I'm GRATEFUL for..

I know this is 4 days past due for doing an entry about what I'm grateful for since it isn't Thanksgiving, but I'm going to do it anyways.

I'm grateful for...

• a family/mom & brother
  
• 2 different homes: Denton & Bedford
  
• my Bible
• camera/photography
• food
• clothes
• bed
• all the electronics I have
• the ability to share my faith freely without punishment
• the blessing of going to school
• the eye for art
• painting
• music
• Sigma Alpha
• Young Life
• the blessing of beautiful friends
• laughter!
• worshipping
• celebrating good things!
• God! Jesus! Holy Spirit!
• my life!

And my list could consist of more small things, but that's the over-all stuff I appreciate so much in my life. This morning when I was going to the bus stop I was overwhelmed with how beautiful Jesus showed Himself through the sky this morning, I wish I had a picture of it.

At church yesterday (121) the Missions pastor asked the question of: Are you content with the circumstances in your life? And to be honest, I'm not perfectly content with every situation but as he read from Philippians and how Paul suffered more hardships then I would ever face, Paul's faith continued to grow and he knew God would fulfill his life wherever he was. And I must trust Him more and more and more, never lacking faith.

Single Black Lee Male

I'm not too sure what to make of this Courtney Lee character. Last year, with the Magic, she seemed like a nice lady who was down to play some tough defense and maybe make a three-pointer or miss an alley-oop layup on occasion.


But this year, there is something different. For instance, now she plays with the New Jersey Nets. That's not the difference I was talking about, necessarily. Check this out.


I know what you're thinking. No, that isn't Kenyon Martin from 2000 to 2004. It's just a case of one human (Courtney Lee) trying to be another human (Kenyon Martin) who was trying to be another human (Method Man). A real Kirk Lazarus situation.


Feels like an identity crisis starring John Cusack and Ray Liotta. Last season, peeps were like, "check out Courtney Lee, he's pretty legit." And he was sorta legit. He was a down-to-earth tucked-in shirt bro with a lady's name.


Now he is all headbandy and goateed, and I'm kinda thinking maybe he wants to be an enforcer like Kenyon Martin. Or maybe he wants to shoot bad jumpshots like Kenyon Martin. It's possible he wants to reinvent himself as a good defender who thinks he's an elite defender like Kenyon Martin. Maybe he just likes holding backboards like Kenyon Martin.


That's all well and good. Maybe he'll be the number one draft pick some time. I don't know. But I do know that there is one thing that I just can't accept from Courtney Lee, and that is a comically bad tattoo of a rapper's lips on his neck.

Be careful, Courtney Lee.

Servant Hearts

Another great thing about blognetworking is that you can come across people who are giving their hearts to serve the Lord and even going to other countries. A friend of mine Caroline, and her Best Friend Caroline who I've read her blogs are doing something different for the holidays this year. They want you to by these pictures which I think you should because look at how beautiful these children are from Haiti. And look at how gorgeous this place is. If you can't think of ANYTHING to get your family, friend, co-worker, a stranger get them something they will continue to look at and want to give.

Because that is what this holiday season is about, right? Yap, giving.

And here are their blog links because they write/take pictures of great things!

Caroline F: http://www.carolinefontenot.com/

Caroline T: http://www.ohsweetcaroline.blogspot.com/

Ming Ahh!

When you're the first person to do anything, you know you're special. For example, Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone, and I'm guessing he felt pretty great about being the first person to do that.

So who else has done something first? Meet this lady.

That right there is Ming Na, the first regular lesbian character to star in all 16 seasons and 3 movies of the Stargate franchise. Wait, I missed out the first Asian lesbian regular to star on television. EVER! That's right, I don't just mean in Stargate. She is the first regular Asian lesbian character to star on any show that has ever been created.

Screw you Bell, that's an achievement.

In Stargate, we see Na's character Camile and her partner Sharon together. I've been told that the episode titled 'Life' is a great example of fabulous acting and a realistic depiction of lesbians in the real world.

Come to think of it, it sort of sucks that there aren't more gay women of colour or ethnicity on our screens.

We have Latino diva Sara Ramirez on Grey's Anatomy, we previously had bi-racial Jennifer Beals and African American lovely Rose Rollins on lesbian smash The L Word and now we have this Asian beauty.

But that's about it on British and American television. I'm sure there are more, but in comparison to straight women of different ethnic origins, there are hardly any.

