Holiday Season

What's up world!!! I hope your Thanksgiving was great & full of love. We all know this day is recognized as a day of thanks. I implore you to make every day a day of thanks. Tomorrow is not promised to any of us so make the most of each day with every person who you're thankful for.

I'm just simply hoping, praying & believing for a wonderful holiday season. Not only is this a season of thanks, but one of giving as well. I challenge you to give to someone you've never done anything for. Or adopt a family this holiday season. Give to a charity or non-profit organization. I promise you that if you give like never before during this season you will reap huge rewards!!! Being a giver is very beneficial. You will never go without if you make giving a part of your lifestyle. Be cheerful. Keep smiling. Let's spread the wonderful gift of love. Trust me when I say this... Someone you cross paths with during this season will need the love, time or money you give. It's truly a good feeling to be able to help people. The joy it brings to a person's life is priceless.

Enjoy this holiday season. Give, give, give!!!! Love, love, love!!!!

Thanks for listening. Until next time...

BooG

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Happy Holidays!

What's up world!!! I'm going to keep this short... I just want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! Be thankful for what you have. There are a lot of people in this world who are without. You're blessed despite of what you may lack at this time. The fact that you are still living is enough to give thanks for. If you have family, you should be thankful. If you have kids, be thankful for that. If you're married, be thankful for the support you have. If you have friends, be thankful for them. Let those you love & care about know you're thankful being in their lives & having them in yours. So, I speak peace, joy, love, unity & liberty into your lives during this wonderful season.

I definitely have a lot to be thankful for. I personally thank you for reading my blog. I hope & pray that thru this blog I touch someones life. Because I'm being transformed each time I share my story with the world. My goal is to spread love, peace & unity and encourage you to be liberated. Get comfortable in your skin. Learn to love yourself & know what your value is. Find out what GOD's purpose is for you. We are not here on this earth for ourselves, we're here for others. Serve people. Share with people. Give to people. But, most importantly, LOVE people.

Thanks for listening.

BooG

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Recovery: Day 6 & 7

Whats up world... This will be my last "recovery" blog. I realized that there is nothing for me to recover from now. I'm at peace & content with how things are in my life. The momentum I have is an awesome thing & I'm moving forward. The last four years of my life have been full of lessons I had to learn from. There were plenty of ups & downs, but I'm grateful for everything that has transpired & I have no regrets. Regardless of what's to come, I'm facing it! No FEAR resides here. I've run from a lot of things in the past, but I'm no longer afraid. I'm willing & committed to dealing with each thing that I'm confronted with, even the things that may still reside on the inside but are unknown to me at this time. In order for me to be whole, I must be healthy physically, mentally, emotionally and ,most importantly, spiritually. This is something that I'm truly ready for at this stage in my life. I always hear the cliche "change doesn't happen over night"... Well, I beg to differ! CHANGE  is INSTANTANEOUS. True CHANGE happens quickly. When people say they're going thru the "process" of changing, it's really the "transformation" phase that has to happen before there is real change. I can say this because I've experienced it & I've seen it in others I know.

CHANGE is the byproduct of the TRANSFORMATION. I say this because I learned that transformation means to renovate (Greek translation). Renovation is a process. It denotes something is being built, which takes some time. Once the renovation is complete, CHANGE occurs. Most people are being transformed into to who they should be. It's a part of our evolution. This "process" brings about GROWTH, MATURITY & WISDOM. Appreciate the lessons that you've learned. See them as a means for REDIRECTION, RENEWAL, RESTORATION & REDEMPTION.

So, now, life truly is beginning... Follow me on this journey. I hope that something I shared has resonated on the inside of you. Remember: Stop saying it & start doing it. Let's GROW!!!!!

And to really cap this "recovery" blog off... My reason for stopping this blog series is simply this: If u truly want to be with a person... LISTEN TO YOUR HEART. You know you LOVE someone when even if you're separated by thousands of miles you still feel them in your HEART.

Thanks for listening...

BooG

Food For Thought * It's true that we don't know what we have til we've lost it... But it's also true that we don't know what we're missing til we FIND IT.

Peace.Unity.Love.Liberty.

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Recovery: Day 5

What's up world!!! Day 5 has passed... I considered it to be a good day. Got my "HawK" shaped up @ the barbershop then got a massage!!! Great way to start a weekend, huh??? So, I'm looking fresh & clean & feeling awesome! So, after grabbing something to eat I sit down & update a few of my social sites as usual. And watch one of my favorite movies, Coach Carter. Nothing major...

