Thoughts of Randomness

Finding My Passion

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 16:16:00 +0000

So I have been in a mood for the last few days because I have really been having a tough time financially which has affected me mentally. Priding myself on being the type of person to always see the bright side, the last few days were pretty murky. Although I am not out of the hole yet, part of my frustration is that although I enjoy the work that I do I am in essence working for someone else. Ever since I was a little girl the range of professions I wanted to have were very wide and diverse. My two top choices were an Oceanographer and an International Business Lawyer. Although I don't see myself in those professions the commonalities are still there in what I seek to this day and that is freedom to travel, explore, negotiate, and meet people. I can recall the days of when my friends were imagining their fake weddings to a boy they liked, I was contemplating how I would take over the world and have a big office with employees, a dog who came to work with me every day and the look on potential clients faces when they would walk into my office and I would stand up from behind my huge mahogany desk dressed in a crisp white dress shirt, designer jeans and heels and be able to talk shop just like the Big Boys. A part of me has put this side of myself on hold because starting a business and finding your passion is a job in itself. I am also a mother so I can't just pick up and be the Gypsy I still dream of being calling the World my home and living where ever I choose. My son is almost 14 which means in a few years he will be off to College creating a life for himself and I don't want to still be trying to figure out mine. I am getting back into the creative flow of things and encompassing myself with like minded people. It may sound strange but there are 2 words I always dreaded hearing with my name in the same sentence and that's Predictable and Employee. Maybe its because I am an only child, I spent a lot of time alone so my imagination was my friend. As an adult I still feel like I am so far out of the box than most people, and I have great ideas all the time. I know that I love to help people, I am very social, I love to talk, and travel there is also a side of me that is very playful, flirty and fun. I like to have a good time. I have been trying to figure out how Ican combine all of these skills and create an opportunity for myself. It has been very very hard! I am not going to give up on it,as of this moment I am in pursuit to discovering my Passion!

Peace,
The Empress

Tears

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 15:53:00 +0000

Things are not always what they seem..
Like when I see you I feel Love.
When I am around you I feel Loved
You say my name and I hear an orchestra playing a Symphony dedicated to me.
We touch each other and I feel a shock of new blood flowing through my veins
I look at you and I wish to be frozen in time so we can stare at each other forever..
I see you look at me as all you want and need.

But things are not what they seem.
In fact I am not even awake when I feel these things.
How I cry every time I open my eyes
To realize its a Dream..

Peace,
The Empress

Weekend

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 15:31:00 +0000

My weekend started on an interesting note I woke up Saturday still feeling sick from the night before. I forced myself to go out and enjoy the weather and meet some friends. I'm glad I did. One of my friends I hadn't seen in a while and we stopped by Summerstage and although the music was great the crowd left little to be desired. Picture thousands of kindergartners on Speed and Red Bull. So we left after about an hour we headed to Soho and had Dosas at Hampton Jitney which were so delicious. If you have never tried a Dosa that is the place to introduce yourself to one. Afterwards I headed to check out some friends who were performing and at the later performance I didn't know the venue was a little more upscale and dressy and I was in jeans and a tank top, my usual attire. I was going to leave but I didn't want to be rude to my friend so I just hung out at the bar section of the restaurant and made friends. It turned out to be a great night I even scored some free drinks and sorbet! I mostly enjoyed the conversations I had. Sunday I was at Lincoln Center to watch the Abakua performance which was amazing! I am so proud I know that group of earth creatures. They are truly beautiful and inspirational. I left and met up with a friend and had some drinks and fun! It was a great weekend because it started out with me having no plans and eventually just flowed, the food, people and timing were all in sync and I didn't have to think about it. It was one of the best weekends I have had this summer. This summer has actually been one of my better summers despite the weather. I have met a lot of interesting people whom I hope will be sticking around in my life for a while. With summer almost over soon I am hoping there are more great times to come.

Peace,
The Empress

Flipped. . . .

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 21:58:00 +0000

Damn you blow my mind.
This hasn't happened to me in a long time.
I thought I was done with this..
This is supposed to be my time...
Love them,Keep them Guessing
But I am always in control..
You have some sort of a hold. .
What is it?
Why Is It?
I don't know..
But I like it. . .
Keep my Mind guessing. .
Keep me wanting you. . .
I am Waiting. . . .
Point. Set. Match

Peace
The Empress

Some of my Favorite Shows . . . .