The moral of the story is that lesbians are better than telephones.

Ming Na - 1.

Alexander Graham - 0.

- Thanks to tweetbian TheMiR43 for the tip!

If My Dog Played Basketball

Everybody knows that my dog Yams really likes basketball.


As you can see she clearly 'nose for the ball' and she is pretty aggressive when going for it. I think that means that she'd be a really good rebounder, and would probably get a modest contract from the Houston Rockets because of efficiency. Which is cool since she'd be the first female to play in the NBA.

But sometimes, I wish she was a more skilled basketball player. I wish she could do other things besides just rebounding. I mean, yeah, it's worked out pretty well for Reggie Evans, but I want something better for Yams.

It would be excellent if I could teach her tons of ball-handling moves. Maybe I'd call her God Yammgod.


But I've always been a big guy, so I would have to teach her big guy things. Like how to block a lot of shots, but never really be a good defender. I would call her Yamuel Dalembert.


Maybe after that she would have one good year, get a huge contract, and then never fulfill that contract. I would call her Erick Yampier.


Later on we'd work on her 18-footer. It'd really help expand her limited offensive repertoire. Along with the rebounding and shot-blocking, she'd have three valuable skills. I would call her Marcus Yamby.


When her playing career has ended she'll probably have a reputation as a hard-worker who is committed to defense. Hopefully that means she'll be able to coach someday. If so, I'd call her Kurt Yambis.


This is all a dream though. She's only a year old, and even in dog years that's not old enough to enter the Draft. But depending on how you look at it, we have somewhere between 3 and 17 years to get her ready for the NBA. By then the gender/species barrier might have already been broken. But if not, I'm hoping Yams Baldwin Kerby can be the first to do it.

Brandon Jennings' New Shoes

As you already know, I'm a very powerful advertising executive.

Heeeeeyyy. You want some ads?

And you already know that I'm down with shoes.

Heeeeeyyy. You want some shoes?

But you probably didn't know that I was working closely with Under Armour to create the newest shoe for their biggest (and only) NBA endorser, Brandon Jennings. Brandon wanted to go with something that represented his team, the Milwaukee Bucks. I think we subtly alluded to that with this newest signature shoe, the BJ2.

The BJ2

There's some pretty impressive performance features. The zipper helps to maintain the low profile that Brandon likes, and the Hoof Bottom^TM allows for forefoot flexibility. Of course the coarse deer hair (obtained from real deer carcasses*) let's Brandon's foot breath, while keeping it dry and warm. The extended Deer Ankle Technology^TM gives support to both high and low ankle sprains.

Inspiration

We really looked to nature on this project, and I think it turned out pretty well. In fact, Brandon was wearing the shoes during his 55 point explosion. That's a pretty ringing endorsement. Right now, the shoes aren't available for the public, but they will be released over All Star Weekend. These will be especially great during the cold winter months. Stay tuned for further updates.

*No deer were harmed in the making of the BJ2. All hair was obtained from a roadkill exchange initiative in the Milwaukee area.

Spike Lee Explains Things: A Blowtorch Joint

Aight, Mike, let's break it down. I'm not legally affiliated with the team, but I go to every Knicks game. Every single Knicks game. 41 a year, Mike. Ahmad here does a show once a week about the NBA, so he doesn't have to be at a lot of games, but he goes anyways. And then you. You run an actual NBA team. Kinda. The Bobcats, man. They're technically an NBA team, but you don't even go to the games. That sound right? That sound right?

And what's with the mock turtlenecks, Mike? Back in the day, GQ was all over you. Oh, Michael Jordan, best dressed and all that. But now you wear mock turtlenecks and mom jeans, man. Was they lying back then, Mike? I mean, Ahmad can't say too much. He got on a scarf and jacket cut from the same material, but you know better Mike. You know? Youknowyouknowyouknow?

I know you ain't want to hear it Money, but it needs to be said. Don't leave me hanging, Mike. I'm just trying to set you straight, man. C'mon Mike. C'monc'monc'mon. Awww...Mike. C'mon!

