Great, I have your attention. In some folks' eyes, I may be late, but I work on my own time.
Events that took place at this year's VMAs have had people talking, twittering, debating, and blogging all week. The immediate response to Kanye's behavior was emminent, when there's a social network like Twitter available and everyone can update instantly. I was a little behind on the happenings of the show, as neither myself nor my husband like commercials, and thus we started watching the show on DVR about an hour or so after it started. I had to stop checking my Twitter once folks started talking--all I knew when I shut down my Twitter was that Kanye did SOMETHING. I wanted to see what was going on as it happened on my DVR, so all cellular communications ceased momentarily.
Nevertheless, by now, we know what happened. Taylor Swift won an award over Beyonce' and other nominees, Kanye felt like Mrs. Knowles-Carter should have won, and thus proceeded to take the mic out of the country teen's hand and express his feelings on national television for the entire viewer audience to see.
Now I have gone back and forth with my opinions on Mr. West's behavior. At first, I thought the entire thing was bogus. I wasn't talking about going out and lynching the man, but I thought it was bogus. As time passed and I could process and develop my opinion on what happened, I came to this conclusion: he chose the WRONG time to make a CORRECT observation.
There are so many arguments to be had with the behavior of Kanye West.
1) The artist community should support each other, therefore there should be no disrespect amongst them: Kanye was disrespectful to a fellow artist. (Sidenote: An artist can respect another artist, but respecting that artist's work is a different story--I can't get down to SouljaBoy, OJ the Juiceman, among some other folks. I just can't go)
Ok, continue...
2)Kanye made a correct observation, and his timing made for a more entertaining show.
3)Kanye made a correct observation, but should have chosen a more appropriate time to make his assertion.
4)Kanye is arrogant and took away from a teenage star's moment in the spotlight.
I could go on and on but you get the gist....
Did anyone notice how Jack Black encouraged the audience to pray and then led them in a prayer to Satan? Or that Russell Brand referenced his genitalia on more than one occasion? Or that crazy ass Lady Gaga finished her performance with an onstage "suicide"?
All of these things go unchecked, yet people want to call Kanye all out his name because of his behavior. Now I'm not condoning drunkenness, but did anyone check out the red carpet picks of Mr. West and his boo Amber Rose? Did you notice the bottle of Hennesy in the man's hand? If it was all B.S. , Kanye could have taken this time to yes, blame it on the alcohol. Did he? No. He has written more than one blog and apologized on national television for his behavior. Get over it.
The VMAs started with Madonna paying tribute to Michael Jackson. In her speech, she made a comment to the affect that so many crucified MJ while he was alive, yet no one took the time to recognize the struggles that the man had (i.e. not having a childhood, searching for childhood as an adulthood, etc.). The gist of Madonna's dedication to MJ was to appreciate folks while they are on earth, so they know that they ARE appreciated. Madonna started the night off on a good note and everyone was so happy and clapping for her speech, but the application of her message went right out of the window as soon as Kanye stepped on stage.
Did Kanye make a mistake? Yes. But who hasn't? Don't you want to be forgiven when you disappoint others? Yes. So why have so many people abandoned a fellow artist and taken to degrading him on Twitter and other social networks in his time of need? Kanye's main support system is no longer with him (his mom), and he's dating a very open and self-admitted "crazy bisexual". Furthermore, he is an artist, and more than likely does not have a regular 9-5 work day like most folks. How steady do you think his life is right now? Let's back away from judging this man, pray for him, and hope that he gets all the help that he needs. We talk a good game about support and community, but it sounds like a lot of gibberish right now. I don't think I want some folks behind me if I ever get outta pocket....
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Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Monday, July 20, 2009
1st Anniversary!!!
Greetings!!!!
Today was a very calm day. I decided to stay at home and try to be a little productive with cleaning/getting ready to move. (We still have yet to find somewhere to live, our lease is up July 31st...it is now July 20th...)
This past Friday marked the one year anniversary of making one of the best decisions of my life. Thursday, July 17th, 2008, at approximately 12:05am, me and Terrence Aaron Pruitt decided to make it official, to be a couple. It is one of the things that I am happy and proud of doing, and can't thank God enough for this man!!!
I'll give a run down of the weekend....
FRIDAY.My hubby told me that he was taking care of the celebratory festivities, and the only thing I had to do was get cute and be ready. Friday I went to work anticipating what was to come. All day, I could not focus on work. My boss had already told me it was okay to cut out a few hours early, and I was just waiting til 3pm came around. I was so anxious that I didn't even realize that 3pm had come and gone, it was close to 4pm, and my husband had sent me a text letting me know he had been downstairs waiting on me.
Once we got home, got ready, and headed out, I was already aware we were going to dinner, I just didn't know where. When we pulled up in front of Fogo de Chao, I was ecstatic. Friends had told me about this place, and I hadn't been able to remember the name so I could tell T. The place is dope. It's a Brazilian restaurant, beautiful ambiance, delicious food. You must go!!!
T told me that part of the night's plans had been thwarted because of the weather (thanks el nino). Despite the weather, we enjoyed each other's company, and headed home to chill before going to sleep. I was told I needed rest for the next day's events and my 9am appointment.
SATURDAY. Because of the hints T had been giving me for the past week, I assumed that I would be going to a spa Saturday morning. I just had no idea how much planning and thought had gone into my spa day. While the workers got the spa set up and I sat waiting for my spa day to start, T set out a nice breakfast for me on one of the tables at the spa. Strawberries, muffins, and mimosas would keep myself and the staff company until he returned. It was then that the receptionist revealed that I would be there for four hours. FOUR HOURS!!!! All I was thinking was what does this man have planned for me?! Nevertheless, I received a manicure/pedicure, complete with paraffin wax and polish, a full body massage AND a facial!!!! I sipped multiple mimosas, a listened to the CD my man had made for me while I just relaxed and enjoyed my day.
