Soulfull of Thoughts

A $200,000 Student Debt? Not If I Can Help It!

2010-11-28T11:06:00.001-05:00

The Headline Reads: What $200,000 in Student Debt Looks LikeGawker recently ran this piece on student loan debt and I swear it gave me the sick feeling of staring down the barrel of gun. I'm making strides towards another degree and seriously, I'm freaking out. Graduate school starts in about 4 weeks and I'm worried. Will it fit into my current lifestyle? Will I still find the subject matter

Terry McMillan Brings Waiting To Exhale Squeal To Shelves In September

2010-04-24T11:24:00.001-04:00

The Headline Reads: Terry McMillan: Still telling the story Wow folks. This weekend is already starting off with a BANG thanks to this news article on Terry McMillan (one of my FAVORITE authors). McMillan's set to be the 'guest speaker at a fundraiser [in Providence] for Community Preparatory School, a charter school where 80 percent of students are of color, and 90 percent receive scholarships'

Erykah Badu Fined $500 + 'Window Seat' Parody

2010-04-03T14:28:00.007-04:00

Over the last few weeks, much has been said and written about Erykah Badu's new album, New Amerykah Part Two: Return of the Ankh, however it is the video for her first official single "Window Seat" that has the internet a buzz. The video, which was filmed on March 17 and has been pulled from several sites, shows Badu stripping as she walks along a sidewalk in Dallas's Dealey Plaza, now a

Victoria's Secret, Macys, Nordstroms Caught Selling Used Underwear

2010-03-02T22:10:00.004-05:00

Sweet baby Jesus. What in the world is going on? Now I fully understand that we are dealing with some very hard economic times, but selling used and/or STAINED underwear? That's just the lowest of the low. Makes me wonder how long this sorta thing has been going on? *picks up Frederick's of Hollywood catalog* Time to head back to the tried and true! Humph, Victoria ain't spicy enough anyway!Your

WATCH: March Social Media Breakfast-DC: Blogging The City!

2010-03-01T20:10:00.005-05:00

It's been four years since I started this labour of love and though I've probably driven most of my readers crazy with my sporadic posts, I've found myself wanting to learn more and more about this medium called 'social media'. Today, while I was on Twitter (as usual) I learned about a breakfast hosted by Social Media Club – DC Chapter. This breakfast offers media folks an opportunity to learn

A File From The Crazy Photos Department: It's A Knock-Out!

2010-02-26T16:40:00.004-05:00

TGIF folks! Though I've been out of commission for a few days, slowly and surely, I'm getting back on my 'blogging' feet and making the necessary corrections in my game. Unfortunately, I can't say the same for the dude in this picture below! My great goodness. In the immortal words of Smokey from Friday: "You got knocked the $%#& OUT!"Enjoy Your Weekend!Raheem DeVaughn feat. T-Pain - Friday (Shut

Why I Use Twitter.... Wait, It's Been A Whole Year Already?!

2010-02-21T19:30:00.010-05:00

Welcome! If you're reading this, then 9 times out of 10, you've reached this page thru my twitter account. I've reached a point in my 'social-media-lovin' life where I've found the need to explain why I use Twitter.On February 21, 2009, I joined Twitter via an invite from an old colleague. Not knowing what the hell I was doing in those beginning stages, I set out to follow some of my favorite

45 Years Later: Remembering Malcolm X

2010-02-21T11:37:00.010-05:00

In 1965, black Muslim leader and civil rights activist Malcolm X, 39, was shot to death inside the Audubon Ballroom in Harlem, New York by assassins identified as members of the Nation of Islam. Below is a poem I wrote inspired by a speech Malcolm X delivered in 1962:Who Taught You?Inside the middle of a warCourage rages within the mind's earAs they hearHis wordsTheir spirits gather like crowsTo

Jamie Foxx And 'Sext' Messages Are An Hilarious Pair

2010-02-15T21:13:00.002-05:00

Man o man do I miss Jamie's stand-up. He's too damn funny. Not to mention, there are some kinky folks in Lopez's audience! Then again, I'm sure they didn't expect their phones to be confiscated. Check out the video below to see what I mean... Oh yea, and Happy (Belated) Valentines' Day. I hope everyone had as much fun as I did yesterday!Your Thoughts?If you enjoyed this post, subscribe now for

The Story Behind The Blog....

2010-02-11T08:53:00.015-05:00

Kim “Soulfull” Woods has been journaling and writing novels since she was a youngster. Having worked amidst some of the best journalists in the country at The Washington Post, she runs a blog that has been heralded by America Online, CBS and more. So despite an accomplished career in advertising and information technology, it’s clear that Woods’ true allegiance is behind the pen. “In the

John "You Can Take Your Apology and Shove it Up Your" Mayer

2010-02-10T20:34:00.012-05:00

Folks, a racial "crisis" occurred on Twitter today and in case you've been held up under a mound of snow like most of the Northeast, there's a pretty good chance that you missed it. No problem. Let's take a minute and allow Huffington Post to explain the details:The Headline Reads: John Mayer Apologizes: I Was 'Arrogant' To Use N-WordJohn Mayer took to Twitter to apologize for using the N-word in

OFFICIAL VIDEO: Wale - Pretty Girls (featuring Gucci Mane)

2010-02-08T20:50:00.002-05:00

So apparently the internet is a buzz over the fact that there weren't enough brown skin faces in Wale's second video. Personally, I don't give a eff, but you be the judge...Your Thoughts?If you enjoyed this post, subscribe now for updates by email or RSS.

