A Day In The Life Of A Sista

Don't Be Discouraged, Its Not Over...This is the Beginning!

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 15:20:00 +0000

Peace and Blessings Bloggers! Happy New Year 2012! As we all contemplate and ponder on the past year events and current situation of the world's government we all tend to wonder with hopeful minds and hearts that things will get better. In my opinion, before a remedy can be conceived and accepted, we the people must first realize that the world system that we have been accustomed to, the only system we know, is BROKEN. What does this mean for us since we are not the officers of governement? What this means is that we need to plan the survival for ourselves and families differently. Now is the time to reflect and focus on QUALITY as opposed to QUANTITY. For many of us, this has always been a way of life. However there is a substantial amount of people in this country that have exhausted resources such as credit that our world system offers us and dictates to us that we must have if we want a home, a car, etc. So let's take a look at what is credit, really. My definition of credit is, "The ability to purchase goods and services with money that you do not have". So what does credit do for most of us? It creates "DEBT". And as you all know this is the fuel for the financial engines in this country. The very idea of credit is seductive to most people because it offers the idea and opportunity to obtain things that you desire at a moment in time when you do not have a plan for the said, "desires". This system of credit and scoring, which enables you the amount of credit you can obtain, is seriously broken and its based on the very theory of which makes this system work, and that theory is GREED! In this country GREED has become a living thing. Its like a microrganism that was alive in a test tube and has been fed in increments so much now to the point it has grown so much that is can no longer be contained or controlled. This not only exists for individuals but this is true for businesses as well, thus one of the reasons for our so-called job shortage. That's a whole other blog guys! So what can we do, we can not give up control. So let me explain, if you are person who earns an income (whether through employment or business ownership), now is the time to take control of your reactive impulses that lead to greed. People we need to focus on our quality of life by first asking yourself these questions, Here is a scenario, you are shopping for a new pair of shoes that you need, okay so let's think about it, you want them to be fashionable, fit appropriately (well some of you won't care about this). Set a budget for yourself before shopping, so you are now in the store and several options are appealing to you the differences being mostly price. So do you purchase a $1500 pair of shoes versus a $100 pair that both have the same attributes, however the $1500 pair are the hottest with regard to fashion and are beyond your budget, wherein the $100 pair are equally fashionable but are not the hottest name but are within your budget, what do you do? It's obvious and most of know what we should do, this is when that greed kicks in and what do most of do, if we exceed our budget and have credit available, we hit up the credit and there it is, the disease starts. We usually trick ourselves into believing that if we do not purchase the more expensive pair we are somehow depriving ourselves, and then the thought comes why be deprived. Stop people its a trick and these very tricks are literally played out so much thus one of the MAIN reasons for our broken system and it starts with you and I. Think QUALITY of life, spend your money wisely while conserving your cash funds also think of the environment as well, (again another blog post :-D) Is it really worth making financial sacrifices for the sake of soothing your ego??? So don't be discouraged, just because you may be in debt today, plan to get out of it, make it your focus and follow through. My dad used to always tell me that with a plan in mind and heart, there is no room for failure. Today marks the beginning of a new mind set, let's make an effort in this new year to put an end of our psychological and social confines, think free, be free. Peace and Blessings! Sista

Just Be Thankful!

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 23:05:00 +0000

Hello Bloggers! Holiday time is the time that most of us reflect on the events of the past year and start counting our blessings as well as planning for the future, next year. With our ever changing society it is important for all us, no matter what your economic status, employed, unemployed, student, housewife, etc. We need to reflect on our life situations and be thankful. For those of you that know someone or are that someone whose life is currently without the comforts of structure like a home or steady finances, I am going to say this to you the one thing this great country and I do say great even with all its flaws, it offers all citizens the opportunity for some assistance. In other words if you are hungry or homeless the one thing that this country is great for is providing services to accommodate your situation all you have to do is inquire, seek and you will find. For the rest of us that are the providers of these services via our earnings through taxes, we should also be thankful that we live in a society that does have systems in place to accommodate those that require survival services such as a home and food because the fact is you could oneday be in need of these services! There is so much to be thankful for and again it does not matter what your circumstances are but I am POSITIVE that if you took a good look into your circumstances you will find not just one reason to be thankful you will find many because the biggest truth be told is that your current situation or circumstance could always be worse than it is! So I say to you all, don't just wait to the holiday time to have this mind state and heart state of humbleness and being thankful, The goal should be to be this way EVERY DAY, EVERY WAKING MOMENT...BE CONSCIOUS...BE HUMBLE...BE THANKFUL...BE BLESSED!

Peace and Blessings!
Sista

The Debt Collection GAME...Keep Your Eyes Open!

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 18:21:00 +0000

Peace and Blessings Bloggers!

In these harsh economic times I felt compelled to enlighten you to what I call the "The Debt Collection Game". So let me start by introducing you to the players, the debt collectors and there are several type, there is the "Clearing House Companies", these companies buy old, unpaid debt or accounts receivable from companies that have written your debt off so to reconcile their books they sell your debt to a company that now can collect your debt on behalf of the company you owed. Then there are law firms that do the same thing, however the biggest player would be the foreign hackers. Not to sound stereotypical, but lets be honest, it is a known fact that there are a few major corporations that are based in the countries outside of the United States that target Americans with annoying phone calls repeatedly from what I call "disposable" cell phones. Basically they purchase a lot of cell phones that are rotated by target customer and then disposed of. Here's the scenario, this one strange number keeps calling your home stating that they are from XYZ Collections and if you don't respond promptly they threaten that they are going to call the local authorities. Some of them have your personal information, like your social security number, your address or even the names of your relatives. They will leave trails of your info on your voicemail in the same manner that you toss out bait to fish in a lake, then wait to see how many take the bait! People BEWARE! Here's some tips to remember NOT to do: 1) On social media sites, beware of the games and applications, these fun loving software apps have hidden files that take your personal information and sell it to marketers and advertisers 2) I know folks need money, however if you can help it, NEVER take out a payday loan. These loans have ridiculous interest as well as your information that is used obtain the loan is also sold. 3) Be careful when giving out your name, address and phone for store lists.

So I say folks be careful and selective with your information as gone are days of giving your name, address and birthday to a stranger, though you give the info freely it could become costly to you! Make sure that when you do give up your info that it is clearly in your best interests without any potential consequences !

Be Blessed and may your journey be peaceful!

