Since I was sitting here thinking about yesterday, I had to dig up these 2 videos. They were my favorites when I was developing into a young woman. You could not tell me that I wasn't going to grow up to be Mrs. Christopher Williams. He was fine! Back in those days, I didn't know that you should pick a husband based on the content of his character. I thought, He looks good. I'm attracted to him. I can make it work. Sometimes I wish life was really that cut and dry. That 's a post for another day. Also, I was into that "pretty boy" "light skin" thing like most girls at that time. I'm not as color struck as I used to be. I have a great appreciation for all hues. I think that skin is so pretty, I don't like when people cover it up with tattoos. (Another post for another day.)

Hope you enjoy the video.


I wasn't going to be Mrs. B. Sure. I did love to look at his picture and listen to his music. Whatever happened to Kyle West? The guy he asked to break it down.


Loving Life. Life is Loving Me Back,
Kenya Abney

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Hello Good People,

I wasn't able to get the clips from YouTube, now they are "private" or "infringement on Viacom's rights". It's OK. If you really want to see the show than you'll watch it one of the many times that BET will rerun it.

I know that I'm late about this but I have been working on getting myself together in my own way. I couldn't begin to pinpoint a favorite song. I'm a fan of his beginning days with his brother all the way to Butterflies. I still wish that he had made a video for it. He will live on forever through his music and our memories. I remember the trading cards and posters. I remember gathering around the TV to watch the debut of his videos. I remember standing at the bus stop the next morning talking about it. Everyone loved Michael Jackson. The bully, the nerd, the cool kid, everyone would huddle together and talk about the magic of Michael Jackson. He has had too many songs, and provided the background music for too many precious moments in my life for me to pinpoint a favorite song. I can name a favorite video, though. Here it is:




You can watch the video if you want, I got up and danced.


Make the most of your day,
Kenya Abney

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This is one of my favorite O'Jay songs. I like the standards like, Backstabbers, Love Train, Stairway to Heaven, etc. This song is the truth. Cause there are some people that your heart makes you stay when your head says run. They just got their hooks in you. They don't make relationship songs like this anymore.

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Hello Good People,

Last week, I really enjoyed my life. I hung out with a great friend. Shout out to Charisse. Here are some highlights:

Went to DC
I used to work in DC. Baltimore is nowhere from DC but I never go anymore. The vibe is very different from Baltimore. I drove past my old work location. I wonder if Sammie, the guy that owns the hot dog stand, is still there. When I stopped working in DC, the building across the street was under construction. I finally saw the final product: people were sitting out front waiting for a bus. People looked happy and dressed great. The city was live and kicking at 11:00 on a Wednesday night. You would have thought that it was a Friday or Saturday night the way everything was jumping.

Saw Beyonce in concert
I wasn’t friends with Beyonce before Wednesday. I went to her movies. If her song came on the radio, I would listen. Occasionally, sing along, at least the chorus part. But, she has converted me. I am now a fan. I’ve told everyone that would listen that they should buy a ticket. She really is talented. She worked hard on that stage. I can’t believe she has enough energy to do that every night.

Spent quality time with great folks
Mentioned before that I hung out w/Charisse. We met a fun guy on the streets of DC. I think his name is Don. He had great conversation and made us laugh. Went to a cook out and connected with old friends and made some new

Renewed Appreciation for my life
With all the death that came about this week, I had a good time reminiscing with the Michael Jackson songs. Most of the songs took me back to simpler times. It also took me back to a time when I believed in myself more and dreamed. It has brought a lot into perspective for me. It brought me back to what is important to me.

Went to Church and talked to God more
I got a good message from the TV this morning. Got an even better message in the house of the Lord. Learned a lesson. I was having a bad moment. I wanted someone to talk to. I wanted someone to tell me to be still and let God. Let me be real, I wanted someone to say something that would make me feel better. First, I couldn’t get anyone on the phone. Than when I did, they said things that took me further into my bad moment. When I got off the phone, God put the words that I needed to hear in a complete strangers mouth. Lesson learned: Lean on God and His understanding. God knows what you need and when you need it. He will provide, you need to be open for your blessings to come from places that you wouldn’t ordinarily look.

Make the most of your day,
Kenya Abney

PS
Watched the BET Awards, Highlights were: any time Neyo or Jaime Foxx hit the stage, New Jack Swing and O'Jay's tributes and Maxwell Performance. Thinking about posting clips tomorrow after they hit Youtube. You can read my twitter comments in the column.

