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Powerfully I be You stand away far away having to admire the statuesque vision of your most wondrous dream encompassing all that your list requires smart sexy focused proud and black fighting the images that your mind seems to form at the most inconvenient times Walk away turn away move in silence ignore, you try reality is An angel is in your midst boldly acknowledging every notion your mind can create You try to find a way to say, no, no, no more but the pipe is calling and I hold the the very drug you need Turn to familiar ground to get your fix no longer satisfying the hunger Once you free your soul Love Shame away and move forwards what your spirit calls for you to do Powerfully I still will be here. And you no longer far away but near.

Tired in my bones.... Sydney needs to get a physical for basketball. We need to make arrangements for a college tour. The car needs to be washed. Zeus needs dog food. I need to make a sponsorship package for CWUW and send out thank you cards for the health focus group. I need to do laundry. I have to call about my student loans. I have 3 grants due by September 8th. I have to wash my hair. The toilet in Syd's bathroom runs all the time. Need to check on my grandmother, my aunt and my cousin's aunt. I have to call to make an appointment with the dermatologist. I should think about the second interview for the new gig. Syd's car needs a tune up, brakes and I'm sure something else. I need to give away some of mom's stuff, finally. I need to clean out all the journals, books and files from Woman to Woman. I need to buy an external hard drive before this computer messes up. I need to make sure Syd arranged for her SATs. Tired in my bones... I would li...

Michelle Obama Black Woman

Walking alone in my mind but a new awakening dawns God reconnects hearts to lost loves family to family answering to the deepest of emotion loneliness Peeking through to tomorrow as I see the light of my future overwhelming some days can this be what I'm called to do leadership, I humbly accept this honor feeling the passion of my heart vision Realizing that I love deeply as my mother loved I desire to give to you all that you need and want and imagine possibly your perfect reflection touching you without one touch Godly love, a conduit of pure love looking past flesh into the spirit eternal Who am I, I don't know somedays daily walking through the mysteries of me, who i think i am feeling in my mind, that I am great and in my spirit, chosen fervently seeking out hope and peace Jesus

There are moments when I simply say thank you without any fanfare or emotional outburst. There are times when I want to hold you in my arms and bless you as you've blessed me. There never isn't a moment that I'm proud to be your child "I will bless the Lord at all times, he praise shall continually be in my mouth" Let me praise and honor you. You are LOVE. You are HOPE. You are PEACE. I sincerely pray that your children close their eyes and simply be reminded of the goodness of You. I proudly say that I am a child of the Most High who's power lives in me. Let me be of service to your people and I am humbled. I love you very much. Blessed be His Name.....

I simply love the lyrics of this song. I have for years and every time I read them, there's a different meaning. Its simplistic and so loving....sexy and so sensual. Its a secret desire, a longing. Its the love you've had your entire life. Its your twin flame and your best friend. Its the person you think about at night, alone; and is the person that never leaves your side. Soul Sanctuary. Loving U in silence, knowing that it's right Under your gaze I ponder this love 2night Unbothered by the chaos swirling 'round outside In your arms is where I want 2 live and die Someplace where your face is all that I see Where the love we make intoxicates intensively In a mirror where your sweet reflection used 2 be There is hope, there is joy, my soul sanctuary My soul sanctuary Loving U in silence, never ending kiss Under your gaze I can peacefully exist Sanctuary, baby, nothing compares 2 this In my darkest hour U can be my bliss (Bliss) All of me I give 2 thee down at your fee...

art by Kortez Sitting in a room full of women, chatting - no jealousy, no strife, no eye rollin ' nonsense. Beautiful. Women simply sharing their needs and wants to be healthy and happy. In the desire to help women, I want women to look at each other has advocates, kindred spirits, and simply sisters. At a time when we are raising our children alone, we are suffering from all sorts of health conditions, we need one another. We need to love each other. Personally, I try so very hard to love my sistas . My life's work is serving to women. I won't subscribe to "man sharing", I'm not gonna take ya man ( lawd ), I'm not gonna roll my eyes at you, I'm going to smile at you and try to love you. Why be jealous? Its refreshing to watch women from all ethnicities , socio -economic backgrounds, sit in a room and simply share and love each other. Makes me smile. I'm equally blessed to have so many men to be supportive of my journey. We need men. NEED. Yeah.....

