Starting Again

Well, it seems like everything is starting to fall into place. As of right now, i'm officially starting back at trucking school on Monday. I've been sitting at my cousin's house for the last three week's. I've had a lot of time to meditate and clear my mind. I should be finished with school, but i'm happy I had the alone time. I think i'm a lot more prepared for what's to come. I'm ready to learn. I'm am really ready to make some money again.

I have been trying to keep in better touch with my family. I am using multiple method's in order to communicate with them. I want to start more of a support system, not only for me, but for the whole family. I'm going to take the initiative at this time to use multiple forms of communication to reach out and stay in contact with them.

I'm also going to work on my relationship. Recently, i've been trying to give my woman more space, even with the distance. Since we are apart, it makes it easier. Hopefully, it will give us both the space we need to get ourselves together. Really focus on our own personal need's and want's, and how to take care of them on our own. When we accomplish that, added to what we have already been through, I believe we will be much stronger and successful.

I guess everything happens for a reason. I'm glad I have a pretty free flowing spirit, so I can go with the flow. I just stumbled off the path. I'm back on it.

Peace

Moaning Turtle

Yo, this turtle is putting in work, and enjoying every minute of it. I'm still on the floor. 

-Turtle getting his moan on-

Firefighters refuse to put out fire

Some things just don't make sense to me. The homeowner doesn't seem to phased by it...I guess we will really see how he feels about it when he goes on a shooting rampage.

Circus Lion Attack Caught on Tape

What I don't understand is why he continues to taunt the lion a second time!

McLaren SLR review

I love the way he describes the location of his organs. I would gladly deal with my organs shifting just to have the chance to drive this beast. Mercedes imployed a Lysholm-type twin-screw supercharger to put the horsepower output at 617 hp and 580lb-ft. Just watch the sheer power and beauty of this machine. to put it simply, a lady in the streets but a freak in the bed. Time to drown myself back into automotive technology. 

 BFS

Poor little tabby : (

 This is actually very sad, especially since I used to have a tabby that looked just like this. After my customary run at the park the other day, I thought I saw a cute little cat sunbathing in the parking lot. It was very random, but hey, isn't most things? I walked up on it slowly so as not to scare it, but I got no reaction. If anyone saw me, I probably looked like a fool, waving my hand in front of it's face and yelling at it. But, sadly, I got no reaction. This poor little fella was dead and gone. I just had to take some pictures because the way he was laying was so peculiar. Poor little guy. Looks like he died relaxing though.

Alert Driver Helps Abducted Girl Escape

I sure am glad there are still brave people that, even though they may be scared, they will still act when something is wrong. Victor Perez, a 29 year old man, recognized a truck that had been broadcast on the news as abducting an 8 year old child. He took the initiative to chasing down the truck. After being persistent and continuing to give chase, the kidnapper forced the child out of the truck. She was described as being scared and shaking. The police captured the kidnapper, 24 year old Gergorio Gonzalez, who is a part of the Bulldogs Street gang. The report said that the child had been sexually assaulted, describing the child as being 'frightened and traumatized.' I am proud of this man for taking such a risk to his own life to rescue an innocent child. I pray more people would do the same if they are in the same position.

Click to view complete story on MSNBC News

Reason's, Season's, Lifetime

There is a saying that states that people come into your life for a Reason, a Season, and a Lifetime. Its not up to us to decide who comes and goes. Of course, we do play a part in the relationship's, but no one can foresee the future. There are many different Reason's why some come and go. A lot of it depends on your personal situation. In my experience, my reason's have ranged from having one common interest, working for the same company, having a similar goal in mind to reach, or maybe just the want of having a friend at the time. Sometimes you welcome the company, sometimes you don't. But there is always some reason. These people go just as fast as they came. No harm done. Maybe they used you. Maybe you used them. Either way, there is no big worry over the relationship ending, it just is.

Next, you have those who are there for a Season. These are slightly longer than the previous relationships. These usually bring a lot more emotions and feelings along with them. There are bigger lessons to be learned, larger love to be lost, and connections harder to break. A lot of times, they are happy times. In my case, I was in love with a woman for five years. Looking back at it, most of the time I was with her, I had no real complaints. We spent our time together sharing, learning, growing, and loving each other and life. But, there came a time when all of that came to an end. I was upset for a time, and truthfully, to a certain extent, I still am. But, that is what I have to go through. It was only a part of my life. I also ended a relationship with a friend of almost ten years. I thought our friendship would last forever. We did everything together. We were like brothers. We had so much in common. We went through good and bad times. We all played our part. We are who we are today because of what we shared. I'm glad for it. I'm a better person, a smarter man, and so much stronger. We all took something away from our relationship's but it came to an end.

Then, you have Lifetime relationships. A strong emotional connection usually comes along with this one.There are many emotions evolved because they last for so long, so there are many up's and down's, but overall, they are worth having. There are many life lessons involved with these relationships, some used now or maybe later in life. A recent example of this in my life is with my Uncle Idan-ni'e M'ba Yer. I was around him as a child, saw him growing up, but did not directly have much contact with him as a teen or an adult, until right now. This time I have been spending with him has been an eye opener for me. It seems that after all of the crap I have been going though, when I was so lost and confused, my dear Uncle came through and taught me much needed lessons. Everything he has been telling me has been very timely for me. He is passing down his personal life lessons to me, like a King to a Prince. I spend most of our time together just listening. I want to know everything he has to tell me. I can hear the love in his strong voice, can see it in his piercing eyes. No joke, he stare's right at me, making sure I understand. I do, and I feel so much powerful. Many of my several Uncles have seemed to have encouraging words at different times in my life, and they always deliver it right on time. I respect everyone of them as strong men, and I have always taught myself to be like them, even from far distances. When I do spend time with them, I notice all of the similarities we have, especially the one's I never noticed while growing up.