Sista

Happy New Year 2011...RENEWAL TIME

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 17:54:00 +0000

Peace and Blessings Bloggers, You are here to see 2011, be thankful that GOD has allowed you to see a new year, another chance for renewal of your mind, body and spirit! I am not only thankful for a new year, I am thankful for everyday that I am allowed to awake as I know there is a purpose for my existence or else I would cease to exist. Though we all know that day is inevitable, and we are allowed another day to live, we MUST, I mean we MUST continually do the following:
1. LOVE YOURSELF: I know this is a broad statement but loving yourself is a lot simplier than you think. The first step to loving you is taking care of you through proper eating, exercise for a strong body. Learn and accept who you are spiritually and the first step to achieving this is simply knowing and accepting that...THERE IS SOMETHING GREATER THAN YOU. I won't too deep with the spiritual this is just a very first step for those that don't know. For those that do, you already now, this is just a reminder! Lastly and most importantly, you need to learn through practice, the controlling of your thoughts. Good Thoughts produce positive energy that manifest into real entities. To build a strong mind, surround yourself with people that are like you, shed the negative people and you will feel a weight lifted off of you. You become what you think. If you think negative you will become negative if you think positive you will become positive and attract those entities to you. Keep in mind it takes practice and you will stumble, but as you are allowed to see another day, just know you have another chance to get it right! If your mind can believe it, that's the proof that you can achieve it!
2. EVALUATE YOUR LIFE: I know everyone sets the infamous New Years Resoultions that are usually forgotten in a few weeks of simply falling back to what is comfortable or what has been repetively consistent in your life. Yes old habits are hard to break but if you desire change, you must take action. Ask yourself "AM I WHERE I WANT TO BE"? If not, then ask yourself,"WHERE DO YOU WANT TO BE" even if where you want to be seems to be far fetched and hard to reach. This may be true for the now, but we are focusing on the future. Last question, "HOW DO I GET THERE"? This is the start of your journey, the planning. If you expect good things to happen, start now by planning then preparing, just like you plan to go to work each morning in preparation for end result for all your hard work, the paycheck is the payoff, this is the same philosophy and it works, you already know this. Use it for your personal goals as well and you will be on the path to achieving a FULFILLED LIFE, isn't that what we all really want out of our lives?

May your journey be peacefully blessed!

Sista

Happy Kwanzaa 2010 - UMOJA (Unity)

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Sun, 26 Dec 2010 17:56:00 +0000

PEACE and BLESSINGS Bloggers!

Today is the first day of KWANZAA and I pray that you all are encompassing today's principle UMOJA..(UNITY). UMOJA (UNITY) is a requirement for basic survival for the human race. Its not a principle that is easy to implement because people are complex and each person is uniquely individual with regard to their thought process and their values. Because of this UMOJA (UNITY) is difficult and requires effort from all for a common goal. We as people should emcompass the principle of UMOJA (UNITY) in our daily lives via our spirituality, via our families, via our friends or co-workers and neighbors. Just think of this scenario, if all the warnings we have heard regarding "END OF WORLD THEORIES", like the one most famously spoke of that is to occur in 2012, just think, what if it happened and that day is here, in your face and the world has lost all communication as we know, we have no electricity, no lights, no tv, no cell phones, no radio, nothing just us...PEOPLE. The principl of UMOJA (UNITY) would be REQUIRED for us, the people to survive, there is NO OTHER WAY. Start TODAY PEOPLE..THINK.

May Your Journey Be Peaceful...

Sista

Are you brainwashed?...Let's Find Out!

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 04:06:00 +0000

Peace Bloggers!

I am back, again! Missed you all and thank you for all the love, if I haven't got back to you I will soon! You know I don't appear unless I have something say, I have tons! But I am going to give it to you one post at a time, so stay tuned...
I want to give you another day in my life. For those of us who are or have worked in corporate, there is one thing that we all have experienced in our office culture at one time or another.....FEAR! Here's the typical corporate departmental scenario and I have names for them all, there's "Comic Relief" this is the person that is always looking for the fun in all work scenarios, when in fact this person is laughing to stop from either crying or freaking out so they utilize laughter as a form of therapy, which in fact, it actually does reduce stress. Then there is "Stoney", this is the serious person in the group that is quietly analyzing everyone and is the person in the group, you need not trust above all others, this person is the one that has the most ambition in the group and does not have a problem with throwing you under the bus just to get that promotion. This is the reason for their "stone face" and distant personality because they are selfish and only thinking of their progression. Then there is "Switch", this person will alternate their face from day to day or situation to situation. One moment they are the best team member and another moment they are the team's noted "slacker", theres no real logic to their behavior, so don't waste your time trying to rationalize either their loyalty or deceit, however one thing is for sure you can best believe that you will see both sides in intervals so be warned and more importantly never, ever trust this person because you just never know what day it is. Then lastly there is "Ole Faithful", this person is the one who actually likes what they do and because they like their work, they are very efficient and is always looking for ways to improve themselves. This is that person in the group that will fill in the gaps and cover for anyone at any time because the end game for them is purely success, they believe that success for the team is success for all so they will do all that is necessary to get to success. Now Ole Faithful, though they are in most cases the most reliable, proficient employee in the group will always seem to get the short end of the corporate ladder, its just like imagine a ladder that you are trying to climb and someone keeps pouring oil on the steps making it literally impossible to maintain your grip and balance in order to climb successfully. Another true statement about Ole Faithful is that they get stepped on all the time by the team and though they are conscious of the deceitful tricks, etc. they still manage to persevere focus and consistency. By now, I am sure that most of you can relate with all the above mentioned personality types and probably are dealing with at least one or two in your current work environment. In fact, one of these personalities may be you! Now to my point and question, what do you think all these personalities have in common, yes, the obvious...FEAR. Though all are different and choose to deal with their fear differently the basic, simple fact is that their fear is all based on one concept...LOSS OF COMFORT! They all are fighting to hold on to what they have and are also hopeful to the idea of prosperity. My point is that with the presence of fear we lose sight of what's really important in our life, our purpose, our very being. If you are so fortunate to be able to see a new day, there is the prospectus of hope, this hope can fueled for change but without purpose for your life outside of basic survival, you become brainwashed to Socio-Economic Slavery! Which is foundered on the theory of: YOU WORK, YOU EAT, YOU DON'T WORK, YOU DON'T EAT.these are all brainwashing techniques used for conformity and honestly WE ARE ALL VICTIMS, however, not all of us are brainwashed. And when I say brainwashed, I mean without any purpose to your existence. I know what I am saying is deep for some and completely understandable to others. Now ask yourself, are you brainwashed? If you believe that you are and I am sure most will not admit this to anyone, but truth is you cannot lie to yourself, so between you and me, I leave you with this..if you think that this analogy describes you or your thought process, just know that GOD WOKE YOU UP TODAY, SO TODAY YOU STILL HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY TO CHANGE THE WRONGS FROM YESTERDAY....KNOW HOPE!

May your journey be peaceful!

Sista

Twitterisms....Popularism or Therapy?

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 23:08:00 +0000

Peace and Blessings Bloggers!

