I told myself months ago and even a year ago that I would be more consistent with blogging. But then I thought to myself, who and whom am I being consistent for when no one actually knows it exist. Despite the reality of it, I enjoy writing my thoughts down and instead of having an actual handwritten journal, I prefer the use of a digital journal. So much as changed since my last post. I laid the arts & crafts and YouTube vlogging to a rest. I've realized that you have to pick your battles and those were ones that were not for me. I didn't abandon the craft portion completely, I picked up sewing in the meantime. I have found it therapeutic as well, I'm not aiming to be a contestant on the next Project Runway but this is a craft, I should've learned as a kid. Due to the fact that my mom is an excellent seamstress. But like they say, you are never to young or too old to learn something new. Besides sewing, I started dating, got a job promotion and currently entering my last semester of grad school. So I can truly say this year is going out in style. But let's focus on the dating. So yes, I reconnected with someone from my past and starting off it was AMAZING but then reality sat in, the honeymoon phased out and life got real! I have never been in a "real" relationship and I don't know what TV shows, I have been watching or what but I didn't realize that you can FUCK UP as much as I have in such a short amount of time. No, I don't mean in a crazy way let's just put it like this, you can't treat everybody the same. Hell, I didn't know how much I could learn about myself in such a short time either. I have come to grip that I have gotten away with a lot of things, that no one ever pointed out and that may be due to the fact that they didn't care. Now what was overlooked before is not being overlooked now, I have had to take some moments and do some self-realizations, recite a few phrases in the mirror lol! I know I'm not saying much but put it like this the more I'm in this relationship, I am learning more about myself and having to face the reality that I am often times, my own worst enemy. I believe you can be single for way too long and when people come and go, we often replay the idea that "oh he wasn't the one" or "that's not the person God has for us" and in most cases, I believe that is true. However, I believe in a lot of cases it is our actions, reactions, insecurities and lack of self-confidence that's the reason people chose to get out when they can. My current relationship may last forever or end a month from now but what I will takeaway from it all is to 1. Some men like you exactly who you are DO NOT try to change yourself however it is ok to make some readjustments that will benefit you as a person and 2. Overthinking will leave your ass still SINGLE!!! Until next time....

Hey guys! I know it's been awhile since I last wrote a blog post. I have been so busy finishing up my remaining classes for my Masters. I have three more classes left, I'm hoping to be completed by the first 8 weeks in the Fall semester and graduating next May. This education journey has been fun but baby girl is tired. I have been in school nonstop since 2009 from obtaining a Bachelors, Professional certificates, changing graduate schools twice and changing my graduate major not once or twice but thrice (three) times. I don't plan on stopping completely after finishing my Master's however, I am not in any rush to start again immediately. Well besides school, I began indulging in the world of arts & crafts by either making masquerade masks as well as clutch purses. I've looked to YouTube for all my inspirations. Who knew what you could make with items from the Dollar Tree (vanity mirror). Since, I just started I'm no expert and of course, it is not perfect but the more I work and become intrigued with myself, I know I'll be just as good as the next person. Who knows, I might open up me a little shop one day. Besides from being crafty, I created myself a YouTube page to go along with my family gaming page. So if any of you are reading this because go check out both of my YouTube pages! Hope you all have a great week and stay blessed! -Peace- Youtube channels: Inmyownworldandmind DCSquaredM

How many of you have felt so drained on a Monday? I know I have and today was one of those days. After that heck of a Super Bowl game last night, I didn't want to work. I had no problem getting up for work, I just didn't want to do anything once I got there. Weird, right?! I had so many task to complete and I started on two and the third I didn't bother beginning. I did start back writing my book. I'm currently working on a book for middle schoolers, its sort of a Sci-Fi/Fantasy theme but nothing like a Harry Potter book. I don't think my brain can write a colossal of information like that. My imagination can only go so far. This past weekend, I began working on my clutch purse collection coming to my closet this spring. I've always wanted to make clutch purses so I decided to go ahead and get started. I have this belief that everybody should have a hobby or what some may called it, "A side hustle". If you can make money doing what you love or good at then why not?! I know I haven't wrote to you guys in awhile and finding time has been a struggle. I've started back posting videos on my families, YouTube page. So when you guys get a chance go check it out. It's nothing fancy but we are trying to share with others how what we do on a day to day. My kids originally wanted to make a video of them playing video games but I decided that we should be inclusive and show events we attend and adventures we go on. https://youtu.be/poElmUJweFs Well, I know this isn't much and it may be boring. I hope you all have a great week and so until next time.....

