Hello Good People,

I am so glad that the snow is melting. I am afraid for the bushes in front of my house. It looks the like the snow is dragging down the bushes in the wrong way. I am dreading seeing the damage. I pray that I am wrong.

Today was a busy and tough day. I am glad that it is Tuesday evening and not Tuesday morning.

Highpoints of the day:
1. Talked to my crush. He is so handsome and cute. He always says something that makes me smile.
2. I found a formal dress for my daughter. I was about to purchase the dress when I saw the perfect pair of earrings. Glad to have that off of my list.
3. I bought a couple of work dresses and a cute skirt for myself. Made a hair appointment for Thursday. I am upgrading myself. Slowly, surely, I am taking better care of myself. It is not what I went to the mall for but I am satisfied.
4. This months Redbook and Barbie Collector magazines came in the mail today. I can’t remember a time that I didn’t love Barbie. On the real, when my daughter was ready to give away her Barbie’s, it hurt me more than it hurt her. I have a couple of Barbie’s tucked away still in their boxes. We can keep that between us.
5. Economics isn’t as bad as I thought it was going to be. I understand the concepts. For the most part, that “A”, I’m striving for is within my reach. It is not going to be a piece of cake. I’m definitely going to work for it. I am going to feel good about my accomplishment.
6. I’ve decided to resurrect my book for the last time. I’m working on a chapter a week. Whatever I write is it. I’ve been working on making it perfect. Really, I’ve been procrastinating on my dream. Honestly, I want the money for my retirement.

Also, I am developing into a business woman. I am becoming more equipped to handle the business side of being an author.
I am grateful for the people that God brings into my life. I am grateful for the people that pray for me and support me. I am glad when I am able to be a blessing to other people with my words and deeds. This year, I am sowing seeds and putting the work in. Did I mention that I finally caught up with the rest of the world and saw Avatar. It was a really good movie. It has something for everyone. I have completed my cup of tea. It is time to pray and go to sleep.

May you have peace and blessings, stay strong and guided by the Holy Spirit.
Kenya

Today was a Kanye day. I haven't heard either of these songs in months. Today, I heard them on the radio and saw the videos on tv. Enjoy.

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Hi Good People,

I have completed my first course at the University of Phoenix. I am giving myself two presents for graduation: a trip to Phoenix, Arizona and chocolate diamonds. I got my eye on that diamond. I am getting a bracelet and ring. I haven't picked it out yet but I know that it is on it's way. I start a statistics class on Tuesday. Pray for a Sister. I have always been intimidated by math. This is my sowing seeds and conquering fears time. I am facing a lot head on these days.

I had a great weekend. Really recharged my battery. I finally caught up with the rest of the world and saw Avatar. It was really good. I liked the message. I had lunch and walked the mall with my friend Andrea. We caught up and talked about life. I slept to nine yesterday morning. I woke up at six this morning. Went back to bed at six thirty and woke up at 10. I obviously needed rest. Tomorrow is going to be a great day. I am looking forward to a productive and peaceful work week. I am about to have a cup of tea and two crackers. I'm watching "How To Make It In America" on HBO. This must be a free weekend. I have the Showtime channel as well. I'm watching while I can. Show is ok so far. When it goes off, I'm going to bed.

Have a good one,
Kenya

PS, Here are three songs I am feeling right now. Enjoy.

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It Kills Me @ Yahoo! Video

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Hello Good People,

This has been some kind of month for me. As you know, when you take on a new challenge that may elevate your life to another level, the devil gets busy.

As you know, I started taking a class towards my Master’s degree with University of Phoenix. I have awesome classmates and even better teammates. I am working with three great women that always ask the right questions and are not afraid to do their part on projects. We accomplish great things together. I am thankful to God for them. I started out shakey.com because I had posting anxiety. Once I got over it, I was able to understand the course work better and contribute to my group and class overall. I am not an “A” student, more like a high “C”. The fat lady hasn’t song so I am expecting a “B” when the curtain closes. It is a six-week class, and I am in week five. It has been a challenge but I’ve conquered it.

My Dad was unexpectedly admitted to the hospital. He ended up having brain surgery. I did a lot of traveling between New York and Baltimore to be there for my family. After a trip back from New York, I started having car problems. A couple of days after getting it fixed, on a sunny Friday morning I had a flat tire. I had a mini-break down than got my tired repaired and went on with my life.

Nothing is going on with the guy that I have a crush on. He likes women. He probably wants to share his life with someone magnificent. That someone is not I. It is ok. I can’t be everybody’s type. He is still a nice guy. I am still attracted to him. I have had a lot of other things going on in my life to distract me. My crush is fading.

One day, I was having a horrible day at work so I decided to take lunch to get some fresh air. After spending way too much money at bath and body works, I bumped into a guy that always chats me up but never asks me out. To make a long story short, he said that I give off the vibe that I am either married or a Cat Lady. Yes, he called me a Spinster. He said that I give off the vibe that I have at least five cats at home. Those words made me feel good about myself. LOL He told me that I need to work on wanting to be desired. It was really the wrong day for this “coaching”, I had on my “fly betty” boots and a cute outfit. I wasn’t having a good day but I was feeling good about myself. In all honesty, he hurt my feelings. I didn’t let him know that he hurt my feelings. I was on the edge for a couple of days. I am a 36-year-old woman that has never been married before. One of the last things that I want to hear is that I have a “Cat Lady” (aka Spinster) vibe. I don’t want to have more children but I do want to get married and be a wife before I take my last breath. A part of me feels like he wanted to bring me down a peg. I noticed that whenever he saw me, his third sentence was always, “How come you don’t call me?” Now I am definitely not calling him because I think that he thinks that I am a “Cat Lady”.

January has been an emotional long month. Here are some positive and less detailed highlights:

1. My Dad is at home recovering with lots of family surrounding him.
2. My Friends that feels like family that live in Haiti are safe and accounted for.
3. Deborah and Ola got married. Congratulations!!! I watched the ceremony over the Internet.

I’ve come to the realization that this is a sowing seeds year. I am working. Working towards being closer to God. Working towards living and enjoying my life. Working towards taking care of myself. Working on renewing my mind. Working on being better today than I was the day before.

Have a great one people,
Kenya

PS. I promise that I will post more than once a month.

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