My Journal… My Journey…
One of the most iconic people in my generation was a man named Mr. Fred Rogers. He gained popularity through a television show in which he produced, wrote, and starred in called Mister Roger's Neighborhood, which aired on PBS. Last night I watched a documentary film (Won't You Be My Neighbor) that went into detail... Continue Reading →
Everyone who watches television and is on social media probably knows about the Lifetime docuseries "Surviving R. Kelly". Though I haven't seen the docuseries, I have been told that it was produced very well and brought forth more sexual misconduct allegations against R. Kelly than what was previously known. I never really was an R.... Continue Reading →
One of my good friends told me to watch an encouraging video. So, like any good friend would do, I found the video on YouTube and watched it. The video is actually an old audio lecture on positive thinking and successful living. You can view it or listen to it below. The recording is called... Continue Reading →
It seems like the hounds of winter are calling out into the cold nights. Young single adults are emitting cries of loneliness through social media and online dating apps. The feeling of family, the desire to not be alone during the holidays, the longing for someone to share love with, wanting to kiss the lips... Continue Reading →
Lately I've been thinking about how fantasy has become so much more attractive to adults than reality. Last night I called my brother and my cousin after I saw the new Marvel superhero movie Black Panther. We discussed all the aspects of the movie like we were Siskel and Ebert 🙂 (you have to be... Continue Reading →
There are few stories that have been recorded in history that can rival the story of the African-American. It is a story where various races of colored people were sold to the highest bidder and were legally treated as animals for 100's of years. As I write this, I feel saddened, because I know that... Continue Reading →
In the past month there have been over 30 well-known and widely respected men who have been accused of sexual misconduct, rape, or some form of sexual harassment to women (click here). One of the things that stand out to me the most is that these men are not just the common perverted music producers... Continue Reading →
Lately I have been thinking about the current divisions within our country that are constantly being reported by the news. And, how the past and present issues of racism, social injustices, and differences of opinions on governmental practices are being brought to the forefront. In the last few years, what was often hidden under rugs... Continue Reading →
One thing I will never understand is why people are so afraid of change. Some people will never look to build a relationship with someone outside of their circle of friends... or better put, "safety net". I was talking to a friend tonight about how some of his friends and family never thought of leaving... Continue Reading →
