PROPER VISION

Today I just wanted to share a notion: BE GRATEFUL! I realize that constantly live our lives in pursuit of the chase, chase of money, chase of prestige, chase of greater accomplishments, etc. I by no means feel that we should live our lives settling on things that we feel are beneath us, yet I do feel we might have a different perspective the more we take time to appreciate what we actually have right now! It occurs to me that most times in life we figure the value of things after we have tarnished or lost their possession. This is something that cant be undone, as none of us have an ability to go back and change the past. Yet the greatest lesson learned from the many mistakes we make is to treat the upcoming and present moment with much more thoughtfulness and insight. Knowing you will appreciate whatever it comes for exactly what it is relieves a ton of pressure off of you. I believe if each day doesn't have to be the day we strike it rich, but rather the day that we learn valuable lessons that will increase to our wealth or knowledge and understanding. Appreciate what you have and nothing ends up being that bad. Also the goods end up being great because you've turned your bads into goods. THIS IS THE TRUE KEY TO HAPPINESS, RICHES AND SUCCESS!

I feel this is my best one yet
SO I wont try and over do it
An Obstacles is now viewed as opportune door
I cant wait to go through it
With a smile I pursue it
As I eagerly endure it
Embodying the definition of a purist
Not to mention he that endures
Is granted VICTORY
SO each painful step brings one closer to the epiphany
GREATNESS awaits those to wait on GREATNESS
PACE IS A Derivative OF PATIENCE
I AM Grateful FOR THIS INSIGHT FOR I FEEL THAT ITS TRUE
SO MUCH SO THAT I SHARED IT WITH YOU
I WOULD LOVE TO ELABORATE
BUT I FEEL THE SUBSTANCE HAS BEEN SERVED
NOW GO OUT AND GARNISH GREATNESS FROM TODAY
FOR ITS MORE THEN DESERVED
LIVE SUPERB!!!!!!

BLAH BLAH BLAH

Enough is enough
People always want to persectue so tough
Yet they rarely can stand up when times turn rough
I see it all to often
So I had to address it in my poem
Folks with a laundry list full of sins
Adamently throwing stones
Leave it alone
From Plaxico to Ron Mexico
Even Brittney Spears
All have suffered enough folks
Society has become so low
That we now turn our attention on the misery of other folks
Its almost always been like this
But due to technology
Its now world news in a few minutes
Ironically
We all pay attention
And I am not faulting that
Im faulting the judgemental attitudes especially towards blacks
I dont wanna step on too many toes
So Ill bring this to a close
By saying one day I hope
Medicine is tasted by those that use to serve it
Empathy is a life lesson
AND WE ALL SHOULD LEARN IT

THUS SAYETH THE LORD

This morning I read Mark Chapter 7 verses 10-18! It surely wasnt coincedence that I came across this passage of scripture as I had a conversation last night with my sister and seemingly with one of my good friends in the recent days that weighed heavy on my mind and heart. This passage of scripture deals with tradition, as Jesus is saying to the disciples and those around him that it isnt what a man eats from the outside that makes him unclean, its the things that come from inside that make him unclean. I realize that in this country, in this world, in this day and time tradition has almost become synonymous with religion. This has kept many away from the "light" and pushed many to the darkness merely because they saw the contradiction in "one human being" or a "select group" deciding what it was that GOD said and how we should live our lifes!

I feel that its foolishness and a ploy for power and money when these things are decided, dictated and forced upon the people that may be seeking guidance, advice, wisdom, direction, etc. So I share that a personal relationship with GOD is the greatest gift one could have, because if you have a relationship with him directly you get a much better deal, much more of a benefit, etc. As with anything in life, like the drug game for an example if you go through someone who gets it from someone else, your ultimately paying more then you normally would have, but if you get it right from the source you find that your ability to receive a great deal is imminent. I dont mean to mix GOD and DRUGS, but I feel the analogy was obvious enough to allow my point to be made.

Fret not over what someone at your church feels about how you dress, or what time you do your devotion, or what kinds of foods that you eat during whatever periods of time, because GOD knows your heart and if your in relationship with HIM, HIS WORD already says your all to the GOOD!

