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Antioch Baptist Church 2006-07-17 06:33:00 Antioch BaptistChurch
"Annual Church Picnic and Community Connection" (July 15, 2006)The community social event was to begin at 1:00PM and last until 5:00. I was running behind my own set schedule as I planned to arrive at the park at noon to catch the early attendees and a chance to take pictures of the setup from beginning to end. In addition, I thought I might lend a helping hand where needed.With two lenses in tow, my corpulent feet did not touch the grounds until 1:05PM where I met a scattered group setting up tables and chairs and more tables, chairs, tents and booths. In this assemblage, was an exhibit of different cultures - some I had known since I was just a small child, others I had seen only a few times, but there were many more that I did not know and additionally, did not have an inkling I ever would have the opportunity to meet but would later realize the benefits of this connection.Antioch Baptist Church held a picnic slash community connection celebration. While this i
Declaration of Independence July 4th 2006-07-03 02:16:00 Happy Fourth of JulyAs America celebrates its Declaration
of Independence
, I am only praying that the day ends and begins quickly and quietly. Now, I know many are disappointed that more and more Colorado Counties are restricting fireworks but our State is once again facing a very dry season in more ways then one.For one, we must keep in mind that many fires are burning across the State and there is little officials can do to keep homeowner's safe and protect them from having their properties burned. A firecracker can easily ignite a fire and cause millions of dollars in damages. And while the cost is continuously rising, this certainly does not help but to spread the cost to all. We should also consider that the unemployment is low and many of us have either lost jobs and/or are doing everything we can to maintain the current ones.Many of us work more then one job, as it certainly is not easy trying to make ends meet in this current economy. Therefore, we need to go to bed early jus
MEDICARE...Dave & Sharyn Madison 2006-06-30 15:34:00 I do not know the Madison
's personally, but painfully, their story hits home for many (TOO MANY) Americans:"Medicare's Sinkhole"Senior citizens stuck in drug program's coverage gapAt first, health insurance with the new Medicare prescription drug plan seemed like a good deal to Dave and Sharyn Madison.Then Dave Madison got cancer.That was when the Madisons found out about the "hole" in their drug plan.This month, their co-pay was $1,307 for the oral chemotherapy Dave Madison needs to fight his pancreatic cancer.That seemed like a lot, until they learned that in July, they'll have to pay the entire cost of that drug: $2,587."We've hit that doughnut hole," Sharyn Madison said.The "doughnut hole" is a designed coverage gap in the new Medicare program, which began in January.Almost 7 million senior citizens with Medicare drug coverage are expected to fall into the doughnut hole this year, according to a Kaiser Family Foundation study.The Medicare drug benefit's basic coverage, know Read more:MEDICARE
Ode to the Old Clothes 2006-06-21 22:48:00 Old Clothes
She said her husband's underwear was so ragged that the crotch would wave in the wind as he walked. She said he refused to let go of the underwear although she had purchased several new pairs just for him. The wife just could not understand as to why he loved those old pants.Over the years, I have listened to women complain that their spouses refuse to say goodbye to old clothing and each of these women seemed clueless as to why. Some men who love these old raggedy clothes deem them a necessity in their lives seemingly as a comforter. I presume it is similar to a child with a pacifier - a must have to sedate.As a woman who thought it elegant to wear matching dress, shoes and purse, I thought these classy tattered men just failed to look good for the women in their lives; forgetting mom's adage, Make sure you have on clean underwear just in case you get into an accident.Now I know these men knew what mom meant and that they were very obedient to their mothers. Yes, they w
Juneteenth 2006-06-21 04:30:00 Juneteenth
means something different for my family; it was my mother's birthday. As a young child, my mother had thought that the big commotion was a celebration of her birthday, and when she learned it was not, she said she felt overlooked on a day that was special to her. When she told us this, we decided to make the day special - just for her. She said that was then and this is now, however we wouldn't hear anything of it. We would bake a cake or have one specially made, either or, a larger assemblage of friends and family would come together to celebrate the life of a much appreciated woman. We had barbecue ribs, chicken, hamburger, hotdogs - the works.
Now that my mother is at peace, we are in memorial of a special day of a woman who meant so much to us. We do not celebrate the dead but give thanks to the life she gave and shared with so many.