21 YEARS OF LIFE!

I wanted to do this post on my actual birthday, which was the 16th. But I failed, and have also gone through the whole week without doing this post but while its fresh on my mind, I want to simply commit this entry of:

21 THINGS ON MY 21st BIRTHDAY!

1. At midnight I got CARDED! I was so excited to hang over my ID and show them "I'm 21!"

2. Also at midnight I had my first free drink (at the Garage) which I think was a combination of Captain Morgan a and some pineapple flavor

3. That morning my sweet friend Caymen had cooked me breakfast and got me a book I had been wanting "Irresistible Revolution" (thank you!)

4. On my way to work my grandmother called me and sang to as she does every year and I love it

5. For lunch I went to the Public House for the first time since its switch from the Drink, Tricia was with me!!! and I had my 2nd drink, Pina Colada. 

6. My aunt called me at lunch to wish me a happy birthday

7. My dinner party was at Joe's with my sweet friends and mom/bro and Rebecca where I had a drink called Shark Bite

8. Presents included; $50/photoframe from Rebecca

9. new perfume [Euphoria] my winter scent

10. a juicy new yellow iPod Nano plus some giftcard money for new tunes

11. A book about 1001 Paintings I need to see before I die, I have a lot of traveling to do now

12. Throughout the course of the days many phone calls/texts/Facebook posts/even some Tweets to me! Thanks y'all!

13. I took my first step into a liquor store which was huge!

14. I received a special gift from my Secret Sister! 

15. My mom made YUMMY Birthday cupcakes!

16. At Joe's I had to hop around the place like a bunny while smashing pans together

17. With my iTune giftcards I got the Beyonce CD + Switchfoot

18. Bought my Passion ticket! Here I come Atlanta!

19.This didn't happen on my "exact" birthday but I will throw this in, that I saw NEW MOON!

20. This also didn't happen on my "exact" birthday but it counts as a wonderful thing; TRICIA GOT TO SEE SCOTT AND THEIR COMING HOME! Yahoo!

21. Wrote a letter to God

"Father I thank You, thank You, thank You, for giving me 21 years on a place You laid down by Your hands. That You have blessed me so well and that this is a day to celebrate. Many memories have come from these years, especially the most important, committing my life to Jesus. 'By grace You have been saved' and yes I have been by your beautiful grace. I just continue to pray that I could be a light to people for as long as You allow me. More years to know more of You and experience this life. More time to develop lasting friends, grow in fellowship, bear fruit, continue to do art, be a wife, mother and sister of Christ. Father than You for what You have already done and whats to come."

       


            

Upon Kris Humphries Assuming Wolf Form

Kinda worried, guys.

I was reading the Internet and I came across this poster of Kris Humphries starring in the documentary New Moon.

Clearly this means that Kris Humphries is a werewolf. Clearly, werewolves are dangerous. They are known to eat humans, livestock, and sometimes Cobb salads. Clearly werewolves will eat whatever, so we need to be prepared for when Kris Humphries transforms from human to werewolf. Clearly.

Now, I have it under good authority that the Dallas Mavericks have undertaken strict precautions for employing a werewolf. Mark Cuban has developed a sophisticated 'moon catcher' that blocks moon rays from reaching Humphries' skin, preventing transformation. However, not all teams have adopted this technology, so I have put together a short guide for protecting yourself from WereKris. Here are the DOs and DO NOTs of werewolf safety:

• DO NOT attend Dallas Maverick games when a full moon is expected.
• DO always carry several steaks with you whenever the Mavericks are scheduled near your city. If WereKris attacks, throw a steak as far as you can, then run in the other direction.
• DO NOT forget to throw all of the steaks in different directions, otherwise WereKris will still smell the steaks you left in your pockets, and eat those steaks and probably your legs..
  
• DO wear cargo pants for maximum steak-holding efficacy.
• DO NOT listen to "She Wolf" by Shakira within a 50 mile radius of WereKris. That's just asking for trouble.
• DO fashion a shirt of mistletoe if it is confirmed that Humphries has transformed. Not only does the plant sometimes ward off werewolves, it also might get you a kiss when he becomes human again.
• DO NOT try to kiss Kris Humphries if he is in werewolf form.
• DO arm yourself with a revolver loaded with pure silver bullets. This is just good advice in general. You never know when things might get shoot-y.
• DO NOT investigate the Shrieking Shack or what is under the Whomping Willow.
• DO ask Professor Snape for a flask of Wolfsbane potion. Just in case.
  

From all the reading I've done on werewolves (Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Wikipedia) it seems like we can co-exist with werewolves as long as we are careful. Constant vigilance is needed to stay alive. It's like I always say, "stay alive to stay alive."