What's funny is that every time I get on facebook, twitter or any of my other sites, it just seems as if time flies by!!! I look up & the movie is about to end, I still needed to burn a hustle CD for one of the security officers at MGM & it's now time to make my way to Ignite... SMH. So, I burn the CD super quick & hop in the ride to get ready for what I was hoping would be a good night. Sometimes I get in a zone when I DJ & I usually know before I start... Tonight was one of those nights. And to my surprise we had a huge birthday party in Ignite & there was a domino effect like out of this world!!! People were everywhere!!!! I started at 9pm & by 10:30pm Ignite is really busy... I'm like WHOA!!!! Bet!!! Now I was even more motivated to tear da house down!!! Let's just say the fire in the glass walls weren't the only thing hot & blazing... LOL!

To sum it up, I had a very good night. And even had a few surprise guests... My homies DJ Whip & DJ CNS stopped thru, which was good. Love kicking it with those dudes. They're definitely good people. Plus, I get motivated when I'm around them. They're a good source of inspiration. Also, a few of my homegirls came out & kicked it with me. I appreciate it when my friends can make it out to my gigs... Feels good to see that. Nothing better than when the ones you love and/or care about have your back. LOVE IT!!!!

As you can see, Day 5 was cool. Let's just hope Day 6 is just as good or better... It's already starting to feel like one of those days. After talking with my best friend, it's apparent that what I've suspected for quite some time may be a reality (concerning my ex)... So, I really gotta dig deep & just follow my heart. I'm like so nervous... SMH. Never have been a nervous person for the most part. I guess due to the uncertainty, it has triggered this response. I think I'll be fine. Love truly can have you on an "emotional roller coaster"... I'm all buckled up though. No turning back now. The answer will be revealed soon enough. Stay tuned....

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BooG

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Recovery: Day 4

What's up world!!! Here's my recap from yesterday...

Not much happened. I rested from the workouts that kicked my butt the day before! LOL! So, basically I just rested to recuperate from Wednesday. In addition to that, I went to get the "HawK" touched up so I could be clean for the weekend. Doesn't sound like much, but I had follow-up emails & music to research as well. My days aren't always exciting. LOL! Boring... LOL!

I had my regular gig @ MGM inside Ignite Lounge. It's called the Ultimate Ballroom Experience. I must admit that this is the best gig I've had as a DJ. Being able to see people dance all night & enjoy themselves for real is such a good thing to see. And what's even crazier is that the floor is packed like all night!!! UNBELIEVABLE!!! It's actually surreal to me at times... But, real talk, I'm very grateful to have a gig like this. I even get to get out on the floor & dance a lil bit too! LOL! So much fun!!! LOVE IT!!!!!

So, lets see... Since the first day of this "recovery" blog, a few things have changed... First, I've decided that dating is not an option. It just doesn't make any sense at all since I still have feelings for my ex-girlfriend. Second, I decided that I wouldn't give up. I love her too much to just walk away without at least attempting to show her that I've changed for the better & I'm serious. Lastly, after a few conversations we had, she has expressed that she wants to see me & I'm really excited but nervous at the same time. I'm hoping that whatever time we spend together we truly express ourselves. It's still a chance she may still want to move on but I'm not in denial about it. I'm fully aware of what "could be". I've accepted it & willing to face everything. I'm hoping for the best because deep down in my heart I still believe she's the woman I will spend the rest of my life with. And I'm willing & committed to showing her the love she expects, wants, desires & deserves.

No more talking. Just action. Praying for the best. If it's GOD's will, then it will be. I believe.

Thanks for listening.

BooG

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Recovery: Day 3

What's up world! Day 3 was busy for the most part... My mind was occupied most of the day. So, having 2 workout sessions, updating my social sites, checking & responding to emails and lastly meeting with my manager, kept my attention. But I did talk to my ex on the phone tonight... It started with BBM (BlackBerry Messenger) messages & I was cool with that, but she wanted to talk (probably because she got tired of it LOL) on the phone. I hesitated at first. It's been a long time since we've talked on the phone. But I did alright though... It felt weird at first, but because of how her personality is I got comfortable real quick. Laughter does that for me... She's always been able to make me laugh. Basically we talked for about 35 minutes so it was a relief to get thru the phone call without getting emotional. LOL!

So, enough about that... LOL! My meeting was productive & I'm hoping that the momentum I have increases. Not trying to be slowed down. There are a few things I want to accomplish & I'm not letting anyone get in the way of that, be a distraction or waste my time. Time is too precious! With that being said, I believe that things will be fine. I trust my manager. And I'm trusting that my web designer & public relations specialist will exhibit excellence & exceed my expectations. Also, I hope to meet their expectations as well. It's definitely a two-way street!