Here in the Mile High City, Juneteenth is not widely celebrated in the community as the
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Nothing Is What It Seems 2006-06-18 23:27:00 Nothing Is What It Seems
Nothing is what it seemsI can't imagine nothing could cause the beamsTo go down on 9/11I thank God in heavenIt wasn't me or my loved ones thereTo face such traumaTo watch a plane fly so freely in the airInto a buildingCausing such damage and turmoilI can only imagine what was the causeSo many blamed the MuslimsWho believe in AllahHe who does not understand historyIs bound to repeat it selfWas this contempt, greed or wealthNothing is what it seemsOh what a terrible dreamBut I am awake watching in fearAwaking lateThinking of my dying mother I held dearThis day she went to sleepDear Lord, her soul He will keepFrom that day forwardIt would be remembered2001, the 11th of SeptemberSometimes through my own greedOften times praying to God to heedAnd keep my mother hereSometimes glad she did not awakeTo know my heart achedFor this world I did not knowFrom what will allow me to continue to growAll of my dreams was just that,Dreams I would combatThis day forward only Read more:Nothing
HAPPY DAD'S DAY (To all the REAL Dad's) 2006-06-18 03:09:00
Dad's Day
I always say that no one needs to state who they are, but their actions should speak as to who they are and or are not.
As often stated, my dad was not a man who walked around proudly and claimed he was a dad as his actions spoke LOUD and clear.
My dad was not a man who just allowed a woman to have his children, but fathered the seeds. My dad had 3 and sometimes 4 jobs to supply our habits of eating, our strong desire to sleep inside a warm home with electricity, as well as the longing hope to have clothes on our backs and medication when needed. Often his brothers would call and asked, "And how is the family?" Now, I do not believe their inquiry was limited to my mother, the dog and the limited-lifetime fish, but my dad's children as well.
I am very happy as well as pleased when I honestly say that my dad could easily answer the question, 'How is the family.'
Today, I ask, where are the dads?
Can you proudly say I AM A DAD?
Do you know the definition
Dad, "That's just how it is" 2006-06-17 23:59:00
That's Just How it is
My dad was either born in 1920 or 1921. Not sure which as it was never so important to me until I had to compile memoirs for his obituary.
When I was faced with the uncertainty of my own illness years prior, I began to reminisce about my childhood while writing my own autobiography. As I looked back, I recalled something my dad always said - either directly to me, or while I was in his presence. Over the years - especially when I was just a young child - I would never understand as to what he meant by, "That's just how it is."
Those few little words are not profound. In fact, just so easily to be said. Easy to utter such words when you are not going to do more to change the circumstances you're dealing with.When I was young and I heard those simple words, I thought he was giving up; that he had accepted things (pangs of life) so easily without the strength and/or desire to do more.
Humph! I say this about a man whom, as long as I've eve
Superstitions, Dreams = GENIUS 2006-06-15 19:14:00 Superstitious, dreams and a geniusI never considered myself superstitious as nothing really draws my attention "cept for plum stupidity and inside influences-at which time, I am entertained. While growing up, I was told never to walk under a ladder as it would bring me bad luck, but my question was when? When will it bring me bad luck? Is this bad luck immediately, like within seconds of the under the ladder walk, within an hour or tomorrow morning? Does it even mean I would not wakeup tomorrow? Would my legal yet criminal-like act cause bad luck to my immediate family, or better yet, my nemesis? I go for the later because if that is the case I will make it habitual; seeking ladders in the daylight with a flashlight 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Yes, I like that idea!When I was younger, my sister said that I should be leery of crossing a black cat. Humph! Now that doesn't make any sense. How could one ever "cross a black cat" when most cats are pretentious and will not allow huma Read more:Superstitions
, Dreams
I do not have children....BUT, I USED TO BE ONE! 2006-03-27 22:55:00 I do not have any childrenIf you are childless and are planning a move, move to a place without children. Mind you, I do not have kids, but I use to be one, and I certainly know what it took to be Mr. Smith's child and I tell you, it certainly was not easy. At least at times. My parents were just that: PARENTS. REAL parents who took the time to raise their children. They took the time to raise their children while facing many sacrifices. I certainly applauded them for their dedication as well as discipline.While growing up, my parents seem to raise us with little effort. Well, it appeared effortless until they had to discipline us and remind us who was boss. Nevertheless, they did a GREAT job!I live in a supposedly controlled community. The association is suppose to regulate or manage mine and some other 5000 plus properties. However, what they are unable to do, is watch other people's kids. I call them Bay-Bay's kids who run amuck 24 hours a day 7 days a week, destroying peopleâ
