Presidential Visit

On Thursday, September 27th 2012, I saw for the first time, the President of the United States, President Barack Obama! It was at a grassroot event in Virginia Beach, and I was so excited. The atmosphere was Electrifying! He was very handsome, also charming and the people there, just loved him. My only regret, was that I chose to ride with someone, and as a result, ended up seating so far away. I can't believe I did that! but despite the seating, I saw him, heard him and had a wonderful time there. It was a wonderful opportunity, and hopefully, I'll get to see him again, but next time, much closer. (0:

Trusting God for my son

Today is one month my son left for NYU, Abu Dhabi, UAE. He is homesick, hot, and seems overly concerned about wasting time, as the Lab is not yet up and running as he had expected. I thank YOU Lord for giving him peace of mind, and for working all things out on his behalf. YOU understand him best, and knows the plans YOU have for him. Thank You Lord for his success in advance, and for working everything out. YOU are faithful.

Jer. 32: 26  "Behold, I am the Lord; the God of all flesh, is anything too dificult for me?"

Nine Eleven (911)

Today is Tuesday, September 11th 2012. My youngest son's twenty-first (21st) birthday!  He is such a wonderful, funny young man, and I just wanted to honor him today, instead of the constant focus of the 911 events which have been part of his birthday, since that fateful day, eleven (11) years ago today. Although these are painful memories for the families who have lost loved ones, I've chosen to move on and to celebrate my son's special day, so that he could reflect on "normal" memories of his  birthday, instead of the constant 911 memorials.

Culture

Labor Day, 2012! Today, people are on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn NY jumping to the rhythmic sounds of the Islands. I remembered my very first Labor Day in Brooklyn. It was September 1975, and I was extremely excited. There was so much to see! Lots of music, food, costumes, and people. I remembered being tired when that day was over. Today, I'm resting in my home. Not as excited about the parade as time past, simply because each year, the event has been marred by violence of some sort. Not every one there is there to do good. Neither does everyone there understands the Caribbean/West Indian culture. Nevertheless, whenever I have the chance again, I will continue to stand on the sidelines and watch the bands and people go by. I love my heritage.

Misunderstood

Well, it's the second day of September, and I'm up early writing this blog. I have no idea what I want to say, therefore, I'll continue pressing the keys, and see what remains. Life is strange sometimes. Sometimes I wonder why I am the way I am. Like, I'm funny yet serious. To some, I may come across as stuck up and to others, very stupid. I'm really down to earth, and enjoy people that are kind, loving, and compassionate. Don't care for "shady" people. I tend to keep them at a distance, and interact only when neccessary. I love my family! They know me best. I don't like discord or confusion. My family are mostly peaceful and loving. Therefore, I often expect this( loving & peaceful ) from others, and this may not be their reality. I'm learning to accept people for who they are, and not to fit them into my mold. I am a firm believer in God, and want very much to walk in my purpose. Most of the time, I'm not sure what that is, but I believe it becomes clearer to me when someone is hurting. I automatically reach out to nuture, build up, and help them. I often feel like, I'm always giving of myself. It hurts so much when you give the best of yourself to others, and then, have them misunderstand you, ignore you, etc. That is just how we treat God! HE gives us the best of everything, and we hurt HIM over and over again. But, thank God for HIS greatest gift, LOVE! Love binds all things together, and I will continue to love, like HE continues to love us.

Prov 10:12 Hatred stirs up strife, but love covers all sins.