Disgusting....

So I am kind of saddened by the events that have occurred this past week....This week has been a very disheartening one for me to say the list, and there is alot of anger and frustration going on around me. The other day, some individuals thought it would be really funny to cover the yard and entrance to the Black Culture Center at my school with cotton balls....Really? Why, why, why.....Apparently, they thought it would be clever to make a subtle reference to slavery and cotton picking. Ha ha. What's even worse than the event itself, is the lack of support I am feeling from alot of the community here on campus. I have heard alot of, "It's not that big of a deal," and "Its just cotton balls....what if it was q-tips? Would you still be pissed?"

The insensitivity is almost vomit-worthy....

Earlier this week, I heard about the "Compton Cookout" themed party thrown by UCSD complete with a lists of what the guys and girls should wear, and how they should act. Not to mention the food items to be provided, complete with fried chicken, watermelon, and "purple drank". Think I am joking? I wish I was....here is the actual invitation:

"February marks a very important month in American society. No, i'm not referring to Valentines day or Presidents day. I'm talking about Black History month. As a time to celebrate and in hopes of showing respect, the Regents community cordially invites you to its very first Compton Cookout.

For guys: I expect all males to be rockin Jersey's, stuntin' up in ya White T (XXXL smallest size acceptable), anything FUBU, Ecko, Rockawear, High/low top Jordans or Dunks, Chains, Jorts, stunner shades, 59 50 hats, Tats, etc.

For girls: For those of you who are unfamiliar with ghetto chicks-Ghetto chicks usually have gold teeth, start fights and drama, and wear cheap clothes - they consider Baby Phat to be high class and expensive couture. They also have short, nappy hair, and usually wear cheap weave, usually in bad colors, such as purple or bright red. They look and act similar to Shenaynay, and speak very loudly, while rolling their neck, and waving their finger in your face. Ghetto chicks have a very limited vocabulary, and attempt to make up for it, by forming new words, such as "constipulated", or simply cursing persistently, or using other types of vulgarities, and making noises, such as "hmmg!", or smacking their lips, and making other angry noises,grunts, and faces. The objective is for all you lovely ladies to look, act, and essentially take on these "respectable" qualities throughout the day.

Several of the regents condos will be teaming up to house this monstrosity, so travel house to house and experience the various elements of life in the ghetto.

We will be serving 40's, Kegs of Natty, dat Purple Drank- which consists of sugar, water, and the color purple , chicken, coolade, and of course Watermelon. So come one and come all, make ya self before we break ya self, keep strapped, get yo shine on, and join us for a day party to be remembered- or not. "

Two days later, after drama had unfolded on campus, a journalism student on the student-run radio station said the protesters were "just a bunch of ungrateful n******".

In Kansas City, a serial rapist has been discovered in Waldo, and the composite sketch of the suspect could pretty much match hundreds of black men in the KC area. The man has been described as "6 foot, 225 pounds, bald head or a close cut". Wow, are you serious? Apparently, the police station has received over 500 different "tips" of men matching this description. Waldo men have dubbed themselves "bounty hunters" in search of the rapist, and a few have even chased innocent black men whom they believe is the criminal. Its' racial profiling to a whole other level......Here is a blog to read on it....

http://www.tonyskansascity.com/2010/01/blatant-racism-marks-kansas-citys-hunt.html

I have read comments on the internet concerning many articles, blogs, etc, and am repulsed by what I am seeing.

Racism is far from dead. It's not even sick. It's just changed its coat.

My Long-awaited Return to the blog world...

Oh my goodness it has been a while since I have blogged!! I have missed it! Soooooo this week has most certainly been an interesting one, but there is no surprise there! I am, however, slightly disappointed that I will be spending Valentine's day alone. :( I know, I know, who hasn't heard the whole "boo-hoo I'm alone on V-day" sob story from single buddies the week leading up to the infamous lovers holiday....WELLLLL give me my moment, OK? And for clarification, I am not single, just in a long-distance relationship, which makes my v-day loneliness even more depressing....But I at least have someone who loves me, so I am thankful! Mk, so things in the news: the new SI cover model was picked the other day. (Not that I care) Oh, and there have been "blizzard-like" conditions over most of the east coast the past few days....(Also very boring news)....Basically, the deal is, I have nothing very exciting to say, as I lead a very boring life. BUT if something comes up, I will be back!

Question of the day: Should children who have committed heinous crimes be tried as adults?

Blehhhh....

So I have definitely had one of those BLEH weekends. You know, the ones where you are so bored you ACTUALLY wouldn't mind organizing and cleaning? And I am actually tired of watching movies and worthless television....quite odd! But at the same time, with the current news this week, I had to think about how lucky I am to have a warm, safe, place to sleep and food to eat throughout my boredom. The past week I have been reading and hearing about the terrible tragedy in Haiti, and the struggle for all of the aids workers to provide the citizens with food, water, clothing, and a safe place to sleep. Its like hurricane Katrina all over again. (Aside from the fact that this time the U.S. government response was immediate, and not delayed by 3 or four freaking days!!) Its so sad that so many lives are lost, and so many people are still trapped under concrete, wood, and other debris, and may never be found. Why does it take a disaster for people of this world to notice the poverty and destitute living of others?? People are acting surprised by the conditions of Haiti....Just wondering, where have you guys been the last 50 years????

This and more has been frustrating me this week. This week has been....dramatic, irritating, frustrating, and trivial. Thousands of people are dying and we are worried about drama? We should really grow up and get a grip. Myself included. Right now, I am thankful for being alive!

Michael Cera.....

So I just saw Youth in Revolt with one of my girlfriends tonight.....And I have decided its official: Michael Cera can only play one character. It seems, that after his stunning debut on Superbad, movies like Juno, Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist, and now Youth and Revolt have legitimately created a character just for him. And frankly, although his odd, dry, witty humor can be quite captivating, its frankly getting old. I thought acting was about playing different roles, and doing so really well? Apparently, I am mistaken. At any rate, that was my vent for the evening.

I. AM. A huge geek.....

Is it strange that I listened to a phone commercial, loved the song, proceeded to search for and download it, and am currently rocking out to it right now?? Maybe. ORRR it could be sheer genius. Check out Sleepyhead by Passion Pit on YOUTUBE! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zherMkcXdo#watch-main-area

Frugal? Or kinda cheap?

Ok, so if you are in the mood for a visit to the movie theatre these days, you're fixin' to drop at least 15 bucks on the ticket, popcorn and a drink for a primetime flix. So, since I think its highway robbery how much theatres charge for snacks, I have employed a large purse for each of my movie-going trips....I stock it full of drinks, and candy for whoever is seeing a movie with me, and have no shame. After all, I did just spend $9.50 to watch a mediocre movie...But last week at a movie with my man, I discovered the grandaddy of all money-pinching for movie theatre trips. Re-using old popcorn bags. You see, if you buy popcorn once in a re-fillable popcorn bag, eat it, empty the leftovers, then you should fold that bag right up and take it with you! SOOO you can bring your old bag back each time you want that clog-your-arteries buttery snack....When I told family members my GENIUS discovery, I was chastized and told how tacky it was....so what do you think? Good way to save a few on the timeless dinner and a movie date? Or ridiculously tacky and cheaptastic??