I try to live my life without regrets, but if I’m to be completely honest with myself, I do wish I could have a do over or two. I’d love to go back and tell that skinny, long-legged creature, forged in the land of track Gods, not to get off the track!
Read MoreAs a child I oftentimes wanted to live inside my dreams. Most were peaceful and unruffled. I was able to blossom as the crocus in the winter snow. However my dreams were soon awakened by reality at the age of 6 with the death of my father and two uncles. In the blink of an eye the three of them were taken away, leaving me to begin experiencing the harshness of life at an early age.
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Youth? What youth?
We have forced our children to grow up too soon
We expose them to adult experiences and wonder where things go wrong
You might not think it’s that serious but it’s more serious than you think
Read MoreI remember my pre teen years were frustrating and crazy. My body was going thru different changes and I didn’t look like the girls in my school. I was the skinny kid with no type of shape.
Read MoreOne of the critiques of the Church is that it falls short of fulfilling a vital role; providing a voice during social unrest. The Church, to a large extent is a reflection of our community and many look for counsel; from the Bible and those called to serve.
Rev. Dr. Reginald Boyd, Jr shares his sermon from Sunday August Twenty Four Two Thousand Fourteen where he provides counsel from the Bible and answers "how shall we be at peace in a time such as this..."
The message begins on page three, please read and share your thoughts.
Read Moreadolescence, formative years, early stages, all reference a period of life that some may look back on as most difficult, to say the least. It could be a time when one is trying to “find him/herself”. We often hear leaders telling young people to “be original, be a game changer, lead don’t follow, set your path and follow it”. Here’s the irony, when they do, they get penalized for it.
Read MoreYouth. They say it's wasted on the young.
Truth? It's not a finite commodity that's tracked, spent and limited for thee.
Seek to do at least one thing, every day, to improve your mental, spiritual, physical and fiscal well-being and you shall remain forever young.
Read MoreMany of us identify with a period in our youth characterized by a love of exploration and a spontaneous, direct expression that shapes our individual world view. I've asked a group of dynamic living souls to share their thoughts, stories, memories, prayers, and call to action on the subject of youth. What I believe will be an expansive and altruistic sharing of their home, family, roots, emotions and sense of self-worth will be presented everyday throughout the month of September.
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“I think back of the few people that were allowed to interface with Brian ( his choice ) … ”
That’s my mother on Mr.TramueL … Did my mama use my government name? It seems even as an adolescent I was guarded with who I allowed into my personal space. I have a very small circle of folk whom I consider friends, although somewhat undemonstrative I am generally loyal and responsible to those I care about.
What happens when they stop e-mailing, texting, calling or simply stop communicating? If you’re using Twitter, Facebook or any other social-media site when you lose a follower it’s no problem ‘cause they can always be replaced. In real life there are no macros, widgets or tools that email you when someone stops following you, what was said or perhaps done at that particular point in time. If something in my character past or present causes you to stop “following” me I offer you this; judgments can be as unjust as the actions or personal view they condemn.
Don’t worry kids Mr.TramueL is still committed to disarming his armor. I’ll continue to look to the sky and deepen my relationships with my current “followers.” I feel sorry for lil’ Mr.TramueL though he is now my official & permanent hang-out partner.
Drops Mic. Pours out a little liquor on stage (for those we lost along the way.) Walks off. Lights match. Throws lit match on poured out liquor. Stage goes up in flames.
Magic Always,