"Stay alive to stay alive."
-- Trey Kerby, 1984-2012

The Annotated Brad Miller Drive

Last night I was watching some NBA basketball on television. I was enjoying the Chicago Bulls versus Sacramento Kings basketball game when Brad Miller decided to drive to the basket. This caused me to have some laughs.



Unfortunately, I couldn't find a true copy of the game because of 'blackouts' and 'legal restrictions', so this video will have to do. Nothing says aesthetic quality quite like a videotaped screen with annotations. But for seriously, make some laughs with me as Brad Miller fakes out Spencer Hawes, plays to the camera, and causes the announcers to say some of the most obviously crazy things ever uttered on a broadcast.

Stephen Jackson Joins the Bobcats

Wait.

I'm for real a Bobcat?

Like really? Like I play for the Bobcats now? That's for real?

Dag, yo.

And this my uniform? With like, the stripes but then sometimes no stripes? And this trim stuff that's like 18 different colors? For serious?

Dag, yo.

This is MESSED up. I was like "yo trade me Nellie," but I didn't mean to the Bobcats. Not cool, man. I was like hoping to get on a good team or something. But the Bobcats?

Dag, yo.

Yo, who plays guard around this piece? Who Murray? Flip? That his real name? Grown man call himself Flip. That ain't right. Forget it mang, I'ma play for y'all. I can do that, for...for you. But I'ma shoot. "Flip" Murray think he the only guard with a goatee and headband that gonna shoot, he's outta his mind.

THERE'S A DUDE NAMED BORIS ON THIS TEAM?? This ain't no Rocky and Bullwinkle type joke right? For real. His name is Boris?

Dag, yo.

At least he big though. Must be able to dunk something fierce.

He can't dunk?? For real? Man 6 foot 8 and can't dunk. You serious?

Dag, yo.

I guess y'all need scoring, right? Stephen Jackson can score for you. Stephen Jackson going to score for you. Like for real. Like lots of scoring for you. I'ma get my shots. Don't you worry. I'll do it for you, Bobcats.

Dag, yo.

The Bobcats...for real.

cold shivery Monday

This morning when I walked outside I was completely soaked up in the coldness that took over. I had to pull out my hand-gloves so my fingers wouldn't freeze up. When I was walking to work I could see the other people just shivering as well. As I was just going through Anthropologie's new stuff, as well as Urban Outfitters I found some cute outerwear finds that I would love to have for this coming season as winter approaches. 

first keep the hands warm

I need hat protection as well

This will keep me completely warm hopefully

Something cute has hold my necessities 

And these are just fun & cute from Anthropologie, knit ornaments!

I'm starting to feel the holiday spirit!!!!

Joakim Noah Serves Turkey

Yeah yeah yeah yeah Joakim got turkey all up in this. We talkin turkey lurkey hidin in the bushes Aerobeds aint got enough cushions. Uh. Bad Boy baby. Who want this turkey?

Yeeeeeeaaaaaaahhhhh boy. Get that turkey, son. When it come November, turkey be oil be rebounds, son. Get that turkey, son. Gimme some.

Close enough, dog. Next time, pound that. Like, BOOM style. Pound that action. We'll work on it. But now, homie? Let's dance.



TURKEY, SON.

lame post

This past week I did not do well on updating about any current events that happened in my life and there was a bunch! That is what I will my time at work doing tomorrow, catching y'all readers on the juicy stuff that has been going on.

And as for tonight I haven't had the right attitude about my school work and the tasks that I have to complete. I have about 4 art projects that I either have to have had complete/worked on/or start beginning on it. My heart is for art and my passion, I am in just burn-out mode right now from school. I know that daily I should be living in art, its what I've been gifted with, but my attitude isn't right. I need to fix that.

This is my "P"icture for the blog entry.

Lesbian Sex: What works and what doesn't?

I've never been a fan of open sex talk, but as a lesbian blogger, I feel it is my duty.

As requested, I have decided to publish a post about sex.

I have a few questions myself. For example, does LBD (Lesbian Bed Death) really exist? I for one have not experienced it with any of my partners, so I was just wondering if anyone else had.

Anyway... Let's talk positions and techniques. What works and what doesn't?

Favourites traditionally include scissoring, oral and sex in the shower, but which of these is the favourite among lesbians? (Vote in the poll to the right or leave a comment!)