It's been a minute and I have been very busy but I felt the need to blog about some of my encounters...another item in the day of my life...Let's talk about Twitter and tweeting as folks call it. Now first and foremost I want to put out there I have no issues with the concept of Twitter and I totally support freedom of speech via writing as I am a writer and this is what I do, my point is more centered around the whole reason why people "tweet". I did my own personal research on this subject, I registered and received a Twitter account and even installed an app on my blackberry so I send and view tweets anytime. I have to say that currently I have stopped tweeting because in the midst of all the activity of adding friends, following and posting tweets I realized something and this question came to mind in one word....WHY?

Now bloggers this is my own personal assessment in no way am I attacking Twitter or the people that use Twitter. So again, my analysis of "Why" prompted other thoughts and questions such as another "W" question, What is the purpose and Is there a purpose, after all any action has a reaction and it is all prompted initially with a purpose. So I started thinking about the folks that utilize Twitter the largest community consisting of celebrities. Celebrities have made Twitter a phenomenon, in fact its kind of funny because initially Twitter started out with everyday folk like you and I just writing our feelings, etc. and now celebrities have turned it into a popularity contest vetting the outcome and marking the celebrity's status as either an "A-Lister" or "D-Lister" all based on the amount of Twitter followers. And of course the media has taken this to an entire other level they now display Twitter stats at award ceremonies. What's even funnier to me is the fact that some celebrities will speak about Twitter in the sense like you or I would, explaining that they are just expressing themselves as they have the same amount of issues, etc. like everyone else in the world. Then you have those celebrities who have become infamous with their tweets to the point that they are literally offending people with their bird's eye view of race and culture. I am not going there, you all know who I am talking about! Then you have the obvious celebrities who make it crystal clear that they want and desire followers to build up their celebrity game.

So after my analysis which come from my own experiences using Twitter all I have to say is that Twitter, is a forum wherein people can express themselves freely via the written word, I totally applaud that because I am a writer and writing can be very therapeutic for your mind and spirit! Now to answer the "Why" question, in my opinion, why most people tweet in my opinion is for therapeutic reasons, to release a thought that they either they cannot express in an effective manner wherein one of the powers of the written word is that it is just there, there to be read by anyone at anytime as many times as one may want to, but the basic fact that it is there so the words which encompass a complete thought take on a life of their own. That's power! With regard to celebrities, they basically utilize the power in the same way we do with an added twist which enhances their celebrity, the very presence of their fame is allowed to live longer through the power of their words!

With all that said folks, I want you to think about this, the next time you follow a celebrity on Twitter or FaceBook, ask yourself why? So now, here's the scenario, you've asked yourself why and possibly answered why not, because you want to see wants going on with your favorite celebrity and you envision this person to be a really cool, down to earth person who may answer a tweet of yours and why not because they are on Twitter and it is really them, right? Okay so you are following this celebrity and tweeting to them however they never respond to you. Now you see that they respond to some folks, which are probably people they know or not, who really knows, but it doesn't matter because they have not responded to you. I ask how does that make you feel? Do you still want to follow these folks who are already famous and desires their fame to be escalated via all the many followers in this venue, your self included. Now ask yourself again why and then ask yourself what will I gain from this? I have your answers, absolutely nothing in fact I find that this action will only result in negative feelings for your expression in writing, which in fact takes away from why you are writing in the first place.

I honestly think that celebrities should give back something to that fan who may be on Twitter or Facebook that just wants to hear from them. However and as many of you know the excuse from most of them will be and in fact many of them post just this statement, "It is literally impossible for me to answer every tweet, so if I do not answer you do not become offended". I think that's a nice gesture but on the other hand if you put yourself out there like that you should stand and deliver with regard to the good bad and indifferent experiences you may encounter. I am not going to get started in on celebrities that would make this a longer blog entry than I had intended. There I go rambling again, for those of you that have read my blogs, that's just me, LOL.

So bloggers, these are my opinions but you have to admit I have presented you with some food for thought, think about it I would like to hear what your thoughts are so feel free to post a comment!

May your journeys be peacefully blessed!

Peace...

Sista

A DeHumanization of A Race...Change Is Relevant

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 22:24:00 +0000

Peace and Blessings Bloggers!

I made a rule when I first starting writing and that was that I would not be a politicial writer and I will not get involved in the headlines of the day. Well, the recent headlines have me literally swollen in tense anguish, as like many of you choose to believe that you are MINORITIES. Well you are not a MINORITY, IN FACT you ARE A PART OF A MAJORITY. I don't need to flash names around this blog as ALL OF AMERICA knows the incident that took place in New York that to date which now has ALL PEOPLE ON ALERT to the the fact that the New York Criminal Justice System dehumanizes African Americans thus giving essence and relevance to the word used for African Americans or shall I say just people of color and that is..."Minority". Are we that minor that non-relevant to society wherein our very lives can be erased without any trace of justification for irreversible crimes against us such as murder? Folks, there is one truth that we don't talk about, you know the media and certain classes of folks in America will call African American people minorities and attempt to dehumanize us via drug usage, our food and more importantly our economic class via our jobs. This one truth has never changed. However, the truth be told is that when you see reflected the fear and inferiority complexes of other classes of people and I stress classes of people because racism is not based on race alone in America, it is not the color of the skin that is the big fuss, it is primarily based on economic class. The saddest part of all of this is that you have race against race. This is the new age racism. It has been clear and relevant for some time. What is really funny though is the fear that has been aroused by our president whom happens to be an African American, Is the President of the United States, An African American considered a minority, when in fact he is the LEADER OF THIS COUNTRY????? So for you folks who insist on using the word minority, think again, look at the ethnicity of the man who is running this country and ask yourself is he minor?

May your journey be peaceful!

PEACE

Sista

An Update for those that care....

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 15:54:00 +0000

Peace and Blessings!

Again, I feel very obligated to give updates on why I have not created any new posts to my blog. Some of you have sent me messages and have experienced an interest for me to continue to write interesting topics as it pertains to my life experiences. Well for those folks and anyone else who reads and enjoys my blog, I have been writing a book for a few years and I am now in major editing mode currently that's the reason why I have not allotted time to write on my blog. However, without giving any details about my book, I will be blogging more frequently and I have TONS of topics and experiences to share with you all.

So thank you for the support and STAY TUNED...!

