What's world...
It's a new day. I'm thankful that GOD has allowed me to see another year of life!! I celebrated my 33rd birthday yesterday!!! I received so much love yesterday I became overwhelmed!!! I literally was brought to tears!!! As I've gotten older, the need or desire for material things has waned... Those things don't excite me when it comes to my birthday. The most important thing anyone can do is share their time with me. Or hearing words of appreciation & love. That means more to me than any physical gift someone could give.
If you haven't realized it yet, TIME is our most VALUABLE asset. I now make it a point to spend time with those I love. Regardless of the setting, your presence can be the greatest thing you can offer. Well, speaking for me, it's important.
I was serenaded yesterday. I received tons of messages. I accepted all the hugs I could. It was a day that was full of love & I'm grateful for it.
If you were someone who were a part of my birthday celebrations, I APPRECIATE YOU. Thank you for being in my life & sharing love.
BooG
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Thursday, December 22, 2011
Friday, December 16, 2011
Unity
What's world...
Just thought I'd share a brief experience I had recently...
I got to sit in a round table type session with some of my brothers (not related) & got to hear their perspectives of who GOD is to them. What caught my attention the most was the willingness each one had to share where they were & acknowledging what they needed to improve on. No one in this circle put on facades or let pride get in the way of being open and for men, I believe that a big thing.
I personally don't think enough men get together & share unless it's over sports, video games & hitting the club... I think there needs to be more bonding & it'll help us hold each other accountable for what we do. And we should be encouraging, uplifting & loving on each other. None of us are perfect but yearn to be better men. Each person has made a choice to do what's necessary to be better. They've realized that focusing on GOD's purpose is the most important thing.
We're not created for ourselves. We're here for others. Touching, changing & impacting lives is our purpose. It's time to step up & be the leaders we were created to be. We all have gifts. We all have a calling. Seek GOD for direction. The more we come together & truly recognize that there is strength in numbers, we'll start to see things around us change. And this is not just for the men that may read this, but for women too.
There are so many people void of love. Let's start to focus on operating in the spirit of love. We can't judge people based on their cover. It's vital that we tap into the spirit & discern where people are on the inside. Souls need to be saved. Hearts need to be healed. Minds need to be renewed. These things can happen if our focus is right & we come together.
WE NEED UNITY TO BUILD A COMMUNITY.
That's all I had to share today. Thanks for listening. Feel free to share or leave comments.
BooG
Just thought I'd share a brief experience I had recently...
I got to sit in a round table type session with some of my brothers (not related) & got to hear their perspectives of who GOD is to them. What caught my attention the most was the willingness each one had to share where they were & acknowledging what they needed to improve on. No one in this circle put on facades or let pride get in the way of being open and for men, I believe that a big thing.
I personally don't think enough men get together & share unless it's over sports, video games & hitting the club... I think there needs to be more bonding & it'll help us hold each other accountable for what we do. And we should be encouraging, uplifting & loving on each other. None of us are perfect but yearn to be better men. Each person has made a choice to do what's necessary to be better. They've realized that focusing on GOD's purpose is the most important thing.
We're not created for ourselves. We're here for others. Touching, changing & impacting lives is our purpose. It's time to step up & be the leaders we were created to be. We all have gifts. We all have a calling. Seek GOD for direction. The more we come together & truly recognize that there is strength in numbers, we'll start to see things around us change. And this is not just for the men that may read this, but for women too.
There are so many people void of love. Let's start to focus on operating in the spirit of love. We can't judge people based on their cover. It's vital that we tap into the spirit & discern where people are on the inside. Souls need to be saved. Hearts need to be healed. Minds need to be renewed. These things can happen if our focus is right & we come together.
WE NEED UNITY TO BUILD A COMMUNITY.
That's all I had to share today. Thanks for listening. Feel free to share or leave comments.
BooG
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
A Random Thought Process
Hey world...
It's been awhile since my last blog... Life has a way of becoming a distraction when you let it. I definitely have allowed situations & people cause me to lose my focus. The good thing is that your focus can be adjusted. There is always an opportunity to correct what we've done wrong. So basically I've gotten back to the basics on a lot of things... I've even lost some people along the way. I understand that all the hell I've been thru will make me a better man, friend, brother, son & leader.
I made a lot of mistakes this year, none of which I can take back. But I have learned from them & know what to do if the situation arises again. That's the point, right? To learn from errors?? We either learn via another person, thru seeking for ourselves OR our experiences. I'll be learning every day of my life & grateful for the lessons regardless of what the source is. AND I make it a point to accept the good & bad as well as taking the blame for MY decisions.
