I gave myself the best Christmas gift I could have by not bringing you into the new year with me. You will stay in 2010, along with Antoine Dodson and the Rent Is Too Damn High guy.
I've deleted your number from my phone and all of your texts. Hopefully you forget where I live and stop showing up unannounced as you have in the past.
I may not prefer to be alone, but I most certainly am more content omitting you from my life.
I wish you good things in your ventures, your studies, and your career. More importantly, I hope you find the courage to finally become a man.
Arrivederci.
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Fernando Heria... you will be missed.
Fernando "Lancito Brazofuerte" Heria was a highschool friend. He was a sweet, funny, outspoken dude with a lot to offer the world. It's an absolute shame he's no longer with us. Ferny passed away early Monday morning in a tragic accident. Today would have been his 26th birthday.
He was an avid cyclist, and left an impact on many people. Here's a video of Ferny explaining how he got into the underground racing scene and how he developed as a cyclist and became one of south florida's champs.
Ferny... your time on this earth was far too brief. Your family and friends will never forget you.
He was an avid cyclist, and left an impact on many people. Here's a video of Ferny explaining how he got into the underground racing scene and how he developed as a cyclist and became one of south florida's champs.
Ferny... your time on this earth was far too brief. Your family and friends will never forget you.
Thursday, December 16, 2010
25 Funniest Protest Signs
Some of these are "meh" but there are several that made me LOL i.e. "relax! it just says Mcdonald's!"
http://twistedsifter.com/2010/12/25-funniest-protest-signs-of-2010/
Most of these signs were seen at the Rally to Restore Sanity organized and hosted by Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert. I actually really wanted to attend the rally and if I would've known I'd be laid off just a mere 4 days later, I wouldn't have hesitated in taking the trip up there. But alas, thus was my fate and in Miami I stayed. Hopefully they consider another rally next year. Not just to be a part of a rally calling for reasonable discussions rather than the trending severe partisanship we've been seeing lately, but also because it's been nearly 15 years since I've visited D.C. and I've been really eager to take another trip back. Hopefully I don't have to wait much longer.
Here's another site I found with more signs from the Rally. Enjoy. :)
http://www.buzzfeed.com/mjs538/the-100-best-signs-at-the-rally-to-restore-sanity
http://twistedsifter.com/2010/12/25-funniest-protest-signs-of-2010/
Most of these signs were seen at the Rally to Restore Sanity organized and hosted by Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert. I actually really wanted to attend the rally and if I would've known I'd be laid off just a mere 4 days later, I wouldn't have hesitated in taking the trip up there. But alas, thus was my fate and in Miami I stayed. Hopefully they consider another rally next year. Not just to be a part of a rally calling for reasonable discussions rather than the trending severe partisanship we've been seeing lately, but also because it's been nearly 15 years since I've visited D.C. and I've been really eager to take another trip back. Hopefully I don't have to wait much longer.
Here's another site I found with more signs from the Rally. Enjoy. :)
http://www.buzzfeed.com/mjs538/the-100-best-signs-at-the-rally-to-restore-sanity
Monday, November 29, 2010
Empty Pockets, Enriched Mind
Today I paid for my classes for next semester. Although my bank account now looks much bleaker, I'm excited to be returning to school. I'm unafraid... I've always had an affinity for learning. This afternoon I took the time to research my professors and am only concerned with one in particular whom has garnered a reputation for being an old and bitter grouch. Actually, I'm not so concerned... I just didn't want to approach this blind.
December is nearly upon us. I'm excited Winter is fast approaching. Usually Winter brings with it several surprises, and I don't mean Christmas gifts. I'm eager to find out what this season will be bringing me this year.
Tonight I leave you with a quote...
"Intellectual growth should commence at birth and cease only at death." - Albert Einstein
Remember that not everything relevant in life will be learned from a book. Keep your eyes open, continue to absorb all information and experiences, and never close yourself off from learning new things.
Sunday, November 28, 2010
Man v. Boy
Today he popped up at my house by surprise. I hate it when he does this. Unannounced... uninvited... and completely unaware of how much it irks me.
I looked like shit.