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 16:42:00 +0000

Sesame Street
Reading Rainbow
321 Contact
Electric Company
Mr.Rogers Neighborhood
Yan Can Cook
Strawberry Shortcake
The Frugal Gourmet
Punky Brewster
Small Wonder
Nova
Dr. Who
Allo Allo
The Joy of Painting
Where in the World is Carmen San Diego
After School Specials
Rainbow Brite
Thundercats
Voltron
Fawlty Towers
Degrassi Junior High
Degrassi High

These are the ones that came to me instantly I am sure there are a ton more.

Peace,
The Empress

Thank You Public Television . . . . .

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 16:21:00 +0000

It sucks that you can't turn on the TV for your child and not see either some ridiculous reality show or a cartoon that would make any adult blush. I have not had cable in my home in over 8 years nor did I buy into the hype of buying the digital converter boxes. The government issued coupons are somewhere collecting dust in my apartment. What's bad is that I used to love watching TV growing up. What I have realized the adult role models that I connected with as a kid in TV land are far and gone, but they are coming back slowly. For example Julia Child. I used to love watching cooking shows growing up and between her, The Frugal Gourmet, Yan Can Cook and Jacques Pepin you would think I would be a Chef by now. Not only were these shows educational but they were fun to watch. Mr Rogers neighborhood and The Joy of Painting were 2 more shows that had a huge impact on me. There were a calming and soothing tone that these shows created, a safe serene place where people were kind and friendly to one another;something that has disappeared from the messages emoted from the screen nowadays. the more we can physically humiliate each other the better! As a parent of a teenage boy what he watches and connects with is very important to me and although these shows are long gone, I have memories, DVD's and books to educate him and tell him about the good old days! I say it all the time, this generation right now scares me. They are consumed by images of a fast, technologically charged life. Long gone are the days of learning the Dewey Decimal System to find a book at the library now you can just google it, or download the book. Encyclopedia? Whats that? Taking the time to talk to a friend in person instead of IM'ng or texting them when they are 20 feet away from each other. With the disappearance of these things and images we are creating a society of human beings that will be socially and grammatically inept not to mention impatient.

Peace,
The Empress

I'm So Backed Up!

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 16:04:00 +0000

I am at a crossroads right now. Although I love my job and what I do I feel creatively constipated. There are so may ideas in my head that I need to get out and do something with otherwise they are just thoughts. I have never been a traditional well rounded thinker which puts me in a special place.. Hopefully I will get the jolt I need to get my ass in gear ASAP.

Peace,
The Empress

What a Day!

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 01:58:00 +0000

Today was mentally and physically exhausting. I spent 3 hours trying to get to brooklyn only to end up in a circle lost, and having to pee. I didn't get any sun or make it to the water. Along my journey I was able to put some things into peraspective and I enjoyed some conversation over hazelnut fudge frozen yogurt. I was feelinng very sentimental the last few days so those closest to me I have made them aware of how I feel. I will be enjoying an indian music festival in Vallhalla tomorrow with a friend.

When Love Hurts. . . . .

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 14:22:00 +0000

Some say love happen instantly,others say it takes time to build. I have been on both ends of these scenarios. There have been a handful of Men in my life whom I can honestly say I was in Love with there were others I loved being around. I am a hopeful romantic. I love being in love. The attention,affection,companionship,having someone to talk about your day,dreams and plan with. In a nutshell Im a big Mush Ball! In my world the mushier the better. Earlier this year I started to fall for someone and thought the feelings were mutual until one day it seemed like this person fell off the face of the earth. He was not responding to my calls or texts. I went from being worried,confused to angry in what seemed like an instant. I cried about it for a while I thought it was something I did or didn't do. I got an email from him a few weeks ago. He apologized for the way he treated me and told me how beautiful and great I was but..theres always a but..he was scared to be in a relationship because of how his last one ended. I accepted his apology and told him I am not in the business of hurting people.

Remembering Love . . . .

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 13:39:00 +0000

Taking showers together,sharing laughs,watching you make me dinner,waking to the smell of crisp bacon and fresh blueberry waffles and you telling me to stay in bed,watching you sleep,listening to you breathe,listening to the sound of your voice over the phone telling me you miss me, hearing the words I Love You for the first time,watching the Sunset @ the Beach,sharing food with each other,you kissing my forhead and telling me everything will be ok,holding hands,kisses on my neck and shoulders,being held,waking up to each other,going shopping,taking long walks,planning,surprising,engaging,loving,each other...Love.I.Miss You!

Peace,
The Empress

Its Just Paper Right?