a thought can change so much a thought can put things in motion introducing a new way of viewing a situation an idea a concept added with images a dream moves into a passion just a thought

Grandmother is VERY ill and my aunt tells me that she is very sick but won't tell me what the hell that means. Death - 2002 - Aunt and Great Aunt die within two days of each other 2004 - Mom 2005 - Mom's Brother 2006 - Mom's Sister 7 siblings, 3 great uncles, one great aunt, 2 grandparents, 2 cousins - one family I actually tired of Death. There are families that are still waiting for the first grandparent to die. They have no idea what it feels like. YIKES. I'm sorta just melancholy. The kids is too actually. As we approached the hospital, I was like UGH!! This icky feeling came over me. It was near hospital. As we approached, the hospital had been renovated. I calmed my ass down. I just faced the possibility of another death. I'm ok. My cousin was sending me texts about our moms. She was missing them. I guess death was on her mind too. Death has been just kickin it. Chillin'. Its annoying and needs to go away for a minute.

A friend asked me about sacrifice the other day....actually two friends did. Initially, I said I didn't believe in sacrifice in the name of God. The context of the convos- too long to go into....but anyway How quickly things change. Sometimes you do have to make Godly sacrifices for the greater good and allow God to map out the true plan for you. So many things aren't what they seem. Sometimes the sacrifice is just simply stepping aside. Step aside. What a quick lesson to be learned.

Last night, I was coming off a high. No not that type of high but from having a meeting with another agency about CWUW. It went better than expected. When I arrived home, I was met with something that made me rethink my approach to my leadership. I didn't really want to think about anything at all. I tried not to think about the org and what I needed to do at all but there are times when God makes you deal and this was that time. The tv turned to black exploitation televsion and no, not BET but VH1. I hear Diddy's voice say, "Don't F*ck with my name or my image.....blah, blah, blah". It was enough for me to go hmmmm. No more than 10 minutes later, my friend called. He normally doesn't call me late at night but he wanted to chit chat. I asked him about his career, his brand and how he deals with others when he may need assistance. I wanted to know how protective he was of his brand. Basically, he said VERY . I got a "good talking to " abo...

Ron B holding Ron B , the brother The coolest cat I know is my dad..... My dad hasn't changed much...... I'm sure he didn't leave his chair during the Olympics..... I'm sure he just wants some peace and quiet..... He's probably going to shoot some pool one day soon.... He's probably going to go hang with the ol' school crew at White Castles... He's probably worried about his mom but hasn't said it to anyone.... I know mom's death effected him even if no one else could see it in his face but me.... I know he assumes the best....and knows we'll call him if something goes wrong.... He'll follow the Kid's boyfriends football career more closely than the Kid will... My dad's jazz collection is insane...but I have his Miles Davis, "Bitches Brew" and John Coltrane's " A Love Supreme" on vinyl....sorry The coolest cat I know is my dad..... Round Midnight - Thelonious Monk Quartet

The battle of faith and patience is our own desires at times. We want to either rush the process or ignore it all together. I've witnessed people who have chosen to ignore what they KNOW God has for them or wants them to do simply because they just don't want to do it. Sometimes their feelings, emotions, etc cloud their obedience. God knows best. He knows the best job for you. He knows how to help your (his) child get through a tough time. He knows your "perfect" mate. He KNOWS. We are promised the desires of our hearts so God isn't going to provide you with things you don't want but there are times when it is all about what you need. I've seen people try so hard to be disobedient that its scary . They wanna do what they wanna do. Free will. Go for it . I'm tied to the Universe, the Divine, God, Yeshua.....I'm obedient but I'm very impatient. I'm ready to move once I get the charge, the word....let's go do this. So I get fr...

The very day mom died, I had to talk with the Indiana Organ Procurement Organization about organ donation. A couple of months later I was asked to write this ad for the Minority Donation Education Alliance. They used my mom in some of their ads for minority organ donations. It was a very hard thing to write but was very happy to help. Charlotte and Ronald - The Parents They are me. Ma, You came to mind when talking with a friend today. You came to mind when I had to make some decisions about my future. You came to mind when thinking about the Kid. I love you my Diva, my love....."ol' lady". I see you when I look in the mirror. I hear you when I speak powerful words. I feel you daily. Thank you for giving me the gift of life by giving birth to me and thank you for my strength in your transition to the other side. You showed me so much love and faith by leaving me for this short time. Thank you for believing in me as you always have. You are missed. We show our lo...

my bottom lip the gap in my teeth the fullness of my breast my laughter my coolness they way I look at you from across the room the dream of maybes, ifs and buts my focus my strength my passion my love of God my love for my child(ren) the thickness of my thighs the way I remind you of a Hersey's kiss my smile the thought you had last night the thought you had this morning the thought you're having right now are the reasons why I'm so fly......