There are three topics that I was always told as a child that you don't debate or argue over: Race, Religion and Politics. But over the course of years, I have often times found myself discussing at least one of them and even to the point where I'm left defending both my race and my religion. So today, I feel compel to share my own personal opinion as it reflects to this new dawning age of the Trump. First off, I am truly saddened that Obama is no longer President but I know his work will continue on. That job or any job has the ability to build you up and then turn around and tear you completely apart. His presidency for many of Americans specifically, blacks was often times tumultuous particularly how many felt, he didn't speak up more for black Americans however, people failed to realize that he is not the sole leader of Blacks, Whites, Hispanics or Asians hence he is the leader of the "Free World-America". When he made decisions, he made them according to the needs of the people which comprise of people from all ethnicities. For me as a black american in 2008, I witnessed something that I never thought in a million years that I would see. In this lifetime, I witnessed a black man from the south side of Chicago become President of the United States. That moment within itself will go down in my book as "The Most Historical Moment in Black History". I am proud to have witnessed that moment. But not only that but I am proud to have witnessed a black family display the epitome of dignity, grace, values and integrity. This family acted as a model for all of those that believe that this kind of black love no longer exist. For eight years, they were scandal-free but yet endured so much hate and disrespect that I never recalled another president receive. Not even Clinton for his extramarital affairs and not even Bush for the illusion of the whole Weapon of Mass Destruction concept. Obama presidency showed me that race was live and well in America and his becoming was uncomfortable for some. With all of that said, I am going to miss Former President Obama and his entire family. But like the saying goes, "All good things must come to an end". I am not a fan of Trump and the rhetoric that rose him to presidential fame. It is upsetting that someone could use such rhetoric to rise to the top but people do what they have to do to get to where they want to. Despite what he did, I just hope that he focuses on making the many things he said wrong, right. I hope he works for all Americans and display a high level of compassion, respect and empathy to all people. America isn't perfect and many of the choices we as the people have made weren't perfect either however, over the course of American history we have seen this country get better, stronger and wiser. What has been broken can be fixed and for that I hope that he see that what makes this country the best is it's PEOPLE!

Well on Saturday, I finished my 6 day fast which consisted of prayer, devotional reading and eating one meal a day. I attempted to fast years ago but had no clue on how to do it properly. Seeking advice from my mother, I think I got it right if not oh well I tried. Anyways afterwards I'm feeling pretty good and comfortable about what I did and how. Sooo this weekend, I attended my first simulator/video gaming/STEM convention and boy was it super awesome. My kids and I really had an amazing time. We had the chance to see all kinds of cool games and gadgets. I think the coolest thing was seeing the demos to a lot of video games. The guys and girls looked so young. It's simply amazing how the brain stimulates and generates creativity. I wish I had some of that to go around. Anyways, the focus of the convention was STEM. So of course, NASA was there. They had a machine where you could see how a hurricane up to 70mph feel. The military was there showcasing stimulators specifically regarding the situation in the desert. Microsoft had all the cool tablets and laptops for display and also for my minecraft lovers. Kids were all over the minecraft games. My boys got a chance to jam on the Xbox One to DNCE " Cake by the Ocean". Overall, it was a wonderful experience. Such a great turnout and many cool things to see and do. If you guys know any children that are interested in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics please...please...help them continue to explore those realms. Who knows they can be the next John Glenn or Albert Einstein! Well guys have a great week! See ya next week! Peace ✌🏾

Hey ya'll! I hope you all had a wonderful New Years and endured your first week of the year. My work week was slow, the weather was gorgeous and I was able to complete more work-related training. I have to complete 40hrs of informal training by August and right now, I'm sitting at 22 hours. It has taken me 4 months to get to that number (hmmm...interesting). No I don't have much to go but if you knew the training I was taking sometimes, it takes me an entire day to complete one subject. You want to know why? Uh because, it is death by training slides. Anywho! This week, my church is fasting and I'm joining them as well. There are a few things that I would like to happen this year so I'm hoping that all those things begin to come into fruition. I've started working on my YouTube channel, I didn't do much but make a YouTube banner, but HEY! It's a start. Once I get it up and running, I'll be sure to share with you all. Sooo this week, I was able to start back watching 2 of my favorite shows: Teen Wolf and Vikings. I'm sad (insert teary emoji) that this is Teen Wolf final season. This show has been off the chain for the past 6 years, if you've never seen it and you like teeny-bopper, vampire, werewolf, banshee then this might just be the show for YOUUUUUUUUUUUU! Not your thing??!!!???!! Then if you LOVE history like I do and mythology then my friend, if you haven't checked out Vikings on the History channel. Then you missing out for sure that show is the sniz-i-e (in my lil scrappy voice/he's a rapper). It follows the rise and fall of the legendary Viking king Ragnar Lothbrook and it chronicles his invasion of many European countries that we know today as well as the tale of how his sons will be legends of their own. These men and women have a strong presence in Viking culture and history. I absolutely love the show, so if you haven't seen it GO WATCH IT NOW! Well that's all I got, you all have a great week! Stay warm!

Happy New Year!

2017 is going to be an incredible year, I can feel it in my bones...yahhhh!  I hope everyone had a great NYE and NY day spent with family, friends and significant others.  I hope you guys start this year off right and I pray this year be the beginning of wonderful things yet to come!