GOODTOBEME What's up? - November 25, 2009 add/view comments (0) |
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Greetings and welcome to my page. First I want to give honor and praise to my Lord Jesus Christ. Whom without I could not and would not exist. (And nor do I want to!!) *s* He is truly an AWESOME God!! *stomp* Secondly, my Mother. Although I was her little hellion, I thank God that He blessed me with a woman of strength, of character, a wicked sense of humor and had an abundance of love for me. Even when I was not so worthy of that love. I pray she is looking down from the heavens with pride. I love you Mama. When I first decided to do this page, I thought ok there will quite a few women that are going to think I am harsh. Well reality is harsh. Might even get a couple hate emails. LOL. You know it s amazing what God will prepare us for. Some of what is on this page I know about first hand. I too am a Sista. And contrary to the grace, and lady like refinement my mother instilled in me I have had my moments. Oh yea, self-righteous indignant, a hand on my hip, crane of my neck, hand raised up, hold down that Oh hell naw, I know you didn t stance. Oh, let me correct myself. Educated, cute, sexy legged, well maintained, sway of my hips, don t need a man, but want a man self-righteous indignation Oh hell naw, I know you didn t stance. With a quick dismissal of the stylish, sophisticated, demure, always well kept right on down to my cute lil pedicure toes (yea french tip *L*) lady that I could be out came the socio-economic disadvanged Sista gurl that still dwelled deep within. Am I proud of this? Mama raised me better than that. No I am not. But thank goodness for the Father s grace and mercy, for I was given a second chance. This is not about breaking us down. But to prepare us for want we all claim we want. A Good Black Man But how many of us are PREPARED for a Good Black Man? Or a man period? Yes, you heard me. Are you prepared? Have you let go of the past ghost that does not allow youto have space for him? Are you emotionally ready to commit yourself to the task treating that man properly? Letting him know how much you value him. Taking the time to listen when he talks to you. Or expend the necessary energies to make a last relationship work? Please know that in making it the kind of relationship God promises, it will indeed take work. If you are so blessed to have a good and meaningful relationship, the devil will always be busy. It will take work. Sometimes a lot! A whole lot! Commitment. Trust. Respect. Nuturing. Communication. Be prepared to recognize that mode of transportation, geographical location, portfolio, or financial reports will not make a man a Good Black Man You may have exactly what God has promised standing right in your face. So make sure you have your blinders off, make sure you have prepared you heart and soul to received your blessing, a true Good Black Man . So again are you ready?? Oh and guys don t think for a moment you are off the hook. Not by far. For everything that you see here, the same goes for you. Prepared yourself for that God sent angel. One thing I have noticed about men, particularly those that walk in the Christian faith, they will grab that bible and place it under a woman s nose and get stuck on EPHESIANS 5:22-24. Now if you take the time to read a little further, EPHESIANS 5:25-33. In case you missed it. Husbands (boyfriends too) love your wife (girlfriend) just as CHRIST love the church and gave His life for . I don t know about you. But that s an awful lot of love. Sends chills down my spine just think about how much love that is. Its the kind of love that ...for lack of a more eloquent phrase... blows your socks off....Its the kind of love the is held by respect, trust, loyalty. Not using and abusing. And men please , recognize not all of us look like Tara, shaped like Halle, or have the bank account of Oprah. Does not make us any less than what we truly are. Strong, secure, loving, hard working, faithful, understanding, good black women. And if you know we are not the type you are looking for then say so. Never take us as an "in-the-mean-time romance. That is how the real drama begins. Actually black women make wonderful friends. Just say so. So if you want a Good Black Woman step up already prepared as a Good Black Man . This is somewhat wordy so if you get tire of reading its ok. Come back later. The information here comes from a variety of sources, which can be found in the links section. So for more enlightenment just click on a link.
