Day In The Life

This morning I woke up and decided to live life today. Last night, I took a couple of Xanax pills to relax and go to sleep. Otherwise I would have been up all night thinking. Today was a beautiful day. The temperature was perfect, and I figured most of the people in and around the city would be at the parades celebrating Fat Tuesday. Over the years, I've gotten bored with parades, so I typically don't go. I did attend the Endymion parade the other night and had to tell some fool that I wasn't moving off of the neutral ground that he had "blocked off" for him and his friends. I had my nephew with me, so I really didn't want to get too bothered by that jackass. I spoke my mind, and ignored him afterwards. But I digress. I left the house today around noon, and decided to have lunch at La Madeline's. I enjoy the food and the atmosphere there, so its not uncommon to find me there. After lunch, I decided to take in a movie. I needed something to make me laugh, so I paid $4.75 to see Tyler Perry's Mudea Goes To Jail. The parts with Tyler Perry playing Mudea was funny, but the story line could have been better, or should I say different. But that's for another blog. After the movie, I stopped at Sports Academy and bought a bike. I started to buy an air pump for my tires, but I think I will go back for that later. I wanted to stop at Best Buy to purchase India Arie's new cd, but it slipped my mind. By Friday, I should have my copy. I'm a huge fan of India's, and I want to give her all the support she deserves. India is truly one of the more talented musicians in the industry today, so she deserves my money.

On a sad note, yesterday I found out that a friend of mine since high school died this past Sunday. She just turned 36 last weekend, and she has left behind two beautiful young children and a husband. I won't go into the cause of her death because it makes me angry with the medical profession, or maybe the so called doctors in the profession. My friend was so full of life, joy and laughter. Her life was never an easy one, but she always kept going and lived life to the fullest. With that in mind, I decided to get my ass out of bed today and live life. I didn't want to sit around mourning her lost because that's not what she would have wanted. I will never forget her smile, her humor, or her warm personality. She was part of the three amigo's whenever we went out for a game of pool and drinks. It won't be the same without her. Life won't be the same without her. So in honor of my friend...Sharmain, I will always be thinking of you. I miss you so much and I love you friend. My only consolation is that you are now making angels in heaven laugh, and that you are no longer in pain. You no longer have to rely upon the imperfections of man, but the comfort of God. Rest peacefully in His arms dear.

The Most Over-Rated Holiday

Perhaps I'm being cynical about this whole Valentine's Day crap, but I honestly think its a useless holiday. All it does is remind a person of the shit they didn't get. You didn't get roses, diamonds, candy, balloons, stuffed animal, or more importantly that engagement ring your ass been waiting on since Hec was a pup. Everything is over-priced, and Cupid is a chunky bitch flying around in a shitty diaper. Now, could it be that I am disgruntled considering I've been single since the age of 22. That's about 13 years but who's keeping track. Or maybe I'm just not into holidays as such. Truth be told, I'm no fan of balloons, stuffed animals, and I certainly don't need to be stuffing my face with candy. Roses are attractive to the eye, but hell its a bunch of dead flowers waiting to lose its aroma and stage of beauty. The diamonds on the other hand should be given on any day. Perhaps I'm expecting too much, but they are a girls best friend. Not to mention they certainly last a hell of a lot longer than the man who gave 'em to you, and they're worth more; monetarily that is. So this blog is for those who didn't have a Valentine. Join me in saying FUCK Cupid...Boy that felt good....

And So...

Today was the day that I liberated myself from the ball and chain. I submitted my letter of resignation from the DA's Office. My last day of duty is February 27th. I honestly thought that I would feel not so good about resigning, but it was quite the opposite. I have no regrets about my decision. In fact, once I handed my letter to the respective recipients, I realized that my decision opened the door of possibilities for me. I have a Juris Doctorate; which in and of itself allows me to do almost anything I choose to. For the longest I have viewed the DA's Office as the be all end all. I, like many other attorneys, allowed myself to be mentally confined to the illogical thinking of not being able to sustain without the aid of an "employer." The realization is if I'm gonna bust my ass and give dedication to someone else for their complete benefit, then why not do the same for myself. Am I not worthy enough to receive the benefits and fruits of my own labor? Its that type of thinking that keeps us from reaching for what we really dream of. Its that type of thinking that keeps us depressed in our surroundings. Its that type of thinking that keeps us miserable in our professional and personal lives. If I didn't understand before, I understand now what it means to step out on faith. I'm not saying the road that I'm about to travel will be easy, but working at the DA's Office wasn't always easy either. However, I made it through. In fact, I gave that office six years of my legal career and life. Anybody who knows me personally certainly knows what I went through privately and publicly. But I survived it and was overall successful as a prosecutor. So why shouldn't I expect the same outside of that office. I will survive and be successful on my own. Like with anything, this too will take time, and I look forward to the challenge.

A Nice Day

Today was simply a beautiful day. The sky was blue, the sun was shining, and there was a soft breeze in the air. All the proper makings of spring. I woke up this morning, and had breakfast with my mom and dad. Because they recently switched to cox, I was able to watch VH1 Soul. I then decided to listen to some music through my favorite headphones. Around two o'clock, I decided to go to Starbucks. After leaving there, I drove up Magazine, and hit Audubon Park. Since it was so pretty, and I found the perfect parking spot, I walked the trail around the park. As I was walking, I did some thinking to myself. I also watched the children play, people jog, ride their bikes, play with a Frisbee or badmitton, kick a soccer ball around or throw the football. Not even the dogs bothered me. It was as if they were there for the same purpose as myself; to enjoy the outside beauty. After walking around the park, I drove the long way home, put on my skates, and skated around the patio in my parents backyard. Balance is everything people. I then washed my clothes, sat out on the patio, and read a book until the sun decided it was time to retire. It was too beautiful outside to sit inside all day and do nothing. Hopefully this will be my first step towards rejoining the rest of the world in recreational activities.

Checking In

Hello all....I'm just stopping by for a while on my blog today. I've been a little too busy to even post anything, but next week I will give a more detailed update about my life and activities. In fact, I will post something next Friday. So if you're interested in the least bit, then stay tuned...

Holla back soon....