"While experiencing your journey, I pray that you and yours be and remain sustained in these harsh economic times...don't just pray about it, know it. BE BLESSED"

Sista

"Kids Have A Voice...Its Time to Listen"

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:34:00 +0000

With today’s current events regarding the economy expelled from the mouths of everyone, on the television and radio, folks, have we asked our children, what are their thoughts? The current events definitely play a part in the future, but the children will eventually control it. What is on the minds of our kids? We need to know parents, it is imperative to the future. I asked my son who is 15 years old, what are his thoughts on the economy and he said, “I know that education is important so I need to finish high school and while in high school I need to start preparing for college. The only thing that I am really worried about is how I am going to pay for college. It seems that if the economy does not get better, there may not be a lot of opportunities out there for me to go to college. But I do have some hope because when I look at Obama, I see a reflection of who I will be, a black man. But I don’t only see a black man I see the most important man in this country, the chief executive, a respected black man, and in that thought it feels good, I have hope that the economy will get better and there will be opportunities available for me.” I was completely blown away when he said that to me. I had no idea that my 15 year old who is obsessed with Playstation, Xbox and Sports was so deep, who knew. I knew he followed the election as he could not escape from it at home, it was on the TV at home, the teacher is talking about at school its everywhere, so I experienced him being engaged, but nonetheless, I was still stunned by his comments. Again Parents to my point, talk to your children, you may find that your couch potato, internet surfing, video game playing child has a lot to say about the now and the future. It is important that you hear what their thoughts are and start on the next steps which are to make a Plan B for their future. As your Plan A will need backup in these unstable times. Regardless of what we need to prepare them more than ever, as tomorrow is promised to no one and all of our days are numbered and depleting everyday as well as opportunities. So folks don’t sleep on the kids, hear their battle cry.

“May your journey be peaceful and blessed, stay mindful of your children, talk to them”!

Sista

I dedicate this video to my sons..."Sons as you experience changes good and bad know this, with changes comes choices, with choices comes consequences. You are empowered with choices to produce change. The choice is yours, as well as the consequences".

Tupac - "CHANGES"

"Parents this song should help to inspire you to...I am always humbled and reminded of how thankful I am when I hear this song. MJB has that GOD given gift to make you "feel the real" in matters of the heart."

Mary J. Blige – “CHILDREN OF THE GHETTO”

Something DOES have to GIVE!

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 23:22:00 +0000

PEACE AND BLESSINGS!

Thank you all for your email and support during my blog drought! But Sista is BACK and here to stay like Barack! But through our world history changing moments, something does have to give. With the declines of...The Job Market, The Stock Market, The Food Bank, The Automobile Industry, The Banking Institutions, ETC. ETC. forget RECESSION, the aforementioned activity wreaks DEPRESSION, because its just that depressing. What is really depressing is that though I STRONGLY FEEL like many of you that President Barack Obama is the best choice for president, however, the media and many Americans expectations are so high with regard to his role in changing and basically cleaning up the mess that the Republican party made, its like people expect this change to occur overnight. It really pisses me off because the forces that be that are currently watching President Obama's EVERY move and reporting on it, where were these folks when President Bush was screwing up the country's resources in useless programs, non-trustworthy world leader alliances and unsuccessful strategies to replenish our resources that have been drastically depleted, like OIL! That's why I STRESS.....SOMETHING'S GONNA HAVE TO GIVE OR WE CANNOT LIVE! My spirit tells me that President Obama will bring forth change this world has never seen, however, there is so much cleanup to do, time is of the essence and unfortunately for now he is only awarded 4 years, we may need more, but he is off to a GREAT START. Hey after all WHATEVER GOD HAS PUT FORTH NO LET MAN PUT ASUNDER! (PS: Hey for ole school club bangers, remember that jam! "Let NO MAN PUT ASUNDER, AWWWH Yeah!) Okay I had a flashback from the past, had to make you laugh and dance...see below...

In the meantime, enjoy Atlanta Homie...BIG BOI and my girl MJB...

And may your journey be peacefully blessed!

Sista

Big Boi featuring Mary J. Blige - "SUMTHIN'S GONNA HAVE TO GIVE"

Okay...Okay..."It's Not OVER....(PS: I have to pay homage to original group that made this song..."First Choice", my beautiful sistas! I am a MJB fanatic, so I had to give you MJB's version!)

Mary J. Blige - "LET NO MAN PUT ASUNDER"...ENJOY!

ConFession....In Session

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:11:00 +0000

Peace and Blessings Bloggers!

I know, I know its been a MINUTE....! BUT I AM BACK. Before I get started, I have to always give thanks to GOD who keeps me alert and wakes me up daily and to those who have sent me those heart felt shout outs, especially the the Hip Hop Headz who have been raving over my hip hip persona....If you don't know you better ask somebody, TRUE SCHOOL HERE! Okay IT AINT OVER....I got something for you. My topic for you today is CONFESSION...You read this correctly....C O N F E S S I O N...IT WILL SET YOU FREE! I have touched on this topic before but here we go again with a new boldness in my spirit and here's the reflection:

There are many people who can say they have nothing they need nor want to confess and if you are one of those people, I am here to tell you that you are lying to yourself ONLY, seriously! People you need to be real with yourself. You know you can go on and lie to yourself, but you can't lie to GOD. I bring up confession because when you confess out of your mouth something that is in your spirit that is uncomfortable and you ALL know what I am speaking about, you know those times when you are on public transportation a train or a bus and you are sitting next to that nice lady with the smile or easy going gentleman who may strike up a conversation and then you go on to pour out a huge chunk of your life to a complete stranger! Y'all know what I am talking about. And when its over and you are left alone, not really alone, you and GOD, and you start thinking to yourself, "Wow, I just told a complete stranger my life history, what is wrong with me!" Then just as the dust settles and you are finished beating yourself up a bit cause you feel a like you defied your own character, you start to rationalize the incident by saying to yourself and GOD, "Wow, it felt good to get that out and what she/he said is true and I do really need to take that advice, Wow, I feel much better now cause I can move on"...Confession is good for the SOUL. So for those of you that did that today, don't you feel better now that you have received confirmation that you are not CRAZY, but you are more spiritual than you probably know and you have been touched by GOD, cause you reached out for comfort and comfort is what was provided?

Now most of you who have been through this and who have just gone through will forget it about this just as the glow starts to diminish its shine and memory starts to get jumbled with the rest of the day/evening's events. THAT'S MY WHOLE POINT AND THAT IS....HERE IT COMES, ONCE AGAIN....PAY ATTENTION PEOPLE, THIS IS JUST ANOTHER EXAMPLE OF GOD'S PRESENCE UPON YOU, MAGNIFY IT, REMEMBER, REVISIT, BUT NEVER FORGET!

PEACE AND BLESSINGS

"May your journey be peaceful"!

Sista

"FOR MY HIP HOP HEADZ...You have to love T.I....Since today's topic was about CONFESSION + HONESTY = HUMBLE SPIRIT= SPIRITUAL CONNECTION TO GOD...T.I. is whole hearted confessing to the world about his journeys just listen to his transformation.....ITS NOT A GAME AND GOD AIN'T PLAYIN... PAY ATTENTION - DON'T SLEEP"

T.I. - "NO MATTER WHAT"!

TODAY'S Message....from back in the day...TODAY!

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 15:27:00 +0000

Peace and Blessings Bloggers!

