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There's always something to smile about .

"I believe in pink. I believe that laughing is the best calorie burner. I believe in kissing, kissing a lot. I believe in being strong when everything seems to be going wrong. I believe that happy girls are the prettiest girls. I believe that tomorrow is another day and I believe in miracles."
— Audrey Hepburn

January 1st, 2011 - January 1st 2012

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  • box braids.
  • Brotha Mike's mixing swag on my Shikaakwa piece.
  • sweet bread.
  • how smooth my voice sounds on audio recordings.
  • shooting with Katarina.
  • heartache lessened.
  • showers to clear my head.
  • allowing myself to feel.
  • Shug Avery's idea of God.
  • finishing.
  • Mama's always flattering praise on my poetry.
  • reassurance from my mama-in-law.
  • lovely things.
  • Twin's advice on my relationship debacle with Baby.
  • finally hearing something from him after a weekend of silent treatment.
  • nikon cameras.
oct 10 2011 ∞
oct 23 2011 +
  • Monkey Island !
    • climbing & crawling around on the jungle gym.
    • bouncing in the jumpers.
    • Nick's flips.
    • "Adrenaline Rush" !
    • sliding down the big yellow slide on my back.
    • "Stop talking to me! I (stomp) DON'T (stomp) KNOW (stomp) YOU!"
  • Bacci's cheese pizza.
  • lemonade.
  • ritz crackers and nutella.
  • the kids like Josh.
  • Keldon's fear of tunnels.
  • Kahrmelo Kelley Weaver.
  • Skit #1 - Kanye West, Late Registration (2005)
  • reminiscing with Akila, Mama, and Alfie.
  • Mama's rock-collecting hobby. smh.
  • Sean Lewellen <3
jan 9 2011 ∞
oct 23 2011 +
  • (initially) good hair day.
  • my cute, hot pink houseboots.
  • learned how to tweeze my eyebrows.
    • & did it quite well (:
  • lunch in Ms. T's room with Leche.
  • 5th period sculpture.
  • Devin's invite to come watch him during wrestling practice.
  • Vonte's haircut.
  • my 3 pretty rings, pearl bracelets, and barbie pink nailpolish.
  • cutie on the bus wished me a good day at school.
  • Disney & Pixar's A Bug's Life.
  • good makeup day.
  • Division bus pulled up as soon as I got off Pulaski.
    • "hit a lick" (:
  • "Was she just speaking French?" - Abraham...
jan 5 2011 ∞
oct 23 2011 +
  • the smell of cookouts.
  • finally making calls that i had been putting off.
  • getting a free 5 day trial at XSport fitness.
  • Mama calling me her "chocolate chip" when she recalls me as a baby.
  • beating the bus to the bus stop.
  • how Kaelyni says the same sentence twice using two different tones.
  • a trail of fruitsnacks left along the sidewalk.
  • Daddy Day Care .
  • watching Mama unbraid Mekylah's hair.
aug 21 2011 ∞
aug 25 2011 +
  • indian summers.
  • how he knows my little quirks when it comes to food.
  • when we just sit, chill, and eat. just enjoying one another's company.
  • lying my head on his shoulder knowing that I'm gonna be with him for the rest of my life.
oct 10 2011 ∞
oct 10 2011 +
  • Brain Cells - Chance Instrumentality
  • Baby massaging my back as I sat on the computer typing up my literacy memoir and then getting up to fix me pb&j.
    • I love this man.
  • pomegranates.
  • jumping in my mama-in-law's bed to give her a hug and kiss on the cheek.
  • the piano melody in Again by Janet Jackson.
  • smelling the chest of his jacket.
  • bringing him vegetarian food when I come over.
  • wrapping both hands around his biceps.
  • Gramma's mac and cheese with jiffy cornbread.
oct 8 2011 ∞
oct 10 2011 +
  • keeping snacks in my locker to keep me from eating them in class.
  • walking comfortable in gym shoes.
  • substitute teachers.
  • seeing my damn near perfect grades.
  • breezy classes.
  • wearing my hair in low ponytails.
  • Luther in AP european history.
  • when he puts me to bed.
  • freaking on his bedroom floor.. and door (:
oct 8 2011 ∞
oct 8 2011 +
  • dentist appointment cancelled.
  • Baby came home from Oklahoma.
  • this beautiful, reminiscent of Egyptian art and stained glass necklace he put around my neck while I was in the bathroom mirror <3
  • "welcome home" sex.
  • The People Speak documentary.
  • seeing my baby after the 5 longest days ever when I bursted open the bathroom door and he was standing there fresh out the shower in his bathtowel.
oct 8 2011 ∞
oct 8 2011 +
  • twizzlers.
  • Twin calling me "educated".
  • first day of no school.
  • fresh razors.
  • Halloween decorations.
  • my new favorite earrings in life.
    • these hectagon-shaped vintage earrings with a black backdrop, gold lining, and gold lion head on them <3
  • finally getting Cedric to stop calling.
    • hallelujah.
  • frosted animal cookies.
  • "Spray some raid in ya eye, cuz the roaches is comin. THE ROACHES IS COMIN!" - Priscilla, BGC7
  • being a good samaritan.
  • getting the things I want.
  • waking up knowing I don't have to get ready for school.
  • finally getting my first state I.D.
oct 8 2011 ∞
oct 8 2011 +
  • thrift store bargain leopard print longsleeve, tied pearls, and hair fixed in a kawaii bow.
  • surprising him at Martin's school after he had tried (and failed) to surprise me by showing up at mine. lol.
  • Martin's interest in my anatomy textbook.
  • wrapping my arms around his body in missionary position.
  • cranberry apple juice.
  • the male reproductive system.
  • barney's pizza.
  • when he can't keep his hands off me <3
oct 8 2011 ∞
oct 8 2011 +
  • Skokie.
    • breakfast diners.
    • Bob Katzman's Magazine Museum
      • Kevin bought me this original black and whiteposter of Marilyn Monroe at her vanity.
    • the sound of tap dancing.
    • cinnamon apple french toast.
    • how comfortable I was performing in front of such a small audience.
  • my navy blue longsleeve.
  • "You're gonna be a great mom." - Baby, as I sat beside him while he was lying on the couch, scratching his scalp until he woke up.
    • <3
  • when my mama-in-law fixes us dinner.
  • Kevin's low-key sense of humor.
oct 8 2011 ∞
oct 8 2011 +
  • Baby taking me to Margie's ice cream parlor even though it was freezing outside.
  • B. Yung featured at Lyricist Loft.
  • hearing Akila sing on the mic for the first time in the longest.
  • Baby tackling me in a kiss as John and I were conversing. lol.
  • Kevin Coval's L-Vis Lives! book release at the Metra Theatre.
    • Itchy dressed as Elvis. lol.
  • got out of school at 1:08.
  • comfy day in Baby's Ralph Lauren sweater, cotton legginngs, and hair thrown in a clip.
  • Dimi's golden globe earrings.
  • Bacci's big ass, mutant pizza slices.
  • Krystal's article on me.
oct 3 2011 ∞
oct 8 2011 +
  • The Ekphrastic Show at the Cultural Center.
    • perfect, final run-through of our trio piece.
    • Itchy's mix of the Swami Vivikenanda speech.
    • recieving my check as soon as I got off stage.
    • seeing Akila and Mikey sitting in the audience.
    • Jamila Woods' voice.
  • Baby trying to color coordinate with me.
  • getting my fill of cheese pizza without getting nauseous.
  • walking down Roosevelt with Baby, talking about the future.
  • watching him perform normal tasks and thinking of just how good he looks without even trying.
  • whenever he, Josh, and Sam write trio pie...
oct 3 2011 ∞
oct 3 2011 +
  • good strangers.
  • talking things out.
  • not staying at practice that day any longer than I had to.
  • the way Britteney put our trio piece together.
  • cracking a smile even though I don't feel like smiling.
oct 3 2011 ∞
oct 3 2011 +
  • last day of summer vacation.
    • went to Baby's and watched Law Abiding Citizen .
  • my jeggings.
  • how pretty he thinks I am without any makeup on.
  • my neat pile of pretty underwear with all the assortments of the color pink folded up on the table.
  • washing clothes with Mama and AJ.
    • somehow, I always wind up laughing until my stomach aches. lol.
oct 3 2011 ∞
oct 3 2011 +
  • Britteney offering me medicine for my migraine.
  • tortilla chips and beans.
  • light arizona iced tea.
  • walking from my house to his without getting tired.
  • being already dressed and ready to go when he asks me to come over.
  • standing ridiculously sweaty in my bra and panties in front of his livingroom fan.
  • how he took care of me when i wasn't feeling well.
  • making eyes from across the room.
sep 6 2011 ∞
oct 3 2011 +
  • Ms. Cynthia made tacos for dinner.
  • the way he held me after i cried at the end of The Pianist .
  • knocking out on his lap.
sep 4 2011 ∞
oct 3 2011 +
  • free massage coupons.
  • these weird, jelly-filled and nutella-filled shortbread cookies.
  • Baby having something to eat when he gets home.
  • feeling beautiful without my weave in.
  • when he opens the car door for me.
  • making peace with Mama.
  • sharing.
  • when Ms. Cynthia introduces me to their relatives as her daughter-in-law.
  • lying in his lap just listening to him rant.
aug 31 2011 ∞
sep 4 2011 +
  • Kila letting us stay in the room until we were ready to leave while she was away at work.
  • reverse cowgirl on the carpet.
  • the smooth texture of his back.
  • sunshine lighting up Akila's room.
  • french toast on wheat bread and scrambled eggs.
  • the tint of vanilla flavor in the tea she fixed me.
  • the emergency, extra eyebrow pencil i had found in the bottom of my backpack.
  • stepping out the bathroom after fixing my hair and seeing him curled up in Kila's bed fast asleep and snoring.
  • Dinner For Schmucks .
  • link cards.
  • he didn't complain after i had burnt his tortilla.
  • the way he looks at me when i cook in my underwear.
aug 28 2011 ∞
aug 31 2011 +
  • still feeling fresh out the shower hours later.
  • fixing the babies' food.
  • When We Get Married - Larry Graham
  • job applications that don't require you to do the 45 minute long survey.
  • When a Woman Loves - R. Kelly
  • buttery white rice.
  • Kaelyni falling asleep at the foot of my bed with my earphones in and Syrup and Honey on low.
  • character analysis articles on Cracked.com
aug 21 2011 ∞
aug 28 2011 +
  • my fruit snacks had no lemon (:
  • "No one wants to see that wolfmonkey." - Tiara, BGC7
  • my new vintage sewing machine.
  • the finished result of my Tenacious D tanktop.
  • louisiana crunch cake.
  • finding every episode from our Toonsylvania vhs on youtube.
aug 16 2011 ∞
aug 21 2011 +
  • Disney movie marathon with Leche.
  • the narrarator in the beginning of Beauty and the Beast .
  • taco flavored doritos, chips ahoy!, and pepsi.
  • old hollywood glam.
  • cracking the shell in m&m's.
  • making cute shorts out of my old jeans.
  • Lilo and Stitch
    • Noni's body and voice.
    • everything about Lilo <3
aug 16 2011 ∞
aug 21 2011 +
  • sundresses.
  • feeling fresh and pretty walking around with my hair tied up and my bathtowel around my body after i get out the shower.
  • the scent of baby oil.
  • hearing my teeth squeak when i rub my finger on them after they've been brushed.
  • being ladylike.
  • seeing pretty, well kept girls in the hood.
  • petits desserts chocolates.
  • the kids went back to school & the house was amazingly quiet.
  • Florence + The Machine station on pandora.
aug 11 2011 ∞
aug 13 2011 +
  • relieved pregnancy scare.
  • the visual quality of movies made in the 70's.
  • when bae cooks for me.
  • Love Jones .
  • kisses on my inner thighs.
  • when i get to squirming and he holds me down by my hips.
  • how comfortable i've gotten with his mama.
  • the color contrast of my hot pink hello kitty underwear and earth green tanktop.
    • "You look like a superhero." - Baby
  • getting dressed and ready early in the morning and taking a nap until it's time to leave.
  • reciting "Change Gon' Come" to myself while i'm doing my hair and realizing i have the whole piece memorized.
aug 11 2011 ∞
aug 14 2011 +
  • cooking for him.
    • his satisfaction with my pancake-making skills.
  • vanilla extract.
  • walking around his house comfortable in basketball shorts and a wifebeater.
  • my burnt eggs were still bangin.. in my opinion. lol.
  • when he comes up behind me while i'm cooking and kisses me on my neck.
    • cheeesseeeyy <3
  • baby wipes on retail. whammy.
  • one of the few times he complimented me on my hair.
aug 9 2011 ∞
aug 10 2011 +
  • finding a pair of lace, scarlet thongs to match my bra.
  • feeling beautiful without anyone telling me so.
  • racking up 9 items of clothing in discovery for only $32.
  • my baby giving me the best head ever.
  • walking dizzied with pleasure <3
  • having someone to clear my mind to.
  • his interest in what goes on in my head.
  • knowing i don't need validation from any other man because he's the only one worth trying to impress.
  • "now hiring" signs.
  • big, angular, multiple story houses in oak park.
  • wheat tortillas.
  • the huge bra selection at target.
aug 10 2011 ∞
aug 11 2011 +
  • 20 minute rehearsal.
  • holding his head on my chest during long bus rides.
  • $5 africa goodwoods.
  • eating ice cream out the carton.
  • Not Like The Movies - Katy Perry
  • Leche came over and cooked dinner.
    • jambalaya rice, corn, and garlic bread.
  • falling asleep breathing into his chest.
  • Leche's pregnant woman tendencies.
  • Foster's Home For Imaginary Friends .
  • cutting through the taste of lincoln and dodging the reckless sunlight by walking on the shaded sidewalk.
  • watching my baby perform.
  • the self checkout at jewels.
  • Bubbly - Colbie Calliat
  • having his arms around me every minute we're together.
aug 10 2011 ∞
aug 10 2011 +
  • my "malcolm x" shades.
  • good first impressions.
  • the little garden area behind millenium park.
  • realizing that he's mine .
  • Four Women - Nina Simone
  • when he stays on the train with me to get off at division.
  • that he & leche are tight.
  • when he's angry with me, but still holds my hand.
  • John's little smooth ass piano-diddy.
  • Akenya <3
  • triple melon calypsos.
  • caking on the subway platform.
aug 9 2011 ∞
aug 10 2011 +
  • how incredibly delicious my skin (particularly my thighs) felt from nairing my whole body.
  • a pair of black, lacy thongs.
  • showering together.
  • our sextape <3
    • watching my ass bounce.
    • the perfect angles he managed to capture while fucking like a jackrabbit. lmao.
    • my hella improved head game.
  • my black, fruit of the loom pushup.
  • how good he looks without even trying.
  • getting home in the daytime.
  • soda after it's flattened.
  • how he still looks at me like i'm the most beautiful girl he's ever seen with my disheveled, matted, dampened with sweat hair, tracks coming loose & sweat dewing my face. lol.
  • the invention of showercaps.
aug 8 2011 ∞
aug 8 2011 +
  • The New Parish in Oakland.
  • killing "PussyPussyPussy" with our last minute blocking.
  • the crowd reaction to "High School Training Ground" and all the great feedback it got.
  • watermelon juice.
  • the rush of apathy/happiness when i realized that we weren't gonna make it to semis.
  • his "savemoney" tanktop.
  • Dominique's performance for the period piece.
  • Noah St. John from team bay area.
  • dreamcatchers.
  • C.R.E.A.M. ice cream sandwiches in Berkeley.
  • this ethiopian dude i met when i was out with Dominique named Mikiela that had a pretty skin tone and nice eyes.
  • T-Shirt Orgy in Berkeley.
aug 3 2011 ∞
aug 8 2011 +
  • my edges finally slicking down.
  • when he compliments me on my jeans.
  • 2 for $1 peanuts.
  • small loads of laundry.
  • ghiradelli twilight delights.
  • kissing on his nose as he slept.
  • breaking the teammate rule indefinitely.
  • how Champ relaxes when i scratch behind his ears.
  • cute pajamas.
  • the night before a big day.
jul 27 2011 ∞
aug 3 2011 +
  • Dominique & Josh's comforting.
  • strength.
jul 18 2011 ∞
jul 27 2011 +
  • Josh falling asleep at the foot of my bed in the guest room while listening to Duffy & Corrine Bailey Rae.
  • snack shopping at Walgreens.
jul 14 2011 ∞
jul 27 2011 +
  • my outfit.
    • my high-waisted "gonna get some" jeans, my angel wing tanktop tucked in, black flats, retro sunglasses, 80's earrings, hair slicked back with a curly bang.
  • trying something for the first time and really enjoying it (;
  • half-dressed quickies.
jul 12 2011 ∞
jul 18 2011 +
  • multivitamins.
  • strawberry body butter <3
  • finally cashing my check.
  • venting my thoughts to Josh.
  • the dynamics in his personality.
  • Nina (1969)
  • chocolate shakes.
  • "R u up?" one minute later .. "Please b up."
jul 7 2011 ∞
jul 12 2011 +
  • Pretty Wings - Maxwell
  • Tell Him - Lauryn Hill
  • tweezing those tiny stubs under my eyebrows.
  • chai tea lattes with whole milk.
