My math class started this past Monday & so far it is all good. But this is now!!! I know in a few weeks, my locks will start falling out because math is my weakest area & I will be struggling to hang on big time.
Over the next few days, I will be working on getting my mind right so that I can switch up to have a positive attitude about the work so that I do not sabotage myself, which has happened in the past.
In other news:
- I decided today that I am trading in my 2006 Saturn VUE for a Toyota Prius this spring. My V6 engine frequent trips have got a brotha looking like a fool @ the gas pump. Not sure if you are up on the HBO show “Curb Your Enthusiasm” or not, but my boy & Jewish role model Larry David drives one.
While discussing this with Suite Suzy last night, she was like hell no, you are really starting to take on the Larry David role. I asked her what she meant & she said that I acted just like him with all his tacky ways, uncouth behavior & ability to say the wrong things at the wrong time. I then told her to go to hell because she acts just like Susie Green & treats me like I’m Jeff some times. We both laughed!
- Anyway, since I will be photographing at the North American International Autoshow Charity Preview (big time black tie event for Detroit), I will try to sneak away to get close & personal with the 2008 Prius.
This Friday 1/18/08, I am officially giving up eating beef to further push my new health kick. This coming Friday is actually an important day because this same Friday last year, I made the decision to change my name to Tafari in the spirit of Kujichagulia ((Self-Determination) To define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ourselves and speak for ourselves.). This year I am still moving in the spirit of Kujichagulia & it’s all good. I was already considering this before but after watching “Fast Food Nation” one night last week, I was like, I gotta do this.
Maybe one day I will be strong enough to give up pork, but I cannot imagine life without pork chops, occasional bacon and or sausages & ham…
- I know you all know that Ofra will be starting her own network, which will be called OWN. Although Ofra gets on my nerves, I am so super happy for the legacy she is blazing. So just to let you know 1st, I’m starting a letter writing campaign on MLK day to petition Ofra to bring back Video Soul for her new network. Just kidding my girl Sugar got me thinking about the old & “golden” days of BET.
Tamra / January 17, 2008
Funny, I just did an auto show/need new car post too…
By all means, if you see the Saab 9-4X, PLEASE take a shot–just one? It seems as if it’s not on the list of cars coming here (Chicago)–at least yet. It is the ONLY reason I’ll go to the auto show (otherwise, too many people).
Cool beans with the beef. I hear you about pork though–bacon is my favorite food. I won’t tempt you by telling you about this wonderful bacon/chocolate bar I know of… No, no–stay on course! Keep it up!
If I don’t comment tomorrow, congrats on the name-change anniversary.
One last thing, don’t let math conquer you. A lot of how we handle math has to do with how we approach it. Try to understand what’s happening as opposed to just memorizing formulas, and work *a lot* of problems. And, if the instructor will indulge you and the rest of the class, ask if he/she will provide some real-world examples. That really helps a lot of people. And don’t be afraid to go ask for help.
And then come test time, tell the test you’re going to kick its ass.
Again–it’s all about the approach.
Good luck!
Ro~ / January 17, 2008
Ok, I went to the “OWN” link in this post & why does it look like Stedman let her have it in the her left eye?!?!?
Damn Tamra “bacon/Chocolate bar”?!talk ’bout serious pressure/suga.
No, No….when I was goin’ through my ordeal when I thought my car was stolen, only to find out that Detroit’s “finest” had it. They even kept it 6months AFTER my police report. Ok,ok,ok I digress, anythin that VW maybe making that’s new. I should boycott they Azzez for leavin’ MI.
Meikmeika / January 17, 2008
Math is one of those subjects you have to stay on top of. I would recommend taking good notes, reviewing them daily and practice practice practice….
Congratulations on deciding to give up beef! Most veg heads I know say it was harder giving up beef than pork. Is the rest of your family giving up beef as well?
I saw Fast Food Nation and barely finished the movie cause my stomach was so upset.
You’ve got alot on your plate but I’m sure you’ll conquer the math, the beef withdrawal and everything else.
Bygbaby / January 17, 2008
Tamra – Damn, them bars sound off the hook. The best of both worlds, bacon fat & chocolate!!!