This year alone I found out who really has my back & who doesn't. I realize that I'm still totally comfortable in my skin regardless of what has happened. I've dealt with each situation that I needed to & have no regrets. I've even put aside my pride more... I'm very stubborn & I needed to be in some uncomfortable situations to lay down that pride. We all need help sometimes & we have to take chances on trusting people. Getting thru my trust issues is my biggest obstacle. And it adds to the complexity that makes up who I am....
I remember even as a child that I was always misunderstood... My way of conveying my feelings are probably annoying or irritating to most I come in contact with. My nonchalant demeanor can rub people the wrong way at times as well as my straight forwardness. I don't apologize for it though. It's who I am... Flaws & all. My intentions are never bad & I truly come from a place of love. The one thing people can say is that I'm consistent. I'm the same way with EVERYONE. I'm so far removed from lying to people to spare feelings or to stay on their good side... I tell the truth in EVERY situation. If your feelings are hurt from me telling the truth, I'm TOTALLY fine with that. I'd rather you be upset temporarily & still have your trust & respect.
If I offend you, it's probably because you needed to be... Truth always hurts. I hear people always saying they want the truth regardless but sometimes they just be lying to themselves. They really want to hear what they want to hear... They want the Mr. Niceguy... They want their ego stroked... I'm not that dude. Once you get into the habit of trying to impress everyone & be liked by all, you will become miserable. Being respected is more important than being liked.
If you didn't get the gist of the last couple paragraphs, I'm basically saying I don't care about being liked. I'm going to be me. Get it?? I think you do. LOL. My purpose in life isn't to befriend everyone. It's to love EVERYONE & show all of you there's liberty in being yourself. You do not have to compromise who you are to succeed & make a difference in people's lives. Get COMFORTABLE in your skin. Be unique. Live free. No limits.
Peace be unto you good people. Talk to you soon.
BooG
Follow me online @ http://twitter.com/boogsworld & http://www.facebook.com/djlboog
It's been awhile since my last blog... Life has a way of becoming a distraction when you let it. I definitely have allowed situations & people cause me to lose my focus. The good thing is that your focus can be adjusted. There is always an opportunity to correct what we've done wrong. So basically I've gotten back to the basics on a lot of things... I've even lost some people along the way. I understand that all the hell I've been thru will make me a better man, friend, brother, son & leader.
I made a lot of mistakes this year, none of which I can take back. But I have learned from them & know what to do if the situation arises again. That's the point, right? To learn from errors?? We either learn via another person, thru seeking for ourselves OR our experiences. I'll be learning every day of my life & grateful for the lessons regardless of what the source is. AND I make it a point to accept the good & bad as well as taking the blame for MY decisions.
This year alone I found out who really has my back & who doesn't. I realize that I'm still totally comfortable in my skin regardless of what has happened. I've dealt with each situation that I needed to & have no regrets. I've even put aside my pride more... I'm very stubborn & I needed to be in some uncomfortable situations to lay down that pride. We all need help sometimes & we have to take chances on trusting people. Getting thru my trust issues is my biggest obstacle. And it adds to the complexity that makes up who I am....
I remember even as a child that I was always misunderstood... My way of conveying my feelings are probably annoying or irritating to most I come in contact with. My nonchalant demeanor can rub people the wrong way at times as well as my straight forwardness. I don't apologize for it though. It's who I am... Flaws & all. My intentions are never bad & I truly come from a place of love. The one thing people can say is that I'm consistent. I'm the same way with EVERYONE. I'm so far removed from lying to people to spare feelings or to stay on their good side... I tell the truth in EVERY situation. If your feelings are hurt from me telling the truth, I'm TOTALLY fine with that. I'd rather you be upset temporarily & still have your trust & respect.
If I offend you, it's probably because you needed to be... Truth always hurts. I hear people always saying they want the truth regardless but sometimes they just be lying to themselves. They really want to hear what they want to hear... They want the Mr. Niceguy... They want their ego stroked... I'm not that dude. Once you get into the habit of trying to impress everyone & be liked by all, you will become miserable. Being respected is more important than being liked.
If you didn't get the gist of the last couple paragraphs, I'm basically saying I don't care about being liked. I'm going to be me. Get it?? I think you do. LOL. My purpose in life isn't to befriend everyone. It's to love EVERYONE & show all of you there's liberty in being yourself. You do not have to compromise who you are to succeed & make a difference in people's lives. Get COMFORTABLE in your skin. Be unique. Live free. No limits.
Peace be unto you good people. Talk to you soon.
BooG
Follow me online @ http://twitter.com/boogsworld & http://www.facebook.com/djlboog
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