  • Nate Marshall's friend, Aaron.
jul 4 2011 ∞
jul 8 2011 +
  • rekindled love for my turquoise pushup with the leopard straps.
    • how it was vaguely visible through my thin black t-shirt.
  • N'Sync's harmonies.
  • J.C. Chasez <3
  • True Shimmer : Botanical Berry chapstick.
jul 2 2011 ∞
jul 6 2011 +
  • half shirts.
  • the prickling of beard burn when Alex pressed his cheek against mine.
  • book reccomendations.
  • Britteney's words of wisdom on BNV.
  • mozzarella sticks in mild sauce.
  • how much Josh values my opinion on his writing.
  • catching the pulaski bus just as it had started to pull off.
  • Dominique massaging my back.
jun 29 2011 ∞
jul 2 2011 +
  • Me & Malcolm's first date.
    • Hangover: Part 2
    • veggie burgers & conversation.
    • him scamming a free value fry from the cashiers.
    • a kiss above my eyebrow.
    • "I tweaked so hard. I have something so perfect."
    • he tried to win me a domo plush from the petty claw machine.
    • blowing $10 on arcade games.
    • ticket stubs.
    • sex in the theatre.
      • lmao. hormonal teenagers these days.
    • his arm around my neck.
    • lying between his chest and shoulder on the bus ride home.
  • caking it through text.
  • passing a group of boys that try to holla...
jun 26 2011 ∞
jul 1 2011 +
  • Sound of Revolution by Ed Mabrey
  • Revolving Door at Chicago Park District.
  • climbing trees.
  • Meagan McNeal <3
  • the sports hats in the window of the weed shop, Made.
    • "Los Angeles Bakers".
    • "Chicago Bowls".
  • love.
  • the moment when hearing a poem where you're compelled to snap.
  • finding out Sam used to dance ballet. lmao.
  • a quick, stolen kiss in Wendy's.
  • Malcolm's super tight jeans and "Get Cocky" shirt with the faded "y". lmao.
  • fast bus drivers.
jun 23 2011 ∞
jun 26 2011 +
  • chocolate frosting.
  • Undercover Brother .
  • when he texts back on time.
  • the rare moment i turn on the tv, flip through the channels and see Titanic playing on A&E.
  • days where i just lie in bed watching movies.
  • happy endings.
  • No Strings Attached .
  • baked beans.
  • White Girl Mob.
  • fathers who give father's day a purpose.
  • Natalie Portman.
jun 19 2011 ∞
jun 23 2011 +
  • squeezing out a few more drops from my empty signature vanillas: lemon lotion bottle.
  • fantasies.
  • payday.
  • I Don't Like Anyone - Dream
  • wearing my hair wavy.
  • Tupac interview on the Arsenio Hall Show.
jun 16 2011 ∞
jun 20 2011 +
  • A.J.'s graduation.
    • his delivery of his valedictiorian speech.
    • becoming one of Diego's black cousins. lol.
    • how Gloria turned red when me and Akila started cooing her name.
    • graduation cake. lol.
    • finding out the "punch" was kool-aid.
    • the graduate's song, "This Is Our Moment".
      • swaying arms with Akila in the audience.
    • Uncle Trini came all the way in from indiana to be there.
    • snapping instead of screaming when Ms. Jones told the audience to hold their applause while the grads walked across the stage.
    • watching A.J. enjoy his moment.
jun 14 2011 ∞
jun 17 2011 +
  • apple cinnamon poptarts.
  • the perfect blog name that isn't taken.
  • walking into your new school for the first time.
  • mind-fuck conspiracy theories.
  • Fred Hampton.
  • figuring out the first line of a poem.
  • roasting sessions.
  • when Akila calls A.J. "Aju".
  • "As you were!" - Cogsworth, Beauty and the Beast
  • how Kaelyni says "drink" as "frink".
  • sweatpants, a sweatshirt, and my cotton houseboots.
  • Werewolf - CocoRosie
  • Alex saying 'i love you' first.
jun 10 2011 ∞
jun 14 2011 +
  • red petals against a green stem.
  • soft graham crackers.
  • "I love you, Daddy!" - Kaelyni
  • finding out i passed my history final last week & not having to retake it today.
  • Sage Morgan-Hubbard .
  • tackling Kaelyni with kisses and her screaming/giggling.
  • Twin making me a quesadilla without me asking.
  • Fuck You - Cee-Lo Green
  • girls who've cut all their hair off.
  • Emanuel Vinson.
  • Toaster Roaster at Wordplay.
    • seeing people get all mushygushy on him. lol.
    • Adam Gottlieb's heaven song.
      • and his dreads.
    • Ashley's graffiti poem.
jun 8 2011 ∞
jun 11 2011 +
  • good streampad playlists.
  • my "surround sound". lol.
  • Tyler, The Creator's ears.
  • catching the flash of a lightning bolt.
  • shirts that accentuate my breasts.
  • banana nut muffins.
  • K.K.'s playlist.
  • Solomon's lanky body.
  • Daydreamin' - Lupe Fiaso ft. Jill Scott
  • late nights/early mornings.
  • shortcuts through alleys.
  • By Your Side - Cocorosie
jun 4 2011 ∞
jun 8 2011 +
  • Malcolm bought the babies ice cream.
  • "the church van". lol.
  • The Encyclopedia Show.
  • superfood juice.
  • strawberry banana smoothies.
  • deep breaths.
  • realizing everything's gonna be alright.
  • pearls.
  • saying things under our breath in the car.
  • his hand on my ankle.
  • sweet things that were said about you when you leave your boyfriend and best friend alone together.
  • pulling together a cute outfit in 10 minutes.
  • Cannibal - Ke$ha
jun 2 2011 ∞
jun 8 2011 +
  • Ms. Cynthia's hugs.
  • strawberry daquiri.
  • Lavell Crawford. lmaaaao.
  • taking my braids down.
  • "I am Keisha Lelani Jewel Thompson. I flirt more than the average girl. I'm going to marry you. And have your babies. And make you grilled cheese sandwiches until you're 68."
  • when i come close to walking out and he gets me to stay.
  • him feeding me caramel cake.
  • scratching his scalp until he fell asleep in my arms.
may 29 2011 ∞
jun 2 2011 +
  • pretzel bread.
  • the heat lamps on the train platform.
  • massaging Sam's scalp.
    • his hair texture.
    • the way his curls folded around my fingers.
  • when he wrapped his arms around my thighs to keep me from getting on my train.
  • convinient coffee dispenser right beside the lemonade and fruit punch.
  • the moment cream breaks through coffee.
  • dollar coins.
  • Paul from Columbia.
  • sour candy.
  • croutons.
  • the layering of my sweaters was cute.
  • memories that come with familiar places.
  • Jarvis walking me to class.
  • Miss Tiffany holding me and rubbing my arms while waiting for the bus because i wa...
may 27 2011 ∞
may 30 2011 +
  • cranberry sauce.
  • early morning message asking me to come over.
  • "zominique". lol.
  • baby hair.
  • So High - John Legend
  • the sensation of his strokes.
  • the transit card vending machine.
  • Indecent Proposal .
  • black & milds.
  • the biggest strawberry in the patch.
  • original sunchips.
  • Me and My Girlfriend - Tupac
  • a small hickey left on my neck.
  • moments where you just feel in love.
  • sheer panties.
  • watermelon.
  • Bad Boys 2 .
  • gushing.
  • the tellietubby feeling <3
  • "I can't wait to get you pregnant."
may 24 2011 ∞
may 28 2011 +
  • fixing my baby grilled cheese in the nude.
  • slurping spaghetti noodles.
  • Malachi telling me how pretty i looked with my hair curly.
  • when guys roll.
  • the way his face contorts when he's about to cum.
  • Jamell Armstrong <3
  • kisses on my spine.
  • having juice in the pantry.
  • the way he breathes when i kiss his neck.
  • fitting a whole pringle in my mouth.
  • successfully avoiding conversation with annoying people.
  • sex on the sink.
  • when Kelley helps me with my hair.
  • Number One - John Legend
  • allhailmalik.tumblr.com
  • The Cosby Show .
may 21 2011 ∞
jun 5 2011 +
  • Wordplay.
  • writing workshops.
  • Do For Love - Tupac
  • blowing dandelion spores.
  • catching mama as she's pulling in the driveway.
  • little moments.
  • easily taking off a shirt that was difficult to put on. lol
  • onesies <3
  • Princess' baby boy.
  • being on time.
  • Ironic - Alanis Morrisette.
may 18 2011 ∞
may 23 2011 +
  • traffic <3
  • Lulu Matute.
  • honey mustard.
  • playing in Kaelyni's hair.
  • Panera Bread.
  • emerging from the subway part of a train into the upper deck with a sudden burst of sunlight.
  • cinnamon bagels.
  • sitting on the floor.
  • blueberries.
  • alliteration.
  • sucking it up.
  • Livin Our Love Song - Jason Michael Carroll
may 14 2011 ∞
may 18 2011 +
  • California King Bed - Rihanna
  • her hair.
  • old Avril Lavigne songs.
  • Head Over Feet - Alanis Morrisette
  • "Your hugs are so welcoming." - Josh
  • when Mama lets me go places.
  • the way my hair falls from the curling iron.
  • found my keys (again). lol.
  • how my tummy remains flat even when i try poking it out.
  • being black.
  • the guy that pulled up my hood for me when it started raining.
  • Kelley bought the kids their own cups, so now when i'm thirsty, there will be cups available for me to drink out of (:
  • when the fire hydrant goes off.
  • powdered sugar.
  • Leche walking into youmedia just when i was about to leave.
may 12 2011 ∞
may 15 2011 +
  • baby pictures.
  • dubstep.
  • the harry potter theme song.
  • oatmeal craisin cookies.
  • peach cobbler.
  • his midnight wishing me a happy mother's day.
  • seashells.
  • Nelson's eyes and smile.
may 8 2011 ∞
jun 15 2011 +
  • juice boxes.
  • gay boys.
  • whipped butter.
  • the dressing ms. t put on my salad that tasted like the sauce i put on my pad thai noodles.
  • leaving school in the middle of the day.
  • my kandi bracelet with the choo-choo train.
  • "It's a beautiful thing." - Samuel Carroll
  • mcdonald's with sam, malcolm & josh.
  • orange high-c.
  • hungry quickies.
  • sitting in the last train car and watching the tracks.
  • sunsets.
  • laughing when you're supposed to be quiet.
  • people that recognize me from LTAB.
  • Gravity - John Mayer
may 6 2011 ∞
may 10 2011 +
  • being that one person not excited by a catfight.
  • the way my hair dangles from the side of my head when i bend over.
  • the security guards. lol.
  • springtime greenery.
  • tulips.
  • walking home in warm weather.
  • when we watch movies in class where we just have to take notes.
may 4 2011 ∞
may 6 2011 +
  • making a 10,000 point shot in skeezball.
  • strawberry shortcake ice cream.
  • the mechanical puppets at Chuck E. Cheese's.
  • how Kaelyni kept getting running away from me & AJ.
  • seeing a long strip of tickets come out of the slot.
  • "whack-a-shark" (:
  • no uniform.
  • my cute headbands.
  • Ana Mercado.
  • big, collegiate dictionaries.
may 1 2011 ∞
may 4 2011 +
  • the sensation of drinking on an empty stomach.
  • fresh packs of birth control.
  • a good cry.
  • the realization that Jesus is real.
  • feeling superior.
  • when mama tries to understand.
    • when she actually does understand.
  • cleansings.
  • seeing how Shannon organized the script.
  • hearing my poetry being read back to me.
  • the Freedom Rides cast <3
  • Lulu's cheek piercings.
  • the word "coconut milk".
  • biscuits from popeye's.
  • old men who aren't perverts.
  • getting lost in a book.
  • watching the rain ascend from drizzle to storm and then descend back into drizzle until the clouds blow over, letting the s...
apr 27 2011 ∞
apr 30 2011 +
  • Bless the Broken Road - Rascal Flatts
  • the last, uncrusted pieces of french toast drenched in syrup.
  • countryside.
  • the rice krispie balls Akila made with the kids.
  • the side profile of daddy as he drives.
  • strawberry toaster strudel.
  • the perfect banana.
  • Don't Worry - Bob Marley & The Wailers
  • That's So Raven .
apr 24 2011 ∞
apr 28 2011 +
  • scoop necks.
  • the relatively low price for a room at the hotel inter. continental downtown.
  • makeovers.
  • the steinmenautz <3
  • Leche's hair color.
  • Fall to Pieces - Avril Lavinge
  • the LTAB documentary.
  • the burst of inspiration that the movie brought Leche.
apr 24 2011 ∞
apr 24 2011 +
  • Zombie Eaters - Misfits
  • vanilla creme yopait whips.
  • thrift stores.
  • Keldon kissing me on my nose.
  • Lizzie McGuire .
  • the babies referring to noodles as "noo-noos".
  • when Sukari doesn't annoy me.
  • trying on your new clothes when you come home from shopping.
  • The Sweetest Thing - Lauryn Hill
apr 18 2011 ∞
apr 24 2011 +
  • the words "just let me give you this & i'ma let you go" at the end of a meeting.
  • the color of Sway's eyes.
  • boys that make you feel shy.
  • the lisp in Toaster's speech due to his visit to the dentist before he came to the meeting.
  • making money.
  • Kokorokoko.
  • the rain stopped when i left yca.
  • Ode To a Female Emcee by Deja Taylor
  • natural cut fries with sea salt.
apr 2 2011 ∞
apr 6 2011 +
  • grocery shopping with Leche & Malcolm <3
  • his hands on my hips.
  • Pokerface (Acoustic) - Lady Gaga
  • when they find the spot that really needed to be rubbed during massages.
  • songs that take you back.
  • cute glimpses of the future.
  • Hands - Jewel
  • getting ready early & having time to chill before i leave.
  • getting paired with the 2 people you really wanted to work with.
  • frosted strawberry poptarts with frosting along the crust.
  • that perfect adlib that you have to rewind the song to listen to over & over.
apr 13 2011 ∞
apr 16 2011 +
  • the corn man.
  • flipping through old yearbooks.
  • hearing my dad stress how unconditional his love is for me.
  • Baby Boy (2001)
  • 60 degrees outside.
  • finding funsized bars of chocolate in Gramma's cabinet.
  • Eric Gaston <3
  • good earbuds.
  • power ballads.
  • Dreaming of You - Selena
apr 9 2011 ∞
apr 14 2011 +
  • making up.
  • getting shit off my chest.
  • Malcolm's pouting.
  • the link card.
  • simply orange juice.
  • spending the day with him.
  • doing pretty well for my first feature.
  • the way Sarah looks without any makeup.
  • assertive men.
  • stunna shades.
  • black pride.
  • Samuel Carroll <3
apr 7 2011 ∞
apr 12 2011 +
  • green tea.
  • banana pudding.
  • getting a virtual haircut.
  • when gramma cooks sunday dinner.
  • taking naps.
  • the servicemen at the laundromat.
  • Kelley & Kaelyni's cackling.
apr 3 2011 ∞
apr 7 2011 +
  • our Burger King conferences.
  • washing my makeup off at the end of the day.
  • instant relief of taking out uncomfortable earrings.
  • Keith M. Kelley.
  • Limon y Sal - Julieta Venegas
apr 1 2011 ∞
apr 5 2011 +
  • giddy anticipation.
  • peace circles.
  • talking to Abraham Gomez for the first time.
  • confidence.
  • my new checkered peacoat.
mar 29 2011 ∞
apr 2 2011 +
  • butter rum.
  • payday (:
  • The Autobiography of Malcolm X .
  • guys who give me whatever i want.
  • not letting shit knock me off my square.
  • the way Vonte looks at me.
  • Todd Baquet's face.
  • raspberry cheesecake yoplait.
  • orange pineapple apple juice.
mar 27 2011 ∞
mar 30 2011 +
  • challenging myself.
  • Malcolm's smile.
  • hugging my mom like i mean it.
  • K.K.'s haircut.
  • topic discussions.
mar 22 2011 ∞
mar 27 2011 +
  • I Like You So Much Better When You're Naked - Ida Maria
  • Glade Sweet Blossom air freshener.
  • vanilla bean cheesecake from T.G.I. Fridays.
  • friendly waiters.
  • the smell of popcorn.
  • full body mirrors.
  • strawberry lemonade.
  • daddy's hair.
  • cadillac escalades.
mar 19 2011 ∞
mar 23 2011 +
  • babies.
  • waking up to birds chirping.
  • safety pins.
  • mixmatched shoelaces.
  • springtime weather.
  • when mama approves of my male companions.
  • taking a break.
  • wearing glasses despite my 20/20 vision.
  • not needing a coat.
  • short days.
mar 17 2011 ∞
mar 20 2011 +
  • popeye's tackle boxes.
  • long car rides.
  • Daddy.
  • Kaelyni's love for french fries.
  • biscuits and honey.
  • real prophets.
  • goosebumps.
  • praise dancing.
mar 14 2011 ∞
mar 17 2011 +
  • Malcolm's sweet side.
    • "that's wonderful. makes me smile to know you're happy."
  • innovative bow out of my bedscarf, messy bun & curled bangs
  • the way Donkey looks without his braces.
  • goldfish crackers.
  • california rolls.
  • the new girl at my job, Pinky.
  • my team <3
  • finally finding someone with change for a 5.
  • finding some people i met at LTAB on facebook.
