Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Trayvon Martin Poem
Another innocent smile turned into a
father’s heartache
As he awaits the confirmation of the identity
of the corpse
His thoughts morph into moans of despair
Once he notices the pair of shoes his son
would often wear
There on the ground surrounded by blood,
dirt, and a pack of skittles
Questions of the circumstances that lead to
this confounds him like riddles
How can the heart of evil be so dark in the
middle of the sunshine state?
Hate knows no depths, perimeters, or limits
Hours seem like days, seconds seem like
minutes
He just wants to know why his son is a
victim…
Who punishes the innocent, who sacrifices
the children?
This has to be the definition of evil
Because only the mind of Satan could be
lurking, waiting, and preying on our babies,
Now this parent is praying for his baby
And lately it seems his life has no meaning
or value
Murdered as casually as disposing trash in
the garbage
This heartless monster that targeted Trayvon
Gun in hand stands free to leave the scene
Kill at will, no arrest, modern day Emmitt Till
Author: Spoken Word New Orleans
http://www.facebook.com./spokenwordneworleans
Friday, March 16, 2012
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Farewell To A Diva...
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Monday, February 13, 2012
Current Thoughts
I am sitting here watching documentaries on slavery and life for African Americans post-slavery and through the civil rights movement. I must say that each time I see the struggle of my people it gives sense of pride because I recognize the sacrifices and
how I am able to benefit from those sacrifices. Looking at who I am and where I can from, and the people who gave birth to me gives way to feelings and emotions that cannot easily be articulated. I keep my goals and dreams in clear view so that the sacrifices made for us will not be in vain. I appreciate their struggle and the love that I have for them will last throughout all eternity. Out of respect for my ancestors and for the many blessings God continually bestows on me I will continue to live a life of abundance, prosperity, and exceeding joy so that I can be a blessing and servant to others.
Friday, February 3, 2012
BREAKING NEWS-Paula White set to be 'enthroned' by Eddie Long's Jewish 'rabbi' accused of being a fraud
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
FEDERAL BENEFIT PAYMENT/ENTITLEMENT
What blows my mind is how human beings have become so hardened to the needs of their peers. I do feel that there are some politicians who sincerely care about those in need but I feel there are far too many who are only looking out for their own personal interests. Everyone has something to say about "Obama Care" but no one seems to have a better idea. The burden of the economy is falling on what's left of the middle class. Sad thing is there were many people struggling before the economy got bad so I can only imagine what how they're doing now. It's crazy that I'm paying into this system and it may not even be around when I need it!
I could go on and on regarding this topic but I have a trip to pack for so I am going to pause here. Lets discuss,what are your thoughts?
Have you noticed, your Social Security check is now referred to as a "federal benefit payment"? I'll be part of the one percent, to forward this. Our government gets away with way too much in all areas of our lives, while they live lavishly on their grossly overpaid incomes! KEEP PASSING THIS AROUND UNTIL EVERY ONE HAS READ IT.
SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT. THE ONLY THING WRONG WITH THIS CALCULATION IS THEY FORGOT TO FIGURE IN THE PEOPLE WHO DIED BEFORE THEY COLLECTED THEIR SOCIAL SECURITY! WHERE DID THAT MONEY GO?
This was sent to me, I am forwarding it because it does touch a nerve in me.
Remember, not only did you contribute to Social Security but your employer did too. It totaled 15% of your income before taxes. If you averaged only $30K over your working life, that's close to $220,500. If you calculate the future value of $4,500 per year (yours & your employer's contribution) at a simple 5% (less than what the government pays on the money that it borrows), after 49 years of working you'd have $892,919.98. If you took out only 3% per year, you'd receive $26,787.60 per year and it would last better than 30 years (until you're 95 if you retire at age 65) and that's with no interest paid on that final amount on deposit! If you bought an annuity and it paid 4% per year, you'd have a lifetime income of $2,976.40 per month.
The folks in Washington have pulled off a bigger Ponzi scheme than Bernie Madhoff ever had. Entitlement my ass, I paid cash for my social security insurance! Just because they borrowed the money from the fund - which was promised never to happen - and never paid it back, doesn't make my benefits some kind of charity or handout!!
Congressional benefits ---- free healthcare, outrageous retirement packages, 67 paid holidays, three weeks paid vacation, unlimited paid sick days, now that's welfare, and they have the nerve to call my social security retirement entitlements?
