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Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Preview of Next Book!


Here is the book cover preview--includes back page:  Will be out in the spring of 2013!


Ladies and gentleman, I'm already at work on my second novel. It's entitled, Broken Mirrors and is based on the 7 deadly sins. What's it about? 

Working on my characters as we speak. The main protagonist is China Peebles. She's a diva, narcissist, adventurous voyeur, yet intellectually gifted. Her life is a rollercoaster and anyone and everyone she meets becomes a character in her psychodrama, whether they like it or not.



You'll have to stay tuned...






Get my current book: A Journey Into The Mind of a Black Woman on Amazon.com (Also available on Kindle)










Sunday, May 20, 2012

The Journey of My Book!



In 2003, after being laid off by a major insurance company, in addition to circulating my resume to find more work; I made a decision that would change my life: I began writing a book.  That book was published in December of 2011. 

All of my life, I've written words, but this fateful event prompted me to act on a natural talent.

For those who read this blog and want to understand the woman behind the blog, I invite you to pick up my latest book, A Journey Into The Mind of a Black Woman.  Get your copy now at: www.Createspace.com/3739335 or through Amazon.com http://www.amazon.com/Journey-Into-Mind-Black-Woman/dp/1468025228/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1337534426&sr=8-1

The book is now available on Amazon in Europe as well.

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Gay Marriage: Really?



When Obama came out publicly supporting gay marriage.  It literally split the country in half--particularly in the African American community.  The African American community is a conservative community and this does not gel with its values.

Right now...the homosexual/lesbian community is enjoying a level of tolerance that it has never had in American history, but for how long?

As a woman who is weighing out the public debate as well as personal convictions, I will state that I believe that gay/lesbian people should have equal rights as couples; however, the definition of marriage largely is defined as the union of a man and woman for conception as well as companionship.  Basically, gay/lesbian unions can't produce life. It is outside the laws of nature, thus, it is not...and should not be validated by policies that could be misconstrued as normalizing perversion.

My reaction was blunt:  I'm not going to any gay wedding.  And I don't care how anyone takes that.

Frankly, I'm really tired of this issue and all issues pertaining to the gay/lesbian community.  It's a lifestyle choice in my honest opinion--unnatural sex and affection for someone of the same sex.  Whatever people say, it's just uncomfortable for some and they shouldn't have to apologize for how they feel.  I don't even like to see heterosexual couples getting too affectionate in public; so why should I make any exceptions for those who are non-heterosexual?  It's not my values.  Period.

This is a personal decision of gay/lesbians.  My validation of such couplings should not even be an issue.

Do what you do.

But know this: Everyone is not gay and it should be expected, and tolerated, that they too also have a right to object.

The last time I checked, this still was America.

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Having A Moment...

Ahh...A Soothing Moment For A Fabulous Woman...


Don't mess with me today. And if you're a man...don't force me to use my big brown eyes on ya. I'mruthless and I'll have you eating out of my hands in a New York minute.


We had a Super moon this weekend. Missed it. Maybe it's a good thing because this audacity of narcissism that I'm feeling at the moment would have been tripled if I witnessed something greater than myself.

Oh, don't hate...Haters. Dysfunction is the name of your favorite candy bar and you drink Haterade--straight, with no chaser.

You can't stand the thought that there are actually people who wake up in the morning and just feel fabulous. So fabulous that every time the sun shines on them; it's like a competition to see who can shine the brightest.

Light gives us energy. I'm a human equivalent of an energy drink.

It's true...people look at me and just feel better. I'm good for the environment.

This is revolutionary affirmation. It's out-of-sight in its vision.

I have no shame in broadcasting my inner most thoughts: thoughts so bodacious in their candor; one is forced to expose themselves by default.

Release the fear. Tell the world how fabulous you are...don't be bashful.

I am you. Just feel my greatness...and transfer it around you.

Today--my movement begins: OccupyYourCoolness.

No shame.

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

You Better Be On Time!



One of the greatest pet peeves that I have are people who are never on time.