"It's News To Me" Online Journal 2006-03-15 17:09:00 As I talk to some folk who have only seen pictures of Colorado and long to visit, I always wonder exactly what images they have seen that makes them yearn for the Mile High City. I am a native and have traveled the State however, never found it to be any different from any other State I have visited. I acquiesce after visiting Colorado West Wind. I feel very fortunate.I am fortunate to have become acquainted with a very profound individual who at this very moment forces me to recall the aphorism, by Carl Jung, "Your vision will only become clear only when you look into your heart." (An inner peace that so many have spent years searching for but has yet to find.)Like me, Mr. Linville is a Coloradian. He is a dedicated writer - should be published - who courtly invites his readers into his world. And as an avid reader of his on-line journal, he allows me to travel with him and his dog, Dakota, to a peaceful place that I long to embrace. In short, I envy Mr. Linville for his ability to ca Read more:Journal
"Delusional" Response 2006-03-11 23:10:00 Realities which are delusionalOdd, but I had no idea that I would receive so many responses to my article, Delusions. Consequently, I assumed (and yes, I did make a butt of myself), that I would get away with voicing my surmise with little conviction and be rendered without malice. Yes, I wrote it in hopes that someone (anyone) would read and commen, but not with such fervor about my taste in music. I wrote it thinking that it was just another release that I could pass on sharing a little passion, a brief information about my beliefs on economic issues and the downfall. I wrote it because it was on my mind. Now, I did not write it because I needed an article to submit, but to share my feelings about the demise of a much needed radio station. (Needed, is my opinion as well as other listeners who tuned in.)The feedback I received was most noted. They were both informative as well as humorous and interesting. Some of the comments were biased and scathing. Mind you, I was not distressed by Read more:Response
Manual High School 2006-02-27 23:21:00 Manual High School
It is cold outsideI love the snowI love cold weatherTakes me backBack to the days of old - over 20 years ago…***1982"I want you to learn all you can while you're here, because once you leave, it will be different."Ms. Mitchell spoke honestly to her ninth grade class. She looked good for her age although her age was unknown. I remember it was she who made me believe I could run; achieve and take heed. I assumed I could achieve anything, but the question is, did I listen? "Once you enter High School, you'll get lost in the crowd. You won't matter to those teachers, and they'll just pass you right on to the next grade. Take the time to learn all you can and appreciate what you have here."Could I hear her?The years passed…***Freshman year, I entered the doors to Manual High School. I was not popular - unlike my old school where I received straight A's. At my former school, I still can recall Ms. Gombeski sneaking in a grade that I probably did not deserve.
New Years Resolutions - 2006 2006-02-12 00:31:00 New YearsResolutions
I tried making New Years
Resolutions, Renewals for the New Year, Promises for the New Year, or whatever you desire to refer to them as. It does not matter what you call them, because I know one thing for sure and that is, they do not work for me. About some odd 22 years ago, I had an epiphany - a revelation came upon me and I discovered that they were false promises I was making to myself and that they just didn't work. So with this newly learned thing, that if it doesn't work, then try something else, and hence, I did. Now, this is not a secret as I have decided that I would share it with most of you. Ok, all of you.Before I reveal the secret remedy, just remember that an insane man finally came to his senses and said that if one continues to do the same thing over and over again, the reveal their own insanity. I say the man/woman who made that statement that had to be insane because they found out through experience. Well, as you know, I have been released
A Day in The Life...My time is limited 2006-01-28 06:19:00
My time is limited
...Should I die before I wake, I hope that my husband knows how much he was loved. How much I appreciated his energy, love, fun and laughter…he has the perfect smile. He always has my best interest at heart and because of his trust and courage, I have strength. I thank him daily for believing in me.