I plan on working my ass off consistently to make this happen. just to more classes & I will be done & off to Eastern Michigan University. Now I am starting to consider shifting from obtaining a BA for a BFA. Choices, choices choices!!!
Ro – When I saw that top image of Ofra, i was like, damn hey eyes are hit. if they were a little more discolored, i would have thought she had jaundice.
Damn, yo shit got impounded. Ouch!!!
Meikmeika – Didn’t that movie just about make you wanna toss your cookies. When that guy got his leg cut off in that machine, I was like damn, then how the company treated him & his wife after that. very sad. Suite Suzy et al are not following me on this one. Suzy Suzy is a meat lover but she eats pork RARELY, very RARE though. In my house we all have complicated food issues and favorites. Meals sometimes can be a challenge.
Bygbaby
Tamra / January 17, 2008
What areas are you thinking about–I’ve been meaning to ask, and I hadn’t seen anything in the blog to indicate what degree/area you’re pursuing.
Alright Ro and BB, the thing is, BB, when you put in a good, solid, one to two weeks of working out and eating right, you’re entitled to treat yourself (it’s better to treat than deprive so you don’t binge later). ONLY if you stay in line though… Here’s the link–http://www.vosgeschocolate.com/product/bacon_exotic_candy_bar/
exotic_candy_bars (cut and paste).
Don’t know how much you’ll charge for the Saab pic if you can/want to take it, but I’ll hook you up if/when you say you’ve worked the hell out of the gym and kept the diet on track for a week or two… You too, Ro. Vosges is located here and is easy to get to. Dammit! Don’t make me go there…
Bygbaby / January 17, 2008
Well, you know I do not like to tell all my business but, I am pursuing a BA with a concentration in HR. I have been doing HR work for years in addition to other things but HR is my calling. Well maybe!
The thing with he BFA is that I think it will help me break into the art world which is were I really want to be pursuing a real career in photography. I really need to talk to a counselor in the Fine Arts dept to see what a credit transfer will look like.
If I decide to stick with the BA, then I will mos def not lose any credits as I am in a Business transfer program (since forever).
I might have to order one of those bars! On the pic, I got you!!!
GC / January 17, 2008
thank the lawd somebody said it
Ofra gets on my nerves tooo!
anyway
that image up top is haunting
The Second Sixty-Eight / January 18, 2008
Congrats on the Auto Show thing!
Lola Gets / January 18, 2008
Ok, no you didnt say “bring back Video Soul.”
lol
My friends just bought a Prius “for the new baby” (shes pregnant). I rode in it once. Its a smooth ride. Id like my next car to be a hybrid, but I dont know how thatll work, cause I only buy used cars…oh well, we’ll see.
L
Naturally Sophia / January 18, 2008
I definitely want video soul, lol! Ofra? Wow she is a bit overexposed. I want a Smart Car sometime this year. Ridin the V8 has dented my pockets for too long.
Bygbaby / January 19, 2008
GC – LOL, Ofra is a love hate thing, but I have mad respect if that makes sense.
The Second Sixty-Eight – Thx & now that I have attended, I can totally say that it was so not all that!!!
Lola – You know you wanna se some video soul…
I sat in a Prius yesterday & thought it was very comfortable. My next step is to test drive.
Naturally Sophia – I have a v6 & that is killing & I drive alot, so I can imagine that you are really feeling it!
Bygbaby
brunsli / January 21, 2008
That is one creepy toy!
I am also car shopping and thinking about a hybrid. But I need to investigate the environmental impact of the batteries. And I also need to calculate how many years it takes to make up for the more expensive hybrid in gasoline. Good luck with your math too!
Bygbaby / January 21, 2008
Never considered the battery & that should be part of the process.
There were so many hybrids at the auto show but sadly many were concepts & years away from production. one of the most shocking hybrids was from a Korean company that got 150 mpg but it was not available. On the opposite end of the spectrum was a hybrid from Lexus that was 33k & only got 22/24 mpg. When I saw those figures I thought I was reading something wrong! I think they said, lets just put something together for the hell of it. I was so not impressed by that offering.
So what car(s) are you considering or looking at?
Bygbaby
Shanessence / January 27, 2008
We have a Prius & love it!