This morning, I pushed back an appointment just so the maintenance crew could come and check my air conditioning unit and also a leaky faucet in the bathroom.  The initial call went through on April 22, 2012.  They were supposed to be at my apartment by 8:00 am.   Earlier attempts were made during the times I was at work; after still not having this matter resolved by April 27, 2012, I was told that management didn't have a copy of my apartment key so they couldn't get in to complete the work order.  OK...I volunteered to wait for them on my day off--agreeing to the time mentioned.  They didn't show.  I called the office and spoke with a gentleman who told me that they were doing their paperwork--I immediately told them someone was supposed to be at my apartment by 8:00 a.m.  "We're still doing our paperwork, ma'am."  I was told.  It's after 8:00 a.m. I exclaimed and I have to leave for an appointment by 9:30 a.m.  "Someone should be there before 8:30 a.m. ma'am."  I became irritated and told the gentleman that I expect people to be on time and I don't want anyone holding me up.  I then hung up.  No one showed--again.  I feel that it was a deliberate, and might I add: a childish response to my scolding of the impropriety of lateness that provoked this response.  Well, every choice has consequences; and I most definitely was not going to allow this matter to go uncountered.

At this point, I was fuming and I decided to call the Realty company which is the owner of my complex and make a complaint.  I was left with no choice.  I also left a message for the complex property manager reporting the incident.

What this boils down to is the attitude that you see in society in general today.  People do not feel accountable for their actions.

It is absolutely disrespectful to keep anyone waiting, especially when an appointment time was given.  When someone tells me they will be at my apartment at 8:00--I expect them to be there at 8:00!  Anyone that does not value other people's time--DO NOT RESPECT YOU.  And I will not tolerate that.

The issues that I needed resolved in my apartment are a simple fix.  Very simple and should have been taken care of by now, but apparently; someone in the maintenance department of my apartment complex must feel that tenant concerns are not their personal nor professional priority, and are treated as such.

I'm no one to mess with.  And as we have seen in the news lately; sooner or later, you're going to mess with the wrong person and have a simple situation turn into a matter of deeper scrutiny.

This is going to get resolved and I'm not going to settle for nothing less than complete satisfaction.

As for the maintenance guy who didn't show up at my apartment; he better hope he still has a job--especially in this economy.  His lack of judgment is going to cost him more than he could have anticipated.  All he had to do was show up. 

Choices...





Thursday, April 19, 2012

Video Premier...R Kelly's Share My Love!

LOVE IT! It's already number one in the country...


Here is the video...



The new album, Write Me Back, comes out in May.  Go get it!





I Will Not Make Whites Feel Good About Themselves...



Somewhere between the lines of political correctness and reality; there appears to be somewhat and arrogant attitude and presumption that prevails amongst some whites, that Black people have to be nice to them because the Civil Rights Act, after all, couldn't have passed if many whites in this country hadn't supported the cause.  This alone should somehow give them a pass when racial issues come up.

Really?

How many of them died for the cause?  Yes, some got hurt, but the it was Blacks who had to dodge bullets, dogs and water hoses.   Many went to jail.  Some had their homes set on fire or bombed.

What I'm getting at is that White people are not owed any type of gratitude because of their involvement in the movement.  Quite the contrary. 

Black people have been conditioned to be passive and obsequious whenever whites show any interest in our causes.  We are not to make any statements that remind whites of the 450 years of terror our ancestors endured nor are we to become belligerent, hostile or caustic in our speech or manner.  Hmmm...that sounds like; even to liberal whites; Black folks are still to act docile, respectful and humble in the presence of whites, albeit that deep down; most Black folks would love to beat the sh*t out of most whites on any given day.  They are not accustomed to hearing the truth spoken about them unapologetically.  White liberals are the worst.

I've been doing a lot of thinking since the Trayvon Martin murder case and protests that are going on.

The Black voices that rose up to speak out against this tragedy are really folks who are just FED UP.  They were fed up with the hypcrisy of White America. 

White folks love to insinuate how much race issues have subsided, yet in the span of 8 months, there are pending cases that involve race.  All the victims were Black and the assailants were white.

Who's zooming who?

Let me just be even more blunt: White folks have not, cannot and seemingly will not face up to this very truth: They are innately evil and as Malcolm X said in the sixties; many of them are depraved.  It's just not in their nature to act civilly toward people of color. 

