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The picture of me crossing the little pond reflects the paths I've had to cross and courses I've had to take as a college student. Sure there's a bridge right behind me that will get me to the other side in half the time, but the adventurous side of me chooses the rocky road that might have more of a risk while crossing, but it's also a shorter distance.

The picture where I'm sitting on the bench nearby the small pond is conveying the fact that you never know what to expect. Expect the unexpected; but also enjoy the surprises as they come.

The horse-back riding picture in the background is pretty self-explanatory. Those that know me, know that I am deathly afraid of any and all things that are not of the human specie. Why? I have my reasons, lol. Anywho, I set aside my fear to try something new and in college, you sometimes have to put your fear behind you to accomplish something that can turn out to be rewarding in the end. That's my basketball coach by the way, helping me mount that ferocious creature, ha.

And that is my Baker perspective :)

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

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

..so either catch up or get left behind. Nobody can hold your hand through every stage of life, and whether you're fit for the real world or not.. it will hit you - HARD. Will you be ready?

-GL0

As if you didn't expect the jokes and comics from the affair to ensue.. Lol, I thought this was pretty funny when I seen it. Sidenote: Tiger has never been cute to me, but this picture definitely didn't help him either - give the guy a little credit! Lol, but hope you all had a Merry Christmas! :D

-GL0

So today was the first time I cried in a long time -- I need to never wait that long before I shed some tears again. People cast such a negative light on crying too, as if all forms of it are associated with depression, tragedy, and all things emo -- which isn't the case at all. Sometimes it's good to let out all those emotions you've been holding in.. you release so much tension through the form of tears -- whether the situation is happy or sad, you can't deny the feeling you get afterward. Relief doesn't begin to describe how I felt after my "moment" today. And this scripture was like icing on the cake...

Psalm 34:17

How comforting is that? Gosh, God is sooo good! No, really He is! Go tell a friend about Him! Lol. And shed a tear today; release some of your bottled stress. You'll be glad you did, I promise :)

-GL0

Life is a journey, not a destination... so buckle up and prepare for the road blocks, detours, and wrong turns. Best thing about this journey is you can't mapquest the directions; the route you take is totally up to you - just hope for the best, and brace yourself for the worst.

-GL0

As life brings you opportunities -- don't be picky. Every door that opens is a blessing from God. Either take advantage of it, or watch the next person excel.

-GL0

I guess the only other direction you can go after a very masculine beatdown on your ex-girlfriend is to feminize your next album cover with pants tighter than apple bottoms and the stance of a high-end top model? I don't know.. maybe I'm trippin, but this cover just doesn't sit well with me. For being such a high-paid artist, with 2 solo albums both debuting at #1, they say the third times a charm, and you gotta come harder than ever but damn Chris, you look softer than Evander Holyfield's ear the day Mike Tyson took a bite out of it. And what's up the cartoon-network looking characters that are supposed to illustrate the 'graffiti' vibe you're trying to sell. I blame his label for trying too hard to restore his image that has been forever altered and can no longer be what it used to be. Love the guy, I jam out to his music no matter what, but he better have songs that overlook his artwork or I foresee an overall album flop. Check out the mockery artwork mediatakeout did. Now that's just wrong. Lol, your thoughts?

-GL0

With Facebook becoming the new crack and e-mail of the decade, you're bound to come across people from your past and present, whether they be family members, ex-boyfriends, ex-bff's, or high school enemies. It's just inevitable. And with the new facebook now suggesting who you should be "friends" with, it doesn't make concealing your identity any easier. Not to mention the annoying "write on her wall" or "poke him" suggestions right below.. uggh, annoying! Anywho, why do people feel obligated to add/deny every request that comes to them? Maybe I need some time to evaluate whether it's worth going through all my photo albums and adding you to the "DO NOT SHOW" list, and whether I feel like censoring my thoughts for your sake. Mmmm, nah! So I neither confirm/deny the request.. I just let it pend and sit there. I wish I would've thought of this earlier, I'd probably have around 70 or somethin. I just started doing this last month, and will continue to. I will only add you under 2 conditions. We either know each other personally and have had a real-life contact somehow, or have at least 5 mutual friends. #nothingpersonal, I just can't have random people invading my personal area. That's what myspace is for anyway *side eye* Lol