Today's message, as demonstrated by Grandmaster Flash and Furious Five (for you new school folks, these brothers are TRUE SCHOOL Rappers (not just OLD SCHOOL)...are enlightening us in their timeless classic, "The Message", I say timeless, for as old as this song and video are, everything they speak about in their message exists TODAY. I say, is it not EVIDENT? But I also say that though "The Message" depicts the negativity that many of us face daily, more importantly it's message is to enlighten us. This is for those of us that are going through and those that are observing, to.....CHANGE!
That infamous word for this decade CHANGE, get the message...?

Peace..

Sista

The MESSAGE - GrandMaster Flash and The Furious Five!

"HOLD UP..It Ain't Over!"

"For those of you who may not get it since it is a fact that there are some of you out there still struggling with which way you should go, what path to take even if it is right in your face....HELLOOOOOO!(YEAH, I AM TALKING TO YOU AND YOU). Again I stress, ACKNOWLEDGE your issue as this is the path to ACCEPTANCE once accepted, then you are on the path to RESOLUTION. I am sorry for those folks that may find the truth offensive, that's just the kind of Sista I am my delivery will always be up in your FACE, JUST LIKE ME, HATE OR LOVE IT. I make that statement as I have received a few emails and voicemails from folks who really don't get it. I have had communications from folks stating that I am a racist as all I speak to is Black People. Well folks though I am a Black Woman (African American), the message that I aim to deliver here has NO COLOR, these issues affect ALL PEOPLE and the messages that I deliver via this blog are FOR ALL PEOPLE, though the media would have you think otherwise (that's another blog entry, stay tuned). For you haters, "If my blackness affects you, check yourself as you obviously have no esteem for your culture or the ethnicity you come from, so don't hate, spread love, more importantly to yourself first and know this that all people from all races and ethnicities are unique and have something wonderful and exciting to offer the world, what are you waiting for and where's your contribution? So stop wasting time on foolishness!
Besides, we don't accept hate mail here, however we do accept MASTERCARD, VISA, AMERICAN EXPRESS, awwwh just joking folks! Again I apologize for the babbling, it happens as I write from my soul and this issue has put a bad taste in my mouth that I had to dispel that, its gone, back on track... Oh Well, here is the answer to the "The MESSAGE"!

"We ain't meant to SURVIVE cause its a SETUP, I know you're FED UP, BUT YOU GOT TO KEEP YOUR HEAD UP"! - Tupac Shakur

"Keep Ya Head UP - Tupac Shakur
ONE LOVE....

Sista

Recess is not the time in this RECESSION!

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Sun, 30 Mar 2008 16:00:00 +0000

Peace and Blessing Bloggers! I know its been a minute but as many of you I have been positioning myself spiritually and financially for this "RECESSION". I hope many if not all of you that read this are doing or at least planning on doing the same, its imperative as the state of world affairs are under ATTACK, both spiritually and financially! I'd like to address the spiritual aspects of this recession, bloggers when we think of a recession we think of money issues, our credit, our job security, our homes, etc. Though a recession does affect all of those things but, what we need to pay attention to first is our spiritual life, our spiritual beliefs, essentially the way we live. Now I am not going to advocate my spirituality, my religion, upon you as it is your personal choice, however what I am going to do is to bring to your attention what every soul needs and that is a pathway to quality of life as it may be perceived from the arena of PEACE. And for the skeptics, just continue to read, leave a message, comment or not, but know this your negative energy will not be housed in this forum, as it will dissipate like the empty vapor that it is. Now that I have made my proclamation of PEACE, I stand and I suggest that you all do the same. In these trying times of CONFUSION (RECESSION), all people are now faced with a crossroad, the crossroads are simple and they are clearly SUCCESS or FAILURE. Currently the odds are in the favor of FAILURE if you look at the world state as a whole right now. I say that because with money being a driving force in which people depend on for their lively hood, their physical survival it seems to be the one road that most of focus on. However what I aim to bring to your attention is that this is wrong primary focus, you all and self included should be focusing on your spiritual being, your mental health then your physical health and the answers you seek will be clearly defined for your financial health. Okay I am sure by now most of you are like what is she talking about stop dragging this out, just tell us already, you see you folks are the ones that I break down the points for so relax, I assure you there is a point. For those of us that are fortunate to be employed, a term that I know many people say especially now. Trust me it is a trick to think that way. Your fortune was defined by you, the reason you have your job or your business is because of what you had to offer an employer, a customer, the passion you have to go to work or to your place of business, the drive to succeed at what you do is all owned by YOU. Though being humble and thankful is a strong spiritual attribute; that I am in no means trying to take away from, we are forgetting the primary reason of why we have what we have and it is simply because of YOU. What we fail to remember is the PASSION and ENERGY that motivates us, this is why we must be reminded daily of our spirituality, our mental health, it is the core attribute that allows us to experience PASSION and to possess the energy and drive that we need to be SUCCESSFUL at WHATEVER WE CHOOSE TO DO. So I stress BLOGGERS, with the state of world affairs currently there is "NO TIME FOR RECESS in this RECESSION". We need to maintain a POSITIVE, SPIRITUALLY FUSED MINDSET in order to walk the pathway of SUCCESS! If GOD brings you to it, you will get through it...May your journey be peaceful.....Sista

Anger! Can It be Controlled or Not?

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 00:52:00 +0000

What's up Bloggers!

I just felt the need to examine a known inner demon that we are all faced with and that is the emotion, "Anger". You know anger can take us to places that we later can live to regret if we don't learn how to control it. My belief is that before we learn to control anything we must first understand the thing we are striving to control.
The Merriam-Webster definition of "Anger" is "an intense emotional state induced by displeasure." This definition defines "Anger" generically, however it is the intensity that truly gives a clear definition of anger. I know what most of you are saying and that is there she goes again, talking about stuff that she is probably guilty of too and you know what I am, in fact there is not one human on this planet that is free from it, we will never be free from it, but we can learn to control the intensity and our reactions from it, that being my whole point. I would say the only effective way that I know to deal with anger is to face it. As soon as it occurs, the first thing we do is to look to react either in the form of verbal action or physical action, no matter what there is always a reaction. Before the reaction occurs what we must, again BE WATCHFUL AND FOCUS upon, is that short iterim before the reaction. Keep in mind I did say short interim, cause it is like in an eye's blink short, but our thought process is actually faster and can overcome it, however we just need to learn what switch to flip to pause the reaction and let the thought process kick in. The thought process being your inner voice, your spirit talking to you telling you, "Don't you hit that person, cause when you do they are going to hit you back and it will go on to another level of pain". If we ONLY allow ourselves to learn how to control that switch, how to put the pain on pause and think of the consequences that can occur based on how we react we could probably alliviate at least several different diseases of the heart as well as reactions that cause us the kind of pain that we cannot rectify. I know what most of you are thinking, wow, that's scary, but you know what and I stress, WE ALL HAVE BEEN THERE! And there are some of us on the brink of taking it to another level, I am talking primarily to you...you folks on the edge for one reason or another and its like this ugly demon, ANGER, that lingers around waiting using people, situations, etc to taunt us so we react, which does nothing but fuel ANGER's negative energy and what happens it grows and escalates and becomes a living thing, a thing that has a destiny of its own and its destiny is to destroy and devour. . What happens to us, well nothing good or positive, I can GUARANTEE that and that's what I need you to think about before it happens.

