Tyler Perry's: "I Can Do Bad All By Myself"- A Must See!!!

Once again, Tyler Perry sends his audience on an emotional roller coaster with his stage play turned movie I Can Do Bad All By Myself. The all-star cast certainly took this film to a level that none of his previous endeavors had reached.

Taraji P. Henson (known from her role as the lead actress in Baby Boy) and Adam Rodriguez (CSI: Miami actor) team up with three major recording artists: Gladys Knight, Marvin Winans and none other than Mary J. Blige to perform in a film that can only be described as a riveting, thought-provoking and inspirational.

April, played by Henson, is a scarred woman who doesn't know how to love herself or others. She drinks and smokes incessantly and she is sleeping with a married man (need I say more?). Perry revolves the plot around April's life, which comes to a screeching halt when Madea (Perry) shows up on her doorstep with three kids (her dead sister's daughter and two sons).

Sandino, (Rodriguez character) is a humble Columbian man who shows up at a local church seeking refuge. He is advised by the pastor (Marvin Winans) and first lady (Gladys Knight) to trade his handy-man services for room and board at April's house, which definitely needs a little TLC. Sandino immediately takes a liking to April's niece and nephews and tries to piece their broken lives back together again.

Tanya (Mary J. Blige), April's friend and crooning barkeep at the lounge where she works, is a great identifier of what a true friend is supposed to be. She tries her best to keep April grounded while being a constant source of support and love.

Like any Tyler Perry movie, the characters go through a series of dramatic and climactic events which lead to enlightenment of self and of the world around them.

This film is a must see because of the powerful song ballads, decent (not great) acting, and magnificent story line that leaves you feeling a sense of fulfillment and personal triumph in matters of the heart.

You have got to get into this people...It's Fun for crying out loud!

-Lawrence G.

Formidable Opponent: The Razor Bump...ugh...

Hi Hi.

So I figured I'd write a blog dedicated to guys who have problems with those nasty, disgusting, embarrassing razor bumps.

Razor bumps form when freshly shaved hair grows back into the skin. They form hurtful bumps, rashes, and redness (and are a complete turn off).

I'll list a technique that's work for me- hopefully others can benefit from this (or if you know someone who suffers from this, you can pass it along).

Let's begin by making a grocery list- here's what you'll need:

1.) Single or double-bladed razor (no more blades than 2) $5-8

2.) Thick shaving GEL not cream... preferably Gillete- sensitive skin $7-12

3.) Face cloth *you should have this- if not SHAME ON YOU* $2-5

4.) Skin Tight/ Tend Skin $11-15

5.) Aftershave lotion $3-7

6.) Daily Face cleanser- i use Biore ... $7-10 some are cheaper and some are more expensive

Let's start the process:

While in the shower, I wash my face with the cleanser.

I let the hot/warm water fall on my face for a while to open up my pores.

I pat my face, careful not to completely dry it.

I apply my shaving gel..generously.

I shave with the grain once. If I miss any spots I come to it after I've finished my whole face (ONCE)

After hitting any spot that I missed, I rinse my face in cold water and pat dry.

I apply Skin Tight or Tend Skin and let dry for about 5 minutes.

Afterwards, I apply aftershave lotion.

Then I look Fabulous...^_^

The face towel is if you opt not to take a shower and  just apply hot water to it and let it soak on your face instead of showering...

***NOTICE*** This took way too long to write because I'm watching Teen Jeopardy..it's sooooo Good..and I got two answers right so far..hehehe...

 You have got to get into this people...It's necessary to be sexy for crying out loud!

-Lawrence G.

Jackets & Boots & Scarves-Oh My!!!

I'm very excited to announce that September 22nd marks the first day of Autumn! Why am I so anxious for Fall to get here? Let me let you in on a little secret: Jackets & Boots & Scarves...need I say more???

On Risking

To laugh is to risk appearing the fool.
To weep is to risk appearing sentimental.
To reach out for another is to risk involvement.
To expose feelings is to risk exposing our true self.
To place your ideas, your dreams, before the crowd is to risk loss.
To love is to risk not being loved in return.
To live is to risk dying.
To hope is to risk despair.
To try at all is to risk failure.
But to risk, we must, because the greatest hazard in life is to risk nothing.
The Man, the Woman who risks nothing does nothing -- has nothing -- is nothing.

Where oh where did my little love go..oh where oh where is (s)he?

Living in Charlotte, NC, I can't help but wonder 'what if I'm wasting away?'

The dating pool is so small here that I've had to recycle some of the old ones just to have my dance card full.

My friends are having trouble in the relationship arena too. For instance, Jessica, my longest and dearest friend, is going through problems with her significant other. They bicker over the idea of moving in together.

When do you know the right time to move in with him/her?

I guess whenever you feel the urge to be happily ever laughter- i mean "after"...

Being black (2009)

Obama is in office, yet I feel no different towards blacks. If I feel indifferent to blacks in america, then I'm sure that other races feel no different towards blacks or the strides they've made within the past decade.

This is depressing.
I'll write more later.

BE FREE (REALLY)

If you are quick to take offense, then you'll be under the control of those who you find offensive. 

If you are easily angered, then your actions will be dictated by those who anger you. 

If you are obsessed by what other people think, then you will be imprisoned by their thoughts. 

If you yearn for easy answers and quick solutions, you'll fall prey to people who offer you nothing but promises. 

If you find the truth too difficult to bear, you'll be enslaved to those who tell you what you want to hear. 

When you have the courage to think for yourself, the strength to accept what is, the commitment and discipline to make a difference, 
then you are free. 

You are truly free to live with purpose, joy and fulfillment. 

Let your life be defined, not by reactions to what others do, say, or think but rather your own unique vision. 

Raise your eyes above the pettiness and follow the path of the greatness that is within you. 

Take It Easy Tuesday: The Zipper

The Zipper



In a crowded city at a busy bus stop, a beautiful young woman wearing a tight leather skirt was waiting for a bus. As the bus stopped and it was her turn to get on, she became aware that her skirt was too tight to allow her leg to come up to the height of the first step of the bus. Slightly embarrassed and with a quick smile to the bus driver, she reached behind her to unzip her skirt a little, thinking that this would give her enough slack to raise her leg. She tried to take the step, only to discover that she couldn't. So, a little more embarrassed, she once again reached behind her to unzip her skirt a little more, and for the second time attempted the step. Once again, much to her chagrin, she could not raise her leg. With a little smile to the driver, she again reached behind to unzip a little more and again was unable to take the step. About this time, a large Texan who was standing behind her picked her up easily by the waist and placed her gently on the step of the bus. She went ballistic and turned to the would-be Samaritan and screeched, "How dare you touch my body! I don't even know you!" The Texan smiled and drawled, "Well, ma'am, normally I would agree with you, but after you unzipped my fly three
times, I kinda figured we was friend's."

My Profile

The idea of skin color plays a significant role in peoples' lives.

It defines who we are before we even open our mouths.

Tonight, I was racially profiled- not a witness, but a victim of it.

My being wants to lash out, but somewhere deep within all that I am, I know that would make matters worse.

So instead, I share my love, my kindness, my patience, and my tolerance.

And I'll stubbornly wait until things change.

Because they have to...

...right?