  • discovering LTAB recordings on WBEZ.org.
  • pictures from my performance on Chicago Live!
mar 12 2011 ∞
mar 14 2011 +
  • almond toffee coffee creamer.
  • almost memorized a whole piece in a couple hours.
  • the cashier at dunkin donuts, Mark Reefer.
  • grilled cheese flatbreads.
  • chinese bangs.
  • the aftershock of realizing i made it into finals as an individual.
  • Toni Asante Lightfoot.
  • Willy Wonka.
  • gushing to my mom about my passion for poetry.
  • raspy voices.
  • girls with hips.
  • Ashley Hart <3
  • opportunities.
  • flannel.
  • The Cheetah Girls .
  • Love Takes Time - Mariah Carey
mar 7 2011 ∞
mar 12 2011 +
  • Ralph Ellison's Invisible Man .
  • 3 musketeers bars.
  • my child sim turned into a teenager finally.
  • those pb&j bars my school serves for cold lunch.
  • Invader Zim.
  • YooHoo's.
  • the chance my team might go to semifinals.
  • multicolored kicks.
  • when Malcolm smiles at my sexfaces.
  • the walk from division & lavergne to lavergne and chicago ave wasn't that long.
  • Kevin Hart impersonations.
  • getting head.
  • Malcolm's fro.
mar 5 2011 ∞
mar 9 2011 +
  • eating nutella off my fingers.
  • big breakfasts.
  • watching movies while i'm in the shower.
  • indie films.
  • the smell of french vanilla coffee.
  • Big Ghost Chronicles.
  • when i'm finished getting ready & have a little time to chill before i leave.
  • girlscout cookies.
  • my hips.
  • my hidden drawing skills.
  • sexy cashier dude at walgreens.
  • chocolate chip/reese's cookie.
  • wifebeaters.
  • old cartoons.
  • dropping a piece of my cookie and almost bursting into tears but then regaining happiness after i realized that it just fell into my shirt. lmao.
mar 1 2011 ∞
mar 5 2011 +
  • Louder Than a Bomb 2011.
    • winning first place in our bout.
    • being the only poet to recieve two 10's.
    • America's Burden - Darryl Gardener
    • being asked by Kevin Coval to open up the show on Thursday with my piece.
    • not stumbling over my words even though my hands were trembling holding the paper.
    • the audience's reaction.
    • having my family sitting in front row supporting me.
    • the grand swarm of hugging and screaming and jumping when we heard our name called for first place.
    • supporting Kelly Hall's bout despite our differences.
    • Misconceptions - Kelly Hall
    • seeing Alfie proud of me.
    • beating Steinmetz.
feb 26 2011 ∞
mar 2 2011 +
  • having a scrunchie handy when needed.
  • cherry seed oil.
  • not rushing out the house.
  • I'd Rather - Luther Vandross
  • cuddling.
  • oversized sweaters.
  • riding school buses in the dark.
  • genius freestyle cyphers.
  • laughing when i'm trying to stay mad.
  • teamwork.
  • reciting someone's poem as they perform it.
  • solving math problems.
feb 23 2011 ∞
mar 4 2011 +
  • Me and Charlie Talking - Miranda Lambert
  • found my keys.
  • knowing i'm not pregnant.
  • reading my old "Kate and Sally" comics.
  • cleaning.
  • not wearing a bra.
  • chocolate pudding.
  • the Louder Than a Bomb documentary.
  • peanut butter and jelly.
  • scratching my scalp.
feb 20 2011 ∞
feb 24 2011 +
  • when my hair is easy to manage.
  • passing notes.
  • playing the tongue game with Kaelyni.
  • mascara that comes off easily.
  • good feedback from K.K.
  • butterflies.
  • when Devin hugs me with his hands on the back of my head.
  • having a big butt.
  • it's Thursday.
  • Adrian Barretto <3
  • inside jokes.
  • seeing people that never smile laugh.
  • sisterly instinct.
feb 17 2011 ∞
jun 23 2011 +
  • taking naps.
  • Dove chocolate.
  • finishing my group piece.
  • holograms.
  • voicemail from Greg.
  • heated cars.
  • cherry flavored heart suckers.
  • melting snow.
  • side parts.
  • All By Myself - Celine Dion
  • lightbulb moments.
  • metaphors.
  • motherly comforting.
feb 14 2011 ∞
feb 19 2011 +
  • tiny ankles.
  • side swept bangs.
  • 5-day weather forecast is above zero and over the teens.
  • caking it.
  • laying hands on Greg's godly abs for the first time.
  • marijuana.
  • lips on my neck.
  • thigh massages.
  • harmonicas.
  • Ms. Temeltas.
  • Jarvis Buchanan.
  • people with soul.
  • the emotions that surge through your whole body when someone you've really been looking forward to seeing appears in your hallway <3
  • eating other people's food.
  • my reputation.
feb 11 2011 ∞
feb 15 2011 +
  • brown sugar Nature Valley.
  • sugary tea.
  • up-do's.
  • manhandling.
  • my musketeers <3
  • stairwell kisses.
  • my boyfriend came to work with me.
  • when guys sit me on their laps.
  • charming people.
  • my almond granola bars taste vaguely of coffee like the caribou cafe bars i used to eat at Daddy's job.
  • tastes that remind you of your childhood.
  • sucking on bottom lips.
  • throwbacks.
  • cute bus drivers that smile nice.
  • compliments on my makeup.
  • apple danishes.
feb 8 2011 ∞
mar 4 2011 +
  • The Green Mile .
  • Greg's metaphor for how he feels about me.
    • Imagine I'm a bottle and my love for you is water, and you're a cup. What happens when you turn the bottle up side down? All the love comes out. Into the cup. Every. Last. Drop.
  • midnight snacks.
  • calculating the days since my last rag because i was worried i missed it, but realizing i have 4 days left. whew.
  • giggling.
  • excited heartbeats.
  • eating ice cream slowly like on the commercials. lol.
  • when the kids go places with Kelley & Twin.
  • claiming my boyfriend in front of guys i used to date/talk to.
feb 5 2011 ∞
jun 23 2011 +
  • Girlfriends .
  • retrojunk.com
  • the quiet hours before everyone else wakes up & the house is completely dark except for the light from my laptop.
  • one saturday morning.
  • fresh starts.
  • cool ranch doritos.
  • watching movies in bed.
  • being snowed in.
  • Justin (officialcrack.tumblr.com)
  • For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When The Rainbow is Enuf by Ntozake Shange.
  • knowing i probably won't have school for the rest of the week.
  • When You Believe - Whitney Houston & Mariah Carey.
  • strawberry nutrigrain bars.
  • when Mama surprises me with food. LOL.
feb 2 2011 ∞
feb 6 2011 +
  • comfortable beds.
  • the smell of sweet pea.
  • clean clothes.
  • Love Letter - R. Kelly (2010)
  • Sean's facial expressions.
  • Sean's eyelashes.
  • rough hands.
  • frosted flakes.
  • the usually overcrowded division bus had empty seats, so i didn't worry about fitting with my suitcases.
  • fried rice.
  • The Ab Rocket.
  • Sean's choice of songs to play while we were sitting in his car.
  • my tiny boxers.
  • when Greg says "i love you" before we hang up the phone.
  • "booty juice and booty crumbs." - Akila.
jan 30 2011 ∞
feb 3 2011 +
  • letters to crushes.
  • Hum Along - Ludo.
  • writing love notes.
  • granola bars.
  • getting carried.
  • warm classrooms.
  • my bitches <3
  • leggings as pants.
  • hello kitty.
  • loud & obnoxious moments.
  • seeing my baby in the morning.
  • working out.
  • moments where i can't stop laughing & everything is funny.
  • vegetarian chilli with sugar & satines.
  • it snowed all day, but suddenly stopped when it was time to walk home.
    • mother nature is on my side.
  • guiltless nomming.
jan 27 2011 ∞
feb 1 2011 +
  • Hide Your Matches - Julianne Hough.
  • minimum days.
  • good feeling about finals.
  • finished my chemistry final just as the bell rung.
  • locking eyes from across the room.
  • having just enough money on my bus card to get to and from where i'm going.
  • Rayon's "I Love You" poem.
  • Devin Mcintosh <3
  • being in control.
  • when Mama goes grocery shopping.
  • rushing out the house and making it to school on time.
  • frosted eyes.
  • hot showers.
  • exceptionally warm weather.
  • Darryl's poetry.
jan 24 2011 ∞
mar 24 2011 +
  • "10¢ words".
  • everything Barron says.
  • elephants.
  • my slc.
  • the word "pancake".
  • key lime pie.
  • "cranberry apple juice is holy water."
  • sex poems.
  • when Kaelyni acts like a baby.
  • free periods.
  • first kisses.
  • Gregory Dobbs.
    • his body.
    • his lips.
    • his eyelashes.
    • his height.
    • his sense of humor.
  • arms wrapped around me.
  • my curves.
  • talking to old friends.
jan 21 2011 ∞
jan 25 2011 +
  • late to class, & got a fake detention slip both times (:
  • made up with Michael.
  • knowing that Devin still wants to be with me even though he's in a relationship.
  • wildin in 5th period.
  • Terry Green <3
  • getting my way.
  • potato chips.
  • fruit cups.
  • the smell of peanut butter.
  • Jarvis' sense of humor.
  • Kalin Cooley.
  • seeing my mom's reaction to the kids in school.
  • "the land of milk & honey".
  • Happy - Leona Lewis.
  • cranberry apple juice.
  • sewing.
jan 19 2011 ∞
jan 22 2011 +
  • taking off my shoes when i get home.
  • the texture of my hair.
  • Signature Vanillas: Coconut Lipgloss
  • touching my toes effortlessly.
  • hanging out with Rosa.
  • Rosa's mom.
  • cute dreadheads.
  • staying out late & not getting yelled at when i get home.
  • new people.
  • Lamarcus' random phonecall.
  • satisfied craving of chinese food.
  • girl talk.
  • hip huggers.
  • my tight, black longsleeve.
  • compliments.
  • Easy A .
  • white hot chocolate.
  • feeling full.
  • dainty breakfasts.
  • Sean called while taking a shit. lmao.
jan 16 2011 ∞
jan 19 2011 +
  • falling asleep on Grandma's couch with all the lights in the house off.
  • solving riddles in sculpture.
  • careless hair.
  • compliments from strangers at the bus stop.
  • baby pictures.
  • Goodbye - Miley Cyrus.
  • Kaelyni's mischief.
  • bite sized brownies.
jan 12 2011 ∞
jan 16 2011 +
  • Better Than Revenge - Taylor Swift
  • perfectly photoshopping my hair black in minnie mouse picture (:
  • cute, black and white bikini string underwear.
  • vanilla eggnog.
  • flat tummy.
  • sunshine beaming through my window, illuminating my bed.
  • sweet text from Jarvis.
  • 50 degrees today !
  • comfy sweatpants.
  • smelling good.
  • Walt Disney's Peter Pan .
  • Walt Disney's Lady and the Tramp .
  • Never Grow Up - Taylor Swift
jan 2 2011 ∞
oct 23 2011 +
  • Sasha from Kokorokoko.
  • getting the last vinyl recording Malcolm X in stock and a Sly and The Family Stone record for Bae at DustyGroove.
  • burst of joy from doing good for others.
  • episodes of Goosebumps in October.
  • my appetitite came back.
  • Mama telling me how good of a girlfriend I am.
  • finding a bag of pears in the bottom drawer of the refridgerator.
  • funsized twix bars.
  • VH1's Top 100 Songs of the 00's countdown.
oct 19 2011 ∞
oct 23 2011 +
  • sweet potato pies from McDonald's.
  • orange hi-c.
  • Shug Avery in Alice Walker's The Color Purple .
  • WSRB on 106.3
  • Summer Breeze - Isley Brothers
  • my purple leopard print booty shorts.
oct 10 2011 ∞
oct 23 2011 +
  • good hair day .
  • felt sexy in my uniform with my shirt clipped back because my waist looks small.
  • used my lunch period to work on my project in chemistry.
  • reading my old food diary entries.
    • i fasted for 4 days :O
  • took my birth control at exactly 6:00.
  • makeup on point.
  • the snow from last night didn't accumulate.
  • Devan's attention.
  • "your vanilla ring" - Jarvis Buchanan.
  • "WE LOVE YOU, KUSH!" - some random dudes in the hallway.
  • seeing Greg.
  • cute color coordinance.
  • Starbucks Vanilla Frappuccino .
  • Kaelyni Chanel Weaver.
  • walking with Jowan.
jan 6 2011 ∞
oct 23 2011 +
  • good hair day.
    • red bandana, messy bun, sideswept bangs, large gold hoops.
  • Lamarcus Cotton.
  • Mr. Ferguson's kentucky accent.
  • Mama permed my hair.
  • venting to Mama when I came home from school.
  • pleading my case against the uniform policy against houseshoes. lmao.
  • falling asleep immediately.
jan 5 2011 ∞
oct 23 2011 +
  • New School Poetics at Believe Inn.
    • the etymology of Idris.
    • when he and Kevin collaborate.
    • Steinmenautz slaughtered.
    • knowing my words are touching someone just by the look of their face.
    • Jyroscope.
    • the little print ("The Birth of Venuses New Clothes" by Robert Stevenson) that Kevin copped for me.
    • hearing that Chance's 10 Day and the Steinmenautz mixtape are up for free downloading.
  • finding substantial books in Mr. O'Connell's tiny class library.
  • refreshing walks.
  • birdbaths.
  • african american literature.
oct 10 2011 ∞
oct 10 2011 +
  • the after taste of cheap, Racer chocolates.
  • found a big bag of flamin' hot munchies at the mini mart that would last me 2 days.
  • ruffling my curls.
  • when I text Baby early in the morning and he's awake.
  • his "Revolution" mix.
  • when the Ashland bus is already parked at the bus stop when I get off the Division.
  • remembering to put everything I need in my bag.
  • Jasmine Mans' poetry while I'm getting ready for school.
  • writing something dope after a while of writer's block.
  • recycling pieces of my old poetry.
  • pink lemonade.
  • Baby brought me back a slice of sarpino's...
oct 8 2011 ∞
oct 10 2011 +
  • canteen express swearshirt.
  • raspberry tootsie pops.
  • Erin's house birthday party.
  • malibu coconut vodka, frey goose and cranberry juice.
  • being shit-faced drunk and Baby still looked at me like I was the most precious girl he's ever been with.
  • Dominique covered for me.
  • swapping sheepish looks across the table with Josh because neither of us really drink and we were about to get really drunk.
  • inebriated caking in the frozen pizza section at Jewel-Osco.
  • agressive head-banging against the wall, loud, hands over throat, tearing off clothes, fuck-like-you-ain't-fucked-in-weeks sex in Erin's brother's room.
  • the taste of my pussy and hennessy on Baby's tongue.
oct 8 2011 ∞
oct 8 2011 +
  • flamin' hot munchies.
  • when he answers the phone happy that I'm calling.
  • his navy blue sweater/vest.
  • turning towards the back seat on the bus and seeing Leche's reflection in the window.
  • Wordplay virgins.
  • when the annoying dude left.
  • "Prom Night" - Chance Instrumentality
  • the track Fatima was spittin over.
  • black and floral doc martens.
  • pretty voices.
  • zipping up my sweater all the way.
oct 8 2011 ∞
oct 8 2011 +
  • apple filled crepes.
  • Loretta Devine.
  • Hocus Pocus .
  • candy corn.
  • Hayley Willams' voice in live performances of Misery Business .
  • sulfur 8 hair grease.
  • when the sun starts to break through the clouds and the rain begins to dwindle.
  • having something to drink with a well-prepared lunch.
  • finding a near empty pack of shredded cheddar cheese in the back of the refridgerator.
  • Cricket's unlimited $35 plan.
  • walking instead of catching the bus.
  • infant onesies.
  • seeing my exes and knowing how much I've upgraded.
  • the people that yield for pedestrians.
  • Japan - CocoRosie
oct 8 2011 ∞
oct 8 2011 +
  • Baby came to pick me up from school.
  • he surprised me with another swagbag from The People Speak show that read "Democracy Is Not A Specatator Sport."
  • the aroma of barbecue sauce.
  • kissing him infront of all the boys that try to talk to me in the hallways at school.
  • gushing about him to Tanisha at the lunchtable.
  • napping with him on the couch.
  • when we finally get situated in a comfortable position.
  • getting every kiss in before the bus pulls up.
  • massaging his back while he's working at his computer.
  • sunny delight.
oct 8 2011 ∞
oct 8 2011 +
  • lazy movie day on Gramma's couch.
    • The Little Rascals .
    • Anaconda .
    • The Long Kiss Goodnight .
  • writing him letters.
oct 8 2011 ∞
oct 8 2011 +
  • caramel apple suckers.
  • surprising Baby with biscuits and fries from Popeye's that he'd been having a taste for.
  • the little boy Sebastian on The Switch .
  • the frequency of Chicago Ave. buses.
  • talking cartoons with Martin.
oct 3 2011 ∞
oct 8 2011 +
  • white v-neck tucked into booty shorts.
  • no more razor bumps.
  • the decoration in his grandma's livingroom.
  • taking care of business.
  • the smell of sour cream and onion chips.
  • coming home to a quiet house.
oct 3 2011 ∞
oct 3 2011 +
  • stopped after school for an iced chai tea and a red velvet cupcake at Alliance Bakery.