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 00:57:00 +0000

I hate when people say this about money.. It's just paper? Although true and defintiely being a person neither attached to nor defined by it those pieces of "just" paper would help me out a whole lot right now. I have a cell phone bill due, electric bill due,grocery shopping overdue just to name a few. I don't play the lottery but the MTA worker that just won my hat goes off him hopefully he will be smart with his money. Until my big payday comes in I keep smiling and keep hope alive.

Men's Restrooms vs The Ladies Room

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 16:20:00 +0000

For years there have been many misconceptions and perceptions that have circulated through our culture like boys should wear blue and play with trucks and girls should wear pink and play with dolls. Boys have short hair and girls have long hair etc. You get the picture. For some reason people have an idea that women are dainty, and obsessively clean. Anyone who believes this obviously has not paid attention to the public restrooms and the difference between them. Being the person I am sometimes when I gotta go I gotta go and I have been known to use the men's room from time to time and I am amazed at the difference. Now of course there are many factors to this, women may use the restroom more, we have more "stuff" to do in there and down there than men do,.. I don't know the reasons could be endless. All I am saying is that there are just some nasty ass chicks out there. I am also a slight germaphobe so I have my moments were I have layered so much toilet paper that I have run out the bathroom fearing a lawsuit just in case it overflows. In my bag I always carry wipes, extra "monthly"stuff and a mini can of Lysol..For me going to use a public restroom was not always something I was comfortable with, it took years of conditioning and mental preparation. Up until 5 years ago I avoided using it if anyone else was in there. Mainly because I don't want to hear them and I don't want them to hear me. To this day I still do my business while flushing at the same time I have to admit the automatic toilets have made this a challenge but its all in the timing! I have it down to a science. Hey we all have something, and this is mine. Regardless it just always amazes me how clean the men's rooms are and there is always soap and toilet paper, and do I even need to get into the lack of a line? So guys how do you do it?

Peace,
The Empress

Woman attacked with Bleach During Harry Potter Film.

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 15:19:00 +0000

*I find the attack and the descriptions of the offenders equally disturbing*

Peace,
The Empress

Potter filmgoer in bleach attack

A woman has been attacked with bleach in front of her family by a group of youths she had asked to be quiet during a showing of the new Harry Potter film.

It happened as the woman, her husband and two children ate in a restaurant after leaving the Vue Cinema on Kirkstall Road in Leeds on Sunday.

It is feared that the 46-year-old, who suffered burns, may have permanent damage to her eyes, police said.

She had asked a group of five or six youths to stop talking during the film.

West Yorkshire Police said the same group shouted abuse at the family as they left the cinema.

The family then went to Frankie and Benny's restaurant, where two of the youths came in and threw the bleach on to the woman's head and back.

They ran away and got into a waiting car.

'Totally unprovoked'

The woman was taken to Leeds General Infirmary where she received treatment for burns.

She has since been released, but is being assessed for any signs of permanent eye damage.

Det Insp Richard Baildon of West Yorkshire Police said: "This was a completely unwarranted attack on a mother out with her family, the consequences of which could have been much worse.

"It was a deliberate act designed to cause pain and injury and it was totally unprovoked and unnecessary."

Police described the attackers as a light-skinned, mixed-race male, aged about 19 and of athletic build, and a "fat" Asian boy, aged about 14.

The driver of the car was described as white, aged 17 to 18, with light-coloured crew-cut hair.

A black girl, aged about 14, was also with the group, police said.

Just flowing with a memory about my Dad . . . . .