Listening to the silence of your soul mindless words scream from your lips you speak nothing loudly Passionately you spew words twisted and confused wildly your eyes seem gazing into nothingness empty is your spirit tempting fate to bring forth negativity unknowingly what do you wish to say to speak what am I to hear when you say nothing.

This woman - I just flat out love. I didn't really realize it until very recently. I LOVE Grace Jones. I love the way she looks, her vibe and her music. I'v loved a song or two but I've been trying to really engulf myself in her vibe. I think its because there's a part of Grace I miss about me. I definitely gave up the weird, quirky part of me for others i.e. career, relationship, etc. I want Rhonda BACK even though she's never really left. Grace has inspired me. Feel her vibe. I gotta Do or Die.... Do Or Die - Grace Jones I've been called an operator, I can sell an eskimo snow, Baby, your'e a calculator, But all you ever tell me is no. You make me run,run,run, say your havi'n none, You make me run,run,run, chase me with a gun. I'll never give up! I've got to do or die, I'm reach'in for the sky, I'd like to make you mine, You know I will in time, ? Do or Die, No matter how you try, You'll never change my mind, I got to Do ...

Working in the health field can be overwhelming being a black woman. You hear the stats that rarely have any good news for black women. HIV, diabetes, lupus, heart disease, breast cancer....and the list goes on and on. Then you have those that tell us that we are the least desired (Black women and Asian men) in the US. Personally, I've always gotten more attention from non-American black men but understand what has happened to the psyche of some of brothers. I can't blame them 100%. But what does all of this do to the mindset of Black women living in the US? How do we push through the fact that we may end up unmarried, left as single mothers, and have to raise a family financially alone? AND then get blamed for why black children have certain issues? I even had a brotha tell me that me being educated is a part of the problem for black men. (sigh) He said that black women are being used as tools to break down black men because we are being "trained" seek out p...

I am a black single mother. I sit on the dawn of my own greatest. Future generations will be blessed because of my obedience to God and to my spirit. I refuse to follow any other path but the one set before me. I love creation and its Maker. I understand the power of giving. I understand that I must let my light shine as it is a reflection of the One that lives in me, through me and around me. I am blessed for having the opportunity to parent such a wonderful child. I am blessed through adversity and humbled through prosperity. I am proud to be a believer. I strive to be a woman of integrity even though some days I may fail. I try. I love people. I give from my heart in the most genuine way. My intent is never to harm. I am strong. I know only a few can handle me in my weakness and can provide true comfort. I am God's child. me. Erykah Badu - Me - Erykah Badu

This week I was wondering where was my cape and my invisible plane. This week has been another week of hard work on the day gig and for CWUW. School started for the kid and I'm so blessed that Syd can handle her business. She straighten some stuff up at school with her schedule without me having to do anything. There are definitely women who are doing way more than me. I don't have to come home and cook dinner for anyone. Syd is normally already gone to work or off doing something else. Generally, I start doing some additional stuff for my org and then I go into a struggle of trying to relax. This week hasn't been problem. My body has just been shutting down without any help from my brain. Got some rest. The running theme of this blog lately - Rhonda's Restlessness. anyway - I have to give mad love for women like my mom and others who really were superwomen and sometimes did so much without the help of a spouse or partner, which is so unforunate. I'm glad there ...

