~how much is enough

Today I confronted my self with a dilemma .... How is it that one can achieve balance when we must always strive for more and at the same time be humble and thankful for what we have. Comment on here explaining your perspective and later this week i will fill you in on where i stand on this paradox for success .

~art show the 22

FORGOTTEN HISTORY...

http://www.google.com/search?q=black+history+not+mentioned+in+schools&hl=en&client=safari&rls=en&prmd=ivns&tbs=tl:1&tbo=u&ei=6ohjTYKwCJO2tgeno92nDA&sa=X&oi=timeline_result&ct=title&resnum=11&ved=0CEcQ5wIwCg

why is there a black history month ? let Mrs. Sands shed some light on the matter

A couple of days ago a peer of mine posted this quote

" VITUrE KNOWS NO COLOR LINES, AND THE CHIVALRY WHICH DEPENDS UPON COMPLEXTION OF SKIN AND TEXTURE
OF HAIR CAN COMMAND NO HONEST RESPECT"

IDA BELL WELLS-BARNETT (1862- 1931)
JOURNALIST, CIVIL RIGHTS ACTIVIST, FEMINIST

This inspiring quote was misconstrued as an opportunity to speak out against not only black history month, but every other cultural holiday that is celebrated in the United States. Although I must admit I to was torn on where I stood as far as devoting a month to one culture or race. Yet one can not deny the many injustices that have occurred and the erasing of not just Black but all history. I believe it is very important that we reflect on historic events that before the abolition of slavery and through out the civil rights movement would have been considered unimportant because of any tie to a person of color or of the female gender. My eyes are now opened to the necessity of Black history month. In reply to an email asking why "Whites "are not allowed or afforded the same opportunities to celebrate their race, Mrs.Sands responds ever so tastefully

"This is a SERIOUS sign of ignorance! No matter how many commemorative "days" other races have, inequality STILL exists! For years, whites were the only race given any credible notice for historical endeavors. History tells us that enslaved African and Native Americans have invested pain anguish spiritual, mental and physical rape- so, if they decide to take pride in their race and acknowledge those instrumental in their freedom how can any informed individual dispute it? How can you complain about not getting a slice of cake when you own the bakery? Whites have the prestige, the power, respect and every OTHER holiday on the calendar. Since you are so cerned with being considered a racists; here are some indications that will help you identify. "You may be considered a racist IF : Every time you hear a black person talk about race, you complain about how black people need to stop talking about race.,IF whenever any race other than your own pays homage to their race, you imagine it's part of some big ploy to undermine you and steal power from your race. IF you think that only white people are allowed to defend themselves because you're sick of white people being the only group who can't defend themselves. ( I guess lynching and racial profiling doesn't count); IF you complain that non-whites have special advantages that are denied to white people;IF you think it's time for you and your white cohorts to stand-up against the racist minorities attacking you; IF you have to keep telling people you're not a racist. IF it angers you to hear any other race try to lift their race. IF when hearing a black person complain about racists, you immediately assume he's talking about you. At the end of the day, " http://biobrain.blogspot.com/2009/02/you-might-be-racist-ifredstate-edition.html people who aren't particularly racist, but still refuse to acknowledge the racial divides that clearly still exist are racists in denial. I suggest you trace your roots, find out where you're REALLY from and raise your flag... after all there is only one type of Native American!" Mrs. Sands is obviously educated and responded with her intellect rater than perpetuate the ignorance that so many people still feel obligated to regurgitate. Americans must recall that almost every racial advocated group like the black chamber of commerce or even the invention of the Miss Black America beauty pageant was created in times of segregation where blacks and other minorities where not allowed to participate or where even recognized as contributing members of society. We must recall these events not to draw up the past but shed some light that the invention of black history month would have never been necessary if at one point or another blacks and other minorities had not been considered more so property than human beings. Pivotal historic figures would have never been necessary had there not been a struggle between races, historic figures such as Malcolm X , Rosa Parks, Medger Evers, and of course Martin Luther King jr. In school we learn that every action has an equal if not greater reaction, we can say that slavery and the civil rights movement where the actions that caused the reaction of black history month or Cezar Chavez day. Let us not forget that all national holidays are approved by congress and of course the president, any and all responsibility for the creation of these Holidays or commemorative months are that of the registered voters. Apparently enough of America would like to recognize these days and or months ,this is the way of a democratic government we admire and more often than not respect. I hope that those that beg the question "why is there a black history month?" do a bit of research and find that there is a lot of history that school books forget or forgot to mention. OPEN YOUR EYES , MINDS AND MOST OF ALL YOUR HEARTS.. tHE sPhInKs

why is this not on every news channel ?

Lauryn Hill - I Find It Hard to Say (Rebel) [MTV Unplugged]

Lauren Hill is one of my biggest inspirations and favorite lyricist.. This song is captivating and its imagery is beyond reason. This is a must listen ..... enjoy revolutionaries

~intellectual revolution

This idea hit me in the face when we where discussing non governmental organizations in my contemporary global issues class, BAM " what we need is an intellectual revolution"! my poetry speaks about my plight to awaken the developed world to first and for most to the atrocities that occur not only with in the confines of this sovereign nation but all across the globe. So I designed some posters ,stickers, and buttons. Once printed I will sell each product half the proceeds will go to the perpetuation of the idea and the other half will go to an international charity the first proceeds will be donated to a locally based organization that helps refugees and immigrants. Here is some of the work and information that will come with the product ... hope you enjoy.