Another question: What is so sexy about sex against a wall? Is it the coldness of the wall you're leaning against or is it simply that you have complete control over your victim? I know what my answer would be, but I, along with other lesbians, am intrigued (and slightly nosey) to see what other lesbians think.

How about foreplay? Do you like it to last for a long time, or is it better to get straight into some passionate love-making?

I understand that this post is mostly a series of questions, but it'd be great to know the general feeling towards sex from others.

Comment if you want to state your arguments and opinions.

Things More Exciting Than a Channing Frye Dunk

• Nachos
  
• Going to the bathroom
  
• Falling asleep sitting up
  

The Brad Miller Show - Episode 1

Brad Miller and sidekick Brian Scalabrine discuss guns, nicknames, and sprinting.

Flip Saunders Coaches DeShawn Stevenson

Hey DeShawn. Just wanted to let you know that you have several tattoos on your neck. One of them is Abraham Lincoln.

Oh, and there's a couple on your face too. Tattoos. On your face. Just reminding you.

One more thing, you were a -25 tonight. Yeah, the Heat scored 25 more points than us when you were on the court. Not great. The whole "defensive stopper" thing wasn't really happening, I guess. Next time.

But mostly, I just wanted to remind you about the tattoos that are on your neck and face, because those are still there.

Thanks, DeShawn.

You Did It, Chris!

Chris! CHRIS!

CHRIS!

Way to go buddy! You just won NBA Player of the Week for the Western Conference! I'm so proud of you! I cannot stop screaming!

Yeah, Chris!!!!!! Congratulations on literally the biggest honor you have ever received in your career, and probably the biggest honor a Clipper will receive this season! Woooooooooo!

Check out my sign, Chris. If you couldn't tell, I made it myself. I didn't want to go the cliche "professional-looking sign" way so I tore a piece of ceiling down from my office at work and found whatever Sharpies we had in the supply cabinet. Looks great, right?!?!

You did it, Chris!! You did it so much!

LOOK AT MY AWESOME SIGN!!!

CHRIS!!! KAMAN!!!

Jeremy Makes a Name for Himself

Hey world! It's me, Jeremy, here to brighten your day with my fantastic smile. Now, go and let me eat in peace.

Oh. You again. Okay, whatever. Take the picture and be gone.

Okay, this is just embarrassing. You're following me around like a poodle. Great, you've seen my family in all sorts of poses. Now if you don't mind, I'd like to get my jumping exercises in for the day. I've got to work out for the ladies I'll be meeting next decade.

Seriously? Seriously? Are you trying to make me angry? Don't make me sic my Dad and older brother on you!

Peter? Dad? You awake?

Sigh. I can't get no respect around here.

Here's How Bad the Hornets Are

Whoops, Adam Morrison got his first picture of the year taken against your team. It was a wide open jumper. It went in.

Lesbian Love On Grey's!

Pretty much all lesbians only watch Grey's Anatomy for the resident gay couple, Arizona (Jessica Capshaw) and Callie (Sara Ramirez).

I know, adorable.

So you won't be surprised that I cried this week after Arizona told Callie that she loved her. Finally, we have a lesbian couple who don't tell each other they're in love within the first week. We finally have a lesbian couple who haven't moved in together within three months. And we definitely don't have a lesbian couple who are going to 'make a baby' any time soon.

But the 'I love yous' were perfectly timed this week. Facial expression and timing was just astonishing between the two actresses: it was like you could tell what they were thinking.

Again, I can't do it justice with my words, the only way to really understand is watching the episode for yourself.

Keep it up, Shonda Rhimes.

1:41 PM

There's nothing significant about the time, I just couldn't think of a name for this blog. 

The great thing about following various amounts of blogs is I get connected to other links and see great things. Today while catching up on LooksGoodToMe blog I found a new website with "artsy" outfits. I don't think I am bold enough to wear many of these outfits out because my generally wear normally consist of a t-shirt/jeans/flip-flops, but I could totally incorporate many of their items into my wardrobe. 

My going out look & then hitting Art 6 up after.

I think this shirt is so fun, I like the whole Indian look.

Like just the simple colors. Black, white and nude will never die out.

And I would wear this outfit, no boldness to it, I just want a cardigan like that.

This site is: www.NeedSupply.com

Leave comments if I'm missing something important that needs to be shown. I'll blog about it.