Moving on....

I really got my butt kicked in my workout sessions today!!! My abs are killing me right now as I type... Breathing hurts... LOL! Just kidding! A little soreness is expected & comes with the territory. Especially after not working out at all in the last 5 years... I'm definitely being re-conditioned. My trainer is cool tho. He's not gonna let up which is a good thing. I need to be pushed! I'm not a quitter anyway, so I'm in for the long haul. Feel free to go on this journey with me. The more, the merrier!!! LOL!

My day is complete & I'm in rest mode now so check back to tomorrow to see my progress... I think I'll be alright. GOD got my back. GOD never lets me down. Stay tuned.... Thanks for listening.

BooG

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On A Mission

What's up world!!! This is my time to fulfill all my missions!!! The first being getting healthy!!! I'm ON A MISSION to lose 20 lbs by my birthday (12/21) and 50-60 lbs by May 1st, 2011. And I'm determined to reach these goals & hopefully exceed them! So, if you're reading this & you have a similar mission... Let's do it together!!! This is currently week 3 for me. I have workout sessions every Monday, Wednesday & Friday. At the present time, I've committed to doing 2 sessions each day. Then the next phase is to incorporate other activities such as basketball, skating, bowling & dancing. And the goal after that is to be working out & having an activity 6 days a week. Monday thru Saturday with Sunday being a complete rest day. Now some people might think that's too much or insane, but i don't because at one time in my life working out & playing basketball was all i did. Once i stopped (5 yrs ago) i began to put on weight due to inactivity & constantly eating! My eating habits never changed, just my activity level...

But I'm changing my eating habits as well as getting my butt back in shape!!! If you're looking for that jump start then i can refer you to my trainer (Mr. Charles Green) and he'll hook you up!! If you're already working out, but looking to turn up the "heat", then you can be helped as well. Holla at ya boy!!! I'm ON A MISSION. Want to join me??? LET'S GOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!

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BooG

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Recovery: Day 2

What's up world... It's Day 2 & not really sure how I feel today. I got an unexpected phone call from my ex & I froze up... I'm just not ready 2 hear her voice yet. I recognize that this is the hardest thing I've ever had to face emotionally. And that LOVE just doesn't dissipate or dissolve over night. It's so surreal to experience a LOVE that's truly unconditional from a person. It's also surreal to LOVE someone so much you'll put them before yourself & have a willingness to lay your life on the line for this person... GOD does that & sent JESUS to do it for us, but to actually meet someone who knows & understands what LOVE really is is UNBELIEVABLE. How many people do you know that's capable of this? Are you capable of this?

I'm so torn... Because in some ways, i just want to move on. What's the point in beating a dead horse??? But in some ways, i want to pursue & give everything I've got regardless... Does it really make sense to "show" someone if they don't want to be "shown" anything? Or do you "show" anyway hoping it "changes" things? I'm not a quitter & i don't like giving up, but is walking away really quitting or giving up? Or am I foolish for not walking away when she's already expressed she's moved on? Should I really believe she's moved on after all the time that's been invested? I'm just not sure what to do.... (SMH)

I've considered the possibility of dating again, but don't think that's going to make what I feel disappear... And I definitely don't want to end up in a situation where it seems like I'm "leading" someone on. I've already encountered that & it's not a good feeling. I actually went on a dinner "date" last night & I actually had a great time... She was able to put a smile on my face & had me laughing the whole date. It was so refreshing... Ironically, she just came out of a 4 year relationship as well. And the first thought that came to my head was, "is this a rebound situation?" I don't want to be a rebound nor do I want someone to feel like they're my rebound... Am I wrong for thinking that way? Was I wrong for going on the date? She's really a nice woman too, very respectable & classy. And the first impression is that she's really genuine. The only "warning sign" that popped up was when I found out her birthday is the exact same day as my mom! They have so many of the same characteristics, it's crazy!!! Now don't get me wrong I love my mom like crazy, but there are things about my mom (characteristic wise) that I couldn't deal with... But the verdict is still out. Guess I'll know more after date #2. Pray for me! (LOL)

Well thanks for listening... Check back tomorrow.

BooG

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DENY YOURSELF...

This is an email I received today & wanted to share with the world... Hope it blesses you.

God is saying: I take pleasure in people who deny themselves. Who let go of what they think they deserve according to the worlds standards that have been set up in their lives by their sinful nature. The Spirit wars against the flesh which is the sinful nature and the sinful nature wars against the Spirit. How do you come into play? You are the one picking sides. I said in My Word,"Choose this day whom you shall serve." Even though you have been released by My Spirit to serve Me, you still have to make the choice to do so.