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 18:17:00 +0000

Over the past few months it seems like death and sickness has been all around me. Sometimes I get caught up in living I forget that one day it can come to an end without any warning. I admit I have a fear of death which is why I try to cram so much in every minute of my life. I am not the type of person to sit and cry when I lose someone close to me, it has become a part of life that I have to accept. When my dad died I was 18 years old 1 week away from my 19th birthday and mother to an almost 2 month old son who my father had yet to see because he was in the hospital fighting the last stages of AIDS. I am not sure why I am choosing this moment to share this but I am going to flow with it. My dad had his issues, he was an only child and his mom was far from a nice person which didn't help the situation. She was very resentful when my dad hooked up with my mom. To her he was leaving her for someone else.. In essence CRAZY! My mom and dad got together and my mom got pregnant with me. My dad was thrilled but my mother never wanted kids so she was less than thrilled. It wasn't until later on that I found out my mother wanted to have an abortion and made it as far as the doctor but her sister told my grandmother and my grandmother got there and prevented it. I always think about if that hadn't happened I wouldn't be here. To this day I wish I knew the date that took place because to me that's my official birthday. I used to always wonder why I could never figure out my purpose, and it dawned on me its hard to know your purpose when you weren't supposed to be here in the first place. I look at things differently now. I know I am here and what I am supposed to do and that my life does have value and meaning. Growing up my family life was anything but normal. My dad ended up going into jail and becoming addicted to drugs which eventually led to him beating my mother. So not only was I not wanted, but I was a reminder of abuse,hurt and pain. So I endured alot growing up. Although I remember the pain he caused I also remember the good things he tried to do like painting, singing, playing guitar, writing music,letting me know he loved me no matter what. I can remember being like 11 years old and him saying I am going to see you graduate HS and be a big girl. Fast forward 7 years he did just that and died 7 months later of AIDS. When I had Jalan I remember still being in the hospital and calling the hospice and letting him know, but he was to weak to come to the phone so they just put it to his ear. I cried like a baby.. Who would walk me down the aisle? Who would be there to tell my children the stories about me as a little girl? All of these things and more still stay with me to this day. I wish my relationship with my mother was better I have been trying to figure out the way to best fix it, but there would be so much to get through and admit and deal with and frankly I am not sure either one of us is ready for that. I don't hate her but there is a part of me that wishes for the mom that loves her little girl, that goes shopping, and talks with about her boyfriends and life. I don't have that at all. I have never been on a vacation with just me and my mom, not even a dinner or coffee. Sometimes I feel like an orphan.. Sometimes I think I have so many friends and want to meet and treasure people so much because I always feel insecure about not being wanted. Funny how life works..I have a running joke that I tell myself every year without therapy is a good one. Im 32 and haven't been yet.. All I can do is live my life and be a good person and hope that's enough.

Peace,
The Empress

Dismissing a Dick Head . . . .

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:45:00 +0000

So every once in a while I meet a guy that makes me scratch my head and wonder what planet he's from. It has been a while since that has happened, for the most part the guys have been kicking it with have been cool. Except for this one as with anything else we met randomly and he struck up a conversation with me. For the entire 3 minutes we spoke he seemed cool.. I know I know.. Physically I was attracted to him, there was something about him that just made me feel warm and fuzzy. We parted ways and he told me he would call me so we could possibly meet for dinner in the future. No problem I said.. A few days pass and he texts and calls me just saying Whats up and asking how my day is going. We speak on the phone and he asks could we meet for dinner during the week. I tell him which day I am free, he says he will call back and let me know if he would be free that day also. OK sounds good.. He calls back later on to tell me he checked his schedule and he will be free, he even goes so far as to say we should meet a little later on so he can have time to go home shower and change. Nice I thought to myself. So many guys forget to dress for a date, they show up uber casual or just figure jeans and a tshirt will be OK. I had one guy come straight from work Sweaty and wearing sweatpants!! So the fact that he stated this made me think OK, he's gotta sense of how this should work. So we meet and hang out. We have Sushi, he knows how and what to order, can properly use chopsticks, very knowledgeable about wine and sake, speaks fluent Japanese and lives there a few months out of the year. All of these things interesting and intriguing so I think. So we start to talk about past relationships and our lives, he's 40 divorced has a daughter that's 19. No worries there for me yet. So I go through my whole spiel of my life blah blah blah. So here is where it starts to get interesting. Now apparently he is from Long Island is Spanish and Italian. Anyone who knows me knows that race is unimportant to me, but he felt the need to let me know he could "flip it". I can't lie I had to ask a friend what Flip It meant because I was clueless. So he proceeds to inform me that he thinks I'm gorgeous, a nice person, I have style so far these are all true things so no complaints. Then he adds to it "and you're black". Hmm.. What does that mean? I was black when you met me. I have a habit of letting people talk, sometimes when you question things too soon it gives them an opportunity to alter what they really want to say. In lamens terms "Let the fool talk". Which is what I did and what a fool he is! He proceeded to break down why he prefers Black Women over any other race which in itself was not only offensive, racist,ignorant but just downright disgusting. He goes on to tell several racist jokes against black people and tells me I will make fun of anybody I don't discriminate. OK so now we get back to me being black he says he likes me because I speak properly, I'm not ghetto and he likes the way I dress.. OK.. and I have a "Black Girl's Ass" so its all good! The fool now says its like having a Black and White girl together.. OK now I'm getting annoyed. He now tells me that he is the man I have been looking for, the one who will take care of me, and control me! HA! Hold the phone.. Dude are you serious I say? and hes like yea. This is what you need. In my head what I need is a bat so I could take it to your knees. So apparently this man-child thinks that I am not only a fetish, but in need of some sort of asshole to control me. Not sure how he drew that conclusion. So now a few days have passed and I have been thinking of how to inform this human being that he is a jerk and needs some help. I thought about taking the nice adult approach until he called me the other day to say hello and before hanging up the phone said that I am going to be his sex slave so I need to just go with it.. yea OK.. oh and the best part of all of this is that he claims he wants an Open Relationship. I have been in very unconventional relationships and to a certain degree that chapter of my life is closed but this is a whole new level of crazy. So I am hoping this will be the only asshole I have to deal with this summer or better yet not deal with. All in all it has been a great and memorable summer so far and for the select few that have made that possible.