I use to fret
Now I dont loose no sweat
All because of the ONE THAT I MET
NOW I wager safe bets
No question in my MIND
GOD will work it out in TIME
YET I STILL GRIND as if ILL HAVE TO DO IT MYSELF
IM NOT SAYING THIS IS THE ANSWER BUT IT HELPS
AND WHEN I FEEL LOST OR CONFUSED
I CALL ON MY DUDE
I PAY NO ATTENTION TO THE PEOPLE THAT SCHMOOZE
WITH OTHER PEOPLE BECAUSE THEY DECIDED THE RULES
IVE BEEN USE TO EXCEPTIONS AND SPECIAL TREATMENT SINCE GRAMMAR SCHOOL
EVEN BEFORE THAT
SO I DONT ASK A MAN
I ASK "WHERES THE LORD AT?"
I KNOW HE HEARS ME
ALWAYS IS NEAR ME
HE'S A BIG REASON I HAVE MADE IT THIS FAR CLEARLY
SO WITH A HEART FILLED WITH PRAISE
AND MY ArmS RAISED
IM DETERMINED TO TRUST, PRAISE AND FOLLOW HIM FOR THE REST OF MY DAYS!!!!!!!

Pass The Gochi My Friend

So as I woke up this morning and I was reading CNN's different articles for the day, my attention was grabbed by a poll question. Should the US Decriminalize Marijuana in this country? I naturally voted yes, at which point the results of the poll thus far were posted. I wasn't surprised to see that Yes( 67% 87456) had a decisive lead over No(33% 42767) and I think its only a matter of time before marijuana is legalized! It has always been my feeling that marijuana is far less dangerous then alcohol or even cigarettes. I have had to stop trying to convince this point to non smokers or smokers that have quit because I realize they must believe what they do because its their life, however the same holds true for me. I also say to anyone that says smoking weed isn't wonderful, "you probably weren't smoking the stickiest of the ickiest!"

Quality always makes a difference as there is a vast distinction between suede or silk and cotton or between expensive champagne and cheap champagne, between aged wine and wine that was fermented yesterday! I honestly feel that when weed is legalized our economy will go up because not only will there be an influx of purchases of exact elements, but also snacks, eye drops, air fresheners, lighters and even DWH tickets (Driving while HIGH) will create even more cash flow. I am excited enough at this notion that I may in fact leave my room today in search of the Bombay though I currently am not smoking! Its such a great thing, I look forward to a time when I am a grandparent and can sit down with my son and his son and roll up a phat one and tell funny stories about what I recall about my life!

ITS HARD BEING FROM THE NORTH SIDE

Today I learned about whats been going on with North Korea. I have tried to ignore all the news and propaganda over the recent months and years about North Korea because I know I am biased. I feel like being a Northsider I share the pain of the North Koreans. They have sought two things aggressively most since the 50's and those two things are the unification of Korea and the assembling of a world class war arsenal. Its funny how there soft neighbors the South Koreans must rely on outside aide and help whether its the U.S. or others because being a beast from North Minneapolis Ive always been baffled at how the South Minneapolis people needed St.Paul and others to validate there strengths. Generally the weak band together and the strong are made to feel as though they are the weak.

I am not an advocate of war, however as we look at world history it is evident that war has been an imperative instrument in the fight for any cause. Whether its chemical, propaganda's, territorial, verbal, etc. war makes people come to grips with the fact that certain things wont be tolerated and sides must be chosen. I love the fact that the U.S. and its historical powers always deem others behaviors as so heinous when we have generally either aided or involved ourselves in many similar actions. Let the South Koreans get rolled on as it may signal the time for what is much needed and as usual my allegiance is with the NORTH!

Someone Else's Dream

In the Bible it says do unto others as you would have others do unto you! We think about this passage from time to time (we being the general masses) yet I feel that we do not think about it in a broad enough way. Doing unto others truly can and should be a constant testimony for people because not only are we constantly interacting but were constantly interacting with other people as well. When we think about dealing with every person how we would be dealt with in return, I guarantee that interactions would be different. I have received such help and support in the pursuit of my dreams that it feels great when I have the opportunity to do the same for someone else. Later today a three generation dream will be fulfilled when I bring my mother in the studio to sing!

