Wednesday, May 28, 2008

Its May 28, 2008 but HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

Who Say's New Years comes only once a year?

Why do we think New Years and resolutions only take place once a year? I've never know them to last longer than a month with anybody. So to make ourselves feel better we put it off til the next year thinking we will start over fresh "for the new year". What about the rest of the year? I have come to realize that everyday should be treated like a new year. Just like the song, We Fall Down But We Get Up! Why does one bad day, week or month determine the rest of the year? Just like we have good days and bad days. Let the good out weigh the bad. Once you decide to do something different with your life, stick to it! Even if you fall out of routine for a couple days or a month. There should always be more days to look forward to than back on anyway. I think the easiest way to do this is to take baby steps into the change. That way its more attainable.

Tuesday, May 27, 2008

Entertainment News

Keith Sweat's first album, Make It Last Forever was released in 1987. That album included hits such as Make It Last Forever, I Want Her, Something Just Aint Right, and Don't Stop Your Love. The Second album, I'll Give All My Love To You, was released June of 1990. This album featured hits like Make You Sweat and Merry Go Round. His third album Keep it Comin' released in 1991. He also produced Kut Klose and Silk. Later he, Johnnie Gill, and Gerald LeVert joined together to form LSG. They released two albums. Now he is back with a solo release album titled Just Me, released May 13, 2008. I haven't heard much about this one, but I am sure us old school people can feel it no matter what.

Monday, May 26, 2008

Didn't I Just Say I Got It?!!!

Okay, so somebody is explaining something to you and you reply, I understand and they continue to explain. After about five minutes of them saying the same thing, you say once again, I understand, thinking maybe they didn't hear you the first time. This is really the third time now and you're pissed, now your tone and facial expression is saying it all and you are wondering if this person is stupid. Well, maybe its you! Think about this, the word understand means to comprehend. Why not say I comprehend or I overstand. Understand (to me) is the opposite. Next time you have to say I understand, tell that person you overstand or you comprehend, and watch the response you get. Whatever it is, I'm sure they won't keep explaining!

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Saturday, May 24, 2008

Five Ways To Save Four Dollars For Gas

It seems like gas prices are going up almost everyday. The vast majority has had to either cut back or cut out some daily activities. Now we have to think of other ways to get things done to save on gas. If its a supply or demand problem, we will never know. At this point it really doesn't matter because for now it is what it is. Maybe these few tips will help you save for a few gallons of that expensive gas.

1) Know the difference between a want and a need!!! A need is something you absolutely can not do with out. Everything else is a want. Be honest with yourself, you know what things can wait!


2) Skip eating out.

Just think, if you eat out once a day and your meal is five bucks that's an easy twenty five dollars a week. and if you are eating out more than that in a day that's maybe almost a half tank of gas a week. The thing is to plan ahead, take left overs for lunch, get up in time to make breakfast, take snacks and all this includes planning dinner as well. Who knows this just might be a healthier alternative for some of us.

3) Clip coupons.

When its time to go grocery shopping, its a good idea to check out the sales papers for coupons and special sales for the items that you will be needing. Don't be afraid to try store brands. Outside of the packaging you may not be able to tell the difference. To save even more money plan your meals for the week, get what you need first and snacks and stuff later.

4) Buy things in larger sizes

Household items that we use the most such as tissue, paper towels, soap, dish detergent, washing powder, etc. The larger the size the cheaper it should be and the less often you have to buy it.
Target has started to sell some household items in bigger quantities. Then there is Sam's and B.J.'s. Remember to compare prices.

5) Find a way (s) to make more money

We should have something we enjoy doing that we can get paid for. Whatever the case may be invest in yourself and don't think you are only worth want your job tells you! Give yourself that pay raise and keep increasing it. Life can easily get in the way of us thinking of ourselves first so we end up thinking less of ourselves and that leads to us thinking we have to settle for what's given. Remember your dreams and goals. Obtain them just a little bit faster by doing what you love and get paid for it!

Thursday, May 22, 2008

Inspirational Thought

Don't wait til something goes wrong to realize how good it was!
Be thankful for everyday, everything, and every moment

Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Excuse Me, Are You Taken?

Once interest has been expressed, at what point should you ask if that person is in a relationship?

Some don't think this should be a question at all because this important information should be given without asking. I do agree with that way of thinking, however, we are living in a new day and age where honesty doesn't exist like it used to. In fact, I think we should assume that this information will not be given up front and ask as if we are asking that person's name.

Since we will never understand why relevant information is withheld I've come up with a list of
questions we should ask him or her once interest has been established. While these questions will not guarantee the truth, I think body language will play a part in determining if they're telling the truth. These questions will also give you a better idea of the type of person you are
thinking about letting into your personal space. Negative energy and bad vibes are real!

1) Are you currently in a relationship?

Remember what you've been told all your life. No question is a dumb question! Pay attention to extra blinks, shaking legs, hand movement and stuttering. Key signs of a liar unless they have Turret Syndrome.

2) How long ago did it end?

This will give you some idea if this person is even worth more conversation. If the previous relationship just ended you could be the fall guy or girl. Which means you could be something to do until they work things out.

3) Ever been married?

If this isn't covered in the last question and you have to dig for information, that person is definitely hiding something. Ask how long the marriage was including how long they dated and of course why it ended. Listen carefully to see if they blame the other person. I do understand we may have been in a relationship with that type of person but how they chose to end it says a lot.

3) Any kids? Ages?

Beware of baby mama drama or baby daddy drama! Who has money to throw away on security or replacing windows and tires! And if new kids surface out of the blue after a month, dismiss them.

4) Who is the most important person in your life?

Its important to know about close friendships and family relationships. Once you meet them you will have the inside scoop. Ladies, its true how he treats his mama and the women in his life will determine how he will treat you!

5) What are your goals?

This is also important because it tells you where this person going and may give you some idea of where they've been. This is a question that doesn't require thought. No goals mean no potential!

Hopefully I have helped someone and given others something to think about when meeting that someone "special".


These are my opinions. Please feel free to share yours.

Tuesday, May 20, 2008

All For You

I decided to start this blog because I want to reach women who would like to have or need someone to talk to about ANYTHING. I won't claim to have any type of degree when it comes to relationships in general. As we live we experience things with the people we love, people we work with or people we encounter on a daily basis. Whatever the case may be, let's talk about whats on your mind!

I want to inspire, inform, and entertain women of all walks of life.

Please welcome me and help me make this a success!

My blog will feature:

Relationship quizzes
Surveys
Motivational quotes
Entertainment
Recipes
Health & Nutrition