Be Blessed!!!!! Blk. That Old Black Magic when I am good Now is the time that we can celebrate each other as Black people within a society which defies us to be happy. First, if Black women do not love Black men; who will? Second if Black women should not love Black men; who should they love? WHAT BLACK WOMEN NEED TO KNOW Some single sisters have come out with emails blazing, They hit their keys with venom and glee, Calling brothers dogs, pigs, and players, And giggle over their own lack of responsibility. Well, the good brothers are finally getting tough, They ve had more than enough, Of being lied on, roasted, and assassinated, For today s Black Man--is proud of his tan, He has to find you, sister, that s what God has mandated! Black woman, you may be a professional, But if you want to hear a wedding recessional, Use your wits to help--not hurt--your future mate, Black woman, don t dress like a slob--or act like a snob, You can t get married if a brother can t even Ask you for a date! Black Woman, true Black Men don t whine, Real Black Men don t have much free time, There never has been a shortage of quality Black Misters. That shortage stuff is a lie, and cooked up in a pie, And presented, lovingly, by your white, feminist sisters! What BlackMen can t understand, Is why, some sisters throughout the land, Choose to date the neighborhood thug, You ignore the good brother, with a job Who is kind to his mother, The good brother--you stomp like a bug! Now, I could roll on and on, but it would take to long, Sisters, don t get moody, sullen or hurt, And, please--PLEASE--don t act like a flirt, It s your character that will woo a good Black Man, And determine the speed of your wedding band, But not if you treat a Black Man like DIRT! Sisters--there are PLENTY of Righteous Black Single Men (RBSMs) in America--if you would let them FIND you. However, some of you have moved, without leaving a forwarding address. As a matter of fact, some of you have moved, and kept on stepping so often that not even God can find you, with your blessing! Brothers, let me say up front. Marriage is NOT for everyone. If you are NOT prepared mentally, economically, socially, spiritually and emotionally to commit to one woman, for life (including the weekends), then DON T even think about marriage. However, sisters there are plenty of RBSMs out in society. *Brothers who are not thugs, dogs, and drug dealers . *Brothers who won t call you names, or clean out your purse. *Brothers who are filling their minds with an education. *Brothers who are working at legitimate jobs. *Brothers who are NOT hanging out at the club, jail, or on the corner. *Brothers who MAY have kids to raise by themselves. *Brothers who WILL NOT mistreat, beat, or cheat you. *Brothers who ARE in church, in the Bible, and in their right minds. *Brothers who believe in an honest days work for an honest days pay. *Brothers who don t have an agenda. *Brothers who practice what they preach. *Brothers who are wondering where YOU are. Sisters... No I did not forget about you... Embrace the soul stir beauty that s you.... I know how hard you work tolove, support, provide, for your family. I know the emotional struggles of single parenthood. And I know the love Jesus is what pulled me through. THAT S ME BY DORINDA TATUM My skin is not light. It is dark You wonder why. My hair is not straight. It is kinky. You wonder how. My lips are not thin. They are full. You laugh so loud. But I say to you, I am truly proud Of who I am. Because the truth lies with my ancestors who died So I can feel free In expressing my beauty, no one else seems to see When I look into the mirror. You wonder what I see. I see my dark skin, My kinky hair, My full lips, I see a beautiful, enchanting African-American Woman That s me! I LEAVE US ALL WITH THIS: The Potter s Clay Sometimes along life s fitful sea We become as broken vessels; Although marred and thought to be worthless There s Someone else that sees. We can still be useful vessels In the Master s Hand If only we would let Him, Our live He would surely enhance. Marred in our struggles of this life, Stricken and in despair; Cast down, but not out, Too often we re made aware That it s no use To think or imagine, That anything worthwhile could ever be. But I m a firm Believer Of what the Word of God says And I know in Him is Victory! For He can take the broken pieces And put them back together again And use you for His Glory And forgive your ever sin. He ll take a ruthless life And change it all around Cleanse your soul, and fill your heart And set your feet on higher ground. I know because He did it for me. Yield yourself to Him and you will see. Let Him melt, mold and fill you as He may And remember, Jesus is the Potter And you are the clay! ~ Norene Price ~ "The word which came to Jeremiah from the Lord, saying Ariseand go down to the potter s house and there I will cause thee to hear my words. Then I went down to the potter s house, and behold, he wrought a work on the wheels. And the vessel that he made of clay was marred in the hand of the potter: so he made it again another vessel, as seemed good to the potter to make it. Then the word of the Lord came to me saying, O house of Israel, cannot I do with you as this potter? saith the LORD. Behold, as the clay is in the potter s hand, so are ye in mine hand, O house of Israel." Jeremiah 18:1-6 My friend, God s Word is encouraging! And please know this.....What he has promised, HE will surely deliver!!! So send up YOUR praises up that the BLESSINGS may come down!!! Wishing each of you a beautiful and abundantly blessed life!!! I love you!! In JESUS holy, and beautiful and blessed name!! |