My maternal grandmother Mary died in a fatal car crash as she was taking a cab to the airport in Minneapolis, headed to L.A. to pursue her musical dreams of being a recording artist. My mother attempted many different times and in different ways to achieve this yet due to a lack of support and later having a family, she was never able to do so. She had purchased recording equipment like an 8-Track, amongst other things but she has never even been in a studio to record. Now this might not seem like anything special to you, however my mother grew up in a family childhood band that included her brother (my uncle) Charles, Prince (her first cousin) and Tyka (Prince's sister and also my mothers first cousin).

I cant express the joy and excitement that has been about my mother leading up to this moment, even as she second guesses her talent. I have no doubts on what the outcome will be and you will also get an opportunity to appreciate it, because the songs she records on will debut on my next mix tape!

The More You Know

It is easy for us to decide who we think is best for our lives, and who is going to come through in the times when we need them most, however like my father says "the proof of the pudding is in the eating!" I have been able to find out more and more who's really in my corner, who can really be counted on, who really is reliable, who really does what they say and who is generally and genuinely happy for my success'. It can be looked at improperly and taken as hurtful information when you find out that someone you thought was in your corner actually wasn't, yet better to learn that now then down the road. The next biggest step is accepting these discoveries as what they are and not making excuses for people being who they are.

I continue to feel that I have been blessed with an incredible team of supporters and though that group might not be as large as I initially thought, it is however stronger then ever imagined. My sister, my brother in law, my mother, my little brother, my cousins, a few of my ninjas, etc. make up a group of people that I wouldn't trade for the world. I appreciate this group because their not just there when I need them, but they tell me what I need to hear when I need to hear it. I would encourage everyone to take a real assessment of those in your circle and find out who's just taking up space and who's really contributing.

Truth sets you free and Trust sets you up
The air leaves the room once the bubble gets bust
I use to see through a clouded perspective
However the clearing of the smoke has made me much more selective
Peoples flaws I have accepted
None of us are perfect
Yet some are in our lives that are quite undeserving
If you can accept this fact without becoming emotionally attached
You'll find letting these people go
Allows you to interact
With those that contribute
So instead of experiencing a lapse
You find your circle is even more now intact
I have come to grips with people and the truth
No question about it
The only question now is....WHEN WILL YOU?

It is What It Is

I sincerely apologize for not posting a blog yesterday, however......"It is What it Is!" It occurs to me that we often spend more time in going for what we want, then actually accurately assessing what it is that we need and pursuing that. I realize that the flaws of people should really be judged based upon the people around them. As in being around a person that smokes is more of a problem around someone that doesn't smoke, someone who stopped smoking or someone who is trying to quit. I love the talks that I have with myself because whether I comply or not, I generally if not always assess what behaviors or traits are negative or positive. It can be a challenge to continue to move toward excellence and destiny because generally this takes you away from people and places that you have grown accustomed.

Most people fantasize about being on top, yet don't realize that isn't really what they desire. For as much as misery loves company, success loves solitude. I realize that being successful is not only what I want but also what I have been conditioned for and am most comfortable with. I have spent most days, weekends, months, years, etc. by my self even at times when people were around. I was never around the people all the time that I "would have preferred" thus I learned that being successful often conflicts with being social in certain instances. I don't mean that this may be the unified rule for everyone however it is definitely true in my case.

It can be tough to tell someone bad news, or news that can be considered unpleasant. I often have found that its easier to keep it short and sweet, even vague sometimes in order to achieve the desired outcome. Many people will try and ask questions or give alternative options, yet rarely are these good options. I have a saying that I have adopted as one of my mantras which says "be effective not emotional." This is what I constantly reflect on as I think about decisions yet undecided or decisions decided that serve as learning experiences. So as you move to where you need to be, to achieve what you need you might find you loose some friends, yet when people ask for an explanation you can simply say, "it is what it is!