  • being able to supply directions when asked.
  • running into Akila(literally) as she was getting off the train.
  • wearing my hair slicked back in a sophisticated bun.
  • black tanktop with back design like a bow.
  • pretzels.
  • a ridiculous conversation between the boys and Britteney about rape (not a laughing matter) on the steps above the Jackson redline.
  • Anastasia Chatzka boutique.
  • Baby picking me up and spinning me around and making me feel like I was in a chick flick.
  • Josh's words of wisdom.
oct 3 2011 ∞
oct 3 2011 +
  • first day of school.
    • found all of my classes without asking for directions.
    • girls that walked ahead of me taking peeks back at me walking with my red flannel and rolled up sleeves, black skinny leggings, retro shades, and paperback copy of the Autobiography of Malcolm X.
    • my charisma when I feel like being charismatic.
    • not being afraid or uncomfortable to sit alone during lunch, but happy when someone comes to sit next to me.
  • overalls.
  • The Hideout.
    • good crowd reaction coming from a bar full of older people listening to a group of teenagers perform poetry.
  • Robbie Q's sense of humor.
oct 3 2011 ∞
oct 3 2011 +
  • Chicago Jazz Festival
    • maroon spaghetti strap, gonna-get-some-jeans, africa goodwood, Baby's favorite hairstyle.
    • trumpets.
    • Josh finally getting to spit Toy Story .
  • when Baby joined those group of boys that were outside the festival running up a wall. lol.
  • the chess tables outside of the museum.
  • him being the first person I saw when I stepped off the train.
  • sudden burst through writer's block on the bus ride to Ashland.
  • seeing folks chase after him when he got off stage.
  • Shareiff seeking my advice on a girlfriend situation. lol.
  • Baby's church talent show.
oct 3 2011 ∞
oct 3 2011 +
  • Bae's 2nd feature at Lyricist Loft.
  • pink lemonade on a dry throat.
  • finally feeling comfortable enough to invite him inside the house.
  • being unable to walk away when he's upset.
  • having patience.
  • showcasing for Lady Gaga's mom.
  • when i introduce myself to people who actually know the origin of the name "Kush".
sep 6 2011 ∞
oct 3 2011 +
  • making it to his house at the time he wants me to.
  • pre-workout workouts (;
  • pretzel m&m's.
  • not having to watch award shows because of instant coverage on tumblr.
  • the way my body looked in my workout gear.
    • grey leggings,skittle nikes, and black spaghetti strap.
  • dinner on the stove when i come home.
  • Toy Story 2 on abc family.
  • pregnant Beyonce.
aug 31 2011 ∞
sep 6 2011 +
  • A.J. at the doctor's. lmao.
  • my outfit.
    • red flannel tucked and sleeves rolled up, black skinny leggings & aviators.
  • the classic section at the library.
  • straightening my hair with the blowdryer.
  • ringing the doorbell right after he texted me to see if i was close. lol.
  • my exact height.
    • 5'1 & 3/4.
  • unbuttoning my flannel halfway, exposing my bra.
aug 28 2011 ∞
sep 4 2011 +
  • Angel giving me a tour of XSport.
  • the built-in fan on the treadmill.
  • completing a perfect set on the leg extender.
  • the convienient countertop sockets in the locker room.
  • kettle corn.
  • Baby tickling my feet. lol.
  • feeling weary, but accomplished after my workout.
  • shamelessly breaking our celibacy.
  • his touch.
aug 24 2011 ∞
aug 31 2011 +
  • meeting Nelson in person.
    • his eyes.
    • how devout he is in his beliefs.
    • how hyped he gets listening to christian rap and spoken word.
    • him telling me that i have "a pleasant face to look at".
    • the platonism in our friendship.
    • walking through wicker and humboldt park.
  • realizing how much i missed Baby looking at him scan the refridgerator in his bathtowel.
  • when he kisses me passionately with both arms locked around me.
  • when he flexes his pecs (;
aug 19 2011 ∞
aug 24 2011 +
  • when i'm honest with Mama about where i'm going and she approves.
  • The Back-Up Plan .
  • Jamie Kennedy on poorly named sex positions. lmao.
  • ritz crackers and cherry koolaid.
  • how i'm so familiar with his house that it feels like i live there.
  • foreplay.
  • kissing along his spine.
  • the red bottle of bod.
  • sexual anxiety.
  • when he fell asleep near the end of The Back-Up Plan , and all the cute shit that was happening made me look down at him lying on my chest and kiss his forehead.
    • cheeeeessssssseeeeeeeyyyy <3
  • his skin texture.
  • walking up behind him when he's in the refridgerator or scooting behind him when he's sitting on the couch and wrapping my ...
aug 16 2011 ∞
aug 19 2011 +
  • ACM's Fundraiser at the Fleetwood Skating Rink.
    • Baby tightening the laces on my skates.
    • making a slick curve around the rink.
    • getting the hang of it (:
    • Kaelyni dancing in her little no-roll skates.
    • a footrub after taking my skates off.
    • seeing him tend to the babies.
      • watching him help Kahrmelo move.
    • how they warmed up to him <3
    • seeing my mama-in-law have a ball her first time rollerskating.
    • Mama laughing it off after she busted her shit.
      • busting my shit and being able to laugh it off.
    • Akila being her goofy self and seeing her have a good time in spite of all the mes...
aug 14 2011 ∞
aug 19 2011 +
  • orange creme & apple pie flavored extra dessert delights.
  • Ren & Stimpy.
  • my "walk with me" sweater.
  • the vast assortment of pink objects in my room.
  • Dexter's Laboratory.
  • found an extra clean sheet in my messy room.
  • popcorn with hotsauce.
  • a 10 degree temperature drop.
aug 11 2011 ∞
aug 16 2011 +
  • the scent of milk bath.
  • vanilla dream ghiradelli.
  • Never Think - Robert Pattinson
  • walmart shopping with Leche.
  • the steady downpour even though the sun had come out.
  • citrus scented candles.
  • egyptian cotton.
  • hello kitty underwear.
  • a full arch of rainbow with beautifully vibrant colors.
  • how happy Mama was with her gifts.
  • deep pocket pillows.
  • vegetarian tacos.
aug 11 2011 ∞
aug 11 2011 +
  • strawberry toaster strudel.
  • earth colors.
  • finishing my first written application.
  • when he turns to me during "Apology to Our Unborn Daughter" as "the woman who gives birth to you."
  • writing the last page of the first letter i've ever given him, and glancing up to see him asleep on the other end of the couch.
  • sleeping in spoon position.
  • how giddy he was after reading the letter.
  • giving him butterflies.
  • knowing he's the last man i'll be in love with for the rest of my life and being perfectly satisfied with that.
  • "Hey Man, let her go." - Steven Willis
    • lmao.
  • caking shamelessly infront of the rest of...
aug 10 2011 ∞
aug 11 2011 +
  • masking the nasty taste of undercooked, flaccid fries with ketchup.
  • leftover dinner for breakfast.
  • anxious sex against the bathroom door.
aug 10 2011 ∞
aug 10 2011 +
  • his exclamation at my scarlet bra after peeking inside my shirt as we're lying on the couch.
  • loose beach waves.
  • taking photogenic pictures on my camera phone.
  • Martin's random sense of humor.
  • Anything - Jaheim
  • knowing his mama likes me.
  • treating my boys out to ihop.
    • hot chocolate with whipped cream.
    • strawberry banana pancakes.
    • kids eat free. booyah.
  • Forever Mine - The O'Jays
  • my kokorokoko short shirt.
  • when his mama lets him take the car.
  • whenever he busts out in frustration from realizing how much he loves me. lol. damn.
aug 8 2011 ∞
aug 10 2011 +
  • hearing about us from other people.
  • being honest with him about my past.
  • The Grudge Slam.
    • Shareiff's Rihanna piece went too hard.
  • the aroma of a wine flavored black and mild behind Baby's ear.
  • Roger Bonair-Agard's diction.
  • well written personification poems.
  • the vibe of the Chopin theater.
  • Shareiff's praise for the Justice League piece.
  • Lamar pulling up in front of the bus stop offering me and bae a ride home.
aug 8 2011 ∞
aug 9 2011 +
  • waking up beside him the next morning.
  • holding his hand as we walk.
    • cheessyyyy.
  • San Fransisco <3
  • crunchy reese's.
  • ghiradelli raspberry dark chocolate.
  • E.J.
    • he's coo peoples.
  • Sanario.
  • coconut pineapple body spray.
  • Victor from team philly.
  • bra shopping.
  • resolved buttcrack issue courtesy of Sam's belt.
  • Baby & Josh looking extra dapper for finals.
  • riding my frustrations out on him while everyone else was at the afterparty.
  • licking swishers.
aug 3 2011 ∞
aug 8 2011 +
  • takeoff <3
  • my first time on a plane since i was a baby.
  • the way he looked at me while i was staring out the window in amazement.
  • how good he looked in red.
  • my tight grip on his hand.
  • running into Philly at the airport.
    • Hiwot <3
      • she's the cutest person alive.
    • Kai's dreads.
  • the word "jawn".
  • him waking me up to point out the clouds we were flying over.
  • scratching his scalp.
  • massaging his back.
  • his sideburns.. for some reason. lol.
  • Bobby Seale's speech.
jul 27 2011 ∞
aug 8 2011 +
  • getting to the cash register and ringing up less than i estimated.
  • my wooden bunny necklace.
  • a new pack of 18 inch extensions for only $30.
jul 27 2011 ∞
aug 3 2011 +
  • hashbrowns.
  • sex in the mirror.
  • when he passes up shotgun to come sit in the back with me.
  • they boys' reading their horoscopes in birthday book. lmao.
  • "High School Training Ground" at the teacher's conference.
jul 18 2011 ∞
jul 27 2011 +
  • the sweetest "good morning" text i've ever received <3
  • cinnamon crunch bagels with hazelnut cream cheese at Panera Bread.
  • our penny.
  • late night heart-to-hearts.
jul 12 2011 ∞
jul 18 2011 +
  • the moment you pull a pair of skinny jeans over your calves and know they're going to fit perfectly.
  • amazing bargains.
  • bean bag chairs.
  • the bootleg fireworks video.
  • Kaelyni kissing my kneecap because she thought it was bleeding.
  • days when i'm completely content with my reflection.
  • instant relief when my keyboard quit sticking.
jul 8 2011 ∞
jul 12 2011 +
  • skipping.
  • playing hide & seek outside the studio in Tinley Park.
  • everything about Miona <3
  • his arms wrapped around my neck.
  • finding a small lake hidden behind the "forest".
  • Josh's creep face.
  • getting weak in my knees.
  • walking out of an air conditioned building into the heat.
  • Water - Lauryn Hill
  • Dominique/Sam's ipod.
  • Imagine - John Lennon
  • making him happy.
  • peppermint icecream.
  • sleepy humor on the guest bed at Dominique's house.
  • when she came back to the studio from her hair appointment smelling like a salon.
  • I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings By Maya Angelou
jul 6 2011 ∞
jul 12 2011 +
  • giving unexpected birthday hits.
  • not counting calories.
  • random fun facts.
  • A.J.'s little circle of friends.
  • blankets fresh out the dryer.
jul 2 2011 ∞
jul 7 2011 +
  • wearing dresses.
  • real talks.
  • coming up with a raw twist ending for me & Sam's "imaginary friend" piece.
  • when A.J. buys me candy for no reason.
  • scented erasers.
  • sitting in the "principal's office" at yca with Sam and Josh having pointless discussions.
  • the way Sam laughs almost high-pitched when something is really funny.
  • already having an outfit in mind for the day, eliminating the frantic & frustrating search for one.
  • knowing he's still in love with me.
  • 100 Demons by Lynda Barry
  • Dominique's period poem.
  • Josh's personality.
jul 1 2011 ∞
jul 3 2011 +
  • So What - Milly Mango
  • Mama in the kitchen singing gospel.
  • Must Be Doing Something Right - Billy Currington
  • dreams of rollercoasters.
  • That's What I Love About Sunday - Craig Morgan
  • cream cheese frosting.
  • food that puts you to sleep.
  • Jason Michael Caroll's acapella in the "Hurry Home" music video.
  • Alicia Keys' baby weight.
  • artists that don't lipsync at award shows.
jun 26 2011 ∞
jul 1 2011 +
  • how Alex always answers whenever i call.
  • the whipped cream and cherry on McCafe shakes.
  • i was only 10 minutes late this morning.
  • me and Josh sang the entire pokemon theme song with the background sound effects.
  • the "phone home" finger touch.
  • Change Gon' Come by Sam & Malcolm
  • having confidence in my writing.
  • the comfortable silence in YouMedia at 10 in the morning.
  • his biceps.
  • finding a case of water bottles in the pantry.
  • mama always knows when something's wrong with me and let me bawl in her shoulder.
  • Josh brought an extention cord over to the couch so i didn't have to move to the table to charge my laptop.
  • London Bridge - Fergie
  • Milly Mango <3
jun 23 2011 ∞
jun 27 2011 +
  • strawberry preserves.
  • getting a $960 internship at YCA.
    • swag me tha fuck outtt.
  • Mickey D's fries with barbecue sauce.
  • Brother Mike givin me props for my writing skills.
  • the perfect waves in my hair after i brushed them out of the holding spray.
  • horchatas.
  • venting my happiness to mama.
  • remembering there's leftovers in the fridge from last night's dinner.
  • being appreciated.
  • doing good deeds.
  • soft batch chocolate chip cookies.
  • masterposts on tumblr.
jun 20 2011 ∞
jun 24 2011 +
  • Hail Mary - Tupac
  • coming home to an empty house.
  • Words of Wisdom - Tupac
  • blasting music when i'm home alone.
  • One Time - Justin Bieber
  • when he feels on me through my clothes.
  • his breath in my ear.
  • seeing my reflection in a storefront window and liking what i see.
  • bread, butter, and italian food.
  • tampico.
  • wrestling with him for his blanket.
  • scary movies.
jun 17 2011 ∞
jun 23 2011 +
  • seeing Malcolm fidget from across his livingroom table because he wanted to break the agreement that we'd be just teammates.
    • seeing him break the rule that we'd be just teammates.
  • mornings when i feel generous.
  • his reaction when i kiss on his neck.
  • getting a lead on our piece.
  • his vegetarian kick.
  • Jaden Smith.
  • vegetable thins with squeeze cheese.
  • running into Dawante while i was walking home & him offering me a ride the rest of the way.
  • Ego - Beyonce ft. Kanye West.
  • buttering the crusts on grilled cheese sandwiches.
  • him on hard.
  • the sound of him snoring beside me.
jun 14 2011 ∞
jun 19 2011 +
  • My Love - Sia
  • packing like sardines inside Lamar's car on the way to the train.
    • sitting on Sam's lap with our index fingers touching.
  • mini brownies.
  • cracks on the iguana woman. lmao.
    • we're all going to hell.
  • the serbian woman that talked a little too much but was all about revolution with the young people.
  • standing ovations <3
  • Shay's experience with shrooms. lol.
  • remembering my phone is back on & using cta bus tracker when i get to the bus stop.
  • Lamar's poem about not moving to the back of the bus.
  • Angelis' piece.
jun 11 2011 ∞
jun 15 2011 +
  • Lose Myself - Lauryn Hill
  • washing my hands when they were sticky from the heat.
  • Alex Chavez <3
  • the way our friendship never changes no matter how much time passes.
  • lying with my head on his lap and talking about relationships.
  • imitating perfect british accents.
  • Smile - Lily Allen.
  • water shooting from a fire hydrant.
jun 8 2011 ∞
jun 11 2011 +
  • Taraji P. Henson.
  • Silly - Deniece Richards.
  • throwing away old paperwork at the end of the school year.
  • good pens.
  • Through The Wire - Kanye West
  • Patricia Smith's poetry.
  • The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008)
  • when i get all my clothes back after gramma washes them.
  • Love - Musiq Soulchild
  • baked cheese.
  • Patrice O'Neal.
jun 5 2011 ∞
jun 10 2011 +
  • "Don't Trust Them New Niggas Over There."
  • wheat sub buns.
  • Josh Fleming.
  • the ability to touch my face when i'm not wearing makeup.
  • contributing.
jun 2 2011 ∞
jun 7 2011 +
  • Mama's housewife, baking tendencies. lol.
  • smurf cookies.
  • Good Riddance (Time of Your Life) - Green Day
  • finding episodes of Little Bear on youtube.
  • Pocahontas .
  • lying in my bed after i've fixed it.
  • when Akilah comes over.
  • Ms. Fat Booty - Mos Def.
may 30 2011 ∞
jun 5 2011 +
  • seeing a cardinal for the first time.
  • lime scented dishwashing liquid.
  • substantial conversations.
  • what might've been one of the few times i came over and didn't take off my clothes.
  • loyalty.
  • expressing my opinion.
  • a common rush of happiness between us in the moment.
  • Brave New Voices (2008)
  • the concept of the slutwalk.
  • typing without looking at the keyboard.
  • peeking up when giving head and smiling.
may 28 2011 ∞
jun 15 2011 +
  • found and downloaded Spice World .
  • lounging in bed all day.
  • Lil Eric's text. lmao.
  • birthday cake.
  • fruit snacks.
  • finally did something to my hair.
