Triple Entendre

"Oooowwwww... H**es turn their heads like owls. I'm the man of the hour." -- Jay-Z

I really love college. I feel like there is nothing I can't do right now. The fast life is crazy but I've still got my foot on the pedal. Last night was bananas but last night was the beginning of the end. At the end of this academic year, I will be alumni so I had to have one last big beginning. I really walked into the club feeling like Mitch from Paid in Full. If tomorrow doesn't come, I know I had a great relationship w/ my Lord, I was a good brother and son, I invested my heart in the real, and I treated people right. I love my life and I will keep living it until the wheels fall off.

Side note: Many thanks to everyone who supported the Playboi Pi Zeta chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated at Epic last night. You all made the night a win.

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Litera scripta manet. - Unknown

I Get Up

I aint trynna survive
Im trynna throw my momma in rides
Imma provide for my seed I'm the soil
--J. Cole

I haven't written in a while but I'm writing today. I really just want to update everyone on my blessings. I'm 21 hours from graduating. Crazy, right?! You really have no idea where I'm coming from but to give you an idea, I've been without a home address, not known where I was going to stay at night, lost my great grandma to age, lost my cousin to gang violence, lost friends to death and to life, began relationships, ended relationships, lost love, found love, questioned God, found spirituality, gave my blood, sweat, and tears for 6 brothers, lost my scholarships, regained them, and everything else all within these 4 years. The fact that I even made it to college is a blessing because so many of the cats I grew up with are still at home, dead, or in jail (no disrespect. Still got nothing but love). So, nope, I'm not getting out on time, but I am so thankful that I'm getting out. My father and his father went to college and never made it out. I am going to walk across that stage with my head held high because I will not be another statistic. I really am so ready to make this world better. And I'm going to do just that. Thanks to all you who have ever supported me and those of you who continue to support me. I love life.

Litera scripta manet. - Unknown

Don't Call Me King Leonidas

The closer I get to next Saturday, the more ready I am to move back to Greensboro. I have been ready to start this year for sooooooooooooo long. Even though I will have an extra semester (not planned for), this is my last full year of school! I am so thankful that God brought me this far. This generation is going to be the first on my father mother's side to graduate from college. I am only preceded as the first male to graduate only by my older cousin Sean. On my mom's side I will be the first male to graduate ever. (I am not including anyone outside of uncles, aunts, first cousins in these "facts").
Anyway, in preparation for this year, I have been working on my mind, body, and soul. I hope to go back to school focused, with a plan, but also with an open mind and a strong, yet flexible schedule. I really want to work hard, enjoy this year, and make the most out of everyday. I'm going to go see every movie I want to see this year. I'm not going to party too much, but when I do go out, I'm going to have a great time (Plug - ****BLACK PEARL***** HOSTED BY THE PLAYBOI PI ZETA CHAPTER OF AΦA AND THE LADIES OF PEARLFECTION ******THURSDAY AUGUST 27TH******** @ BENTLY'S...FREE SHUTTLE RIDES TO AND FROM THE CLUB....THE OFFICIAL BACK TO SCHOOL PARTY...................06-08-OH YEAH!!). I am going to hang out with my fraternity brothers, regardless of chapter, and go on road trips. I'm going to have out of town bruhs sleeping on my couch when they come through Greensboro because that is the true meaning of fraternity. I am going to pull at least a 3.5 GPA because I'm in college to get an education. I am going to read the Bible every day. I am going to get bigger and stronger. I am going to serve the community. BBSA will be the premiere general body organization (not black organization but organization period) on the campus of UNCG. The Pi Zeta chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity will hold up the light for the campus to see. It will be a great year because life is too short not to enjoy it.
When I look back over the past 3 years, I must say that I am fortunate to have had the opportunities I have had. God has given me opportunities that many people could only dream of. Though true friends are few and far between, the ones that I really can count on have been rocks to me. Life is a blessing and I really want to take all of it's lessons and let this year be an unforgettable one. So if you're hating, hate on. But if you're with me, let's make moves this year. Let's make the University of North Carolina at Greensboro the most dynamic school in the The University of North Carolina system. Regardless of what organization(s) you might be in, let the UNCG chapter of that organization be the strongest in the state and the nation. Let's let the light of our school shine bright and, with or without a football team or a Tarheel-talented basketball roster, let's make our school everyone's first choice.


Litera scripta manet. - Unknown

Welcome to the Good Life

I love being a young man in college. It is such a good feeling to know that, right now I have no real responsibilities outside of myself. I am financially self-sufficient. Life might not be perfect, but I know how to have fun. I take good care of my body, I go out with friends occasionally, and I take time everyday to better myself spiritually and intellectually. I can go take a walk when I want to. I can go on dates when I feel like it. I am living the good life.

When I get out of college, I won't have the opportunity to take an extended summer vacation where I can just work on myself. I won't be able to go to class for 3 or 4 hours a day and and then choose what I do for the rest of the day. Waking up and starting my day at 10 am will never be an option.

This time in life is so fun. So don't take it too seriously. Realize that it is important to set yourself up for success but also know that life will happen the way it's supposed to and right now, all you really have to do is live.

Disclaimer - This post is strictly directed at those working toward a bachelor's degree. If you have graduated, are not a full time student, have children, or aren't in school, you don't have the luxury of enjoying things as much so please don't think that your day should begin at 10. You should be up 7 so you can be at a job interview by 8. Still use free time to better yourself but responsibilities come first.


Litera scripta manet. - Unknown