They say practice makes perfect
I say that that's an inaccurate assessment
But I guess go with whatever is working
Perfection is derived from sacrifice and excellence
Thus it isn't coincidence because you already expected it
Calculated change and calculated risk
Can counteract the culture of vultures and beta fish
I had made a wish
When I was young and innocent
I asked GOD to help me journey after my dreams
And to finish it
The Benefits
Of strategy pay huge dividends
IT transforms G's to Gentlemen
I ain't on Fonsorth Betnleys show
But each day there's a new challenge
Funny thing is, each day I discover a new talent
Most folks act callus
And wanna poke they nose in my bizz
I tell em I got no info for him
And it is what it is
SiyaNara to the Haters
Areva Derche to the Loser's
I'm moving forward contradicting myself
SUCCESSFULLY HEADED BACK TO THE Future

Keep Going

Its easy to have dreams but its difficult to chase them. Its easy to have a plan but its difficult to get everything to go according to your plan. My life can be described in the previous two sentences. The final piece needed to depict an accurate portrait of my life would be to illustrate that God has never forgotten me and shows me incredible favor. This is the thing that I choose to focus on when Im confronted or reflect on my poor decisions.

I am currently in active pursuit of my dreams and goals. I have come to acceptance that victory will come as will failures and defeat. Loss to me is the final analysis in comparisson to victory. I know I must recondition my mind, plans, and even evaluation points to the long term play out. This will take time, but I am determined to be closer and closer by and by. I am unable to provide a video for tonight as I am traveling but I will drop a jewel.

Finish the race with a winnerish pace
Prioritize your expenditures maint
and ereting will be strait
Petty things are ok
but loose value as time goes
I open your eyes to the facts so u no longer need a blind fold
I find holes
In my own armour and plan
Still my final assesment is Im the man
As life expands
The evidence will be more evident
Hou$eMoney C.E.O. and President
This is effortless
And substance is in high demand
Well Well Well.....
Guess what I happen to have in my hands
Hands being figurative
For lyrics over instrument
Kolby beef over Venison
Jerry Rice over Eddie Kennison
In closing
Ill soon be real estate closing
In the meantime in between time its MixTape promoting
Close To Greatness

Grateful in Advance

So today marks another milestone for me and without getting too specific I would like to share. I have successfully seen another day and was able to correct some wrongs, share wisdom, receive wisdom and receive help in the constant journey forward. I realize that over the past few days maybe even weeks, I have been happy and grateful though there were often times no visible forms of change in my life. Yet as one man said "if you didn't die, you had a better day then a lot of people!" OK so maybe I just made that up, but I feel that if one receives that motto in the depths of their soul they will be happier day by day!

Often times we can become flustered when things don't seem to look how we think that they should. Marvin Sapp sings a song "Praise Him In Advance," which so happens to be ringing in my head right now. This is so important because in life the time spent in pursuit or on the journey far outweighs the actual time in achieved paradise. So if you wait to be happy upon your arrival in paradise you waste a majority of your life. Even think if you never reach paradise, man to live your whole life without appreciating what you do have and what you believe to come, is to live a life in darkness. The bible says be faithful over few things and you will be ruler over many. I can firmly say I have begun this process.

Dreams are had, but rarely do we dream every night. Its the nights without that make us appreciate great dreams, or remember and contemplate the meaning of bad dreams. Life is the same way, for the boring days or bad days make us appreciate the good days and vice versa. I am so grateful to know that these life lessons have opened up limitless possibilities of happiness that I feel compelled to sincerely ask you to accept this gift offering as a precious jewel for your own life! And even if you don't fully grasp the depth and dynamics of this concept, "BE GRATEFUL IN ADVANCE!"

consistency and challenge are first cousins

So I realize that though starting can be the hardest thing to do, once begun the start is the easiest part in retrospect. I have taken on many new tasks in recent days and I realize starting is always fun yet the day to day determination to push through challenges are more then a notion in regards to over coming these obstacles. I have been a big dreamer yet I am still in pursuit of the formula to move from beginners results to established and constant production.

People will often tell you that you can’t do something when you’re debating undertaking a new task. Yet once you start they usually commend your progress though they might see it as beginners luck. The sophomore slump is such a common term in entertainment and sports that it should be in the phrase dictionary. Once you jump the first hurdle or show signs of skill the people that didn't think you could do it, now openly question whether you can do it again.