  • my curling iron.
  • new lyrics (:
  • Let Me Fix My Weave - Missy Elliot
  • cleansing my music file of Nicki Minaj.
jan 9 2011 ∞
jan 14 2011 +
  • big hair.
  • singing to nickelback and katy perry on the north ave bus with Aisha Ortiz <3
  • elevator kisses.
  • my relationship with Malcolm.
  • confidence.
  • a flood of new ideas for poetry.
  • that pair of raggedy shoes that you can't bring yourself to throw away.
  • oversized t-shirts without a bra.
  • Amber Rose.
  • Tyler The Creator.
  • earmilk.com
may 23 2011 ∞
may 25 2011 +
  • Sherry's voice.
  • good female mc's.
  • introducing people to open mic spots.
  • olive oil.
  • a nice crowd reaction even though i fucked up my piece, kinda.
  • making it to lyricist loft on time to get on the list when i was sure i'd be too late to.
  • bus drivers that stop when they see you running towards the bus.
  • getting 100%.
  • Look At Me Now - Chris Brown
  • a sick beat with sick bars.
may 18 2011 ∞
may 23 2011 +
  • realizing i can reblog music from people's streampads.
  • Lazy Song - Bruno Mars
  • Britteney Blackrose's haikus.
  • warm bagels spread with plain cream cheese that melts into them.
  • fairies.
  • Ft. Lauderdale's BNV piece about Disney Princesses.
  • mythology.
  • ο άνθρωπος γνώρισε τον εαυτό σου
    • "man know thyself."
  • Stay With You - John Legend
  • my floral print leggings.
  • black cherry air freshener.
may 15 2011 ∞
may 21 2011 +
  • red velvet cupcakes.
  • hot pink lipstick.
  • "We're gonna make babies." - Sam
  • wearing shorts.
  • baby oil on freshly shaved legs.
  • bonding with Josh.
  • Alia's tulip <3
  • catching the last division bus.
  • coming home late & mama's too tired to argue.
  • Nate Marshall.
  • the PSAE test was too easy.
  • school plays.
  • feeling too cool with my shades, long hair, and spaghetti straps. lol.
  • "Hello, Beautiful." - Jarvis
    • hugging him.
  • Britteney Blackrose.
  • pixie haircuts.
may 13 2011 ∞
may 17 2011 +
  • my reputation around the neighborhood.
  • Ms. Kramer looked chill as hell in her boyfriend shirt.
  • hearing his plans for our future after highschool.
  • the texture of ClimaxSkin <3
  • how he reacts when i bite his nipples. lmao.
  • looking at us in the mirror.
  • knowing he trusts me.
  • kissing his forehead.
  • Jenn's babyface.
  • chillin with Leche in my kitchen.
  • chemistry lessons that i actually understand.
may 10 2011 ∞
may 13 2011 +
  • the smell of a hair salon.
  • Malcolm's twists.
    • mm-mm-mmmm <3
  • his comfort with tweaking around me.
  • his singing.
  • random conversations with Martin.
  • bubble kisses.
  • seeing Leche happy.
  • the texture of my hair when i brush it.
  • running my nails across my skin.
  • carbs.
  • the top of a muffin.
  • the tapioca beads in bubble tea.
  • Dimress Dunnigan.
  • mimicking Rebecca Black in "Friday".
  • car ride home with him & Leche.
  • oreo ice cream at baskin-robbins.
  • running into Ashley & Toaster at the bus stop.
  • his fingers on the small of my back.
may 6 2011 ∞
may 10 2011 +
  • the smell of fast food.
  • Single Ladies - Beyonce
  • Devonte's braces.
  • original cheetos.
  • strawberry nutrigrain bars.
  • Sam's reaction to Zeitgeist.
  • vanilla bean cupcakes.
  • pythagorean theorem.
  • Dimi's outfit.
  • verification that i'm joining youmedia's team in BNV.
  • Robbie asking me to do the encyclopedia show.
may 4 2011 ∞
jun 23 2011 +
  • floral print.
  • Claire's.
  • cute, ceramic character necklaces.
  • Signature Vanillas: Cherry.
  • the icing for cinnabon sticks.
  • when the message in fortune cookies is relevant.
  • impressing the judges at the civics fair.
  • when the audience bursted into applause in the middle of my poem.
  • seeing a familiar face and trying to remember why they're familiar.
  • his old navy jacket.
  • when things don't seem so hopeless.
  • chewy cookies.
  • dark chocolate cherry granola bars.
  • the woman with the louis vuitton bag leaned in after we presented to her and told me i was really pretty and should consider going into modeling.
may 1 2011 ∞
may 4 2011 +
  • british singers.
  • frooties.
  • wearing houseshoes outside.
  • Daniel Duron <3
  • how Sam is always happy to see me.
  • praying.
  • the rumble of your train approaching.
  • looking at yourself later in the night & noticing that you don't look as shitty as you thought you did when you left the house. lol.
  • toddlers.
  • remembering what that lady's name was. haha.
  • how Bianca's new daughter looks like a porcelain doll.
  • blessings.
  • the scent of marijuana on Black (;
apr 28 2011 ∞
may 1 2011 +
  • mime praise dancing.
  • ice cream cones.
  • colorful easter eggs.
  • chocolate bunnies.
  • the body in my hair after i took it out the updo.
  • sunday services that don't take all day.
  • seeing Mama happy.
apr 24 2011 ∞
apr 28 2011 +
  • when he's aggressive with me.
  • his persistance when i'm angry.
  • The Worm in the Apple - Ezra Furman & The Harpoons
  • finding his swagbag folded in my purse.
  • making him orgasm with my mouth.
  • the curve of his lips.
  • 69 <3
  • passionate sex.
  • My Heart Will Go On - Celine Dion
apr 24 2011 ∞
apr 25 2011 +
  • Dehydration by Malcolm London
  • changing into warm clothes after coming home from cold weather.
  • Adventure Time .
  • falling asleep in fetal position.
  • Mama pulling blankets over me as I slept.
apr 20 2011 ∞
apr 24 2011 +
  • slick buns.
  • waking up from a good dream.
  • thick & creamy yoplait.
  • this video of twin baby boys having a conversation <3
  • I'd Do It All Again - Corrine Bailey Rae
  • drinking straight from the jug.
  • Fatima Warner.
  • re-watching movies from my chilhood & having a better understanding of them.
  • Space Jam .
  • eggs on buttered toast w/ grape jelly.
  • Terry's crush on me.
  • cancelled plans on days when you really didn't feel like getting out of bed anyway.
  • finding old friends on facebook.
  • Redemption Song - Bob Marley & The Wailers
apr 16 2011 ∞
apr 24 2011 +
  • Mr. Clegg.
  • the way Evan's hair looks when he grows it out.
  • bread and butter.
  • Hawthorne's analysis on leos.
  • standing my ground.
  • The Funky Wordsmyths <3
  • talking things out with Leche on her doorstep.
  • a letter from Columbia.
  • this damn hickey's finally becoming less visible.
apr 14 2011 ∞
apr 18 2011 +
  • doing couple shit with Malcolm.
  • 82 degreeeees.
  • introducing people to oberweis.
  • deep conversations with Vonte on his bedroom floor.
  • Rico's straight-forward-ness.
  • day passes.
  • the way Malcolm acts when he's high.
  • peach green tea.
  • honesty.
apr 12 2011 ∞
apr 16 2011 +
  • Made To Be Together - Trey Songz
  • You and Me - Black Ivory
  • digital cameras.
  • raspberry tea.
  • my family.
  • Kaelyni's voice.
  • powdered sugar.
apr 8 2011 ∞
apr 13 2011 +
  • Sway Swala <3
  • oily massages.
  • Dave Chapelle.
  • raw sex.
  • my makeup/hair still looked deso afterwards.
  • kisses on my forehead.
apr 5 2011 ∞
apr 9 2011 +
  • Signature Vanillas: Lemon Triple Moisture Body Lotion.
  • morning stretch.
  • peach green tea.
  • The Best Damn Thing , Avril Lavinge (2007)
  • sparkling red grape cider.
  • not feeling hungry.
  • feeling pretty with my hair tied up & no makeup.
  • my tummy didn't remain bloated from all the pizza last night.
  • Sean wrote a sober facebook status.
  • waking up to a quiet morning.
jan 1 2011 ∞
apr 24 2011 +
  • Jamal Brinson.
  • Ana's facial features.
  • Never Think - Robert Pattinson
  • Mama & Kelley's recap of the church service in champaigne.
  • tight longsleeves.
mar 30 2011 ∞
apr 3 2011 +
  • whole foods grocery.
  • the smell of fresh bread.
  • vanilla gelato.
  • sales.
  • thrift stores.
  • vintage.
  • dentist goodie bags. lol.
  • bookstores.
  • doodles.
  • I'm Yours - Jason Mraz
  • chocolove candy bars.
  • 90's fashion.
  • making other people happy.
  • brown eyes.
  • mama announced that she quit smoking.
mar 27 2011 ∞
mar 30 2011 +
  • sugar cookies.
  • surprising 81 on my progress report for trig after slacking the whole semester.
  • incense.
  • successfully squeezing out that last dab of lotion.
  • quenched thirst.
  • new tube of mary kay foundation from Gramma Jewel.
  • the rare texts where Malcolm calls me "bay".
  • matchboxes.
mar 23 2011 ∞
mar 27 2011 +
  • first day of spring.
  • Kiss Me - Sixpence None The Richer
  • thunderstorms.
  • oil sheen.
  • hot sauce fries.
  • Freedom Writers .
  • Kaelyni.
    • learned how to say "earrings".
    • her afro.
  • satisfaction after washing the dishes.
  • the speed at which my laptop runs on safe mode.
  • VH1 Soul.
  • cake & ice cream.
  • The Show Goes On - Lupe Fiasco
mar 20 2011 ∞
mar 27 2011 +
  • coming straight home from school.
  • Twin's advice.
  • brand new packs of buscards.
  • the way me & Mekylah's relationship is now.
  • class periods spent in the computer lab.
  • running.
  • the fact that Nelson del Valle is a christian mc.
  • astrology.
  • lips tinted red.
  • big, curled bangs.
mar 19 2011 ∞
mar 22 2011 +
  • small spoons.
  • Up .
  • Chowder .
  • old episodes of Looney Toons .
  • harvest peach yoplait.
  • making lists.
  • "squirrel!"
  • cranberry colored nails.
  • thriller movies.
  • pomegranate juice.
mar 14 2011 ∞
mar 19 2011 +
  • Mr. Green.
  • So Far To Go - Common
  • Work Comp - Mos Def
  • Yesterday - Atmosphere
  • record breaking 10 minute shower.
  • hip hop.
  • DJ Krush.
  • remembering i had a honeybun in my bag.
  • "You know I'ma end up marrying you, right?" - Malcolm.
  • long eyelashes.
  • his hipbones.
  • Akila Rose <3
  • making it home from school in exactly 20 minutes.
  • kit-kats.
  • buttons.
  • cupcakes.
  • the smell of nail salons.
mar 12 2011 ∞
mar 16 2011 +
  • Single Ladies - Beyonce
  • rolling my hair.
  • A Perfect Sonnet - Bright Eyes
  • flirting.
mar 9 2011 ∞
mar 13 2011 +
  • beautiful freewrites.
  • cranberry sauce.
  • grapes.
  • S&M - Rihanna
  • writhing around in bed.
  • OrganiCann <3
  • snapbacks.
  • old radios.
  • hearing my daddy say he's proud of me.
  • Laguna Beach .
  • realizing my self worth.
  • that one friend you always have the same relationship with no matter how much time passes without you speaking.
mar 5 2011 ∞
mar 12 2011 +
  • finding a small, emerging pimple on the top of my cheekbone that strangely complemented my face.
  • red velvet cake.
  • small pastries from starbucks.
  • hit a lick at the walgreens downtown where i found chapstick tubes of carmex (in cherry & strawberry) on sale for 99 cents.
  • Sam from YouMedia <3
  • Mama's sense of humor.
  • Malcolm telling me he loved me for the first time.
  • the word "coffee".
  • Sheryl Crow's voice.
  • Big Daddy .
  • gushy texts.
  • Marlowe Blunt.
  • the exhiliration of walking on stage.
  • K.K.'s full approval of my performance.
  • unity within all the teams at the end of ...
mar 2 2011 ∞
jun 23 2011 +
  • guys who talk like Keenan <3
  • first phone conversation with Dawante.
  • strawberry creme pie with cookie crust.
  • having Kaelyni as my shadow.
  • Dr. Miracle's Gro Oil.
  • perfect sewing needles.
  • walking outside in my pajamas.
  • memorized my solo.
mar 1 2011 ∞
mar 4 2011 +
  • wearing other people's jackets.
  • edible cafeteria food.
  • winning.
  • getting the pink marker without looking.
  • the dance team's harlem renassiance performance.
  • assemblies.
  • "I love you, I love you more, I love you most." - Greg & I <3
  • big boobs.
  • my brass knuckle studs.
  • Kalin took my notes for me when i fell asleep in 6th pd.
  • finally getting the group piece thoroughly memorized.
feb 26 2011 ∞
mar 1 2011 +
  • having a dream about a rare breed of dolphins and vanilla frosting.
  • making my bed.
  • barbecue sauce.
  • Alysia Harris poetry.
feb 21 2011 ∞
feb 25 2011 +
  • Sunkist fruit snacks.
  • finally taking control as captain.
  • push-up bras.
  • Meagan Good.
  • finding a phone store closer to the crib so i don't have to walk all the way to cicero to pay my bill anymore.
  • having money in my pocket.
  • cardigans.
  • much-needed sleep.
  • when hard work pays off.
  • the sound of my sim making a romantic connection.
  • Fridays.
  • pretty words.
  • looking cute and professional.
  • being a lady.
  • starburts with Evan.
feb 19 2011 ∞
feb 23 2011 +
  • Oats and Honey Nature Valley.
  • fairytales.
  • the color pink.
  • having a boyfriend.
  • special connections.
  • my relationship with Devin.
  • tasteful cleavage.
  • Leche remembered to bring her link card & went grocery shopping at the gas station. booyahh :D
  • original Cheetos.
  • Calypso.
  • The Sims.
  • telling my mom about Greg.
feb 15 2011 ∞
feb 20 2011 +
  • finding a roll of quarters & $20 on my bedside when i woke up.
  • my mama <3
  • KFC biscuits.
  • heaing bitches' reactions when my Greg tells them i'm his girlfriend. muahaha.
  • 36 degrees! heatwaveeee.
  • glazed doughnuts.
  • chapstick there when you need it the most.
  • hearing Alfie refer to me, Kila, & Kelley as his 'sisters'.
  • Murray's hair grease.
  • Ancient Egypt.
feb 12 2011 ∞
feb 16 2011 +
  • trying cute, new things with my hair.
  • the word "cute".
  • getting out of hours of testing for the day.
  • girls who are sweet.
  • the path paved through the heap of snow on the curb outside of school.
  • bows.
  • lace.
  • having the favor of the security guards.
  • light excercise.
  • comfortable silence.
  • turning a bad hair day into a good one midday.
  • Beyonce's Grammys performance, If I Were A Boy/You Oughta Know .
  • people who are happy to see you.
  • raspberry white chocolate cookies from subway.
  • s'mores poptarts.
  • He Wasn't Man Enough For Me - Toni Braxton
feb 9 2011 ∞
feb 13 2011 +
  • Bob Marley.
  • chocolate frosting.
  • "yes, it is!" - Kaelyni.
  • putting babies to sleep.
  • black history.
  • fresh snow.
  • the warmify effect in picasa.
  • simple makeup tutorials.
  • rice pudding.
  • small envelopes.
  • when my butt looks big, but i don't feel fat.
  • Mr. & Mrs. Obama.
  • The Star Spangled Banner.
  • good eyebrows.
  • throwing my hair in a bun & still looking attractive.
feb 6 2011 ∞
jul 4 2011 +
  • the moment you realize you're so over him.
  • the smell of coffee.
  • Alice in Wonderland (2010)
  • Kaelyni's new nickname, Gizmo (:
  • playing peek-a-boo with Kaelyni.
  • erasing.
  • Saw 3D .
  • watching a girly movie (_Aquamarine_) while doing girly things (putting on makeup for no occasion, playing in blue, green & pink eyeshadow, & painting my nails pink.)
  • getting a call from the exact person you've been wanting to talk to.
  • finding the movie you've been wanting to watch on your favorite ad-free, popup-free, video site.
  • editing my pictures perfectly.
  • talking to new people.
feb 3 2011 ∞
feb 7 2011 +
  • Jerome's rap.
  • intellectual people.
  • in-depth conversations with Mama.
  • frosted strawberry pop tarts.
  • downloading movies.
  • talking about old cartoons with Herck & Kalin.
  • cheez-its.
  • orange pineapple juice.
  • sudden bursts of happiness.
  • taking the road less traveled.
  • Ritz Crackerfuls.
  • becoming well-acquainted with girls i didn't think i'd get along with.
  • reading poetry in Dr. Bradley's office.
  • giving constructive criticism.
  • no homework.
  • new quarters.
  • finally sewing up the giant hole in the calf of my black skinnies & restoring them back to their original form.
feb 1 2011 ∞
feb 4 2011 +
  • staying up until 4 o'clock in the morning talking to my boyfriend.
