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>Is There Still Hope For the Dream?

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What’s Playing on the iPod right now: “Mercy, Mercy Me” – Marvin Gaye

I remember my father making my sisters and I sit in the living room and listen to the recording of the “I Have A Dream” speech. Before this country recognized the man’s birthday as a holiday, my dad made us stop and recognize the impact of that speech.

Today I pause and wonder, “Have we realized the Dream that Martin eloquently spoke of that day.” I think Mr. King would be sorely disappointed at all the wasted opportunities. Are you doing your part to make the Dream come true for future generations?

Remember the Dream, ya’ll!

Peace.

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>Some Time Away

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What’s Playing on the iPod right now: “My Prerogative” – Bobby Brown

Spent the weekend with hubby in Hilton Head. Sometimes you just need to get away from the regular routine (and the kids) and just be. We made the drive down to the island on Friday. Of course, on Saturday it rained. This is the view from our balcony:

But we made the best of it. Stayed in and did what grown people do. And then when we had to leave, this is how pretty it was:

I had a nice, relaxing time though. On another note, I wasn’t able to work on my novel but I did work out a scene. I don’t know about other writers but my story is constantly in the back of my mind. Sometimes, whenever I get a quiet moment (in the shower, washing dishes, etc.) I can see a scene with extreme clarity. I have found that I have to stop immediately and write it down or it is lost. So, I did work a little. With the day off tomorrow, I hope to be able to get a lot accomplished.

Peace.

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>It Starts with a Single Word

>What’s Playing on the iPod right now: “Should’ve Let You Go” – Keisha Cole

And so it begins. I’m going to let you in on a secret. I am a writer. It’s true. Granted, you won’t find anything with my name on it in Barnes & Noble, but I am a writer nonetheless. I have been studying this craft for a few years now and I have finally gotten to the place that I can actually say, “I am a writer.” Do you know what qualifies me to make this claim? I simply write. Now, to get to the status of published author will take time, perseverance and a little luck. I invite you along for the journey.

What can you expect here? An update of my struggles to complete a novel, talk about music (old school R&B mostly), dealing with marriage and motherhood, discussions about the NBA, random thoughts and various topics. Basically, whatever issues are going on that day.

I hope you hang out with me.