Friday, December 17, 2010

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Weird Dreams: Civil Liberties and Greek Food?

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I dream pretty much every night - always have. Last night's dream was pretty bizarre. I had to give a speech on civil liberties to a group of teenagers. Of all people, I couldn't for the life of me figure out why I would be the one to give a lecture on civil liberties. Further, I only found out the day of about the speech, so I was in panic mode trying to throw something together and alternately...

Monday, December 6, 2010

Quick and Dirty Digital Collage (Today's Creative Exercise)

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What happens to a dream deferred?Does it dry up like a raisin in the sun? Or fester like a sore-- And then run? Does it stink like rotten meat? Or crust and sugar over-- like a syrupy sweet? Maybe it just sags like a heavy load. Or does it explo...

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Sunday, December 5, 2010

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Inspiration: At Any Age

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Often we think that if we haven't accomplished certain goals by a certain age or point in life, it's never going to happen (Sometimes, others make that assumption on your behalf).  Some people even give up altogether.  The thought has definitely crossed my mind more often than I care to admit.  These videos are reminders that there are no limits. ...

Thursday, November 4, 2010

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Black Beauty

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The way these women and girls feel about their natural hair is just plain sad.  (I'm also saddened by use of the "n word").  They all described their natural hair as:  horrible, less feminine, less sexy, not nice, disgusting and the worst one: "Later I will try to marry a white guy....

Monday, October 4, 2010

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Friday, September 24, 2010

Say Word

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A colleague had this edict attached to her outgoing messages and it really spoke to me today.  When I worry about loved ones, I am very guilty of neglecting my own health and I've been warned about this repeatedly.  Guess this was the reminder I needed today as I sat considering skipping a meal to sit somewhere and fret. "I Promise to Take Care of Me.For myself and the people that love...

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

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Wednesday, September 15, 2010

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I'm not a clean eater yet, but I try to eat organic as often as possible and I'm working on increasing raw foods. I have phased out a lot of "fake" foods (processed, man-made junk) lately, but it's still a struggle. Although I think longevity is, to an extent, beyond our control, I do believe the raw diet Mr. LaPallo subscribes to helps A LOT. Think about it. The person who taught him to eat this...

Friday, September 10, 2010

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Monday, August 16, 2010

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I had a chance to visit one of my favorite markets today - The Takoma Park Co-op.  I love supporting independent grocers who sell organic food - especially when their foods are produced by local vendors and farmers.  If you live in the DC Metro area, I highly recommend paying them a visit. The...

Saturday, August 14, 2010

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Monday, July 19, 2010

I Write Like...

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I write like Anne RiceI Write Like by Mémoires, Mac journal software. Analyze your writing! AND I write like Cory DoctorowI Write Like by Mémoires, Mac journal software. Analyze your writing! Interesting. I analyzed a couple of paragraphs from two different stories. Try i...

Thursday, July 15, 2010

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Today I felt like listening to some classics, esp Minnie Riperton, and I stumbled upon this interview with her from 1979 - shortly before her passing.  Janet Jackson could so play Minnie.  As one commenter on YouTube mentioned, their demeanor (and looks, if you ask me) are very similar.   Anyway, this interview is funny - especially the story about the lion.  I was only about...

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

Pimp Your Desk

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I have this theory that, if you aren't already doing something for a living that excites you, you should make your workplace as interesting as possible (within reason) - especially if it's a humdrum deal. Case en point, even my Kleenex boxes must be a work of art.  I refuse to buy the boring fugly...

Thursday, July 1, 2010

Wednesday, June 16, 2010

Distractions

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Nothing like a random web quiz to boost your self-esteem! Your result for The Commonly Confused Words Test...English GeniusYou scored 100% Beginner, 100% Intermediate, 100% Advanced,  and 87% Expert!You did so extremely well, even I can't find a word to describe your excellence! You have the uncommon intelligence necessary to understand things that most people don't. You have an extensive vocabulary,...