  • A Sunday Kind of Love - Etta James.
  • acting motherly.
  • perfect amount of foundation.
  • Kaelyni's half smile.
  • when mama speaks spanish.
  • talking to Mimi.
  • hearing Greg talk about his daughter.
  • Bolthouse Farms smoothies.
  • silence.
  • Sydney from the Bad Girls Club.
  • the way Keldon talks to Kahrmelo.
  • the smell of soap.
  • Titanic .
  • freshly vaccuumed carpet.
  • the smell of food cooking.
  • feeling bubbly.
  • my eyebrows today.
  • Still I Rise - Maya Angelou.
  • smothered potatoes.
jan 28 2011 ∞
feb 1 2011 +
  • It Won't Be Like This For Long - Darius Rucker.
  • a girl i was sure didn't like me told me i was pretty.
  • veggie burgers with barbecue sauce.
  • finally refilled my birth control.
  • bathroom talk.
  • banana creme pie pudding.
  • only had 3 classes & got out at 12:40.
  • Kaelyni learned how to say "titties". lmao.
  • strawberries & white grape juice.
  • Alex's cologne.
  • intellectual conversations.
jan 25 2011 ∞
jan 30 2011 +
  • Greg called.
  • Rayon's first time smoking weed. LMAO.
  • sleeping well.
  • taking a shower.
  • Derrick Stokes' face.
    • i've never smiled so hard at someone's face .
  • grapes.
  • vanilla wafers.
  • when i shuffle my music player & it plays my favorite songs back to back.
  • facebook competitions. haha .
  • lying in comfort after i've finished cleaning.
  • found my long lost uniform shirt.
  • I Don't Like Anyone - Dream.
  • boys who smile with their teeth.
  • Bed Bath & Body Works: Sweet Pea Shimmer Body Mist.
  • Baby Love - Diana Ross & The Supremes.
  • hearing Kahrmelo say his whole name :3
jan 22 2011 ∞
jan 26 2011 +
  • smooth skin.
  • waking up when my alarm clock goes off.
  • On & On - Erykah Badu.
  • people who salt their sidewalks.
  • phonecalls > texts.
  • alone time with Devan.
  • speedwalking.
  • my dentist.
  • chocolate pudding.
  • girls with kinky dreads.
  • pink nailpolish.
  • getting shit done.
  • compliments on my hair.
  • Dunkin Donuts for breakfast.
  • my legs are getting toned.
  • the way Shanay says "Tasheba". lmao.
  • Sean's voice.
  • how Jarvis doesn't complain when i take his food.
  • funny gifs.
  • sunshine in my face.
jan 19 2011 ∞
jan 23 2011 +
  • Keep You - Sugarland.
  • Kaelyni Chanel Weaver.
    • the way she says "Nana!" and "Daddy".
    • the way she smiles.
    • when she sings to herself.
  • listening to Kahrmelo snore.
  • Alex Deante Trent <3
  • cinnamon rolls.
  • water bottles.
  • "The next girl I'll love will be our daughter."
  • movie trailers.
  • loose ponytails.
  • hayleycakes' tumblr.
  • When I Look At You - Miley Cyrus.
  • comfort.
  • texts from people i actually want to talk to.
jan 16 2011 ∞
jan 21 2011 +
  • my comfy grey sweater.
  • milk chocolate M&M's.
  • finally finishing my chemistry project.
  • Edriana singing along to the music I was playing.
  • perfect hair day.
  • my red, satin bonnet.
  • having a mother who has my back when the dean of my school acts like a retard.
  • blueberry tea.
  • making faces with Kaelyni.
  • Mrs. Bowers.
  • Devan Mabins <3
  • making adults look stupid.
  • Mr. Broadway.
jan 14 2011 ∞
jan 17 2011 +
  • Walt Disney's Tarzan (1999)
  • i got my rag.
  • sweet bus driver on his way to the garage gave me a ride to school (:
    • & didn't make me pay bus fare.
  • my waist looked tiny today.
  • primping in the bathroom with Brittney and Darian.
  • finished my quizette quiz.
  • Ms. Temeltas hit the nail on the head with my "From The Rib" poem.
  • Jowan Curtis <3
  • pants that make my butt look cute.
  • cute texts from Lamarcus.
  • Leche reciting Eddie Murphy & Mike Epps comedy sketches.
  • holding Devan's hand.
jan 10 2011 ∞
jan 14 2011 +
  • black raspberry vanilla body spray.
  • tease-for-two products at Victoria's Secret.
  • rocky road ice cream from the carton and girl talk.
  • fried rice with eggs and peas.
  • dogs with chocolate fur.
  • my thickness.
  • how Leche can be low-key girly. lol.
  • black and white pictures.
  • vintage-like perfume bottles with pumps.
  • zumies.
  • universal laptop chargers.
  • giant cinnamon rolls from cinnabon.
  • dry pops on Nikki's bed.
  • the "four winds" cart shop in the middle of the HIP mall.
  • feather earrings.
  • sitting on the curb with my book, waiting on the cicero bus.
  • bathing with the light off and letting th...
oct 10 2011 ∞
oct 23 2011 +
  • it's friday (:
  • Tumblr.
  • productive day at school.
  • feeling pretty.
    • good mascara, messy bun with baby blue ribbon & gold, bow earrings.
  • smelling like lemons and cocoa butter.
  • "You smell good."
  • peanut butter cookies.
  • pretzels with nutella.
  • red cheeks.
  • Devonte Conner <3
  • Ms. Knill was easygoing about catching me up on the work i missed this week.
    • & it's not alot. whew.
  • fulfilled craving of Harvest Cheddar Sunchips.
  • my cold is getting better.
  • finally learning what x & y intercepts ar...
jan 7 2011 ∞
oct 23 2011 +
  • red lipstick.
  • Brittney Day.
  • the looks we get when we walk down the hallway together. lmao.
  • hug from Felty.
  • "that's exactly what i wanted to hear (:" - Jowan Curtis.
  • breakfast for dinner.
    • pancakes and eggs with syrup at 11pm.
  • "LISTEN TO THE MUSIC!" - Mookie.
  • "Rameses, let my people GO!"
  • The Prince of Egypt .
  • finally finishing my CDAS.
  • good outfit day.
    • hot pink houndstooth scarf & hot pink & purple Nike's.
  • Mama let me sleep in longer.
jan 5 2011 ∞
oct 23 2011 +
  • homemade soaps and linen spray.
  • the hot cheetos I had for lunch were surprisingly fye.
  • cherry livesavers.
  • Baby showed up at my school (when I wanted to see him most) with a triple melon calypso and a well-needed kiss.
  • white chocolate hershey's kisses.
  • orange, fall leaves crunching beneath my feet.
oct 10 2011 ∞
oct 11 2011 +
  • "L-Vis Imagines If Tupac Read Etheridge Knight's For Black Poets Who Think of Suicide " by Kevin Coval
  • listening to Leche's new style of poetry.
  • softee coconut oil and scal conditioner.
oct 8 2011 ∞
oct 10 2011 +
  • all went according to plan.
  • thick, new york cheesecake pancakes and splashberries at ihop.
  • how Erin snuggled up on Josh like a baby after he flicked the spider out of her hair.
  • good morning missionary <3
  • J. Cole's lyrics.
  • making Baby sit next to me in the backseat on the ride back to the city.
  • him holding my bangs back as I washed my face.
  • sunshine blinding me.
  • Seventeen Forever - Metro Station
    • playing the chorus in my head and no longer stressing about Mama trippin when I get home (which she didn't, because all went according to plan.)
  • the little girl whining in the booth infront of us sent my biological clock tickin...
oct 8 2011 ∞
oct 10 2011 +
  • spending school days at his house.
  • angel white lingere.
  • scary movies that get to the point right away.
  • Lynn Whitfield's face.
  • breakfast biscuits with syrup.
  • the heavy rain that started pouring while I was waiting on the bus without an umbrella miraculously stopped when I got off.
  • watching missed episodes on demand.
  • the track Baby featured on with Nico.
  • The Italian Renaissance.
  • the way he looked at me after I pulled my hair from the bun.
  • little things he whispers to me while I'm giving him head.
  • his ragged breathing.
  • hearing Martin call me by my name for the first time.
  • deciding that I will finally pay my libra...
oct 8 2011 ∞
oct 8 2011 +
  • juicy ass peaches.
  • Mama's oatmeal cookies.
  • tending to my natural hair.
  • remembering to take my vitamins.
  • picking up good habits.
  • walking around the house naked.
oct 8 2011 ∞
oct 8 2011 +
  • dissecting twinkies in anatomy.
  • turning in completed homework assignments.
  • confidence in my pre-calculus test.
  • Oleg telling the girl sitting next to me in zoology that I'm probably the smartest one in the whole class.
    • (:
  • apples with caramel.
  • having the best diagram drawing.
  • olive oil to straighten my hair.
  • mocha iced coffee.
  • the lady behind the counter at planned parenthood with the piercing beneath her lip.
  • my revolutionary man.
oct 8 2011 ∞
oct 8 2011 +
  • Daddy picked me up from school in the little black Mercedes.
  • garlic breadsticks.
  • venting to Daddy about how frustrating it can be living in Grandma's house.
  • when my mama-in-law addresses me as "Little Girl" when she wants me to come give her a hug.
  • Baby holding my head in his lap after it started hurting.
oct 8 2011 ∞
oct 8 2011 +
  • got on the Division bus at 7:32 and made it to Ashland before 8.
  • harvest cheddar sun chips.
  • dressing warm.
  • how the bus empties at Western when all the Clemente kids get off.
  • $2.00 jeans sale at The Ark thrift store.
  • how sexy he thought I looked in sweat pants. lol.
oct 3 2011 ∞
oct 8 2011 +
  • having big breasts.
  • leaving school out the back entrance avoiding the crowded stairwell.
  • pleasant surprise seeing Bae board the Damen bus I was on.
  • scoop necks.
  • pretty in pink.
oct 3 2011 ∞
oct 3 2011 +
  • the legitimacy of everything in Dollar Tree being priced at exactly a dollar.
  • strawberry flavored water.
  • fudge striped shortcake cookies.
  • Unique thrift store.
  • itty bitty short-shorts.
  • reciting poetry when I'm alone.
  • pumps.
oct 3 2011 ∞
oct 3 2011 +
  • Halloween costume stores.
  • when the Halsted bus pulls up right after we get off the Division.
  • Baby annoying me (in ways that I couldn't help but laugh about) while I was trying to fill out my application.
oct 3 2011 ∞
oct 3 2011 +
  • Me & Bae's picnic at the Chicago Jazz Festival <3
    • Mama's koolaid contribution in a Prego jar. lol.
    • his love for the butt piece on the loaf of bread.
    • Ira Sullivan's rendition of Amazing Grace on bass flute.
      • so. damn. gorgeous.
    • ritz crackers and nutella.
  • Nico came through and watched the show with us.
    • how good him and Bae's friendship is.
  • Lay's potato chips.
oct 3 2011 ∞
oct 3 2011 +
  • leaning the seat back all the way.
  • walking into Walgreen's from 90-degree weather.
  • how much i've grown onto Ms. Cynthia.
  • when he grabs my hand before i grab his.
sep 6 2011 ∞
oct 3 2011 +
  • Freshman Orientation at SAIC.
    • Yuri Lane <3
    • The Neo-Futurists. lmao.
    • Bravemonk.
    • the diversity among all of the incoming freshmen.
  • Baby's charisma.
  • hearing him talk excitedly about all the talented, diverse people he's met.
  • lying facedown over his lap in just my underwear.
  • L-Vis Lives! by Kevin Coval
  • whenever i see Itchy.
  • letting Mama know where i am in the middle of the day.
  • hearing him introduce me as his girlfriend.
  • buscards supplied during performance projects.
  • how in love he looked and was when i had ...
sep 4 2011 ∞
sep 6 2011 +
  • She Think She Grown , Shannon's One Woman Show.
  • Baby coming with me and Mama to orientation.
    • not staying for long.
  • him telling me how much he liked my hairstyle and that i looked like a princess.
  • watching him when he's not looking.
aug 31 2011 ∞
sep 4 2011 +
  • finding Gramma in the kitchen fixing a banana pudding.
  • "Mr. Mersa". lmao.
  • when he reaches for my hand.
  • cookie crisp.
  • Akila's jeannie braids.
  • making him cum.
  • the view from Akila's apartment.
  • long train rides with my baby.
  • the name "Hemingway".
  • imagining the rest of my life with him.
  • Akila's hostessing skills.
  • sharing smoke.
  • waking up in the middle of the night to see him lying beside me.
  • "Why is your father in a coffee can? Because he's dead , Peter." - Due Date
  • his appreciation for the mixed cd i made him.
  • when he shot up while giving me head and yelled, "I love you, Baby!" after he hear..._A Whole New World_ playing <3
aug 25 2011 ∞
aug 31 2011 +
  • One in a Million - Larry Graham
  • finding lost articles of clothing in the abyss of my room and knowing that i can now wear them to school.
  • when Akila stands up for me.
  • The Isley Brothers.
  • Dangerously in Love - Beyonce
  • Kaelyni falling asleep on my chest.
  • brushing my teeth when i really need to. lol.
  • when the people you lend money to remember to pay you back.
  • Everytime I Close My Eyes - Babyface
aug 21 2011 ∞
aug 27 2011 +
  • Wells' no-uniform policy.
  • the landscaping of their courtyard.
  • seeing Lamar working as the cart attendant at walmart.
  • personal grocery shopping.
  • my outfit.
    • "walk with me" sweater tucked in cuffed cutoffs, black flip flops, and africa good wood.
  • these caramel lollipops from Mama's childhood that she found at the gas station.
aug 19 2011 ∞
aug 21 2011 +
  • my backyard during the summertime.
  • switching my hips.
  • cookies and milk for breakfast.
  • how Joshua The Poet is friendly and charismatic to everyone he talks to.
  • $5 earbuds.
  • Can You Feel The Love Tonight - Elton John
  • when Leche turns guys down for me. lol.
    • "She's engaged."
  • finding candy in Mama's room.
  • jeans and flip flops.
  • blocking out the world.
  • I Ain't Mad At Cha - Tupac
  • french toast on raisin bread.
aug 13 2011 ∞
aug 16 2011 +
  • Kelley brought me home 4 mini rice krispie treats.
  • an old video on Akila's laptop of Sukari and Mekylah playfighting and me & Alfie appearing in the background dancing. lmao.
  • discovering that my computer has an on-screen keyboard.
  • warm, pickle-tasting, raisin bread with melted butter.
  • Akila letting me borrow her portable webcam.
  • long awaited grocery shopping.
  • a pretty and comepletely unintentional clipped updo.
  • morningstar veggie corndogs.
  • going through old blog posts.
  • figuring out the correct way of squeezing Piggy's nose to make it squeak.
  • my fruit rollup didn't stick to the white paper.
aug 11 2011 ∞
aug 16 2011 +
  • My 17th Birthday.
    • Mama living up to her promise of my new one o'clock curfew.
    • a pair of peridot mickey mouse studs and pendant.
    • turtle cookies and cream cheese swirl brownies from cake bros.
    • my bohemian black dress with the deep plunge, perfect breast accentuation and a pair of matching, earth tone earrings from Kelley.
    • a 12-page birthday text from my baby that i immediately typed into a notepad document.
    • how Gramma Jewel always remembers to send a card that always gets here exactly on my birthday.
      • the million dollar bill <3
    • Mama Cynthia cooked me a vegetarian dinne...
aug 10 2011 ∞
aug 11 2011 +
  • The Louder Than a Bomb Concert.
    • the opening scene.
    • the on point lighting shifts.
    • Shannon's stage presence and personality during her pieces.
    • how Steven puts his all into every performance of "My Gluttony" even during practice.
    • the relief of Baby running in right before the show started.
      • the slight taste of alcohal he left of my lips.
    • keeping the show going even with some minor slip ups.
    • seeing L3 after a whole year.
  • walking towards bae from a distance and trying to contain my smile.
  • the perfect color coordination in my sea green tanktop, light brown highlights, an...
aug 10 2011 ∞
aug 11 2011 +
  • a daisy he picked from the sitting area beside oak street beach and put behind my ear.
  • sand between my toes.
  • flashes of lightning over the water.
  • feeling sexy in my mini skirt.
  • the curve in my hips.
  • walking on the beach at night.
  • the artwork being traced on the walls of the underground walkway.
  • feeling his abs through his shirt.
  • moonlight.
  • when he kisses the space above my eyebrow.
  • that feeling of security when he's holding me.
aug 3 2011 ∞
aug 10 2011 +
  • saturday morning spongebob & hey arnold with my babies.
    • when the little ones cuddle up with me on the couch and fight to lay on my lap.
  • the opening credits to Alice in Wonderland .
  • just throwing my hair in a clip.
  • veggie burgers with no cheese.
  • how he still made time to talk to me while he was out at six flags.
  • tidying up my room.
  • "The Walrus and The Carpenter".
aug 10 2011 ∞
aug 10 2011 +
  • pawprints in the sidewalk.
  • getting a massive amount of head because i was sore.
  • porch stores in the summertime.
  • feeling him grow hard.
  • falling asleep skin-on-skin.
  • Raise Your Weapon (Noisia Mix) - Deadmau5
  • when he kisses me like he means it.
  • good reactions to my curly hair.