A Day in the life
Oh how I love to see your beautiful faceI think nothing can replaceThe joys you have given meYou make me laughLaugh so hardSometimes I cryI think I might dieDie without your loveI thank God in heaven aboveFor someone like youYou seeYou are my friendNot necessarily my loverAnd above allYou help me to recoverFrom the pain of these daysConsisting of whatever what mayCome to my lifeIs humanThanks for being there holding me closeLaughing at my stupid jokesSharing in the sorrowNot knowing what tomorrowMay bring, butYou make me wanna singWith joy of these feelingsSo warmThere was a time when I use to pretendBut then,You came alongYou make me wanna sing
The Price for Beauty 2005-12-31 05:46:00 Beauty
Has its Price Getting Implemented
Yesterday, I had my hair beutified. Now what does that mean? Well, as an African American woman, I define it as making an appointment at my favorite beautician, then waiting an extra 40 minutes even though I made the appointment last week. I sit and I wait to have my hair washed and then dried with an extra-hot flaming-heat blowtorch-dryer. I then sit and wait an extra 15 to 20 minutes and then am directed to another chair-as if the first one was not suitable for styling, but yet a warning. Nonetheless, I sit and watch the beautician apply gunk to my hair, grab additional combs and styling brushes, teasing devices, along with more styling-gunk and more flame to detonate the hairstyle. And then 1 hour and 45 minutes later, ta-da, I am beutified! Simple? Yes. It was worth my time and $125 as I walk out of the salon and watch old men gawk and stare. Although my scalp is still burning, my ego is pumped as the old men whistle at me as well as t
It Is Winter Time 2007-01-02 05:11:00
It's winter time
In 1966, just two days before Christmas, a pregnant woman was walking to the bus stop to continue her Christmas shopping for her children. While on her journey, she slipped and fell on some ice and immediately was rushed to the hospital to deliver what may or may not be her bundle of joy.
I am one who just enjoys cold weather. Perhaps it is because I was either born during or right after a snow storm; either or, I truly love it.
Growing up in Denver, I have witnessed and enjoyed many light snowfalls and snow storms and have had very few complaints while facing the elements. Its winter and usually during the winter months, it snows.
Some scientists have reported that winter is caused by the Earth being farther from the Sun and thus, there is winter, while others report that in the Northern Hemisphere, winter occurs when the Earth is its closest to the Sun. I am not a scientist but am certain that winter means cold and a chance for snow.
Many of my relatives, frien
Keeba Kornered & Kaptured in Kaptivity 1970-01-01 00:59:59 BiographyKeeba Smith is the seventh hatched in Colorado. Her early interests included political science, science fiction movies and toying with her brother's chemistry lab. At a young age, she won a prize for writing an essay about child safety, hence realized her passion for writing.Keeba began writing in Junior High School that included her first novelette and compositions, Kool and Kalm. As a youngster, she would write plays and essays for her church, in addition, was asked to write compositions for family and friends. During and after High School, she worked continually in the administrative field while taking several college courses in business and creative writing.While working, she never withdrew from her love of writing and later surrounded herself with writers' elite and enrolled in writing classes, which included English, comprehension and grammar. Later, she would wed a longtime family friend and succeed while studying commercial insurance and political science. Her writ
Delusions 1970-01-01 00:59:59 From Keeba's Korner: Keeba Kornered & Kaptured in KaptivityDelusions
that are forced to appear realIt is unfortunate that so many, too many fail or refuse to watch news reports. Whether it is religious reasons, lack of time or loss of interest, one might find of interest what the new laws the government has forced upon the people. While I am so sure that many are troubled with, unemployment being an all-time high since 1953 and increased oil prices since the days of slick Willie; some people may feel a need to find and adhere to other distractions. Many worried folks not knowing if they'll have a place to lay their head or where their next meal is coming from, may have tried to do something with their time and make use of current resources. (Whatever they might be). Notwithstanding, some still deciding if food and other necessities are more important than having medication or a roof over their heads. As for desires, well, they are outdated and have hence become a thing of the past;
Happy Valentine's Day 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Valentines DayValentines Day is possibly the best holiday for females. Now wait, I don't want you to think that the "lover's holiday" is just for females, because it is not. Both females as well as their male counterparts deserve to be observed on this day. Likewise, I feel a little sympathetic towards the men because they often are expected to buy gifts for their female lovers, but they often do not receive anything at all; it seems like the norm. While experiencing some reactions from my female friends, it seems as though the rules of Valentine's Day are not the same for both males and females, hence notice the examples:Example OneIts Valentines Day and FEMALE A walks into the house with candy, a card, and a sports poster.Its Valentines Day and FEMALE B walks into the house without treats nor the acknowledgement of "lover's day." Most men would not have a problem with either female, although the man with FEMALE A might be overwhelmed that she took the time and was thinking of Read more:Happy
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