Adam and Eve never fought against themselves; Adam did not fight Adam, and Eve did not fight Eve. And so it is with you. You are not fighting you. You are not wrestling you. As it was with Adam and Eve so it is with you. You are picking all the time everyday from moment to moment who you will serve. The example is Adam and Eve and Eve was tempted by Satan, and Eve did not tempt Eve; CLEARLY Satan was there and Eve was involved as a middle man to pick whom she would serve. Who she would obey. She had to choose whose side she was going to be on. So it is with you. You are the middleman and you are always being presented 2 sides to everything that your involved in and Satan is saying one thing and God is saying just the opposite and you, YOU HAVE TO DECIDE. YOU ARE ONLY A DECISION MAKER.

There is no third dimension of man where man has wisdom or ability on his own. He chooses what has been offered him. The flesh area which again is the sinful nature which is controlled by the kingdom of darkness; that is man without God's wisdom, Satan offers that to you. The human dimension of man is wisdom that is not from God. So, it is Satan's wisdom. There is not God's wisdom and Satan's wisdom and man's wisdom. Man's wisdom is Satan's wisdom. There is and has only been 2 kingdoms, the Kingdom of Light and the Kingdom of Darkness. These 2 have been at war for you and you are what they have been warring for. When you don't pick God's wisdom or His fruit then you have chosen Satan and are displaying his fruit whether it be anger, frustration, lack of patience, lust, roaming eyes, revenge; you know what the sins are and those are demons who you are displaying at that time when you are acting contrary to God just like Jesus told the Pharisees you are acting like your father the devil.

It is important for you to understand that you are operating in only one of two realms at any given time. Light or dark. So your fruit is either going to be good or bad, light or dark and that goes for your actions and for your thought life. Once you get the grasp of this you will see how the enemy has been playing you. You have not been fighting you. The enemy has been fighting you with depression and anger and bad mindsets or lust and perversion or whatever for a long time. That is right you, have been under attack for most of your life and you have been thinking that, that is just the way you are, that everybody is different and that is how God made you. WRONG, WRONG, WRONG!!! God didn't make you angry, that is a stronghold you have probably been fighting for most of your life. God didn't make you highly sexed, that is a spirit of lust that has been bothering and harassing you and probably using you to harass other people to get its' own way.

These are mindsets, that turn into strongholds that you have incorporated into your life and when you can finally see that you have been under attack, used by the enemy, you can then fight them off. If you don't know who the enemy is how can you fight him successfully? Now that you are learning him and how he operates and that he has been using you, with that kind of understanding you can fight him and not accept him and you can throw him down like he has been doing to you. The more that you can identify the enemy the more of an upper hand you will have in this war we are engaged in. If he can't hide from you because you can distinguish him, you can rebuke him and cast down his thoughts and take him down. You will clearly have the upper hand being that you have the Name of Jesus and you can use his Name to fight off those unwarranted attacks.

Teaching & Prophecy - Courtesy of John Diatto

BooG

Recovery: Day 1

Whats up world... I've decided to start a daily blog series. The reason I've named it Recovery because i just came out of a 4 year relationship & unfortunately it's officially over. My former girlfriend has moved on & I'm now in, what i call, a "recovery" period. I believe i mentioned this relationship in a few of my prior posts & it's been an emotional roller coaster. I'm actually still in love with her & even though being friends is an option, it's not a role I'm currently ready to fill. So, I'm going to take things day-by-day til I've completely healed.

I kind of knew this day would come. I was just hoping the outcome would be different. I had truly believed that this woman was going to be my wife. But what I've learned is that if you're not a good steward over what GOD has given you, GOD will take it away. There were opportunities to get it right, but because of fear, guilt, shame & a complete lack of confidence i DROPPED the ball. So, I'm experiencing the REAPING of what i SOWED. Overall, there was a lack of maturity & responsibility on my part.

I know that some people would not even be able to admit their wrongs, faults or weaknesses. But FEAR no longer dwells here. I'm willing to take the lumps to get to where i need to be. Looking back reflectively on the relationship, i now believe & know everything that happened was for our growth individually. And it was meant to catapult us to the next level or phase of our lives. Separating from someone you love is really hard to do, but doable. This is the first day on my road to a new chapter in my life.

My goal is to be the best man i can be. A better son. A better brother. A better friend.
REFRESHED.RENEWED.RESTORED.

Thanks for listening.

BooG

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