  • having a handful of reduced fare cards and pulling out the one with money on it.
  • footrubs.
  • catering to him.
  • "I really, really, like legit.. love you. Do anything for you." - Me, to him.
  • lying my head on his chest.
  • spending the day at his house.
  • Mayer Hawthorne.
  • Gucci Gucci - Kreayshawn
may 24 2011 ∞
may 28 2011 +
  • "Sweet Dreams" knicknack store on Ashby and College in Berkeley.
  • walking down the hallway that morning and seeing bras hanging from the ceiling. lmao.
  • waking up naked in his arms.
  • the shuttle that took us to the airport because i definitely did not feel like walking to the train.
  • vanilla bean frappucinno from starbucks.
  • finally figuring out how to work the wheels on my suitcase.
  • getting my blunt past security at the airport.
  • loosening uncomfortable clips that tug at my scalp.
  • cheap gas.
  • trying on a bra before i buy it.
  • not getting scolded for sleeping in the boys' room.
aug 8 2011 ∞
aug 8 2011 +
  • nutella milkshakes.
  • tater tots.
  • the philly "trigger" workshop.
    • my partner, Samantha <3
    • venting my story to a stranger.
    • baby listing me in his poem/list.
    • Sam's koolaid poem. lmao.
  • seeing my baby cry.
    • it was the realest, and most beautiful i had ever seen him.
  • Dominique's list of what made her smile and frown for the day.
    • her reading me excerpts from her diary.
  • the team "powwow". smh.
    • the grip in which he held me afterwards.
  • Team Providence <3
aug 3 2011 ∞
aug 8 2011 +
  • Kushnique performing "Housewives".
  • Ms. Cynthia referring to me as "daughter-in-law" for the first time.
  • french fries and mild sauce at Sharks.
  • Chocolate Legs - Eric Benet
  • him driving me home.
  • when he stopped to kiss me in the middle of the parking lot.
  • not having to sit under the blowdryer.
jul 27 2011 ∞
aug 3 2011 +
  • 'Senoritaaaa'. lmao.
  • peanut m&m's.
  • the Justice League piece. smh.
  • paying for something in exact change.
  • free sobes on damen and milwaukee.
  • Shannon's story about how she met the love of her life at bnv.
  • the samurai on the bus watching Dominique dance in the window.
  • red velvet cupcakes and iced chai tea.
jul 18 2011 ∞
jul 27 2011 +
  • Like A Star - Corrine Bailey Rae
  • mixed whole grain cereal with cranberries.
  • syrup on my eggs.
  • me & Dominique's first real performance of PussyPussyPussy went surprisingly well.
  • the boys' obsession with mucho mango arizonas.
  • stolen moments in the stairwell.
  • Shannon's excercise in the park.
  • cakin over Oberweis <3
  • feeling like i have a purpose.
jul 12 2011 ∞
jul 27 2011 +
  • Our 2nd Date <3
    • pad thai noodles.
    • strawberry lemonade slushies from t.g.i. friday's.
    • walking through the park.
    • lying in the grass telling him my "life story".
    • seeing the "real him".
    • our waiter at friday's put 2 straws in the slushie.
    • the decoration on our vanilla bean cheesecake.
jul 12 2011 ∞
jul 14 2011 +
  • morning breath kisses.
  • Ms. Temeltas stopping by yca to give me her blessing for bnv <3
  • her sandstone.
  • Robbie Q. Telfer's blocking in "Clowns".
  • "Albinos" italian beef restaurant. lol.
  • how i can't stay mad at him.
  • when he's not afraid to show me affection around the team.
  • the moment before i put the key in the lock, and he ran up behind me, put his arms around & told me he loved me.
    • i love him so much.
jul 7 2011 ∞
jul 12 2011 +
  • interracial couples.
  • Keldon's long lost twin with a perm "Gabriel". lol.
  • pouty lips on babies.
  • double chocolate sandwich cookies.
  • Leche's weave. lmao.
  • "I'm goin'." - Kaelyni
  • Esperanza Spalding.
  • clean sheets.
  • fireworks bursting in the sky.
  • dippin on Mama when she wouldn't let us leave the picnic. lmao.
jul 3 2011 ∞
jul 7 2011 +
  • staying over for dinner.
    • stir-fry with vegetables & a black bean veggie burger.
  • when he brings his blanket to the couch.
  • Toy Story 3 while cuddling.
  • when he pulls my hair (;
  • huge lightning bolts that light up the whole sky for one second.
  • relieved paranoia after i had convinced myself mama would be waiting at the bus stop when i got towards the house. smh.
  • finding a package from Akila in my bed containing an N'Sync: 'N The Mix dvd & $40 <3
  • french vanilla coffee with cream and sugar.
  • Jen's collection of poems for the workshop.
  • how happy Daddy is to hear from me whenever i call.
jul 1 2011 ∞
jul 4 2011 +
  • positive feedback on my writing skills.
  • finding Tearin' Up My Heart on demand.
  • reading the description for an episode of Single Ladies on VH1 and the names of a couple in the episode are "Keisha and Malcolm". lol.
  • Brother Mike's "Black Dynamite" imitation.
  • Stacey Dash <3
  • veggie delite 6 inches from subway.
    • honey oat, provolone, vegetables, honey mustard, light mayonnaise, and sweet onion.
  • his approval of mama's cooking.
  • Josh's facial expression when he was talking about if he was cast as Jennifer Lopez' man in the movie Selena he'd be smiling in every scene. lmao.
  • Head to Toe by Miles Hodges
jun 27 2011 ∞
jul 2 2011 +
  • Always The Love Songs - Eli Young Band
  • jeans with low-snug pockets.
  • cheese popcorn.
  • make up sex.
  • walking down the street feeling lightheaded and pleasant.
  • Come Together - The Beatles
  • when my hair is easy to manage and doesn't tangle.
  • having buns for my veggie burgers.
  • sanskrit.
  • Bow's face in Lottery Ticket during the restaurant scene when Teairra Mari was whispering in his ear. lmao.
  • Kozmic Blues - Janis Joplin
  • deciding that none of the bullshit matters when it comes to me and him because we're gonna be together regardless.
  • still looking done up with makeup at a minimal.
  • The Girl Can't Help It - Little Richard.
jun 24 2011 ∞
jun 29 2011 +
  • the view from Jen's balcony on the 10th floor.
  • when Sam gets comfortable beside me on long train rides.
  • brisk iced tea.
  • how pizza hut crust tastes sweet.
  • rushing out the house and still getting to work on time.
  • Malcolm molesting me as we're walking up the stairs to yca.
  • Dead Poets Society .
  • splenda.
  • Roger Bonair-Agard's workshop.
  • the beautiful ending in movies where the violin or some type of orchestra music starts swelling in the background.
  • Malcolm's developing swag <3
jun 23 2011 ∞
jun 26 2011 +
  • Peacefest Chicago.
    • vegan gyros.
    • $2.00 rasta bracelets.
    • moshpits.
    • endless dubstep.
    • crowd surfers that fall to the ground because the crowd is too intoxicated/stoned to hold them up. lmao.
    • marijuana in the air.
    • juking with Chance.
    • hippies.
    • free bodypainting.
  • 89¢ ice cream cones.
  • my midriff.
  • cheetos puffs.
  • fresh packs of gum.
  • 30 day bus passes.
  • Charlie Brown.
  • my banana colada fuse tasted slightly of peach cobbler.
jun 19 2011 ∞
jun 23 2011 +
  • Kahrmelo singing "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun".
  • early morning, lying in complete darkness listening to the thunder.
  • the way Kaelyni says "boot".
  • peanut butter and jelly bars.
  • I Always Like Plenty of Napkins by the Neighborhood Writing Alliance
  • finally getting somewhere with the feminist piece.
  • raspberry lemonade.
  • Alex opening himself to me.
  • ice water.
  • getting to the last few questions on a job application.
  • getting asked to do the Louder Than a Bomb showcase in august.
jun 15 2011 ∞
jun 19 2011 +
  • having clear pee.
  • Niq & I finally came up with a concept for our duo piece.
  • making moves.
  • Bitch Magazine.
  • candied yams.
  • The Tide Is High - Atomic Kitten
  • old diary entries from freshman year.
  • faceless sketches scattered in my notebook.
  • A.J. randomly quoting The Iron Giant .
  • finding quotes to put on my blog.
  • Rolie Polie Olie .
  • "Gun and Bullet" - Alexis Marie and Brook Yung
jun 12 2011 ∞
jun 16 2011 +
  • practice was hella productive.
  • poems that are able to make you cry.
  • clever concepts.
  • Shareiff Muhammad.
  • gardens with lots of red flowers.
  • analyzing poetry.
  • discovering the ability to collaborate on google docs.
jun 10 2011 ∞
jun 14 2011 +
  • lemonheads.
  • the relief in waking up from a bad dream.
  • Best For Last (Acoustic) - Adele
  • rekindling.
  • waking him up by rubbing up against him until he starts fucking me.
  • me & Alex's friendship.
    • i know that if all else fails, he'd marry me.
  • the dude behind the counter at the phone store didn't charge me tax on my bill.
  • tying his wrists to the bedposts and having total control.
  • his kisses on my cheek.
  • playfights.
  • sex on the floor.
  • the smell of Sway's t-shirt when i hugged him.
jun 8 2011 ∞
jun 10 2011 +
  • afternoon movies.
  • barbecue chips.
  • Waiting to Exhale (1995) .
  • drives with mama.
  • iced oatmeal cookies.
  • longer days in the summer.
  • thermals.
  • tights.
  • heat that puts you to sleep.
jun 4 2011 ∞
jun 8 2011 +
  • the perfect slice of sandwich bread.
  • floating lemons in the lemonade.
  • sitting under the streetlamps.
  • As Told By Ginger .
  • falling asleep in class and my teacher didn't wake me up.
  • Malcolm rescuing me from the lame in the yellow shirt.
  • my f21 blue jeans rise above my hips and make them look fuller.
  • finishing the scavenger hunt first in & winning a bag of chocolate in chemistry after i was positive i wouldn't.
  • hearing Leche gush about her day with El <3
  • Patrick's baby nephew curling into me and resting his head on my chest.
  • the moment i say "fuck it", put my hairbrush down, flip my hair and get out the mirror.
  • 90's bubblegum pop.
jun 1 2011 ∞
jun 4 2011 +
  • assonance.
  • I Can't Believe It's Not Butter.
  • No One Else - Amel Larrieux
  • smoothing moisturizer over my face after i wash it.
  • cupping my breasts, feeling their weight.
  • thick girls that dance ballet.
  • words that begin with "cl".
  • the letter "p".
  • a random phone call from Jarvis on my house phone.
    • the fact that he remembered the number.
  • the memory of my password journal. lol.
  • good comebacks.
  • when our tumblr posts coincide.
  • For The Girl Who Has Everything - N'Sync
  • the glazed, buttery finish of my cranberry orange muffins.
may 28 2011 ∞
jun 2 2011 +
  • how tight & toned my thighs feel from speedwalking to school.
  • quiet streets.
  • dark, rainy mornings.
  • the wind wasn't blowing.
  • radiodisney throwbacks.
  • reeling the spool back in cassette tapes.
  • finding quarters under my bed.
  • the crunch when biting into carrots.
  • old notebooks.
  • booming thunder.
  • remembering lyrics to a song from your childhood by heart.
  • my "word to everything i love" jean jacket.
may 25 2011 ∞
may 29 2011 +
  • realizing my curls are exactly the same as Taylor Swift's in Teardrops on My Guitar .
  • Love Story - Taylor Swift
  • a cold drink.
  • french fries in mild sauce.
  • the refreshment table. lol.
  • snaps during a poem.
  • pulling the wiring out of my bra.
  • dancing in my underwear.
  • feeling him pulsate against my hips.
  • ctabustracker.
  • it was a couple field day in wicker park. lol.
may 23 2011 ∞
jun 23 2011 +
  • 3 ducks waddling past me on the steps of millenium park.
  • the strumming of a guitar.
  • mama temeltas on the nickelharp.
  • when she visits and brings a whole boxful of homemade cookies.
  • writing a poem on paper (something i hadn't done in the longest).
  • white chocolate.
  • finishing an assignment in spanish that everyone thought was difficult before the bell rang.
  • Jarvis' laugh.
may 21 2011 ∞
may 24 2011 +
  • my curls got fluffier throughout the day.
  • "Love" by Beau Sia
  • "Lessons From a Mirror" by Thylias Moss
  • goldfish crackers.
  • Dominique's personality.
  • devious smiles during sex.
  • playing with my tongue.
  • walking on the bus while it's in motion without stumbling.
  • blurry recollection of last week's chemistry notes made the quiz today easier.
  • immediately finding comfort when i'm tired.
  • Ain't Too Proud To Beg - The Temptations
may 17 2011 ∞
may 21 2011 +
  • "Fuck what I said." - Malcolm
  • falling asleep in his arms.
    • cheesy <3
  • moments when i feel like a housewife. lol.
  • banana bread.
  • Rolling in The Deep - Adele
  • his reaction when i ride.
  • the "shift" scene in Grown Ups .
  • shea butter.
  • still looking damn sexy after he fucked me senseless (;
  • watching boys getting their hair twisted.
  • arguments that end in the morning.
  • When I Look At You - Miley Cyrus
  • mascara that comes off easily.
  • having a way with words.
  • hamburger buns with seasame seeds.
  • the name "Malcom" coincidentally peeking ...
may 13 2011 ∞
may 18 2011 +
  • "I like this song! Daaaance to the music !" - Kahrmelo
  • gooey brownines with peanuts in them.
  • sugar cookies.
  • long phone conversations with K.K.
  • Fuck Love by Keith M. Kelley
  • getting into a car during 80-degree weather so hot you can burn your hand on the seatbelt.
  • circling the school parking lot in Mama's van without hitting any cars (:
  • when vanilla frosties melt into liquid.
  • going for drives.
  • Malcolm suggesting to write my reccommendation for steppenwolf.
  • old fashioned cake donuts.
  • collages.
  • that guy that still wants to be with you no matter how much time has passed.
  • the little chunks of peaches in harvest peach yoplait.
  • Mama's attraction to Mr. Siphus.
may 10 2011 ∞
may 14 2011 +
  • "I heard 'pussy'." - Dimi.
  • the freedom that comes with not wearing foundation.
  • A Song For Mama - Boyz II Men.
  • hailing a taxi for the first time by myself.
  • the facial expressions Dominique makes.
  • the freedom riders at panda express <3
  • blowing with my baby.
  • falling back to sleep for another 10 minutes.
  • Lacrecia Birts.
  • stepping onto a heated bus after you've been standing in the cold at the bus stop.
  • when he referred to me as his 'girl'.
may 7 2011 ∞
may 12 2011 +
  • pastel color coordination in my mosaic.
  • how my growth lotion smells.
  • a good laugh.
  • "sanctu-ary!" - Samuel Carroll
  • the word "gilded".
  • hippie hair.
  • 2:19 days.
  • going to assemblies instead of class.
  • finding the spanish test pretty easy even though i didn't study.
  • bursting out into "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" and The Temptations after rehearsal.
  • Shannon's praise dancing. lmaaaao.
  • cute layering of my sweaters.
  • unusually good hug from Toaster.
may 4 2011 ∞
may 8 2011 +
  • Superman - Joe Brooks
  • Shannon finding 6 one days on the table at yca & splitting them between us. lmao.
  • the smell & silky texture of new hair extensions.
  • the viewpoint excercise.
  • Mama making my favorite foods for dinner.
  • Kaelyni nuzzling into my neck when I cradle her.
  • good friendships with exes.
  • You Oughta Know - Alanis Morrisette
  • finding a new box of frosted flakes in the pantry.
  • the home/chillspot feeling i get from yca.
  • the way Sam performs.
  • when the kids are out & i just sit in bed playing my music.
may 1 2011 ∞
may 6 2011 +
  • running my hands along my spinal bone.
  • thinking of the perfect facebook status. lol.
  • Wouldn't Change a Thing - Demi Lovato & Joe Jonas
  • the smell of coffee.
  • the soft, snipping sound of cutting hair.
  • Corpse Bride .
  • the finished project of my animal rights collage.
apr 28 2011 ∞
may 4 2011 +
  • Nelson <3
  • Gmonte & Baron yelling my name & singing 'Kush Is My Cologne' when they saw me in front of the gas station.
  • curling up in a warm blanket.
  • good dreams.
  • waking up with perfect hair.
apr 25 2011 ∞
apr 30 2011 +
  • girl scout cookies.
  • "joyce"'s birthday surprise at the italian restaurant.
  • the way his jacket smells.
  • how happy mama gets when i hug her randomly.
  • there was no air conditioning on the upper level of the metra.
  • the sound of a blunt's filter burning as i inhale.
  • One and Only (Live) - Adele
  • facebook pictures of Malcolm when he was 14.
  • his reaction to "Starvation" <3
  • organic hair care products.
  • Finding Neverland .
apr 24 2011 ∞
aug 21 2011 +
  • the domestic feeling i got from washing Malcolm's hair in a bra & basketball shorts.
  • morning cuddling.
  • "air burgers".
  • Shannon's "goldilocks" hair <3
  • early dismissal.
  • Arturo's commendation of my poetry.
  • being a member of The Board.
  • imperfections.
  • the fact that he isn't a beefy, pretty boy, jock like so many other boys i've been with.