When the Civil Rights Act was passed; yes, it struck down institutionalized racism; but racism of the heart and mind are passed on...and keep on ticking like a Timex.

I've never been that naive in my life to believe that singing a few unity songs was going to change white people.

Black people need to understand, here and now, that those who are Caucasian; have a unique history in this world. What does their history show? It shows a people obsessed with money, dominance (only the strong survive), power, greed, war, and the use of fear and misinformation as tools to control what they conquer. This is absolutely the truth.

And it's just a matter of intelligence for those Blacks, like myself; to come to the conclusion, based on current history of my generation, regarding Caucasians, that these people are pathological in their behavior, and it's is just pure lunacy to expect them to act with spiritual, moral and brotherly love toward other races of people.

It's just not in them.

Simply put: I don't trust them...and that's just how I see it.

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Are Black People Now Convinced That White Folks Are Truly Racist?




A young white Mississippi man, Deryl Dedmon was sentenced to life in prison for the hate crime murder of James Craig Anderson last June. The judge in the case said it was inexcusable. 

http://articles.cnn.com/2012-03-21/justice/justice_mississippi-hate-crime_1_hate-crime-charge-federal-charges-despicable-crime?_s=PM:JUSTICE

It's just been a few weeks since the Trayvon Martin case hit the media, now we're dealing with 5 killings of African Americans by a crazed white killer in Oklahoma.  http://wtvr.com/2012/04/09/will-tulsa-shootings-be-considered-a-hate-crime/

I just have one question today: Are Black People convinced that white folks really are racists and hate Black people?

Did this really have to happen to wake us up?

Obama's election brought out some of that old hate, but now there are white folks who seem to want to bring back the days of Jim Crow where it was open season on the killing and beating of Black people.

I've never been naive enough to believe that the Civil Rights movement changed anything in white folks. Laws were passed but people's hearts and minds are a matter all together.

And as an addendum, consider the recent killings by white gunmen on school campuses, office buildings et al.

What I have concluded is that there truly is a spiritual deficit in white folks. They are natural born psychopaths--not caring how their actions impact others.

They can't handle it. Then they nut up.

Should Black people consider buying more guns as a necessary means of protection?

We need to look this elephant in the room in the eyes and call it out for what it is.

I'm getting registered for a gun license.

You should think about it too.

I think the writing is on the wall...

Saturday, April 7, 2012

Wishing Everyone A Happy Easter...

May Everyone have a happy, safe and joyous Easter this Sunday. And please remember why we celebrate it...it's not about bunnies, it's about the resurrection of Jesus Christ.



Wednesday, March 21, 2012

10 Reasons To Buy My New Book!


Knowledge is Power.  Information is Critical.


The greatest journey of my life began at the age of 4 when my mother took me to the library to get my first library card. Throughout my childhood to the present day; I read books that would impact my life.
 
When I decided to become an author; I followed the advice given to all writers: WRITE WHAT YOU KNOW!
In a nutshell; the day I chose to write my book, it was done with an inspiration from the m...ost high God--its intention completely holistic and pure. The book description: https://www.createspace.com/3739335

Why do I feel that this is a book YOU MUST HAVE?

1.The content is powerful, real and relateable.

2.It engages the reader from beginning to finish.

3.The imagination of each chapter truly does take one on a journey with me.

4.You can hear me listening to music as I wrote this book ( I really was listening to a lot of jams while I wrote).

5.The knowledge and information will EMPOWER YOU!

6.You won't be able to put the book down and you won't be the same after reading it!

7.You won't let anyone borrow your copy because you fear they won't return it.

8.You'll be talking about this book to everyone you know!

9.Your mind will expand and so will your consciousness after reading this book!

10.You'll feel as though you've been given the keys to the secret room of knowledge and power after reading this book.

The most powerful people on earth are those who have wisdom and understanding.

I wrote this book from love and it's my greatest hope that those who read it will feel upliftment, pride, and gain spiritual insight and strength.  The impact this book could have on Black males and the Black community as a whole could be most profound.
 
It's so deep; one will need oxygen after reading it.
 
Get your copy today!