fans felt about his biracial wedding helped me to realize "something."

Those thriving within the entertainment industry with the power and wealth to revitalize "The Movement" either don't carry the same passion that Belafonte (and others) had or they're unwilling to take certain risks, that may affect their lifestyles. Celebrities do have the power to help the public take a stand and sometimes "this" power is needed to reach the masses. They have extensive access to channels of communication, which can broaden the awareness of an issue or a message to "the people."

A recent news story has gained national attention as it should've. Unfortunately, it's another senseless killing of a Black teen, Trayvon Martin. The handling of his case is a troublesome reminder... 

(click on Trayvon Martin for story details)

It's been almost 44-years since Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated. The Movement is still a "work in progress" with much needed attention and repair. The Civil Rights leaders who made the biggest impact in this country, helping us to achieve many of the equal rights, which we're all entitled to; have either died or are aging beyond their physical capabilities to stand strong within the righteous fight for equality.


What are we going to do? Me and You. Who's going to stand-up and lead? We better. Where are the fearless fighters who'll follow to ensure civil rights and justice for all mankind? Stop hiding. How will we help our children become leaders of the next generation and new world? Plan now.

I'm Feeding. My Intellect.

For a while now I've been thinking, that I should read more. Of all the books on my bookcase, I can't even say that I've read half of the collection in its entirety. I LOVE reading magazines, but I'm out of the loop there as well.

I seem to have been led "to do" my recent reading online. I've been carrying around two books inside my outing bag for over a month and have not taken one out to read yet. One is titled "The Portable MBA" by Dallas Murphy and the other, "Man With No Name" by Wally Amos with Camilla Denton.

Both books contain insightful and informative content. I'm strongly considering returning to school to pursue a master's degree, but maybe I'll get just what I need from reading how on my own in the meanwhile. I like "Famous Amos Cookies" so when I saw the cover of his book which read: "Turn Lemons Into Lemonade," it peaked my interest. I wanted to know what his story was and how it relates to "Famous Amos Cookies". I still do. 

Over the past 2-weeks I've sat down at the computer "to do" other "things" aside from blogging. I am reading, just online, which is a little surprising for me. I'd rather read from pages of a book. A real hard copy with paper printed pages, that I can fold. I can hardly believe the amount of hours I've invested into viewing information on a computer screen.

With all that I know, there is still so much for me to learn. What I'm really enjoying most with my online reading is having the ability to research online content so quickly. I suppose, as long as I am reading informative and relative content, that "it's all good."