It continues. . .. .

Peace,
The Empress

Book Interview . . . .

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 17:41:00 +0000

I have been asked to participate in a book project that will be out next year. The book will examine the similarities and differences between cultures amongst the 25-35 year old generation. I was very impressed by some of the questions, I answered them openly and honestly. The section that really stuck with me was about my family life and upbringing and certain choices that were made for me as a child. I have never really opened up about that before because it is something that is very personal to me and for years have harbored resentment. I have dealt with some of the pain there but can't say I'm over it or still don't wonder about.. Nevertheless I am looking forward to completing my part in this. The next component will be to have pictures taken in my home, and to check out some of favorite places and people. The book will be out next year I will keep you in the loop.

Peace,
The Empress

Taking Life as It Comes. . . .

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 17:50:00 +0000

I have never been much of a planner. I always deal with things as they come along. Whether good or bad there are just some things we can't prepare for. What I have always made a constant is to instead of getting angry or sad to learn what is trying to be taught/told to me. My very first real serious adult relationship happened when I was 21 years old and I was with someone 17 years older than me. Though tumultuous, fun, sad, and at times down right crazy we stayed together for 8 years. When we broke up I blamed it on everything except for what it actually was.. "time". It was time for us go our separate ways. There was nothing left for us to do. The relationship had reached its point of no return. I was sad, I cried a lot and wondered what if? but it wasn't until I started dating again that I realized how much that relationship taught me, and shaped me as a woman. Guys who may have been able to say certain things to me before were now so transparent or invisible to me. Don't get me wrong I still dated a few jerks, it was just a better class of jerks! Now as a 32 year old Single Woman with a child entering High School I often ask myself. Now what?I love MEN more than I love Cupcakes( yes cupcakes)..HELLO! but I am finding that there is a certain type of man that captures my attention. I have always dated older men, I went through a stage where age didn't matter and although I could party and hang with the 24 year olds in the end It was like having a brand new shiny bike with a flat tire. So now here I am in kind of a unique position although I'm a mom my life isn't over, I am energetic, sweet, sincere, loving, etc.. and have tons of interests...but find myself answering the same date question.. So why are you single? I think from now on instead if saying I don't know I'm going to respond "I'm taking life as it comes.."

Peace,
The Empress

Poetry Reading

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 17:04:00 +0000

The poetry reading last week went well despite my meltdown about not being able to find my keys before I left home, and putting on my sweater backwards and getting wet! I was worried I was running late so I sent an email to the host letting her know I was still coming. I arrive and to my surprise the place was empty! other than the the hostess and 2 of her friends. About a dozen of my friends came out so I decided to read anyway and I was nervous! but it went well. I am so glad that I challenged myself and took advantage of the opportunity. It felt really good to share my thoughts and feelings with people who although know me well, don't necessarily know that side of me. There are so many layers to me, that I uncover everyday. I can't wait till the next time I share another part of myself with the world.

Peace,
The Empress

Facebook Hiatus. . . .

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 16:55:00 +0000

I have decided to take a break from Facebook for a couple of weeks.mainly because it has become a habit. I find myself forced to check it every day so consistently that by my standards it has become an addiction. I already have an addictive personality so when things like this happen I have to break the habit and create a new normal for myself. Granted there are worst things I could be addicted to Drugs, Alcohol, Pills, Sex (OK that one may not be so bad)Ha! In any case anytime I become too dependent on something it needs to be adjusted. I also want to focus more on my writing and putting myself out there as an artist. For the most part most of my friends on Facebook I am in contact with on a constant whether its through Facebook, the phone or just hanging out.With that being said now begins my break, my blog is fed through Facebook and will show up on my profile as new Notes.

