This picture is actually very old. Like extremely old. I want to say about 2-3 years ago, and quite frankly, I'm not too sure why I decided to pull this one up to depict this post... but I did. I feel like my world is spinning and I don't have time to stop and smell the roses, appreciate Mother Nature, and take a deep breath anymore. I have a huge decision to make pretty soon and I decided to whip out the old pen & paper and start documenting my thoughts again. I've always had a strong vibe with written expression whether it be poetry or journaling - it was something that made me more in tune with my inner self. But I always somehow seemed to drop one of my only good habits, and now I'm striving to start it again. For good. For as long as I can. For...ever (I hope). If it's not too personal, I'll post some of my journal entries on here. As candid and unedited as possible. But for now, it's just me, my pen, and paper.

-GL0

On another note, it’s easier to do something when there is a short-term reward in the end — that being summer. In the fall, you know you still have another semester to knock out before the ultimate vacation.

At any rate, spring semester officially begins tomorrow, Wednesday, January 27, 2010, and I feel unprepared for some reason. Yes I have my schedule, checked my alerts, holds, and any other hindrances that constantly appear on the student portal, and it seems that I have everything set, yet I still don’t feel ready. Thankfully the first week is a short one and I can use the weekend to fully recuperate and mentally prepare myself for another long 20 weeks or so.. or at least ’til spring break.

I mean seriously, Chris? Is this the guy you really should be posing with after your latest stunt? I think it's safe to say this isn't the greatest move for his image. Not that he would've turned down the opportunity to pose with this high end designer, but his PR should know better. Regardless, Chris posed with designer Jean Paul Gaultier in Paris after attending his boxing-inspired, warrior-themed runway show.

-GL0

Oh the infamous "race card" - the card that all black people seem to pull out when all else fails. The card that supposedly applies to any and all situations when you feel the slightest sense of unfairness or inequality. As funny as this is, I can't help but resort to its deeper meaning. As an African-American, are you guilty of assuming that everything in life is a result of racial profiling and stereotypes? You didn't get that job at Foot Locker? It's 'cause you're black. Didn't get the biggest scoop possible at the Chinese restaurant? It's 'cause you're black. Got bad credit? It's 'cause you're black -- no really! Lol, jk.. but in all seriousness, does the race card play out in your everyday thought processes when things don't go your way? Think about it.

-GL0

Have YOU accepted his friend request?

-GL0

I don't know how familiar you guys are with this show, but I remember hearing about it a while ago, watched a couple episodes when I was at a friend's house because she loved the show, but never really kept up with it since. Well by chance one morning, I happen to turn to channel 21 (abc family) thinking that it was TBN (the Christian channel) because that's the channel it is back home, and I forgot I was in Kansas for a second. Anywho, this show is on and I instantly remember how suspenseful it was. The next thing you know, 14 hours go by and I'm still watching this show. Luckily, this day-long marathon they had, caught me up on everything I've missed right before the season premiere. If you've never heard of this show, or are already a fan - tune in Monday at 8/7c on abcfamily. You'll be glad you did, I promise!

-GL0

To be patient with God and let His manifestation inspire others. "Those who wait for the LORD will gain new strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles, they will run and not get tired, they will walk and not become weary." -Isaiah 40:31