Sugar and Potatoes 2/9/05 As I ponder the question of you and I I wonder I wonder who are you As you whisper sweet, well, sweet bull that you feel I should and probably will fall for Who is this creation of visual splendor that is doin’ all he can to make some sorta of love to my mind with sugary words As my insulin rises, what should I say in response? My mouth dry but my thighs drip with ever loving reply Speak it, say it but do I need to fall for it? Who are you really, whispering words that seem to come from a sexy Prince tune, one that my momma said I couldn’t listen to back in the day? Damn, my ears desire the sweet nothings your mouth speaks into them I’m confused about your person What do you represent? Sugary sweet soft words that causes me to lose the control, the control I brag about having when I’m shooting the shit with the girls telling them that my pimp game is on point Damn Muthafucka, what do you want or need from me My body, my lips well defined with cherry lip liner ...

ain't saying nuthin' just listen Jockin Jay Z Real Clean - or watch

Stood in front of the mirror today Saw a beautiful reflection A tender spirit A kind heart A helping hand Stood in front of the mirror today Thought about my future Open my spirit to new things Open my mind to ways of living Open my body to give love Stood in front of the mirror today knowing that I am touched by the Divine Letting go of insecurities Letting go of past hurts Letting go of lonely days Stood in front of the mirror today exploring the inner me no longer coveting no longer envious no longer bitter reflecting.

Another loss - What is really going on? All I can say is that I remember Isaac Hayes being played in my house when I was young.

Possibly you were meant for me as timing plays magical tricks as if to say otherwise Possibly I am yours for all time even though, your touch is unknown but only in my dreams Possibly, my heart knows more than sensible thoughts to say not now, not ever Possibly, we may lose this moment out of fear, out of confusion the path seems unclear Possibly, you are the one I dreamed so many times that your spirit is more than familiar but is a part of me Possibly, the Divine will point the way to paradise, of real love that I know can only come from you Possibly, you love me and are afraid to say as my tongue knows the same fear Possibly, love will be possible. August 10, 2008 - Inspired by me listening to Four Weddings and a Funeral as I write this grant.

What do men call it when they have mood swings, ups and downs, and are overly emotional? I'm really curious. There's a friend that thinks that anytime a female is in disagreement with him or is angered by his words they they must be "insane", "hormonal", or its the time of the month. So what is it called when you men do the same stuff? I've just witnessed a FEW of my male friends go through ups and downs emotionally and yet I know that I don't call it anything but ups and downs but if I'm (or another female) is having a bad day, we're being asked if we're having a visit from our "little friend", "aunt" ........ What's it called when you have to quiet yourself and retreat without warning or caution so you can get your mind right when something is troubling your spirit? Maleopause? Sexism.

As I work, I'm listening to some music. Sade enters my headset and I'm moved. Of course this isn't the first time I've heard the song but its the first time I've really listened. Every word touching my soul. I'm not going to post the song, only the lyrics. If you want to hear the song, click the title. Just read. This is LOVE. Cherish The Day lyrics You're ruling the way that I move And I breathe your air You only can rescue me This is my prayer If you were mine If you were mine I wouldn't want to go to heaven I cherish the day I won't go astray I won't be afraid You won't catch me running You're ruling the way that I move You take my air You show me how deep love can be You're ruling the way that I move And I breathe your air You only can rescue me This is my prayer I Cherish the Day I won't go astray I won't be afraid You won't catch me running I Cherish the Day I won't go astray I won't be afraid Won't ...

I woke this morning and read on yahoo about the passing of Bernie Mac. The Kid was so sadden by the news she thought I was lying. From , his tv show, Def Comedy Jam, Friday, his stand up and recently the Ocean movies, this is clearly one of those times when you feel like this was too soon. We need more Truth tellers. As we miss him, we know that God knows our appointed time......it was time for Bernie to go Home. Peace and Love to his family and friends. We were blessed to have witnessed a great talent.

GRINDING.... Daily. For the Kid, for US, for my future and for CWUW... GRINDING..... When I was unemployed, I grasped hold to the scripture, "Faith without works is dead" (along with Romans 8:28) and ran with it. I'm still running with it (to a fault) and it pays off. God will honor your hard work and diligence. Never give up ya'll. Keep your eye on HIM and let him open those doors and keep him in front of it all. We all have dreams andhopes but there are only a few who don't give up. I'm telling you to keep your eyes on the prize and the promise and the LOVE from God. We only stewards of the dream anyway. I can take no credit for CWUW but I'm very honored to be steward over the vision. Things are happening with CWUW that I had NOTHING to do with other than just being obedient. So let me first Honor and give some mad love to the big "G". God is Awesome. His love is powerful. Know you are loved. KNOW it. KNOW that all things work toge...