In the midst of writing this blog, someone in my household said something to me that angered me and I started to react but because I am conscious about the subject as I type these words on this blog, I used my own advice and flipped the switch and erased the negativity thus replacing it with positive energy, and I confess to you all, it FELT ABSOLUTELY GREAT, IT FELT LIKE FREEDOM....seriously! You see folks I am not just talking and writing about this stuff, I live it. Though I am not perfect, as NO MAN OR WOMAN is, I am conscious and strive to stay calm and peaceful in lieu of whatever negativity entity that may be lurking. I have the desire to be free just like you and though we live in a society filled with rules and none of us are really free, in the physical sense as we have so many boundaries our jobs, our race, our sex, etc, but you and I have one entity within us that has the ability to be free and that is our spirit, if we live by the spirit allowing love, peace, kindness, joy, patience, self control and faithfulness into our hearts and minds, we are free!

MAY YOUR JOURNEY BE BLESSED AND PEACEFUL!

Sista

Happy Kwanzaa -Kujichagulia !

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 19:47:00 +0000

To all my supportive readers and fellow bloggers! I have so much to share with you and will be sharing real soon I just wanted to send my blessings of peace to you...so..."May this season be filled with new hope for new beginnings with positive transitions or endings. Be safe, healthy happy and above all give praise to the most high...GOD"! And a special message for those of you whose right now does not look very bright, know this, it could be worse and GOD's ear is always there, the reality for change is only a prayer away"!

MAY YOUR JOURNEY FIND UNITY and KUJICHAGULIA !

BE BLESSED

Sista

Just Thankful, emulates..."Just Fine"

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Sun, 11 Nov 2007 15:50:00 +0000

What's up Bloggers!

It has been a minute been a bit busy, what else is new! Well, what's new to me is the ever changing attention through my life, as the example, of GOD's Love! It's not really new, but it feels new as I learn each day different ways of why I should be thankful. I am not just bringing up this topic as an exploit of Thanksgiving, though it would be a good one marketing tool, however one of my inspirations as many of you bloggers that have been reading my blog know is music. My inspiration for this blog was Mary J. Blige's new song, "Just Fine". I am exclusively featuring it here, as I have purchased the video from iTunes. This song expresses "Pure Joy", you know that time in your life when GOD is showing you stuff and you are getting it and positive things are manifesting in your life, well that would be where I am at and I am SOOOO THANKFUL. You know folks life throws curves at all of us, I have said this before, we must pay attention to the people that come into our life on a daily basis, the strangers, friends, family and the situations that we are presented with, these are not mistakes folks they are all a part of GOD's GRAND DESIGN. We need to focus on the messages as there are lessons to be learned and it is when you reach that level you can see your destiny manifest before you, I offer you this as my living testimony, its real folks. Just think, you know that bum that you may have seen that just came up to you and started babbling and you are fearful that he might rob you or something, if you strip away the fear and listen you will hear a message. Even if the words don't make sense know this, he came to you as your energy led him, the next question would be what type of energy were you reflecting at the time of his approach? If it was negative energy, you know what to do, you all have the power within you to do and that is get rid of it immediately, if is positive, look at your heart and react.

That's why it is important to remain focused on how you walk through life and the people and situations that you are presented with, your reaction or non-action plots a trail to your destiny...that's living.

Again, I am thankful that Mary J. Blige did this song, cause it reminds me of the constant joy and why I need to remain focused. Thanks Mary!

MAY YOUR JOURNEY BE PEACEFUL AND BLESSED!
Sista

PS: BLOGGERS! I had to update you with Mary's joint "Work That" from her album Growing Pains....this song explains Sistas why its okay to love yourself, if you won't listen to me, listen to Mary.,...

WORK THAT - Mary J. Blige

JUST FINE - Mary J. Blige

Blogging Against ABUSE....I Fight For Children!

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 01:05:00 +0000

Peace and Blessings Bloggers!

My topic for today's ongoing blog rally, BLOGGERS UNITE!, is Against Child Abuse. Though all abuse is disturbing, child abuse is by far the ABSOLUTE WORST! I could go on and on with reasons why but the most obvious and relevant reason would be the simple fact that children cannot defend themselves effectively against the abuse from an adult. Children just don't have the physical strength and for some the mental strength to ward off a child abuser. I am a mother of two and my heart goes out to all and any mothers that may have experienced an incident of child abuse with their child. This is EVERY MOTHER'S WORST FEAR! By the grace of GOD, my own child was saved as he was a target of a pedophile. This sick individual came to our home late one evening posing as a repossession inspector. I have a great habit of NEVER answering the door at the door but at a window instead as I want to see them before they see me. I looked out the window and did not let him see me and asked what did he want, he went on to talk about some car that does not exist at my address and stated that the car was involved in a crime, etc. etc. and that he had to repossess it. He claimed the car was registered using my address. I told him that the story was bogus. He tried to tell me that I needed to sign some papers and if I did not do it now he would be back tomorrow with the police, I told him sure. So he got in his car and left, however he did not really, in fact he tried to break in my side door but what he did not know is that I have ADT alarms on all my doors and windows so when he rammed into the door, the alarm immediately sounded and the police were at my house in less than 5 minutes. They were only there that quick, because again by the GRACE OF GOD, I live a few houses away and on the same side as a police officer. When you live near a police officer the police tend to respond quickly. So the police came and took a report of the account. And my family and I were just very thankful he was unsuccessful in getting into the house. Well, the story does not end here, about 2 weeks later, I am watching the news while walking through the house and brushing my teeth at the same time, for you working folks, you know the multi-tasking routines that we all go through before leaving for work. Anyway, I saw the face of the intruder that came to our house and attempted to break in on the television. They caught him trying to pick up a kid, a young boy from a nearby park in my town. This guy was on the known sex offenders list and listed as a pedophile. Well as you can imagine, I lost it! I dropped my toothbrush with spit and toothpaste everywhere, anyway...I immediately called the detective in charge of the case as the news reporter was urging anyone who had come in contact with this man to come forward, so I did. The detective had me positively identify him as the intruder who had come to our house. Needless to say he was arrested and is currently serving a 20 year sentence for various charges. There is so much that I could say but I won't because it will twist the topic into other topics, however, I will say this as long as GOD allows me to stay mentally and physically strong, I will do everything that I can within the power that GOD invests in me to stop and fight against child abuse! Not just for my child but all children, cause they cannot help themselves it is up to us, it is our responsibilty as adults to lead our children and protect them, they are the future! They are truly diamonds in the rough to be treasured as they are irreplacable. Parents the way the world has evolved and keeps evolving good and bad, we need to do the same and teach our children not only about the old ways on how to protect themselves, but new ones as the old ways don't really apply anymore! Stay mindful and watchful Parents....our children need us!

