Subway etiquette affected by terrorism
Take a peek at this tongue in cheek article that appeared in the NY Press titled " Mumblers Beware ".
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Hair braid mess
Anyone who has ever passed through Harlem, no matter how briefly, can attest to the perils of walking along 125th with the slightest hint of nap in your kitchen. You are assulted by every African woman within two feet of you with the question...."Hair braid, miss? I give you good price." Ah, the sounds of summer in Harlem. Fortunately I have a braider who I have used for about least five years now. She is an excellent braider recommended by my model friend, Angela, and I ALWAYS get compliments on the braids that she does. She is probably the best braider in her little spot on 125th. She is professional, hardworking and courteous. She also gives me "good price". Over the years though her little spot has gone down the tubes. When I first went there it wasn't fancy but at least they kept it clean. Then the women started having babies like field mice and pretty soon I couldn't tell if the spot was a hair braiding shop or a day care. They have more kids running ...
...and how was your day?
Yesterday was pleasantly warm which was nice because I had a number of errands to run. First and foremost on my list was a visit to the dentist -- again. The last time I didn't get to see the dentist because I was a few minutes late for my appointment so I just got a cleaning. This time after a set of x-rays the dentist came in the room, stuck his fingers in my mouth and said, "you're not having any problems are you?" I said I was having a little sensitivity and he stated I needed to meet with the periodontist for a deep cleaning. Ugh! No tools, no instruments, no poking and prodding around, no ripping apart my gums. I'm not sure if I should trust him. As it turns out they have to get approval from the insurance company and that will take 4-6 weeks. In that period of time, I won't be covered under the same insurance (if any) so that was a moot point. I'll just have to be more diligent about my twice daily brushing , flossing and rinsing with Listerine . ...
Affirmative *edited*
The break in the weather was a welcomed relief. The hot, sticky weather we have been having has been taking it's toll. This morning the most delicious breeze blew in my bedroom window. That's more like it! In my email this morning I received the following message from someone I worked with a number of years ago on a show. She played Evilene in "The Wiz." I saw that she was a contestant on the show from watching one of the entertainment shows so tune in if you can. This chick is fabulous...she has done impressive things with her career thus far. You will recognize her (san hair) from major advertising campaigns on TV and in print. *click on the links for pictures* *****VCR & DVD ALERT!!!!***** Hey Friends! Please be sure to tune in and watch me and 9 other finalists from all over the United States compete for the title of Miss F.A.T. (Fabulous and Thick...don't get it twisted!) in the 1st EVER Reality/Beauty Competition called Mo'Nique's Fat Cha...
Sunny Side Up!
OMG, it was hot enough to fry an egg on the pavement today! Temps in the metro area were teetering and even surpassing the 100 degree mark. The city pools are supposed to stay open an hour later until 8 p.m. tonight to offer heat relief. I had to close my windows because hot air was blowing in from outside! Fortunately, severe thunderstorms are forecast and we should be able to get some relief from the heat. I'm not big on thunderstorms but if they promise to cool things off then bring them on!
Torn
You're torn between two very strong impulses. One side of you wants to shout your news to the world. The other can't stand the thought of letting a soul know even half of what's going on inside you. Until you find a way to bring those warring factions to a happy compromise internally, do what you can to ensure that the battle isn't obvious externally. In other words, keep your chin up and your mouth closed. 7/26/05