I hear the birds once again on my windowsill reminding me of the new day reminding me that all things are possible The cool breeze captures a piece of my soul wisking it away as to connect with my twin flame in search of the other half I close my eyes and I see the other me beautiful words are your clay molding imaginations visions the maybes I exhale knowing you are there as my soul still searches for the other me the divine masculine duality I still hear the birds on my windowsill on watch whispering you're on your way twin flame August 8, 2008 - inspired by reading too much metaphysical stuff last night.... needs so more work.....will modify later. This is the first breath.....

Looked in the mirror and allowed her to speak. She noticed how just a glimpse of the sun has already affected my face. She spoke of tired eyes and a worn out dispositon. I told her enough but she quickly hushed me to silence. I listened again. She smiled as she reminded me that I am 40 but no one would know. I grinned. She told me to look at my wide hips, jelly belly and bossom and notice a real woman ....beauty. I giggled. I wanted to turn away but she said no. My day had been rough. Love sometimes needs to come from within. No need to seek affirmation from others. The mirror said that I need to see the Rhonda God loves and has made perfect. She saw my inner strength blazing through my brown eyes when I could only see as dark circles and aging eyes. She said to close my eyes and just inhale. Breathe. You are alive and with life there is hope. She told me the embrace my sensuality as a gift to next one who will come to love me. He will be blessed with tender kisses, passion a...

I'm a Lil Wayne fan. Its a bonding point for me and the Kid. She can blast Lil Wayne and she will hear NO complaining from mom. My buddy Rusty Redenbacher, local music LEGEND , Greatest of all time (gigglin') done gone and did a mix of 'A Milli' and smashed it. I give love to my talented friends. They are all on their grind and trying to make it happen. Love ambitious people. Keeps me moving and Russ is on his grind much like my friend Kortez (check his art ya'll). They making it happen. Redenbacher did well with this one. I HAD to say something about it. Nice joint. Big thangs poppin' for the crew, Mudkids . Shout out to his blog: http://redenbach.blogspot.com/ Russ will hook up with the free tunes. "MuthaF***a, I'm ill not sick!" quote of the day

Some of you many know, I'm learning how to REST again, mind, body, and spirit literally. Last night, I lay down and I actually sleep. I didn't wake up a bunch of times. I was peaceful. I could have been the rain. I LOVE the rain. Its so calming to me. I actually get happy when I know its going to rain. Weird but true. I'm sleeping but then my mind starts in. I can feel myself thinking about stuff I need to do. UGHHHHHHHHH I fight it. I then start thinking about certain people in my cipher and wondering...WHY ARE YOU THERE? but.... I fight it. Then I feel like something or someone is playing with my feet. I know that sounds weird BUT I am someone that believes spirits do that stuff. I get pissed off and still slightly asleep, I yell, "Leave my feet alone and go away." I try to go back to sleep and I do but now I'm pissy. When I finally get up, I wake up in a mood. Not necessarily bad but definitely moody. I'm thinking about things, people and stuff I need ...

Kimora with Akoi and Ming....Business woman....mother... I know there is so many that can't stand Kimora Lee Simmons. I'm not one of them. I can see past the made for TV Diva Bs and I can see the business woman and leader. I had a conversation with a friend who use to be my assistant some years ago and who has come on board to help with CWUW. Last night, she smacked me around and asked where is my Kimora? What she was saying was that I would lay out the plan and the vision, provide some direction and then say, "Make it happen". I wouldn't worry about it happening but just had EVERY expectation that it will be done, in a timely manner, within the budget given, and completed professionally. Now, I'm so hands on in EVERYTHING. I actually told her that I'm concerned about Syd's open house. She looked at me like....wha? We're talking something that doesn't occur until May of 2009 and I'm already trying to plan it. She reminded me...

"Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof." Proverbs 18:21 Power of Words....I believe in it. So in prayer, I watch what I say. In meditation, I watch what I meditate upon. In speaking to others, I chose my words carefully. I believe we plant seeds with our words. Ok, so I spoke about something about 9-10 months ago. I was talking with a friend and asked for something specifically from God. She looked at me like I was nutty but was like "yeah ok". I'm not going to say specifically what it was but just say, I got exactly what I wanted. YIKES!! I've made life difficult for myself in all areas of my life. I was complaining to her about this situation and she reminded me of my words over 10 months ago. I sat looking at her saying...WOW....God gave me what I asked for just to prove a point, I think. We need to watch our words. Now this thing isn't SOOOOOOOOO Awful but its annoying as h...