MAY YOUR JOURNEY BE PEACEFUL AND MAY GOD WATCH OVER YOU AND YOUR CHILDREN!

Peace and Blessings!

Sista

It's Not ALWAYS About You....!

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Thu, 20 Sep 2007 09:08:00 +0000

What's up Bloggers!

It has been a minute, wanted to give Ms. Scott some shine in support of her new album which brings me to the topic of this post, "It's Not Always About You"! Hey folks seriously, there are a lot of people that I know and dont' know need to realize this fact. Have you ever noticed that while in a public place you engage in a conversation with a total stranger? More importantly have you ever had some revealing conversations with a stranger wherein you found yourself not only on the receiving end of some of the best advice ever but you were also delivering great advice to the point, you actually had a revelation about yourself and your abilities? Well, this is NO mistake, because though you were receiving great advice you were also a giver, in some cases most of us don't even realize because truth be told, ITS NOT ALL ABOUT YOU. I honestly believe that GOD allowed civilization to evolve in the pursuit of happiness for all, not just you. Everything you do that is an action has a reaction if not just for you for someone, somewhere and though it may not always be clear, it is part of GOD'S great design for harmonious living. We do it without even thinking about it. Another example would be on a day when you feel life sucks in everyway imaginable and you are walking around the world crazed with grief and again, here comes that stranger that may simply allow you to take his or her place while you are standing in a long line as a friendly gesture and suddenly your dark day has some light and though the affect of this kind simple gesture does not seem great but it is the start of POSITIVE ENERGY TRANSFERRAL or by its other names, METAPHYSICS or mostly recently identified in the infamous book "The Secret". Well we all know that's a good thing and you are wondering okay I get the postive energy transferral but that's about me, well yes and no. You see that same person that displayed a simple gesture of kindness also felt good about doing it, I call it the ping pong affect, cause that's what it is, it is the same as when someone smiles at you, its contagious so what do you do, you smile back. Another example would be with your personal friendships, have you ever had a friend who is always looking to you and what you do, even emulates you to the point it seems that they envy you somewhat and this same person comes to you with their problems cause they really admire and look up to you? So what do you do, you reach out and give the best advice you can think of and this is okay and seems somewhat fulfilling on both ends for a while. Now we all have had friends who lean on us some more than others but we also know the outcome of dependent people like this, they usually turn on you and flip all of the great advice, the long hours on the phone, just the huge chunk out of your life that you have given them in pursuit of their happiness and then they are suddenly strong and confident now so they turn on you and you are now an enemy! Well I say all of this to say again, its not always about you folks, people need to not be so self centered in their worlds and recognize that we are all part of a great design that consists of energy both positive and negative that affects all of us, not just you. The very person you could be leaning on could be having a difficult time too, but these folks don't see nor care they see only what is in front of them.

So the next time you have a problem and you want consultation from someone, and they give it to you, be thankful and humble yourself to realize that GOD put that person there for your help as he hears your cries but this to be only for a season. There is a lesson to learn, embrace it and move on, not to use this resource as a PERMANENT RESOURCE TO LEAN ON, that's the problem folks, its not always about you, you upset GOD'S grand design when you cannot learn and move on to EVOLVE, what you are doing in fact is hindering this resource from evolution, this GOD SENT PERSON has the right just as you do to move on, evolve to another level! We all need to pay attention because...ITS NOT ALWAYS ABOUT YOU, with that said I close and say this to those who will think this is for them, well it is and I hope you have learned that my evolution and yours is inevitable and what you went through yesterday, should not occur again today and if it does be mindful and clear as to what to do and do not seek advice for things that you have already conquered! As you can see bloggers, this topic touches my heart so I rambled a bit, I am that person who is tired of folks that just don't evolve because they are wrapped up into themselves. Its like no matter how much you show them, teach them with all that GOD has given you they just don't get it, what is a person to do but let go so they are forced to let evolution happen naturally, the way GOD intended. And on the topic of envy, that's probably a two part blog for me, have a lot to say about that, its a real problem. Anyway sorry for the rambling, had to get that out, its gone, I'm good...PEACE AND BLESSINGS

MAY YOUR JOURNEY BE PEACEFUL...

ONE...

Sista

My Girl..."Jill Scott"!

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Sun, 26 Aug 2007 18:25:00 +0000

What's up Bloggers!

It should be no surprise to you all that I am a huge Jill Scott fan! Jill Scott epitomizes to me the very essence of "STRENGTH, BEAUTY AND CONFIDENCE", her singing and delivery wreaks of it, especially her new jam..."Hate On Me", wow I can so relate to her and so can many of you! Her music has always been inspirational, uplifting and energizing to me, so Ms. Scott if you happen to check this out, there is nothing but love here for you! Keep on sista inspiring us with your art!

This blog entry is dedicated to Ms. Scott and to those of you that feel the same way, feel free to drop a note and let her know, support her album, don't talk about it, be about it!

MAY YOUR JOURNEYS BE PEACEFUL!

Peace...

Sista

Her latest..."Hate On Me" - Jill Scott!

New York State of Mind...We are Thankful!

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 00:08:00 +0000

What's up Bloggers!

I want to start off and thank you all whom have viewed and commented on my blog from the top, middle and bottom of my heart! Your kind words of inspiration are just another reminder of how blessed I am and I am so thankful!

Since I am on the topic of being thankful, let's go there...! You know being a native New Yorker, you wouldn't think that I am a thankful person and could even have a notion about being thankful. People from other places than New York seem to think ALL New Yorkers are rude, non-social and just plain nasty. Well, from experience I am can say that about 50% of that is true but then there is the perspective view of a New Yorker. New York is the MOST fast-paced city in the WORLD! Everything here is based on time and money and not always in the same order. As most of you know, NYC never sleeps, seriously and with that said the streets are always busy and crowded. Everyone has somewhere to go because there is so much to do, I want you to tell me, what red-blooded human would not have an attitude at least once if not more times per day having to incur a fast paced environment with a million other people who are either having a bad day, in a hurry or just don't want to be bothered? Now you all are probably thinking, yeah New Yorkers are so rude and unsocial, again 50% true. New York City is literally party central, there is a party going on somewhere, in fact not just one party but MANY going on every night of the week, including Sunday. So folks, we are not really non-social, though we can be rude as explained..but there is however a flip side to New Yorker's perspective and here is where the thankfulness comes in.