  • being pleasantly sore.
apr 16 2011 ∞
apr 20 2011 +
  • Ralphiel Weaver <3
  • the fabric softner Leche put in my washer smelled like banana laffy taffy.
  • when the air outside is warmer than the breeze that you feel before you step into it.
  • cute, character magnets.
  • "Keisha.. hug.. tiss." - Kaelyni
  • spazzing while pushing the laundry cart across the street on grand & kildare. lmao.
  • my sister, Dee.
apr 18 2011 ∞
apr 24 2011 +
  • the poem Darryl wrote for me <3
  • piña colada misitcs.
  • chivalry.
  • cranberry nut cereal.
  • burger king with Malcolm.
  • sex on stairwells.
  • pizza boxes.
  • when K.K.'s in a playful mood.
  • the way my hair looks without me flatironing it.
apr 16 2011 ∞
jun 23 2011 +
  • doing the unexpected.
  • words spoken in passion.
  • feeling myself.
  • "I want to be everything to you."
  • High School Training Ground by Malcolm London
  • understanding.
  • letting my guard down.
  • moments when i notice how beautiful he is.
  • "I'd rather have things be confusing with you than not have you in my life at all."
  • finding my long lost vanilla frosting lipgloss in one of my jackets' pockets.
apr 13 2011 ∞
apr 16 2011 +
  • moccasions.
  • chilli cheese fritos.
  • found my phone charger after i was sure i'd lost it.
  • substitute teachers.
  • when Devan blows me kisses.
  • cuddle weather.
  • Cosmo magazines.
  • Lady Gaga.
  • bestfriends.
apr 9 2011 ∞
apr 13 2011 +
  • Freedom Riders documentary.
  • the old 50's ice cream music they play over the speakers in oberweis.
  • Diane Nash.
  • heavy board meetings that i run home & further discuss with mama.
  • Brother Mike Hawkins.
  • Sam's hugs.
  • Robbie Q's haircut.
  • noticing that Lovely bakery didn't get sold & i just tweaked.
  • spirtiual hymns.
  • sitting right beneath the heating vent on the bus.
  • old people.
  • the odd, calm feeling after making a breakup where you realize that everything's gonna be alright.
  • knowing i'm not pregnant.
  • Leche carried my heavy ass backpack for most of the day when i told her my shoulde...
apr 6 2011 ∞
apr 9 2011 +
  • the High Hopes campaign against cps.
  • vanilla milkshakes at Oberweis.
    • the smell of Oberweis.
  • having innocent fun with my best friend, Leche.
  • cute outfit choice.
    • oversized mickey mouse sweater, with black & white high tops, black skinnies, and gold, diamond encrusted hoops.
  • the lounge area at Alliance bakery.
  • Rev. Robert Biekman <3
  • realizing how great life is now.
  • fantasizing about the future.
apr 3 2011 ∞
apr 7 2011 +
  • yoplait whips! chocolate mousse style.
  • jazz.
  • listening to Adele while i'm in the shower.
  • when pandora plays my favorite songs back-to-back.
  • the way my pineapples tasted slightly of liquor.
mar 30 2011 ∞
apr 3 2011 +
  • lock-worthy texts.
  • revolutions.
  • the border of cheese and crust on little caesar's cheese pizza.
  • ice water.
  • Kacey was over excited to see me.
  • finding old notes-to-selves.
  • string cheese.
  • dream matte mousse foundation.
  • having money leftover.
  • independence.
  • taking my bra off at the end of the day.
mar 27 2011 ∞
apr 1 2011 +
  • the face Darryl made when he jagged in the middle of his poem. LMAO.
  • my hair was extra fluffy.
  • tweaking on the bus with my broads.
  • my babydaddy's little facial hair.
  • strawberry hostess cupcakes.
  • extra sleeping time while Twin was in the bathroom.
  • Shariel Green <3
  • Pinky's hair.
  • sunflowers.
mar 24 2011 ∞
mar 29 2011 +
  • shirts in extra small.
  • lightly swinging my ponytail as i walk.
  • the sweetened puddle of milk at the bottom of the cereal bowl.
  • when Ms. Temeltas has food in her class the days i don't have lunch money.
  • Kelley's words of wisdom.
  • red plastic cups.
  • when there are actually cups in the kitchen.
  • Honey Nut Cheerios.
  • small animal figurines.
  • seeing Leche all giddy over a guy.
  • easy assignments.
  • accidental color coordination with my boyfriend.
  • rice pudding.
  • 35¢ packs of gum.
  • hot chips.
mar 22 2011 ∞
mar 27 2011 +
  • raspberry shea butter body wash.
  • cheesecake.
  • no uniform.
  • salt & vinegar chips.
  • charming people into giving me what i want.
  • Martin's love for science.
  • listening to him read to me about Neptune.
  • dirty talk.
  • the way Malcolm handles my body.
  • interesting debates.
  • Uncle Trini.
  • haters.
  • my "keep calm and have a cupcake" journal.
  • good razors.
  • aggression during sex.
  • Spend My Life With You - Eric Benet featuring Tamia
  • Malcolm X.
  • old black and white photos.
mar 19 2011 ∞
mar 22 2011 +
  • it was still exceptionally light outside at 6 due to daylight savings time.
  • the gust of cold air that blew in the door was colder than the air that was actually outside.
  • when Mrs. Bowers teaches.
  • chocolate chip muffins.
  • arizona iced tea.
  • the way Devin looks at me.
  • having the upperhand.
  • floral designs.
  • tattoos.
mar 16 2011 ∞
jun 23 2011 +
  • Louder Than a Bomb Team Finals.
    • Kevin, Nate, & Edris' opening of the show.
    • From The Old Folks' Home - Northside College Prep
    • Itchy's voice.
    • Women At The Water - Nina Coomes
    • Kumba Lynx' group piece.
    • Milana's facial expressions when she performs Closed Mics .
  • subway cookies.
  • belmont street.
  • st. patrick's day (parade) spirit.
  • Sam's hugs.
  • All We Do Is Juke - BBU
  • the member of BBU with the long hair and hat tilted backwards.
  • the Vic theater.
  • running to the bathroom during the break, seeing the ridiculously long line, then remembering there's a bathroom in the dre...
mar 14 2011 ∞
mar 17 2011 +
  • having my mom, Leche, and Akila on good terms.
  • "nibbelerrrs".
  • the car ride home from victory gardens.
  • Malcolm's prescence on stage when he reads "Beautiful Sounds".
  • pep talks.
  • when Kevin Coval sat down face to face with me and told me that if this is what i wanted to do - if i wanted to be a poet for my career - then i could do it. and he could help me.
  • Nina's poetry.
  • hugging strangers.
  • that one dude, Willie, who came up to me twice and gave me amazing hugs and praise.
  • the audience's love.
  • Roger Bonair-Agard.
  • America's Dog.
  • Navy Pier.
mar 12 2011 ∞
mar 14 2011 +
  • Caress body soap.
  • chilling in mama's room.
  • after-shower comfort.
  • discovering hidden chocolate doughnuts in mama's room.
  • the smell of garlic.
mar 6 2011 ∞
mar 12 2011 +
  • Dominique's "Hips" piece.
  • Malcolm.
    • running to the chicago theater to see me.
    • coming in just as i walk off stage, but displaying the highest adoration he's shown for me thus far while i wasn't giving him an orgasm.
    • holding his hand throughout the show.
    • when he kissed his fingertips and pressed them against my cheek and my lips.
    • his voice.
  • ditching school to go listen to a poetry slam.
  • shamrock shakes from mcdonald's.
  • when the cashier looked up from the register and smiled at me.
  • the "WHEN HAVE I EVA??!" joke.
  • laughing until my stomach hurts.
  • Jewel-Osco.
mar 4 2011 ∞
mar 7 2011 +
  • having Ant direct our group piece choreography.
  • Garret's carmel popcorn.
  • the little gummy beads in peppermint gum.
  • stolen kisses.
  • seeing Darryl so pleased with my poem "Speak".
  • making up.
  • Cush's compliments.
  • actually doing work in 6th period.
  • the last piece of hazelnut chocolate.
  • mini muffins.
  • Devin's girlfriend didn't come to school.
    • that was bad. i shouldn't have wrote it. but at the same time, i won't erase it.

-shrugs-

  • making the decision to continue the compe...
mar 1 2011 ∞
mar 5 2011 +
  • my skin is still moisturized and silky by the end of the day.
  • Chips Ahoy!
  • eating in moderation.
  • intensive poetry practices.
  • the look on Ms. Temeltas' face when she hears a powerful line.
  • when Leche buys me Cheez-Itz without me asking for them.
  • rehearsal in 3rd period.
  • having a substitute.
  • performing for my 4th period.
  • my light brown eyebrows.
  • how my makeup looks by the end of the day.
  • when the moment you've been waiting for finally comes.
  • feeling like Lizzie McGuire in the "First Kiss" episode walking in her house after she kissed Ronnie..
  • being kissed with hands on my face.
feb 26 2011 ∞
mar 1 2011 +
  • Adrian's facial expressions.
  • when he calls me "Kusherrel".
  • running into all the homies at the same place at the same time.
  • hearing about an ex being bitter about losing you.
  • link cards.
  • Hershey's cheesecake at Burger King.
  • Marshall Walls <3
  • My BF, Head.
  • ending grudges.
  • seeing and spending a little time with Greg since it's his only day off until sunday.
  • when people think highly of you.
  • being the good guy in the situation.
  • making people smile.
  • getting asked to be the manager of the football team.
  • hazel eyes.
  • boyish looks.
feb 23 2011 ∞
feb 26 2011 +
  • China Blue.
  • chance meetings.
  • reciting poetry on the north avenue bus.
  • poets.
  • Kevin Coval.
  • Robbie Q.
  • Little Caesars.
  • vanilla frosted donuts.
  • moments when i feel like a teenager.
  • happy nerves.
  • Malcolm London <3
  • writing a good poem on the spot.
  • bus drivers with a sense of humor.
  • Angela Jackson.
  • Marc Smith.
  • Toaster's poem about white people.
  • seeing Krista again.
  • having K.K.'s best interest.
  • being called "bay".
  • my sim finally found love.
feb 20 2011 ∞
feb 23 2011 +
  • eating chinese food with the musketeers.
  • bad day but a good hair/makeup day.
  • having a boss that cares.
  • non-romantic intimacy.
  • my sim got a good ass promotion.
  • one-on-one teaching.
  • the "all-knowing" look between me and Devin.
  • "You're not chasing squirrels, but you're staring longingly at them." - K.K.
  • lying my head on a shoulder.
feb 16 2011 ∞
feb 20 2011 +
  • chocolate milk.
  • the feel of my stomach growling.
  • Accidentally in Love - Counting Crows
  • I'm a Believer - Smash Mouth
  • Suave Limited Edition Seasonals: Whipped Cocoa.
  • walking outside the first day of the pre-spring season without a coat.
  • going out of my way for my boyfriend.
  • muffins.
  • I'll Miss You Most - Gordon Chambers
  • movies in bed.
feb 13 2011 ∞
feb 17 2011 +
  • the word "jabberwocky".
  • hair swept back carelessly.
  • looking into people's eyes.
  • K.K.'s surprisingly soft dreadlocks.
  • my royal blue longsleeve.
  • being sure of myself.
  • purple eyeshadow.
  • the creases in full lips.
  • warm hamburger buns.
  • figuring out my new favorite bus driver's route.
  • falling asleep in chemistry the whole period with no one trying to wake me.
  • when my phone immediately sends the text.
  • my niggas <3
  • texting new people.
  • moms that remember that you prefer peanut granola bars instead of almond & shop at whole foods for you because they understand your obsession with organic food.
feb 10 2011 ∞
feb 14 2011 +
  • By Your Side - Sade
  • bright eye makeup.
  • neo soul.
  • near empty classrooms.
  • good hair/makeup days.
  • pacifiers.
  • drinking out of the jug.
  • cute teachers.
  • the spare dollar.
  • favorite sites that the school doesn't block.
  • bags of chips with more chips than air.
  • coincidences.
  • string cheese.
  • finishing homework in class.
  • chocolate chip cookies.
  • gushing about my boyfriend.
  • baked beans & jiffy conrnbread.
  • Lifetime - Maxwell
feb 7 2011 ∞
feb 11 2011 +
  • my nails didn't fuck up while i slept.
  • hearing Greg tell me he loves & misses me.
  • eating what you have a taste for the moment you realize you want it.
  • falling asleep with a smile on my face.
  • only going to school for one day this week & it's okay with my mom.
  • dreams that you can remember vividly.
  • Ocean - 3LW
  • perfectly buttered toast.
  • Lie About Us - Avant ft. Nicole Scherzinger
  • jiffy cornbread & cabbage.
  • Butta Love - Next
  • mini chocolate doughnuts.
  • watching disney movies while i shower.
feb 4 2011 ∞
feb 8 2011 +
  • Greg's reaction to my love note.
  • snow day.
  • Juno .
  • Walt Disney's Tangled .
  • nacho cheese doritos.
  • damp hair.
  • trail mix.
  • oranges.
  • the smell of popcorn.
  • being at home while all the kids are at school.
  • tv.blinkx.com.
  • Mayor Daley announced that all CPS schools are closed tomorrow.
  • chicago blizzard 2011.
  • when Kelley leaves out her flatiron.
feb 1 2011 ∞
feb 5 2011 +
  • Changes - Tupac.
  • inspiring quotes.
  • Just Me by Paris Hilton.
  • trimmed my hair & it looks good.
  • moisturizing every inch of my body.
  • Baby, I'm a Fool - Melody Gardot.
  • goofing with akila.
  • conviniently discovering a box of chocolate chip cookies on dad's countertop after i've been craving them all day.
  • carrot cake.
  • my panda, booski <3
  • writer's block breakthrough.
  • getting out of the house.
jan 29 2011 ∞
feb 2 2011 +
  • veggie burgers at Burger King with no cheese & a small fry.
  • Greg's kisses.
  • warm apple danishes.
  • my niggas <3
  • clever freestyles.
  • Devin's flow.
  • Mo' Money, Mo' Problems - Notorious B.I.G. ft. Mase & Puff Daddy.
  • blues music.
  • harmonicas.
  • maintaining an uncomplicated relationship with my ex.
  • PDA.
  • positive criticism.
  • Ordinary People - John Legend.
  • fixated eye contact.
  • being babied when i feel like a baby.
jan 26 2011 ∞
jan 30 2011 +
  • late night phone conversations.
  • graham crackers.
  • being a listener.
  • Raining Men - Rihanna ft. Nicki Minaj.
  • gentlemen.
  • vanilla cupcake scented candles.
  • honeybuns.
  • when things go according to plan.
  • deep conditioning lotion.
  • Extra Dessert Delights.
  • Love of My Life - Erykah Badu ft. Common.
  • perfect eyebrows.
  • opening new makeup.
  • photogenic days.
  • v-necks.
  • bouncy curls.
  • everything Kaelyni Chanel Weaver does.
  • Keldon's laugh.
  • instant relief while walking up the front porch steps after a long walk.
  • Selena .
jan 23 2011 ∞
jan 27 2011 +
  • beach waves.
  • flat stomach.
  • my boobs looked unusually perfect.
  • Devan's head on my chest.
  • peanut butter granola bars.
  • kissing boys on their neck.
  • Malik's height.
  • Kaelyni's voice.
  • both of my buses pulled up just as i reached the bus stop.
  • made it to all of my classes.
  • talking to Evan.
  • attention.
  • my hello kitty baby blanket.
  • Spongebob Squarepants.
  • hearing about myself from other people. lol.
  • when Vonte calls me "baby"
  • Devin's massages.
  • Hamlet's puns.
jan 20 2011 ∞
jan 24 2011 +
  • reading old asks in my blog's archive.
  • fasted all day.
  • rain washing away snow.
  • 35 degrees.
  • playfighting with Alex.
  • lying with my head on Alex's lap.
  • Monsters in Humans Form: Vol. 1 , Proper Flo.
  • 10 extra dollars in my pocket.
  • great hair day.
  • Mama's bedroom mirror.
  • the way my tiny t-shirt from the 6th grade looks on me now.
  • the great realization that i am quite tiny, myself.
  • running my hands through Alex's dreads.
jan 17 2011 ∞
jan 21 2011 +
  • kisses on my belly.
  • wrapping my arms around a tall body.
  • people who want to see me succeed.
  • Michael's swag.
  • Mr. Montage.
  • Gregory Dobbs <3
  • piggyback rides.
  • kisses on the cheek.
  • sleeping in.
  • being home alone.
  • walking on snow without stumbling.
  • baking muffins.
  • eating under 300 calories.
  • found my keys.
  • flat tummy all day.
  • long, jockey socks.
  • the feel of my skin after i shave.
jan 14 2011 ∞
jun 23 2011 +
  • productive mood.
  • Chris Durham's smile.
  • peanut butter Nature Valley.
  • chili cheese Fritos.
  • apple juice.
  • warm blankets.
  • phonecalls from Sean.
  • Lizzerick's signature on his texts.
    • Man I LOV dat KUSH she JUs Rite <3
  • my hair wasn't terribly ruined by the snowstorm.
  • when Keldon lets me baby him.
  • Devan's hug.
  • straightening my hair.
jan 11 2011 ∞
jan 16 2011 +