I had been cleaning all day. I was sweaty. My hair disheveled and dirty. No make up. Just a walking mess. And here was all 6 feet and 5 inches of him standing across from me at my doorstep, just elated to see me. He found it cute that I was self-conscious about it. This isn't about self-consciousness buddy, this is about being a woman. And unless I've been with you long enough to feel comfortable carrying my funk around you, there's no way in hell I'll allow you to come near me in moments like these. But he seemed completely nonchalant about it... he was just in his usual joyful silly mood and so I went with it.
But when will we finally arrive to some normalcy? And the more important question, do I really even want it anymore???
The more that time goes by, the less I honestly care. I've become bored. In fact, I became bored over a month ago. And the trust issues are so severe, that even if we were to pick up exactly where he says we will and he comes through with his promises, I don't think we'd last as a genuine couple. It's sort of sad, really. Under different circumstances, I believe we would've been good together. He loves to talk, I love to listen. We share the same love for travel, the same views on politics, religion, social issues, etc. We never run out of conversation and honestly enjoy each others company all of the time. Even when things get serious, we don't argue... we just talk. But the reality is that he and I will likely never be.
It's a shitty situation... mostly because my mom really likes him. And that woman never likes anyone.
Nevertheless, after realizing things between he and I were a perpetual shithole, I opened my eyes back up to the people around me. It didn't take long for me to meet someone new.
Yes. I met someone else.
He is very attractive, although those who know me well would likely be quick to claim that he's not my "type". I guess I would agree. But he's won me over with all of his other fantastic traits. Most importantly, he's 100% single. If anything, I'll at least come out of this with a great friend... but it's obvious both of us are at least curious about each other. The flirtation is constant and the last time we were together, we couldn't keep our hands off of each other... in a friendly manner of course. It's cute... and feels unforced. It may not be animalistic and impulsive like it was with the other, but this guy is a man. And I think it's time to deal with men rather than boys.
I looked like shit.
I had been cleaning all day. I was sweaty. My hair disheveled and dirty. No make up. Just a walking mess. And here was all 6 feet and 5 inches of him standing across from me at my doorstep, just elated to see me. He found it cute that I was self-conscious about it. This isn't about self-consciousness buddy, this is about being a woman. And unless I've been with you long enough to feel comfortable carrying my funk around you, there's no way in hell I'll allow you to come near me in moments like these. But he seemed completely nonchalant about it... he was just in his usual joyful silly mood and so I went with it.
But when will we finally arrive to some normalcy? And the more important question, do I really even want it anymore???
The more that time goes by, the less I honestly care. I've become bored. In fact, I became bored over a month ago. And the trust issues are so severe, that even if we were to pick up exactly where he says we will and he comes through with his promises, I don't think we'd last as a genuine couple. It's sort of sad, really. Under different circumstances, I believe we would've been good together. He loves to talk, I love to listen. We share the same love for travel, the same views on politics, religion, social issues, etc. We never run out of conversation and honestly enjoy each others company all of the time. Even when things get serious, we don't argue... we just talk. But the reality is that he and I will likely never be.
It's a shitty situation... mostly because my mom really likes him. And that woman never likes anyone.
Nevertheless, after realizing things between he and I were a perpetual shithole, I opened my eyes back up to the people around me. It didn't take long for me to meet someone new.
Yes. I met someone else.
He is very attractive, although those who know me well would likely be quick to claim that he's not my "type". I guess I would agree. But he's won me over with all of his other fantastic traits. Most importantly, he's 100% single. If anything, I'll at least come out of this with a great friend... but it's obvious both of us are at least curious about each other. The flirtation is constant and the last time we were together, we couldn't keep our hands off of each other... in a friendly manner of course. It's cute... and feels unforced. It may not be animalistic and impulsive like it was with the other, but this guy is a man. And I think it's time to deal with men rather than boys.
Monday, November 22, 2010
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Be Unafraid...
Laced Gumption is about being bold and tenacious, yet delicate and sensitive.
I have been known to be a bucket of contradictions throughout my life. I am blunt and audacious at times, yet have a tender fragile center that can be easily fractured if handled without care.
So this blog is about being fearless and fragile and everything in between. It's my sincere perspective on life's happenstances.
Most importantly, this is about building each other up and never compromising your character for anyone... you are the best and most perfect version of you, flawed and all. - Ailyn
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