Thanks so much for my mic Hosea! Blessings and much respect to you.

How are you my brother? Just stopped by to show you some love.

though it was hard to muddle through the video - from the title on - I thought it was very poignant at least in this instance - they pointed out that Kanye West stood up and said what everyone was thinking after Katrino - Bush doesn't like black people - then the video asked where were all the gangsta rappers and why they didn't stand up too

I removed the vedio tonight out of the respect to you Mr. Hosea. As I stated, you raised valid counter points as a elder statesmen within our community. I hope their no hard feelings. I appreciate your friendship greatly on LP.

Love your picture! Thank you for your comment on Leimert Park video. I have great memories as well... a gem!

Hosea, the 'home' in the picture is the old Busby Berkley mansion which is now the Peace Awareness Labyrinth & Garden. Open to the public by appointment for tours with a peace labyrinth, reflection ponds and meditation gardens. I was there last week and it's breathtaking.

Thank you for your comment!

That's the plan - I want to get residents and students involved in covering their community. I've applied for a grant to do just that, but the geographic boundaries don't include Leimert Park. But if I can show I works, it would pave the way to expand the program. Until then any digital cameras, computers, video equipment, old, used or new donated would be put to good use by creating citizen journalists in Leimert Park.

Thank you for stopping by my page. Would like to invite you to be a part of what we are doing. Blessings to you and yours.

Thanks Hosea - I'm still learning the ins and outs. Plus it's really just a digital camera - the video camera part is just an add on. Soon maybe I'll get a real video camera - they're pretty cheap now.

I've been told that Sept. the 30 has been designated "Barack Blue Day". Wear blue and inform 2 people your reasons why you will be voting for Obama. This election is not one of "normal circumstances". Thank you for you candid reply.

Good for you for staying on top of your health status. Please share the link to my show with others you know who may not be as timely in their self-care.

I will undoubtedly be casting my vote on November 4th. Under normal circumstances I would not publicly discuss the specifics of my personal politics --- but like many others I am deeply moved by Barack Obama and the hope he represents. As such, his organizational badges can be found in my profile on numerous social networks. That being said, my answer to your question is yes.

Hosea, please take a moment to listen to my BlogTalkRadio segment about Black Men & Prostate Cancer. It's a candid discussion with real Black men about this deadly disease. The information is excellent and may save someone's life. Don't forget to leave your comments. To listen go to: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/yourcoffee.

~Rhonda
www.wellnessuprising.com
www.blogtalkradio.com/yourcoffeelady

Hosea - thanks for the kind words and I know what you mean about speaking for the people - I'll leave that up to the people. I run into Harold all the time - he's a great guy and I'll send him your regards.
Great thing about the internet you can still keep in touch with your roots - so keep checking in. And since you live in of the the great American cities that we should visit - if you visit (or open) a club or restaurant or area that the LP crowd would be interested in - you should post your thoughts here. Good luck in St. Louis.

Thanks for the add. While I haven't been to World Stage in a while. I must drop in. Thanks for the add. May your soul find satisfaction soon in the form of a return to L.A. :)

Be well.

Rhonda

http://theoasis.pingg.com/billionairesgirl

Update For August 3, 2008

12pm-6pm - Spa Retreat (Women Only)
We are all meeting up & hopping into a luxury limousine where will be taken to a gorgeous spa oasis. Relax, exfoliate & dream a little... Drink refreshing water & let all your worries melt a way. I am due for a lil pampering and I am quite sure a few of you need this retreat as well. This is the perfect beginning for a perfect day. Space is limited so please rsvp for this chapter ASAP. Pricing For This Is $225 which includes spa retreat, dinner, dessert & limousine ride...

6pm-8pm Networking, Drinks & Dinner (Women & Men)
(There will also be a dj & a special surprise)
Ambience is EVERYTHING! We have selected the perfect location to network, converse & meet the most incredible entrepreneurs in Los Angeles. It will be a truly unique event at a truly unique place... I promise you are guaranteed to have a FABULOUS TIME.... Eat, Drink & BE MERRY!!!
Pricing $40.00

Dress is UPSCALE, Absolutely NO JEANS!!!

There will be a photographer & publicist on-site.

Tickets must be purchased before. They can either be purchased online / in-person. Deadline is Sunday @ 8am.

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