Happy Reading,
The Empress

Breakfast In Bed

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 17:27:00 +0000

Here is the poem I read last night. . .

Enjoy,
The Empress

The smell of the Ocean

The brightness of the morning sun rising over the trees

I watch you sleep

Soft

Sound

Barely breathing it seems

Beautiful

Your face is a picture in my mind

You are going to wake soon

I’m going to serve you Breakfast In Bed

A Plate of Milk Chocolate Morsels

A handful of sweet juicy black berries

And molasses. .

Can’t forget the Molasses

Your eyes open hungrily and I let you know Breakfast Is Ready

Surprised and Excited

You work your way around the plate taking your time

Savoring every morsel

Tasting every drop of juice

Licking Molasses from your fingers

I giggle. I love to watch you enjoy and savor

All done ! you say

I use a lavender silk handkerchief to wipe your mouth

And you give me a Sweet Kiss thanking me for the meal.

Exhausted and Fulfilled

Sticky and Sweet……….We lay in each other’s arms until we are fast asleep!

Dreaming away the moments until the Sun rises again

Tonight's the Night

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 13:43:00 +0000

Well later on tonight I will be reading some of my writing to a room full of familiar faces and some unfamiliar. I am excited but also anxious. This is opening a new chapter of my life, one as a writer, a poet an ARTIST! I am evolving and a new layer will be unveiled tonight...

Wish me Luck!

Peace,

The Empress

Way To Go Tyler Perry. . . .

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 16:35:00 +0000

When I heard this story it also broke my heart and infuriated me at the same time. I am so happy that Tyler addressed the issue head on and did something about it. Click the link below and read the entry from July 19,2009
http://www.tylerperry.com/_Messages/

Peace,
The Empress

Open Mic Performance ThisThursday!!

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:28:00 +0000

As I mentioned earlier this week I will be reading some of my poetry starting this Thursday at South Street Seaport. I am slated to go on between 8-9pm so feel free to come out and listen, maybe have a few drinks and mingle. I hope to see you there! The event gets started at 7pm.

Peace,
The Empress

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PMS YOGA

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 17:35:00 +0000

Ok why hasn't anyone done this yet? If you think about somewhere at any given time everyday there is a woman with her Period or going through PMS. They have yoga for Pregnant Moms.. What about the PMS'ng women out there? I think if there were a class catered for this need with nice soft aromatic candles, a patient instructor and chocolate and tea at the end of class this could really be something to work with. The yoga couldn't be too intense because to be frank I am not downward dogging with cramps. Something I just wanted to put out there. I would love to hear any feedback.

Peace,
The Empress

Quality over Quantity Rant. . . .

noreply@blogger.com (The Empress of Eccentricity) — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 15:17:00 +0000

After a while too much of anything can be bad for you. We see proof everyday with Celebrities and the Economy. Those who were once on top of the world or so they thought have taken a dramatic and drastic turn for the worse. Like the song says Money can't buy you love or happiness for that matter. You have to be happy with yourself and like yourself before you can make someone else happy. So many times people always talk about how they are looking for a better half? Last time I checked we were all born whole. So I want another whole person who is happy with themselves. Don't get me wrong if Lenny Kravitz or Robert Downey Jr. came knocking at my door I wouldn't turn them away I would love to see how the other half lives but I know in order for me to be happy with someone there has to be some sparks, chemistry,intellectual stimulation.. you get the point. Also as liberated and freedom fighting as I tend to be, I like a man that can provide and wants to provide. Before you label me as a gold-digger hear me out. Its the natural order of things women are the gathers and men are the hunters. The reason for so many issues between men and women now is because we can be equal to a man or even more successful than some men but deep down there is a part of us that still wants the Hunter. I want to know that I am with someone who can protect me, although I know I can kick some ass myself. I want to know that if I am having a rough time I can go to this person and he has my back all around. There are some decisions I don't want to make and take comfort in the fact that I don't have to. I have gone through my own challenges with men because for a while I was letting the Quantity of things override the Quality. Although I like nice things I am in no way a "pampered self obsessed princess". I will agree with some in saying that I am spoiled to a degree. What can I say? I'm an only child. But even that was rough because I didn't always get my way. With all that being said in a nutshell I want a quality Man because he is getting a Quality woman. And that goes for everyone.. if you know you are a quality person don't settle for Quantity.. Because too much of anything except for love and happiness will make you sick!

Peace and Love,
The Empress