I wrote this from my phone so I am unable to load a video but I will paint a picture. A man reaches a locked door after climbing a wall meant to keep him from the door. Fully committed the man picks the lock and enters the castle. Once in the castle the man is faced with even more deadly traps then he encountered trying to get into the house. Once he avoids the traps he debates whether he should unlock all the doors and disable the traps so that others may enjoy, or should he allow natural selection to decide who enjoys the castle with him? To be continued.....

Appreciating the Little Things

SO I barely begin this blog before the dawning of another day. I generally would have been much more attentive to the fact that I had not yet blogged, yet today was one filled with several no's yet each no encouraged me. I realize that what is destined for me will be, therefore all else is excessive and unecessary. The triumph today was not only am I God willing going to purchase a vehicle this week, but also my mix-tape is officially on datpiff.com and its already getting rave reviews. There is no news of a check in the mail or a record contract on the way, yet I feel on top of the world.

In the constant pursuit of ones dreams and goals it can sometimes be easy to forget the modest achievements that we were hoping for, before we began our race. Yet the more one can relish and remember, the more one is appreciative and ultimately the more successful one is able to become. I honestly cant even articulate the joy thats in my heart right now, knowing that someone from Tokyo may be playing my songs at the same time as some one in Hawaii and at the same time as someone in north Minneapolis!

"Hold fast to dreams, for if dreams die, life is a broken-winged-bird that cannot fly. Hold fast to dreams for if dreams go, life is a barren field covered with snow!" -Langston Hughes

Smooth Sailing in Troubled Waters

I can honestly say that today has been filled with some of the core fundamental elements that bring me joy! I attended church and was deeply enriched by not only the atmosphere but more importantly by the timely word of GOD that was delivered forth, which spoke directly to my life. When service ended I returned home to fresh collard greens, macaroni and cheese, chicken, yams, corn on the cob, yellow chocolate cake, apple pie and home made kool-aid! Following the enjoying of the meal I went over some songs that I have been composing for the upcoming mix-tape! I sit here grateful in my heart for GOD blessing me with a wonderful day!

Who could have known a day that unfolded so wonderfully would have begun by me waking up at the time I was suppose to be at church? However everything fell into place, reminding me that sometimes the best things come out of situations that seem the worst. I wrestle all the time between being positive and being negative, yet its on days like today that I take another permanent step towards being a resident in the cul-de-sac of positivity! I realize that on the journey to victory your enemy will do everything in its power to convince you the outcome will be less then favorable. Confident faith is the strongest defense one can have when faced with these constant battles.

I receive so much support in the pursuit of my dreams from others who are pursuing their dreams, I often feel more inspired once I reflect on the fact that things did not have to be so. I decided to offer something different today in my video blog, a song I just composed and finished which is probably the best reflection of how I feel. The beat is smooth and jazzy and the lyrics and melodies are from the heart! Shot outs to P.C. and with no further ado, I present "I KNOW!" ENJOY

My Heart Rate is High

I firmly believe in the notion "if you believe you can achieve!" A few days ago I began to think about my long term dreams and goals, some of which I have been in pursuit of for quite some time. Football has been the twin passion that has always accompanied music, and with football season fast approaching I felt my internal clock alarm sound, predicating an urgent focus on being prepared for my appointment with destiny! Many people feel they have to put there eggs in one basket because they only really have one legitimate option, I thankfully have never suffered from this limitation.

I have so many doors that have been divinely opened, thus I look back over my days and laugh. It would almost seem as if every complaint and mistake was a calculated expenditure of time purposely acted out for colorful entertainment. Today I feel focus and clarity are breathing direction into each of my ears and I am fully attentive. It is hard for me to contain my excitement but in order to offer something more widely received allow me to broaden this blog as I close.

"Faith is the substance of things hoped for the evidence of things not seen," and faith generally is most important when all else seems contradictory. I compel you to trust your hearts desires and activate your faith for failure to do so only results in the loss of your inspiration and motivation. I have love in my heart, and love all around me thus in love I close this blog saying, "if you want it bad enough, you'll know because you'll do what it takes to attain it and the universe will accomodate you!"