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It is a great story. It proves that truth is stranger than fiction. Before I read the book, I thought that Dorothy Dandridge was beautiful. I thought that she had talent. I knew nothing about her personal life. She had many struggles since childhood. At some parts of the book, it felt like the pages were turning themselves. I have a beat up copy that I pull off of the shelf every now and than. It is a long book but it is so interesting that most of the time, it doesn't feel like it.

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I loved that Teresa stood up for herself. People always underestimate you when you are nice.

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This is one of my Motown favs. I enjoy watching this performance.

Kenya Abney

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File this one under, you never know. You may be the winner of a much needed vacation. Where In The World Are The Cook Islands

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That would be great because my daughter is going to be 16 this time next year. I'm starting to plan her Sweet 16. And, I was thinking about other pop up expenses. Right about now, I would be over joyed with a stack of extra cash. To be honest, who wouldn't be. Than you can buy yourself all the other things on the list.

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Hello Good People,

This has been some kind of month. First, I stretched myself some. My sister and I shared driving to Alabama from Maryland. To most that is not such a big deal. It is for me. Cars and I have always had a strange relationship. I don’t like to drive. If I were an old white lady, my name would be Daisy. I do like to ride in cars. I like the flexibility of coming and going at my on pace. I am the master at riding shotgun. I am good at providing snacks, talking to the driver to keep them awake, reading stop signs, etc. So this was a big stretch for me to do my share of driving. I was very proud of myself when the trip was over. The weather was nice. It was nice to see the cows in the fields. Horses roaming. Beautiful colors that I couldn’t imagine, I’d ever see. It was a nice trip. My daughter slept, read and listened to her ipod most of the trip. My sister and I talked when we weren’t taking turns napping. I also learned that Trina, my sister, have pretty good communication skills. We didn’t argue once about anything. We all had a great time. My cousin’s wedding was beautiful. The reception was great. I had quality time with my aunt and cousin. We confirmed a signature drink for Trina’s bachelorette party.

Today was a very relaxed day. As you can see from the videos that I chose, today was a Maxwell day. I had a nice chilled out vibe. I watched tv, slept, looked online for venues for Destiny’s Sweet 16 and Trina’s bachelorette party. It’s funny how the work day goes by so slow but the weekend goes by so fast. I had a turkey burger and vegetable for lunch, a bagel and peach for breakfast, I haven’t decided on dinner yet.

Make the most of your weekend,
Kenya Abney

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I absolutely love this song. I heard that R. Kelly wrote it. Don't know if it is true or not. I do know that I am glad that Maxwell recorded it. I can feel the emotions in his voice. I listen to this song at least once a month. Secretly, I would like for someone to feel that way about me one day. It keeps me holding on to hope.

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I never liked this video. It doesn't go with the song. Or, make you like the song more. This is an awesome song and it would be a hit without the video. Besides Maxwell's vocals are on point.

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This is one of my favorite Maxwell song's. I'm still trying to get into Pretty Wings.

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You know that I love Marvin Gaye. This is a classic song. The words are still appropriate for the times we live in. I hope you enjoy.

Kenya Abney

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I went there on a business trip. The mountains were beautiful. I had never been to a place like it before. The people were nice. It was the first place that I was ever asked to watch a movie trailer and give my opinion. Took a tour of the Temple Square. From watching tv, I thought that the Mormon's would be weird. Or, at least different from me. From taking the tour and interacting with the people, I changed my opinion. I haven't been back since the business. I truly believe in my heart that it won't be the last time my feet touches that ground or my eyes see those mountains.

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I absolutely love this song. I never get tired of listening to it. The Go West cover was pretty good. There is nothing like the original.

Kenya Abney

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This is how I'm feeling this morning. Have a blessed and highly favored day.

Kenya Abney

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My vice is a specific flavor of potato chip. It is salt and vinegar. It started during my teen years. I saw a small bag on the shelf. I thought to myself, That is an interesting combination. I purchased it. After the first taste, I was hooked. You have to understand, I am not a salt girl. I don't like salt. I don't add it to my food. I don't look for it on the table at restaurants. I am fine with a world where salt doesn't exist...unless it is combined with vinegar and put on a potato chip. The salt and vinegar chips break my skin out and make me bloated but if they are around, I can't resist. I know that they are not good for me, so I avoid them at all costs. I hadn't had any in years. A couple of weekends ago, my friend and I were in the grocery store picking up snacks. She picked up a bag of bbq potato chips. Front and center, calling my name was a large bag of salt and vinegar potato chips. I ate half the bag that evening. I didn't share one chip with anyone else. I know I'm wrong. I can't help it. Salt and vinegar potato chips are the devil.

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I am going to post one more video and that is it. This is such a nice song.

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They are dancing their butts off in this video.

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