I know that I have a lot more connections ahead of me. I will play a part in many people's lives. I hope I leave a good legacy, but no one is perfect. I guess i'm just starting to realize, and come to terms with, why people I always thought would be in my life are now not. I understand that we all have parts to play. No hard feelings. No harm done. Just part of life.

 Peace and Love

Cops Beat Man For Taking Out A Camera After Witnessing Bogus Traffic Stop

God dang, these cops beating on everyone. You want to get paid, get pulled over and get beat down by some cops. They getting to empowered by their position. You know, Huey Newton used to carry around a book of the law in one hand, and carry a gun in the other, letting those being harassed by the police know that they had rights. I'm sure the police were not to quick to run up on any Black Panthers and beat them. I guess that gun was the equalizer.

Trooper Charged for Excessive Force

Video of Trooper Using Excessive Force

Check out former Trooper Arturo Perez slam a 22 year old woman into a wall after a traffic stop.

Phill & Friends Jam Session 10 (Phill BDAY Edition)

I'm really impressed by this man and his folks. He and everyone around

him seem very talented. Everyone has something to bring to the table,

and some more than one. Check out this session at his party. They all

work with each other well. Keep your eyes out for this guy.

Phill & Friends

Walk Alone

I saw a posting on Facebook from an old acquaintance, Jason Johnson, that stated, 'Realizing that I am 26, while ya'll out ther clubbing, messing with these chicken head ho's who ain't about anything, I'm at home, eating steak, trying to raise my family, because it isn't about me anymore.' That comment was so refreshing to hear from someone my own age. I enjoy going out just as much as the next person. I certainly have done my share of partying and clubbing. But what I took from that comment was that Jason is telling everyone to get their lives at home straight before they go out and live their lives like they don't have any other care in the world. He's seems to be doing okay. He has a place to call home, eating good, and taking care of his family. I don't know his complete situation, but i'm going to assume that he has a job, a car, obviously a home, and his family around him to enjoy it with. Who doesn't want that? I know I do. That's exactly why i'm here in Texas, away from my family. I'm doing what I have to do, even when I don't want to. I've been here two weeks. During that time, I have yearned to go home so much. I have gone through my moments of depression, not getting anything done. But, thanks to some around me, I have been encouraged to keep busy, doing what I can to stay positive, and keep a good outlook on the future. I have chose a career that, for a period of time, will keep me away from home for awhile. So, in a since, this is the beginning of my career. That's okay to me, because I can see the future benefits.

I have had encouragement from another man I met on my travels. His name is Johnathan Garland. I met him when I first arrived in Texas. He had left his family in Houston to come to Dallas and, like me, get on with this trucking company. I spent my first weekend with him. We went out and got some drinks. What astounded me about this man was his dedication and focus on his family. Every move he made was based on the fact that he had to do whatever it took to take care of home. He wasn't going to allow anything to keep him from that goal. I had to buy another round, shake his hand, and draw as much energy from that brother that I could. It felt good to hear him evince such powerful feelings.

I'm chuckling right now because there is only so much i'm ready to express about my personal situation, which makes me wonder why i'm writing any of this at all. There are unseen things that i'm waiting to unfurl. When they do so, then, I will comment on them then. I do not have enough information to make any real concrete decisions. Now, i'm not stupid. I pay attention to things. I'm not one to leave myself open to be taken advantage of. I guess i'm writhing all this because I feel, at this moment, that I walk alone. I feel like it"s just me out here. I feel like I have a lot to shoulder, because, if I don't, it won't happen. That's why I make the necessary sacrifices. I'm going to take power from these brothers comments. I'm going to stay focused, work hard, and look forward to seeing all the benefits of my hard work that are to come. Peace to everyone taking care of their business. I'll be there with you soon.

The Roots - Walk Alone

Cooking Dinner With Al

I'm not really big on cooking, but, my mom did teach me a few things to make so that, in her words, "so you won't go hungry." I have picked up more recipe's over the years, but this is one of the easiest and one my personal favorites. It takes no time and you can eat off of it for awhile. It's good fresh, but taste better after sitting overnight. Enjoy.

First, spread oil on the pan. then, spread crescent roll over.

Ingrediant's Needed

2 Pounds of ground beef or turkey

1 Can of of crescent roll

2 Packets of taco mix

1 Block of creme cheese

1/2 can of refried beans

1 Cup of salsa

2 Cups of shredded cheese

Cook meat and add taco mix.

Melt the cream cheese so that it can spread.

Spread cream cheese over pan.

Once meat is done cooking, pour one cup of salsa and half can of refried
beans in meat and mix.

Pour mixture in to pan evenly and place in oven at 350 degrees
until crescent roll is brown.

After roll has turned brown, remove from oven, spread cheese all over, place back in oven until melted.

ALL DONE! ENJOY!