I know everyone's been anxiously awaiting the return of college. Alas, we have 32 days my friends. However things are changing, in my opinion, for the better.
1. First thing, I'll be working more heavily with my internship at Cool Girls, Inc.
2. On top of that, I now have to pay for my books and phone bill which requires a J.O.B
3. I've joined Conscious Collective on campus (A black arts organization that showcases all forms of talent within the GSU black community.)
4. I'm in a show! "Exspose: The Underground Truth" I perform Aug 28th at 595 North in downtown atlanta. Tickets are $10!
5. I plan on doing some study abroad work probably in Spain. Teaching spanish children the english language.
6. I'm also helping charter a new chapter of the Optimist group on campus. This group is a community service based organization that focuses on providing positive structures in the lives of youth.
Needless to say, I'm going to be VERY busy. All of this must be maintained as well as nothing below a 3.5 gpa. I'm claiming it now! I'm on my way to do bigger and better things. What are YOUR pans for Fall 2010?
For those of you who have summer birthdays such as myself, or just like to go out and dress up and look pretty, I have a template!!!
Cute dress from Forever 21 with these
Christian Loubiton heel boots. Of course you can add bulky and chunky jewelry for the accessories. Bracelets and large earrings work well also.
This dress also comes from Forever 21 and the heel is actually Gucci. A long chain type of necklace and dangling earrings seem best for the outfit. A bold ring on the hand also compliments the attire.
This dress comes from Charlotte Reusse and the heel is again Christian Loubiton. I like the decoration of the heel mself. Jewelry that compliments are large stone bracelets that resemble that of the heel decoration. A nice hooped necklace would also fit well.
When your political system becomes the enemy, as politicians feel your lives are beneath them
And confrontation results in the casualty of your freedom...is War ever worth it?
If the health of the children, sanity of the parents, morality of the masses became less apparent...
is War ever worth it?
Utilize the knowledge they hide in darkness
Seek with your eyes the pride of involvement
But...run the risk of solitude; everpresent silence.
Your voice but a whisper among bloody sirens.
Ask yourself....is War EVER worth it?
Destitue nations beg at our heels our own people are poor yet we can afford oil spills.
Children are molested and mothers are gashed as each day progresses but must I ASK if this is real?
War isnotworth it.
Because you can look in the eyes of a dying body and see nothing but the cost of the death you're qualified to run my country. Economic policy to deploy and committ robbery of cultural identities and destroy other's property all in the name of "democracy".
I won't participate in this race to hate and eliminate oddities that don't equate or won't assimilate to our state yet choose to debate rather than demonstrate that fate but its too late to negate overrated mandates.
That's what we're built off of. The poison of greed and stench of pride while starving countries are denied by our kind...
Disgusted as I am with our political system subconsciously I guiltily plea to my role.
I too have sinned and by no means can cast the first stone.
However, you must remember WHO sits at the throne and GAVE us this home.
Because....when alls said and done we'll be buried so far under our riches
as we watch those same hungry people able to ascend across bridges and meet...His Holy presence.
And OH HOW ironic it will be....that when we reach His face he asks
"Was war ever worth it....that it kept you from Me?"
As I mingle myself in the lustrous breeze Entangle my values with things I don't need Reach...for the fruit amidst these things I fall under and drown in the motions Until the last breathe evaporates leaving me potent No longer falling from grace we have fallen Time is upon us to answer our calling
Deep inside I feel wronged an injustice done me But silent I remain keeping my heart in chains letting insecurity run free Trust is unknown my perspectives been tainted I can only see whats not there and only if I've made it. So this is the price of forbidden fruit eaten I choose to put it down and unwalk the path beaten
If not respected my efforts go squandered Until with each experience I grow stronger This is my wish that I can attain that dream But until then I sit, ponder, and scheme. Forbidden fruit grows on temptous trees.
So the other day I made some DELICIOUS chicken stew. It was amazing I had to share it with everyone. For those who can't cook this is perfect and easy.
Ingredients:
10 chicken drumsticks.
4 stalks of celery
8 organic carrots
1 green onion
1 Vidalia Onion
1 bag of red potatoes
2 bell peppers [1 red and 1 green for color]
1 small bag of brown rice
2 boxes of chicken broth
Spices:
Rosemary
Chili Powder
Curry
Oregano
Basil
Season Salt
Pepper
Italian Seasoning
Salt
Garlic Powder
Onion Powder
Tools:
1 Large pot
1 skillet
1 knife
1 wooden spoon
1 pair of tongs
1 Large Bowl
Make sure you prep everything before you start cooking meaning: have your vegetables chopped and sliced before doing anything. The onions, carrots, bell peppers, and celery can all be roughly chopped. Not too chunky but not too thin.
Heat up the skillet as well as the pot. A small half-inch slice of butter in each. Remember keep the heat low!
Season the chicken drumsticks in the bowl with all the spices. Make sure to use your hands and toss the chicken [like you would a salad] to ensure the seasoning covers as much as possible. Use small handfuls of each seasoning. DON'T OVER DO IT!
Place the drumsticks in the skill [you wont be able to fit all of them in at once]. Turn the heat up a little bit
As the chicken cooks, throw the vegetables in the big pot. Let them soften before adding the chicken broth. To the broth add a few shakes of season salt, pepper, and curry.
As the chicken browns put it inside the pot. Once all the drumsticks are done let them simmer in the pot.
Add the rice last inside the pot. Now leave the pot alone, clean up your mess, and let everything come together.
Check the pot approximately 1 hour to 1 hour and 45 minutes later.
What traits should a woman have? How can you better yourself? What makes you a leader?
These are the questions that our girls face and answer when class is in session with Cool Girls. Cool Girls is an organization dedicated to the empowerment of young women. We seek to educate and equip our students with the proper tools to better their future. In the classes that I hold, I personally make it my goal to prepare my students for college. Whether it be providing them with college tours, information, or guiding them towards what career path interests them, my girls know that an education is critical. Cool Girls stresses the importance of inner beauty and leadership within one's community. Our events range from trips to the zoo, fashion shows, bowling, seminars, etc. We mentor students between 3rd-12th grade. There is nothing a volunteer wont do to make sure our Cool Girls are properly fostered.
Shoutout to COAN MIDDLE SCHOOL!!! These are my girls learning to step.
I couldn't see myself doing anything other than helping children prepare for the future. Partially my reasoning for changing my major to Education, Cool Girls has truly been a great experience. Now not everything is fine and dandy. You will have your occassional "bad girl" who wants to challenge authority. Maintain patience and try to find common ground. Either way it is an awesome experience. If you would like to join our wonderful organization please visit: http://www.thecoolgirls.org/
Strong beyond any one's comprehension She carries the excess of retention The burden of ancestral tides and rich culture Deeply embedded in the african folklore Memories as vivid as the bright rainbow Crafted beautifuly by God Himself
She is Bad...
Unaffected by trivial means She pursues with great hunger, a young girl's dream Living life for more than just what it seems With depth and purpose she praises His name Educated and motivated nothing can obscure A black woman's drive chasing after whats pure
She is Bad...
Holding her own against the masses Ringing the world with her own laughter Leaping across countries in a single stride As if nothing, she gazes the ocean wide Amber tinted eyes with a smile so subtle Achieving great feats she continues the hustle
She is Bad...
Nothing short of proud she walks this earth Queen of all she sees and the knowledge learned Master of perfect imperfections she is Many seek her affections where the heart lives Hopeful as to whom she''s becoming It's quite clear this girls a Black Woman.
in the lustrous breeze
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