Yea, The Super Bowl Was Great, But What About Those Commercials!?

2010-02-08T08:48:00.008-05:00

Yesterday, I had a GREAT time watching the underdogs, the New Orleans Saints, take home their FIRST FRANCHISE WIN in Super Bowl XLIV...And as always, the commercials during the Super Bowl were quite interesting! It's been reported that advertisers spent up to $3 MILLION in order to have 30 seconds of your time and last night, only a small few caught my attention.Snickers: Celebrity SackWhy I

HAPPY BIRTHDAY: CHRIS ROCK TURNS 45!

2010-02-07T15:54:00.003-05:00

The man with many many hats has a reason to celebrate today. That's right comedian, actor, screenwriter, television producer, film producer, director, and fellow Aquarius (the BEST zodiac in the whole damn world IMHO), Chris Rock, was born today! Check him out below in some classic stand-up from 1994!Your Thoughts?If you enjoyed this post, subscribe now for updates by email or RSS.

This is MY Blog.....

2010-02-06T21:54:00.002-05:00

The snowstorm has zapped me ya'll. I've spent the majority of the day busy writing my own book and now I have another book I need to review. :sigh: I suppose this is why I love blogging so much. It provides me with an outlet and when you consider that there are ABSOLUTELY NO RULES to this blogging thang, I'd have to say that today I feel like putting up one picture. And. that. is. all. Your

A FILE FROM THE CRAZY PHOTOS DEPARTMENT: The Grammys

2010-02-05T10:16:00.004-05:00

I'm gonna keep this brief because it's FRIDAY and I'm so ready to start my weekend. As you all know the Grammys aired this past Sunday and although they enjoyed a nice surge in viewers (thanks to social media), I'd have to say that the show was no greater than the others of the past. Hell, even the MJJ Tribute was a snoozefest. But in honor of this old great institution, Life.com presents Grammys

A '#Snowpocalypse' Heads to the DC Area

2010-02-04T23:21:00.006-05:00

Well, eff you Punxsutawney Phil! Who knew that a few days after your 'prediction', the DC area would be rocked with what most forecasters are calling 'an HISTORIC snow event'. On Twitter, folks are capturing the sights, sounds, and panicky grocery store visits using the hashtag #snowpocalypse, as well as #snomgasm and #Snowmageddon. As for me, I'm pretty damn excited to be hunkered in the house

FOODIE: Restaurateur Michael Landrum is cranking out more Ray's

2010-02-03T21:43:00.001-05:00

The Headline Reads: Restaurateur Michael Landrum is cranking out more Ray's All I have to say to this story is.... I want it NOW!!Your Thoughts?dc foodieIf you enjoyed this post, subscribe now for updates by email or RSS.

COMIC RELIEF: PAUL MOONEY - NSFW

2010-02-03T12:43:00.000-05:00

Happy Wednesday folks! Life's hard so it's time for some comedic relief. Today, it's Paul Mooney. I absolutely enjoy watching his stand-up show and this video below showcases him at the Laugh Factory...Enjoy! Your Thoughts?If you enjoyed this post, subscribe now for updates by email or RSS.

Only Six More Weeks of Winter? I HOPE SO!

2010-02-02T21:34:00.007-05:00

As of lately, I've found myself really at odds with the weather in the DC Metro area. Granted this is the designated time for old man winter to creep up under your coat and molest all the warmth outta ya, but seriously, it's entirely too damn cold. And as a matter of fact, it's snowing right now as we speak! :sigh:I suppose I shouldn't complain considering that rat groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil,

Monday's Motivation: You Are NOT Alone

2010-02-01T23:36:00.003-05:00

This blog post would NOT exist if it were not for THIS TWEET. As someone who grew up being unsure of my abilities or the circumstances that I found myself up against, it really tugs on my heart to know someone else is experiencing the same pain. Though our lives are inherently different, we all know of someone who could use our help. To exist in this world full of CYNICISM, it's not easy to find

QUOTATIONS: DR. CORNEL WEST ON PRESIDENT OBAMA & DR. KING'S IDEALS

2010-01-30T14:17:00.004-05:00

Those who wish to see Martin Luther King Jr.'s ideals live on must hold President Obama accountable on helping "the least of these," which was at the center of King's philosophy."-Princeton University scholar and writer Dr. Cornel West, January 18, 2010Your Thoughts?cornelwest

A FILE FROM THE CRAZY PHOTOS DEPARTMENT

2010-01-29T16:11:00.001-05:00

Though you may have had your good sense knocked the hell outta ya, once again you've made it through another death defying work week. You know the drill... It's time to celebrate! Happy Friday folks!Calvin Harris - Ready For The WeekendYour Thoughts?crazy photos

HAPPY (BELATED) BIRTHDAY: Angela Davis

2010-01-28T20:39:00.002-05:00

Wednesday (1/26) was the 66th Birthday of Angela Davis. In this video above, Davis 'reflects on her successes and shares her insights on the strategies for change that have made -- and will make -- history'. Check it out.Your Thoughts?angela davis

It's Twitter Thursday....

2010-01-28T10:23:00.002-05:00

And these are the stories that have peaked my interest...1. The First Tweet From Space and Other Twitter Firsts: Tweeting is no longer only an earthly phenomenon. A NASA astronaut made Twitter history on Friday by sending the first tweet from outer space. Flight Engineer T.J. Creamer broadcast..[continue reading]2. All Your Twitter Bot Needs Is Love: Anyone who has been on Twitter for more than a