You Never Know

How does one plan for the undeserved moment where you went to bed a sinner and woke up to a "saints blessing?" The answer is simple and easy, you dont but you wake up and praise GOD all the same. Thats how I feel today especially since I went to bed with big dreams and plans and woke up not as clear on the retention of the dreams or plans, yet from one vision it all clicked into gear. A wise person told me that GOD blesses us with our gifts regardless of what our flaws or struggles may be.

I can hardly contain the excitement I feel knowing I actually am trusting in the highest source that I have ever known. Often I have been criticized as either being too spiritual or as being too street. Funny thing is, I am who I am and in the embracing of the struggle gradually I really realize all these things work in my favor. For to know ones self you must know the options of who you could be before you hone in on who you want to be and then focus on who you are. I know I know it might be short today and low on the substance, but forgive me because I am keeping it as tactful as possible. Peep the Flick!!!!

Sir. Champagne

CLOSE TO GREATNESS

So in spite of my flaws and shortcomings, I arise this afternoon with much excitement regarding my future. I have been working on music since I was four years old (though this seems to be increasingly difficult for people to believe when I tell them) and have always longed to have my music widely heard and appreciated. Regardless of what's happened in the past and whatever may happen in the future, within days my mix-tape will be unleashed in the streets.

I have worked so hard over the past three to four months on preparing this music, that I've distinguished to myself what was most important to me. I have pushed back surgery, delayed visiting family and friends, and even gone without sleep all in constant pursuit of the greatness that I know is contained inside of me. One thing I love about myself is that I generally take the things that are most important to me or precious to me and highlight someone else as well whether its a shot out or a reference or whatever. I may not have the richest people in the world, but I firmly believe in my heart I have the strongest support system of any person that has or has yet to make a  major impact in the world.

Things have come together in a timeline that could only be classified as divine, and I am eternally grateful. I believe that from the moment the music is widely made available on websites that serve as platforms for new music (datpiff.com, hiphopdx.com, etc.), there will be another major step made not only for me but for all those that may believe in me and those that I may believe in. I feel immensely blessed and with that inspiration I eagerly pursue whatever eluded me yesterday today! As Maximus Aurelius says in Gladiator before battle, "TO THE VICTOR!"

Regardless of Your Flaws

So I begin this blog with clarity on the purpose for which I am blogging and with an end goal in mind. The term cognitive dissonance is defined as conflict between what one feels and what one does. Upon learning this term there is not a better expression which articulates the second by second battles that I fight and have been fighting since the moment of my conception. Born into a family of strong values, Christian faith, philanthropic involvement and an expressed passion not only for "people of color" but for all disenfranchised people yet having lived my whole life on the north side of Minneapolis, I constantly fight between what I feel and what I do.

Having the blessed cursed of being articulate and outspoken, I often find that people do actually listen to what I say. This has always created conflict as I know I am not always speaking something of substance or something supported by sound doctrine. Yet I do possess an unbridled hunger for knowledge and an attitude of "what I didn’t know yesterday I will learn about today," thus I am constantly enriched and worth listening too. Through my phone conversations, blogging, conversations, and musical offerings I constantly am inspired by something yet it’s not always the same something thus at times my message can contradict itself.
My father told me many sayings growing up which I will share freely, the one relevant to today is "you can only complain about that which you are willing to change!" Knowing the complaints I have had about myself, I constantly am wrestling with the most effective method of changing me. I close this blog out with a biblical passage that expresses that inner turmoil in which I have articulated! Be blessed.

Romans 7:18-24:18 For I know that nothing good dwells in me, that is, in my flesh. For I have the desire to do what is right, but not the ability to carry it out. For I do not do the good I want, but the evil I do not want is what I keep on doing. Now if I do what I do not want, it is no longer I who do it, but sin that dwells within me. So I find it to be a law that when I want to do right, evil lies close at hand. For I delight in the law of God, in my inner being, but I see in my members another law waging war against the law of my mind and making me captive to the law of sin that dwells in my members. Wretched man that I am! Who will deliver me from this body of death?