We're "broke" and can't help our own Seniors, Veterans, Orphans, Homeless. In the last months we have provided aid to Haiti, Chile , and Turkey. And now Pakistan, home of bin Laden. Literally, BILLIONS of DOLLARS!
Our retired seniors living on a 'fixed income' receive no aid nor do they get any breaks while our government and religious organizations pour Hundreds of Billions of $$$$$$'s and Tons of Food to Foreign Countries!
They call Social Security and Medicare an entitlement even though most of us have been paying for it all our working lives and now when it's time for us to collect, the government is running out of money. Why did the government borrow from it in the first place? Imagine if the *GOVERNMENT* gave 'US' the same support they give to other countries.
Sad isn't it? 99% of people won't have the guts to forward this. I'm one of the 1%, I Just Did.
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Indiana Grandmother Is Having a New Baby. With Her Grandson
This is simply disgusting! We are truly living in the last days. That poor child is going to need every prayer possible.
http://www.momlogic.com/2010/04/indiana_grandmother_is_having.php
Monday, January 16, 2012
Remembering Dr. King
I would be wrong if I didn't not pay tribute and honor a man who literally changed history. He allowed God to use him in an unforgettable way. Dr. King's life's work had a profound impact on the life I am able to live today. While things in sense have improved we still must remember there is still work to be done. With that being said let us continue working towards his dream.
With love to Dr. King and Family.
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Family Tree: Discovering Me
After talking with my co-worker, she showed me her family tree. Her tree with went back numerous generations. It was simply amazing to see all that history in one location. Just seeing her family tree inspired me to embark on the journey of compiling my own family tree. In less than one week I was able to identify 3 great great grandparents. In addition I found out one of my great great grandparents is from the Bahamas. I was able to find census records and even some World War I draft cards that could possibly belong to my great great uncle. As I complied this information I was filled with pride yet sadness. Looking at the years in which my family was born I realized they lived during times in which they were likely slaves. Having looked at 1900 census records I discovered that anything prior to 1870 would be of little use to me since we were not identified by name on census records until the 1870s. Prior to that we were simply identified by age and sex since we were considered property (unless you were over 100 years old). My journey to identify my family has encouraged some of my family to help me so that we can have a central record of who we are and where we come from.
I strongly encourage everyone to embark on a journey to discover your family history. We as individuals need to know our history and who we are. I will return periodically to provide updates. As always your feedback and comments are always welcome!
Giant Human Foot Print 200 Million Years Old In South Africa!
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Police: Man ate cocaine hidden in brother's buttocks, dies shortly after
Posted: 12/20/2011
Last Updated: 7 hours and 8 minutes ago
By: Kristal Roberts
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. - South Carolina Police say Wayne Joshua Mitchell, 20,died after he ate an ounce of cocaine that was hidden in his brother’s buttocks according to a WCIV report.
Authorities have charged the victim’s brother 23-year-old Deangelo Rashard Mitchell, with involuntary manslaughter.
The incident happened when both brothers were in the back of a police car on November 30. The two had been arrested for trafficking.
Video from inside the police car captured a conversation between the brothers, where Deangelo pleads with his younger brother to take the cocaine in his bottom and eat it to get rid of it.
"One of us gotta do it, you the only one that don't have any strikes. ...You my little brother... I'm gonna get life," Deangelo said to Wayne.
His bother complied and ate the drugs.
When officers saw the cocaine residue on the seat where Wayne sat, Deangelo told officers that his brother swallowed cocaine. Within the hour, Dwayne struggled to breathe, bled from his mouth and died.
Deangelo was charged with trafficking drugs and bonded out of jail December 1.
Once toxicology results confirmed that Wayne died directly from consuming the cocaine, police decided to pursue more serious charges.
A spokesman with the Charleston Police Department issued a press release on Tuesday stating that Deangelo Mitchell was in custody and awaiting a bond hearing.
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Source: http://www.abcactionnews.com/dpp/news/local_news/water_cooler/police-man-ate-cocaine-hidden-in-brothers-butt-dies-shortly-after
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Men: Incapable or Afraid to Love?
One question I've asked myself lately is are men really honest with themselves when it comes to love? We all have so many excuses as to why we are single but what if we are honest for a moment. I've heard several men say "I've never been in love". Well why is that? Do you feel you are incapable of loving or deep down are you afraid? Does the fear of being hurt force you to put this wall up that makes it impossible for you to allow someone to love you?