Friday, June 11, 2010

Thursday, June 10, 2010

Currently Reading

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Though it is a humorous book, Death by PowerPoint actually offers some pretty sound advice. Some of my faves: "Even in the face of emotional tirades, panic attacks, and utter rage, a wise and serene employee will retain his or her own sense of calm, recognizing that another person's meltdown is merely...

Friday, June 4, 2010

Thursday, June 3, 2010

A Crying Shame

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P.J. Hahn, director of Coastal Zone Management for Plaquemines Parish is my hero. In response to the blatant lie by BP's CEO that the impact of the oil spill would be "minimal," Mr. Hahn said,"You tell that son-of-a-bitch to get on a plane and come down here and take a look at what we've got in our...

Tuesday, June 1, 2010

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Wednesday, May 19, 2010

I've Got a Feeling

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On a serious note:  This morning, I was mulling over some troubles and an old Gospel Song, "I've Got a Feeling [Everything's Gonna be Alright]", popped into my head.  I felt comforted for a few minutes by what I hope was a sign from God. On a lighter note: I remembered this hilarious Martin episode starring David Alan Grier (he's so underrated) as the crooked Rev. Leon Lonnie Love, performing...

Monday, May 17, 2010

Monday, May 10, 2010

Nothin' on You

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On an artistic level, I love the message of this song and the paper cut-out look of the video (collage love!). On another note, while I appreciate the effort at diversity, I noticed some things. *sigh*  He tried. Here is a vid that does an excellent job of representing diverse Black beauty (thanks Bluffer's Guide!) and that's all I have to say about th...

Thursday, May 6, 2010

Sunday, May 2, 2010

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"I may never see tomorrow, but this moment is my ownIt's mine to use or cast aside; the choice is mine aloneI have just this precious moment in the sunlight of todayWhere the dawning of tomorrow meets the dusk of yesterday."-- Author Unkn...

Tuesday, April 27, 2010

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Thursday, April 8, 2010

Medicine for Melancholy

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Yet another reason I need Netflix: I'm back on my indie film kick and Medicine for Melancholy looks like just what the doctor ordered. Apparently this film made the festival rounds last year, but this is the first I've heard of it (via Flummoxed Bird). Can't wait to check it out. (click image to view...

Thursday, April 1, 2010

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Nudity is NSFW

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So Erykah Badu decided to strip down and stroll butterball naked in public for her latest video.  Now people are up in arms (despite the fact that she wouldn't be the first to do so).My thoughts?:  Well, that's one way to make a shocking yet affordable video. big deal*shrug* There are more...

Thursday, March 25, 2010

Ode to: Oyin Handmade Products

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As you can see from some of the photos I've posted here at M&C, I wear my hair natural and generally try to use as few synthetic chemicals on my hair and skin as possible. To that end, I've tried quite a few "natural" hair and skin care products in the 13 years since I stopped wearing a relaxer,...

Friday, March 19, 2010

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Friday, February 26, 2010

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Since I first heard this tune as models sashayed down the catwalk in Korto Momolu's collection (Season 5 of Project Runway), I couldn't get it out of my head - nor could I find it. Sure I came across cryptic leads here and there, but the actual song was nowhere to be found. On one message board, there was mention of a joshua and a song called "binti". Being the stubborn person that I am, I continued...

Thursday, February 25, 2010

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Random Rant

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*sigh* I usually don't share my complaints here at M&C (every once in a while) - especially about insignificant things. I usually reserve my rants (there are many) for another blog, share with friends, or keep them bottled up inside, but there's a itty bitty pet peeve I must get off my chest this morning:  radio personalities who know nothing (historically speaking) about the music and/or...

Saturday, February 20, 2010

Thursday, February 18, 2010

Respect

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I stumbled upon this site a while ago and immediately heard my father, in the back of my mind, going on about how men and boys dressed well in his day. In his words, they were "clean" - not like young men today with their pants sagging, wearing sneakers/tennis shoes all the time, etc.  He loooved to harp on this especially when I was a teenager (I don't know why because the sagging pants were...

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