Birds of a Feather

I question sometimes the similarities I share with colleagues and am often left feeling that my mental prowess is rarely shared in that of my "colleagues." Yet there are some colleagues that inspire one to work harder, be better, shine brighter, walk taller, learn more, etc. One must examine their inner self and question which of these energies are derived from there "profession" or "vocation" or whether they are wasting away in a field that does not fully exercise or maximize their true calling. It is with this thinking that I daily debate what it is that I invest my preparation and planning to, as I do seek to feel alive through realizing my potential and exercising it on a daily basis.

Drake is a name that I have heard time and time again over the past few months, and I can say honestly I was offended each time. I never had heard him, yet purely off of feeling I wasn’t receiving the respect I deserved, I was unwilling to give just due's to another equally deserving individual. I realize that sometimes the lack of what we want or feel we need, especially when seen in others can either motivate one to their destiny or discourage one to their death! Inspired and seeking to forever be better I finish today’s blog by saying, "Drake is hot and acknowledging this in no way indicates that I am not or that I will not also receive the appreciation my talent so deserves."

Who knows if when I fall asleep I will wake up, but if I die this day, I will have died learning and passing on a valuable lesson and essential element to progress and change. If you notice you hear a lot of people hating around you, maybe you’re a hater yourself. Realizing this doesn’t doom you to be a hater forever, for knowledge is power and is crucial to change. I’m a lover and I fight when the cause inspires, therefore may I forever be known as one that fought for FAIRNESS,TRUTH, APPRECIATION and PEACE!

Seize the Day

Carpe Diem is a commonly used phrase yet more often used in expression then in practice. I today have the opportunity to move forward on every single thing that I aspire to do in one way or the other and regardless of how late I have slept, this fact holds true. Today my plans are as follows: organize all the websites that I have already joined which deal with musical networking or exposure, read a few chapters in the book "The Wealthy Barber" (which is an extraordinary novel based on financial planning and the acquisition of wealth, presented in a way that anyone can understand), workout and hit the studio for the purpose to polishing my soon to be released mix-tape. I also plan to do my devotion once I am done here, eat several times and appreciate all the many blessings that are at my disposal. Its easier then you think is the theme for today!

There are many people who are old now that would have complained about a lack of exposure or an ability to reach a larger audience or have an opportunity to be heard as a reason they never reached the masses. In this day and age that’s far from the truth, which is something I have to constantly remind myself of. Today’s work can not be put off until tomorrow and no matter how much one did yesterday, its not enough to justify a lack of effort and execution today. With that said, if you want it go get it, and if you think you want it and you don’t act on it maybe you should question whether you really want it or not! Be Blessed not stressed
Germane Champagne

The First Step

Jesus sacrificing his life both in how he lived it and how he was crucified modeled the behaviors that are essential to success. I am far from Jesus though he does heavily influence my life. I dont want to box myself in by feeling I have to present this polished and "arrived" me to the world because that is far from the case, yet I feel the lessons I have learned and embraced present what is unavoidable. Sacrifice is said to be better then obedience and I have adopted this as a mantra for my life.

Many times I have personally been driven by the sheer understanding that what I needed to do was more important then what I may have wanted to do. Even in my different decisions that I have made which seemed to only effect me, I realized that I impact the universe around me constantly. I have never been one to be dishonest with myself and I reflect often. I have realized that generally the times I have been most successful or benefitted the most, there was a great sacrifice made. Even in me beginning to blog, I am sacrificing selfish me and free time in order to avail myself or my thoughts to others.

The notion of putting oneself in the line of criticism and critique is enough for most people to become hermits, yet I embrace it, firmly believing the "end" will justify the "means." Each day I will share my thoughts and attempt to tie the threads together with a common theme, todays being sacrifice. Take a little time out to think about each great achievement you have made or been apart of in life and then think about the level of sacrifice that was made. This should allow you to realize the benefit of sacrifice and present you with the challenge of being in a constant sacrificial mode, so that the reward may be ensured.

Be Blessed Not Stressed

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