After several encounters and random conversations with male friends and associates within the past weeks, particularly a conversation I had today, I am more than certain you all are not as hard as you want us to think. You want love and happiness just as much as we do. There is nothing wrong with wanting to share your life with someone and wanting to be in love. Being a man doesn't mean you have to act hard all the time. Open your mind and your heart and allow yourself to actually care for someone else and I'm more than certain you will have a different perspective on life. Yes we are all afraid of being hurt but if the risk weren't so great, would it even be worth having? Loving and being in love can be the best or worst feeling in the world. There are people who search a life time just to have a taste of just being in love and being loved. So you think I'm wrong? Then just give it a try.
Saturday, December 3, 2011
Sister of Troy Davis dies | ajc.com
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
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| Johnny Crawford, Jcrawford@ajc.com |
She stood by her brother, who maintained his innocence in the death of off-duty Savannah police officer Mark Allen MacPhail in 1989. MacPhail was moonlighting on a security detail when he was shot three times.
After Davis' trial, a number of key witnesses recanted their testimony. Davis' case was known around the world and fueled the debate over eyewitness testimony.
Correia fought to clear her brother's name.
"She was the No. 1 messenger and was the one that really inspired people to get involved and work for him," Laura Moye, who heads Amnesty International's campaign to abolish the death penalty, told the Associated Press. "She is the person who really sparked the global campaign for Troy Davis."
Media witnesses reported that Davis, 42, addressed the MacPhail family from the gurney before his Sept. 21 execution and again proclaimed his innocence. He also asked his friends and supporters to keep searching for the truth.
“Martina Correia was a true hero and warrior for civil and human rights," NAACP President Benjamin Todd Jealous said in a statement Friday.
After Troy Davis' execution, his sister told the AP, "We're going to keep moving forward. That's what my brother would have wanted us to do, not be angry and wallow and those kinds of things."
Correia is survived by her 17-year-old son, Antone De'Juan Davis Correia; brother Lester Davis; and sisters Kimberly and Ebony Davis, the Savannah Morning News said.
This year, the Davis family also lost their mother, Virginia Davis, who died in April, the Associated Press reported.
SOURCE: http://www.ajc.com/news/sister-of-troy-davis-1248666.html
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Ali mourns fearsome old foe Frazier as the ring loses a 'great champion' in Smokin' Joe
Last updated at 10:39 PM on 8th November 2011
Link to Story: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/boxing/article-2059197/Joe-Frazier-Muhammad-Ali-mourns-old-foe.html?ito=feeds-newsxml
Muhammad Ali has led the tributes to Joe Frazier following his death from liver cancer aged 67.
Ali, who had three memorable fights against Frazier in the 1970s, losing one and winning the other two, said: 'The world has lost a great champion. I will always remember Joe with respect and admiration. My sympathy goes out to his family and loved ones.'
Frazier became world champion in 1970 after Ali had been stripped of his titles for refusing to fight in Vietnam.
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| The moment Smokin Joe floored the Greatest: Joe Frazier beat Muhammad Ali in the bout dubbed 'The Fight of the Century' in New York in March 1971 |
They met twice more, with Ali winning both, including the epic 'Thrilla in Manila' in 1975.
George Foreman, who won both his bouts with Frazier, said: 'He was a wonderful man and a wonderful friend. Muhammad Ali and George Foreman were big guys but when we went in the ring with Joe Frazier, we had to have respect. I hoped I never had to fight him. He wouldn't back down. If you hit him, he liked it.'
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| Tribute: An old photograph and flowers have been placed at a makeshift memorial at the former location of Joe Frazier's gym in Philadelphia |
Don King, who promoted the 'Thrilla in Manila', said: 'Smokin' Joe Frazier was the embodiment of what a great heavyweight champion and person should be. He was a gladiator. The courage he showed in Manila - answering every Ali onslaught with an equally withering response - will remain in the hearts and minds of boxing fans forever.'
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| Ring warrior: Frazier was best known for his trilogy of fights against Ali |
Former heavyweight world champion Mike Tyson said: 'Frazier and Ali were the apex of pedigree fighting in which each man would not give an inch until they were dead. As a young fighter it was an honour to be compared to Frazier.'
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| Joe Frazier 1944-2011: One of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all |
Friday, November 4, 2011
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Love Thy Enemies
Love is the only force capable of transforming an enemy into friend. -Martin Luther King Jr.
