Life, Love, Dancing...forgive this interruption

We interrupt this regularly scheduled program to bring U a special "announcement". Life, Love & Dancing will return to its regularly scheduled time next week...

I have been blessed by a surprise family visit! In these uncertain times, it is more important than ever to cherish the times with our loved ones! HUGZ!

*For those who have yet to be pulled into the flow - feel free to enjoy this time to catch up:
Here is the link to part 1 of Life, Love and Dancing.
Here is the link to part 2 of Life, Love and Dancing.
Here is the link to part 3 of Life, Love and Dancing.
Here is the link to part 4 of Life, Love and Dancing.
Here is the link to part 5 of Life, Love and Dancing.
Here is the link to part 6 of Life, Love and Dancing.

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I love Petey Greene!

I'm delighted that the "media" is drawing attention to this man with the movie Talk to Me. I know many who did NOT grow up in The District during his time will not understand our (native Washingtonian) affinity...but U don't need to understand. Just KNOW that WE Love Petey Greene! I'm going to see the movie at some point - but hope Hollyweird doesn't screw his image up completely. I hope they portray that he was a driving force in our city. I'm delighted that Petey's female side-kick is being portrayed by a native of the area (Taraji P. Henson), though she may be too young to have much memory of or appreciation for Petey.

*Warning: All negative comments about him WILL be deleted & you all know I don't usually care - but I will NOT tolerate ya bad mouthin' my Man, Petey! Get beyond his "colloquialisms" and actually listen to the wisdom this man kicks! Most have only viewed his watermelon eating clip & even THAT is filled with pearls of wisdom. Sadly, according to Don Cheadle's interview, few of his shows were archived. Too bad we as children did not know we should have been video taping this sage street philosopher. Though I'm not a huge fan of TV, I am thankful that I have memories of sitting around with my family enjoying Petey Greene's show! Ha! It WAS Petey Greene's Washington! So, "sit back, relax, put ya foots up on the hassock" and enjoy a mere taste of history;-)

Barack Obama update, pt 2

I wasn't at this one, but stay tuned...there WILL be dinners at the Big House when he's Prez;-)...
The Ben Affleck interview gives me a new respect for the man despite his Jug-Head resemblance. Listening to him speak so articulately reminded me of the political aspirations I recall hearing that he has...

It would be an interesting "experiment" to see what kind of impact voters of Color have if EVERY person of Color voted for Obama. I realize many think that the US isn't ready to end it's reign of white male supremacy...still, it would be interesting....
Love Barack Obama as I DO, I'm preparing myself to survive regardless of who's in da Big House 'cause that's what MY People have ALWAYS done. For Living we were BORN...

Hugz 4 me!

This post was weirdly inspired by Sistah JMW's post on compulsions. I've learned that I am the polar opposite of my girl, JMW:-). JMW's home is probably spot-less, neat and orderly. I, on the other hand have learned to celebrate when I complete ANY thing that is on my To-Do list, especially if it involves chores or any other undesirable task.

I used to think that I should strive to be more like those "go getters" around me who 'got things done'! They keep lists, they check them twice and they are productive members of our society. I applaud those people. I used to want to BE one of those people. Every time I promised myself that "by golly" I also had what it takes to BE one of those productive members of society - I would write extensive lists and journal entries promising to get on "the good foot" and pull myself "up by my own boot straps". Half way through my 'go getter' week I was worn OUT! I just couldn't keep UP with me!

Then I went to a reading where my s-hero, Nikki Giovanni was speaking. When the words came out of her mouth that she wants to get applause every time she cleans a corner, I breathed a huge sigh of relief. She is truly a kindred spirit. Nikki Giovanni said that she calls up her family members for them to come and celebrate if she sweeps or mops a mere corner of her kitchen! That's MY kind of Girl!

So, I'm sending out Big Hugz to MEEEEEE for:
*Sorting through most of my papers (down from 6 bags to approximately 1 bag) that I started earlier this month.
*Keeping my home neat & clean since my mom came to help me get it together five weeks ago (including the nitty gritty stuff that I strongly dislike dealing with like kitchen & bathroom corners).

I've come to the conclusion that I am NOT Lazy ... I am an ARTIST who needs mulling and piddling time to allow my ideas to marinate and come into being. I need time to read and process what I've read. I need time to day dream and ponder so that I can get my ideas out in the fashion that they want to come forth.

And Hugz to all U artists who read & support my blog - even if it means putting off some "meaningful" task;-)!

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