-GL0

I don't normally agree or like anything that Tila Tequila condones, supports, or does.. but when I seen these it took me a minute to digest and actually grow fond of them. I mean yes, they're ghetto, weird-looking at first, and probably heavy.. BUT they are however different, and it's not something you'd see every day. Would I rock this for a couple weeks.. psssh, don't tell me twice! Maybe I'd switch up some of the characters, but I'm diggin the idea.. yall feelin this too or am i trippin? Lol

So... it's been a little minute since I posted last; my apologies, but I've been a lil, what's the word? ohh.. money-happy lately and let's just say my two most expensive ventures have been this lovely macbook along with a custom-made cover and a 32 gb ipod touch! (My 8 gb just wasn't cuttin it anymore). Now before you guys start the backlash, I got the macbook for $400 (dont worry about how - and yes it's brand new) and the iTouch for $299. Now that is a $1400 investment that I got all for under $700. I'm sorry yall, but my refund check was just sitting there waiting to be spent. I've worked so hard this summer and I've evolved so much as a person, I felt it necessary to finally do something for myself and reward my improving lifestyle. Not to say I'm anywhere near perfect, but I don't drink, I don't smoke, I've turned to the celibate lifestyle, and I'm renewing my faith and relationship with God. I just feel so whole and at peace with life right now that I can't help but to splurge a lil bit. So the question isn't where I've been.. it's where I'm going.. and that's up and away towards succes.. my destiny awaits.

-GL0

...well, on my campus at least. I just got promoted to manage my university's blog on top of already working for the Marketing Department who writes articles, edits photos, videos, and web designs. See examples of work here.

As the summer concludes, i thought I'd share with yall a couple of my favorite summer flicks.. this basically epitomizes the type of summer I had and what i spent a majority of my time doing - not swimming, but relaxing. This was the most laid back summer I ever had. I went from clubbing 3x a week last summer to 3x total this summer. It was hard at first, especially for me always wanting to be on the scene, but honestly I'm not looking for a man at a club, all the music they play I've probably had on my ipod for months, and hella gas gets wasted (cuz most clubs in phx downtown or far east)

While relaxing and spending quality time with family and friends instead, I also got really involved with a new church, which I'm now a proud member of (as of last week) Kingdom in the Valley off Indian School & Old Litchfield Rd (i truly recommend a visit) And it's really helped me refine my relationship with God and have the urge to live more like him. I've also been on my grind in the gym, working out 4-5 days a week: weight room, cardio, and basketball pick-up games. I am probably in the best shape I've been in for a while, I'm excited for season :-D Enough randomness, hope you all's summer is going well, try to enjoy the lil bit we have left!

-GL0

Dear Mr. President,

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! You are undoubtedly the sexiest President ever; even with age. Don't ever lose that sexy you hear me? Thanks for your continued strive to make progression out of a recession. I will continue to milk out all the government cheese for the meantime. You're America's superhero, and I can't lie, I don't think anyone fills out their uniform quite like you do although your package looks questionable. For someone who's turning 48, you are aging quite gracefully, if I do say so myself. I still do believe I will get the opportunity to stalk meet you one day, and when I do, trust that I shall never wash my hands again unless heavy-duty sh*tting occurs. Keep fighting for this country and restoring what used to be and still has the potential to be great. I pray for your continued guidance and wisdom and just know that us little people down here got your back. Tell Michelle her new hairstyle is FIERCE! Say hi to the kids and kick pet the dog for me (i hate dogs FYI). But smiles all around.

Sincerely,