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Archive for the ‘Family’ Category

My Niece Is Not Related to MJ —

After my four post day yesterday, there came the thought that I would give a full introspective essay on what “The King of Pop” meant to me in life and, now, in death. (Aside: You can thank Elizabeth Taylor for his title.) But all I’ve heard, from the moment the news broke, is everyone talking […]

Checking In —

I know I should be better about updating my blog, but, like I know I should be better about a myriad of things in my life, I haven’t been. So, a synopsis of the latest. My brother graduated from college recently. It was an interesting experience for many reasons. 1- He attended the same college […]

My Uncle Tony —

Just trying to write this post makes the tears come. I have this uncle. He has been a part of my life since I was born, but unfortunately not in the best ways. His crippled gate, splotched skin, huge afro, and constant chatter about religion makes him seem more like a cartoon character than actual […]