One of the best qualities about living in New York are the amounts of opportunity, there is no reason for a person in New York to be unemployed, because there are tons of opportunities for jobs at every level and tons of opportunities to receive training. I know what you are thinking, "Why are there so many homeless people on the streets"? Well to answer that question, ask yourself this, are they all really homeless begging for money or not? The fact is they are not and for the ones that are truly homeless, they are on the street because they don't want to adhere to the confines of a shelter so they rough it and survive by begging, using their talents such as painting, singing, etc. And then you have scam artists that live better than you and I that literally get dressed "down" in scrappy clothing to appear homeless with a cardboard sign and beg for money. Meanwhile they are going around the corner to get into their S500! (And I actually saw this happen on the way to work!) Point made again, this is a city of opportunity...positive or negative, you decide, but opportunity nonetheless.

So you see folks, New Yorkers are VERY thankful, why, because no matter how bad things can get here with regard to finances, relationships or even the brutal weather in the winter, the fact is New York hosts so many opportunities to achieve a person's dreams with that said, trust me New Yorkers are thankful and that's why most of us natives have a hard time adapting other places and for those that do, will surely agree...There is no place like New York and if you can survive here, you can survive ANYWHERE!

Bloggers! MAY YOUR JOURNEYS BE PEACEFUL!

Peace and Blessings!

Sista

Beware! Spoken Negative Energy - Negative Karma Transferral!

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Sat, 18 Aug 2007 05:48:00 +0000

What's up bloggers!

Have you ever held a conversation with someone and expressed to them what a good day or experience you were having because you are feeling so much positive energy you are on a natural high? Now while you are bursting with joy and positive energy pulsing through your veins, this person says to you the most negative notations, for example, "well things may look good now but then there are those rainy days? OMG! Then suddenly your energy is easily reverted, to negative energy because now you are upset about the possibility of your joy being stolen. So you start to rethink you pleasant experience and see the bad side. Newsflash! you are now stuck on stupid cause your joy has been stolen right from under your nose...But it's time to WAKE UP! So check this out...

Well here's the thing, this person or persons are exercising a common but effective form of "reverse psychology" to make you think they are offering you positive sound advice cause they are keeping it real when in fact, they are actually sowing negative energy seeds! What makes most of these people succeed at this because it is usually someone that you really like and respect. Now let's give this some thought for a minute, you start to rationalize their behaviour because this cool chick or dude, known them for a while, they wouldn't want to purposely harm me, awwh they don't know what they are saying or they did not mean it like that. The fact is there could be some legitimacy in one or all of those statements about this person whether it be consciously done or unconscious it is what it is, NEGATIVITY CHALLENGING POSITIVITY. Now don't get me wrong bloggers, the negative side is just as real as the positive, it is the very balance of nature, therefore the expectation of positivity is good and usually transforms, however so is the negative in some form or another at some time. My point is though we all know there will bad days as well as the good, know this, life is not guaranteed forever for any of us therefore we need to bask in the light of positive energy for as long as we can and enjoy this life. Just like my mom sowed her positive seed in me backing it up with the saying, "Honey, don't let anyone steal your joy, life ain't forever, enjoy it while you can"!

So the next time someone steps to you attempting to pass on some negative karma, block your hearing don't listen, don't absorb it at all, hold on to the natural high for as long as you can....as the journey continues for now...I leave you with that and...MAY YOUR JOURNEYS BE PEACEFUL....

PEACE AND BLESSINGS!

Also Bloggers: I would like to thank you for all the kind words and encouragement that I have been receiving, I am so thankful and will continue to share my experiences with you.

ONE..

Sista

To Forgive is DIVINE!

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 02:06:00 +0000

What's up Bloggers!

The gift of forgiveness is a hard one to give away. Most folks can't even conceptualize what I am talking about when I say the "gift of forgiveness". You might ask, why would forgiveness come in the form of a gift. First off forgiveness is one of the hardest emotions to accept because it involves several others, those being, humbleness, honesty and most of all sympathy. For one to humble his or herself they must shutdown pride and their overall ego which blocks the rationale for a person to become humble. Honesty, without it, you cannot see what to forgive. And lastly sympathy, with humble and honesty mixed together, the end result is sympathy, cause it is now in your face! Anyway I bring up all this to make a point and the point is, if you know someone that has hurt you, forgive them because if you don't the power of non-forgiveness which manifests into anger and hate holds you as a prisoner. The spiritual, mental and emotional bondage this brings over time will start to deteriorate your very being turning you into something you don't want to become and that is LOST, LOST TO THE LOVE OF GOD. Thus this is the reason why I call forgiveness a gift because of the magnitude of emotional, spiritual and mental strength that it takes to actually forgive someone, is special but the magic is in its after effect, the aroma of freedom, free from the mental, emotional and spiritual bonds! Bloggers I don't know what got in to me to write this, I am sure some of you can figure it out.....

MAY YOUR JOURNEY BE PEACEFUL.....

Sista

"I Got A New Attitude, from my head to my shoes..."!

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Sat, 11 Aug 2007 03:57:00 +0000

Hey Bloggers!

I've got such a new attitude, I have been feeling really stinky lately because I have had people that I have cared about for a long time to let me down because I have always wanted to believe that they were my friends and the truth is they are not. This is something that many people with a sincere heart suffer from, I am most definitely a victim of this. I wear my heart on my sleeve and am so sincere with it but people often take my kindness for weakness and step all over me. Its a problem that i have personally suffered with for years and until just recently have given up being the victim of suffering. I have decided that I don't need people like this in my life so I have basically removed the unwanted emotional baggage and got a new attitude. Now I know some of you will read this post and be like is she talking about me, well the fact is that if you have to ask yourself that question, then I probably am talking about you. And like they say if the shoe fits wear it and walk away....! Well that's enough of that, I am done!

"MAY YOUR JOURNEY BE PEACEFUL AND YOUR THIRD EYE OPEN WITH FULL SIGHT"!

Sista

Moving on..after stepping up...no reward, have stepped out!

noreply@blogger.com (Poetic Sista) — Fri, 10 Aug 2007 02:09:00 +0000

Hey Bloggers

It has been a minute, but I have exciting news for the folks out there are tired of the same routine with no room for advancement. Well I have moved on to the next episode of employment, handed in my resignation, took a week vacation and will start fresh and new. I am totally siked. It took some effort and some strong PRAYER...I so happy right now it is surreal. What really bugs me is all the interest from my previous job. I don't know why people have to find out where you work, they want all the details like what company, where it is, etc. It seems somewhat wrong, I don't really like it, it seems like if they had an opportunity to defame my character or something they would, the questions are a bit much. But I am not going to give in to that negativity. All those folks have no power, only GOD and if he so chooses, then it will or will not be, not at the hand of those mere mortals who envy, not happening... Anyway,on a happier note, as my blog is all about sharing my experiences and lessons learned with you so as if not but one person benefits from my efforts here, is enough to make me happy because it is the simple things like that in life that really count. So until the next journey, I hope that all of yours are peaceful!

PEACE AND BLESSINGS!
Sista