Next, he picked me up, WITH OUR CAR COMPLETELY DETAILED!!!! If you know anything about us, you'd know that that car has seen some rough times, and the interior was covered in shoes, papers, Tyler's toys and anything else you could probably imagine. My hubby had spent his time waiting for me cleaning out our car. I was so happy, and thanked him for being such a sweetheart. We then stopped at Fannie May's to let me pick out some chocolate for myself and then headed to Dixie Kitchen for lunch.
The plan was to go to my cousin's 30th birthday party that night, but our mini nap when we arrived at home turned into full fledged sleep. Instead, we rushed to the nearest Target to purchase the 4th season of 24 and Busta Rhymes' new CD...both were definitely good buys!!!! We grabbed some food on the way home and enjoyed each other's company as we watched another season of 24. Gotta love Jack Bauer!!!
SUNDAY. Sunday was a little rough. We were both super sleepy and fought hard to stay in the bed. But we knew we had to be obedient and finally got our tails up and headed to church. It was definitely worth it. After church we grabbed a few things and headed over to my mom's/grandma's house to barbecue. Turkey burgers, italian turkey sausage, steak, chicken wings, corn, potato salad...all of it was off the chain!!! We definitely have dinner for the next week in our refrigerator.
I am just thankful for T. I am living proof that if you pray and get specific with God, if it is right for you, God will acquiesce. I started by making a list of exactly what I wanted in a man. T had been on my mind, but other things kept us from pursuing a relationship. But God made it so we would be able to get to know each other even better and become man and wife. I am so happy and thankful each day that God saw fit to bless me with exactly what I wanted--no carbon copy, no knock offs--He gave me the real deal!!!!
Until next time....
Today was a very calm day. I decided to stay at home and try to be a little productive with cleaning/getting ready to move. (We still have yet to find somewhere to live, our lease is up July 31st...it is now July 20th...)
This past Friday marked the one year anniversary of making one of the best decisions of my life. Thursday, July 17th, 2008, at approximately 12:05am, me and Terrence Aaron Pruitt decided to make it official, to be a couple. It is one of the things that I am happy and proud of doing, and can't thank God enough for this man!!!
I'll give a run down of the weekend....
FRIDAY.My hubby told me that he was taking care of the celebratory festivities, and the only thing I had to do was get cute and be ready. Friday I went to work anticipating what was to come. All day, I could not focus on work. My boss had already told me it was okay to cut out a few hours early, and I was just waiting til 3pm came around. I was so anxious that I didn't even realize that 3pm had come and gone, it was close to 4pm, and my husband had sent me a text letting me know he had been downstairs waiting on me.
Once we got home, got ready, and headed out, I was already aware we were going to dinner, I just didn't know where. When we pulled up in front of Fogo de Chao, I was ecstatic. Friends had told me about this place, and I hadn't been able to remember the name so I could tell T. The place is dope. It's a Brazilian restaurant, beautiful ambiance, delicious food. You must go!!!
T told me that part of the night's plans had been thwarted because of the weather (thanks el nino). Despite the weather, we enjoyed each other's company, and headed home to chill before going to sleep. I was told I needed rest for the next day's events and my 9am appointment.
SATURDAY. Because of the hints T had been giving me for the past week, I assumed that I would be going to a spa Saturday morning. I just had no idea how much planning and thought had gone into my spa day. While the workers got the spa set up and I sat waiting for my spa day to start, T set out a nice breakfast for me on one of the tables at the spa. Strawberries, muffins, and mimosas would keep myself and the staff company until he returned. It was then that the receptionist revealed that I would be there for four hours. FOUR HOURS!!!! All I was thinking was what does this man have planned for me?! Nevertheless, I received a manicure/pedicure, complete with paraffin wax and polish, a full body massage AND a facial!!!! I sipped multiple mimosas, a listened to the CD my man had made for me while I just relaxed and enjoyed my day.
Next, he picked me up, WITH OUR CAR COMPLETELY DETAILED!!!! If you know anything about us, you'd know that that car has seen some rough times, and the interior was covered in shoes, papers, Tyler's toys and anything else you could probably imagine. My hubby had spent his time waiting for me cleaning out our car. I was so happy, and thanked him for being such a sweetheart. We then stopped at Fannie May's to let me pick out some chocolate for myself and then headed to Dixie Kitchen for lunch.
The plan was to go to my cousin's 30th birthday party that night, but our mini nap when we arrived at home turned into full fledged sleep. Instead, we rushed to the nearest Target to purchase the 4th season of 24 and Busta Rhymes' new CD...both were definitely good buys!!!! We grabbed some food on the way home and enjoyed each other's company as we watched another season of 24. Gotta love Jack Bauer!!!
SUNDAY. Sunday was a little rough. We were both super sleepy and fought hard to stay in the bed. But we knew we had to be obedient and finally got our tails up and headed to church. It was definitely worth it. After church we grabbed a few things and headed over to my mom's/grandma's house to barbecue. Turkey burgers, italian turkey sausage, steak, chicken wings, corn, potato salad...all of it was off the chain!!! We definitely have dinner for the next week in our refrigerator.
I am just thankful for T. I am living proof that if you pray and get specific with God, if it is right for you, God will acquiesce. I started by making a list of exactly what I wanted in a man. T had been on my mind, but other things kept us from pursuing a relationship. But God made it so we would be able to get to know each other even better and become man and wife. I am so happy and thankful each day that God saw fit to bless me with exactly what I wanted--no carbon copy, no knock offs--He gave me the real deal!!!!
Until next time....
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