Sip of Inspiration: DIVAS!!!

I love being a Diva...

and it is IMPERATIVE that I teach my daughters the importance of realizing EARLY IN YOUR LIFE that being a Diva is more than a blessing...it is a your Birthright.

One you must Learn to Earn so that you can Be the Best in Your Success. (Come on now!)
You were created to be nothing less.
You...my beautiful ladies...were created for Excellence.
Each trial, victory, lesson and defeat is another stroke towards the most meaningful painting an artist could ever create, Your Life.
And yes (you guessed it.. :) God IS and ALWAYS WILL be the MASTER ARTIST.

As you Experience, Learn.
As you Learn, Grow.
Understand and Embrace your worth.
Realize that you Are a Diva.
DIVAS!!! (Divinely Incredible Victorious And Successful)

Until Next Time...
D.D. Walker

Sip of Inspiration: Remain unbiased

You think you know... But you have no idea. Uphold NO ONE in their wrongdoing... Even a person you can't comprehend doing a thing out of line. Think about the parts of YOUR life, personality, character, flaws, etc that you keep hidden from the common world... Do u not think others do the same? Trust in nothing 100% ...but God. Only HE can place dependable human beings in your path. Judge no one based off what another may tell you, you govern your opinions by what that person has personally shown you. No one can please everyone, this we All should know.


Until Next Time...
D.D. Walker

Sip of Inspiration: Your Problem

Ok. So being an unbiased thinker means u may often have to place yourself under the same realistic scrutiny that you place others. When dealing with a PROBLEM (whatever it may be), analyze YOUR contribution to the issue. It may be one of two things. Either your DELIVERY or your RECEPTION is inaccurate.. Listen as Pass...ionately as you Speak...and understand that Different does not ALWAYS mean Wrong. Balanced and Fair Communication can conquer countless battles.


Until Next Time...
D.D. Walker

Sip of Inspiration: Quality

Quality. Surround yourself with it. In every aspect of your life. Time, People, Foods, Counsel, Music,... Nurture the Expectation of Excellence within yourself and all that which surrounds you. And understand this, Quality is not always expense related. Choose fruit over junk, take the stairs instead of the elevator, ...stay indoors with good company instead of going out to the fight the night life alone, pray instead of worry, smile when you feel like cursing out the world, remove yourself from gossip and align yourself with encouragment, Love Completely and Shamelessly.... U get the picture. Quality people. Accept and RETURN nothing less.

Until Next Time...
D.D. Walker

Loving my lunch...

This has to be, by far, the most relaxing lunch break I have had in a long time. And I am not doing anything but sitting in my car, listening to music with the windows cracked while I tap away at this laptop...but for some reason, Im enjoying a little more today. (smile) 

Time is winding down on me.  The break from school, brief though it was, was very refreshing. I feel as if my mind has been charged, my priorities are back in line and my focus is sharper than ever.  Have another full schedule, of course....5 classes to be exact. I'm not worried in the least.  This semester, I am taking no prisoners...(flexing my biceps..lol)  I have been a little worried lately about my chosen field.  Journalism, especially print media, isnt what it used to be.  But perhaps thats why I am sharpening my craft right now...so I can change the game. Even a little bit is better than nothing at all! (smile harder)

Anyhow, my lunch break is coming to an end. As is this post. :)  I will blog ya soon...until then,

Be Blessed!



Until Next Time...
D.D. Walker

U-Won-te Savior Poetry and Tee Event

The annual U-Won-Te Savior (You Want a Savior) Poetry and Tee event is known to deliver to its audience Talent, Encouragement as well as Spiritual Enlightenment. I am pleased that Amps Dallas and Pen My World received an invitation to attend this brilliant event because it was truly worth every second that we spent in the building.

The unity behind the scenes was commendable. Entrance was simple and organized, the structure of the show itself was well-thought out and the comfort of the attendees was always demonstrated to be prime priority. The performances at the event ranged from a cappella musical renditions to intense spoken word pieces crafted to provoke the mind and convict the heart, such as the moving presentation given by the GRIP Poetry team out of Shreveport, La.

Each act had its own intensity, its own message and its own unique delivery. What a blessing to be a part of such a powerful Christian movement. Speaking of unique, what a perfect way to introduce the guest star of the entire affair, the U-Won-te Savior T-shirt line.

Created by Y'wante James as a trendy symbol of pride for Believers, the apparel line launched at this event allows you to effectively spread the Power and Positivity of God’s Word without ever saying a thing.
Although the Divine Idea for the U-Won-te Savior T-shirt line was conceived well before now, the groundwork for this movement was officially established in 2009.  His desire to create these encouraging t-shirts started 2 years ago after he realized that OUR Creator was better than any other designer known to man. For that Creator IS the Designer of Man. So, taking a spiritual stand, Y’wante stepped righteously out on Faith and created a brand for Jesus.  U-WON-TE SAVIOR Tees seek not only to encourage, to entice and to educate those that may not have a personal relationship with our Savior, but also to showcase a Supremely Stylish Spiritual Swagger. All while exhibiting to the world that you are a Proud Child of God.

Sport a U-WON-TE SAVIOR Tee
Because to a Non- Believer,
You could be the closest thing to Jesus they will ever See

Hope to see each of you next year at the annual U-Won-te Savior Poetry and Tee event!




Until Next Time...
Dani Walker

PenMyWorld.com

Justice.... Biased or Not?

A stone fixture of hope and fairness promoting faith in an ever evolving legal system, Lady Justice stands tall. But with her blindfolded eyes and balanced scales of impartiality, she merely symbolizes what we DESIRE our justice system to be not what accurately represents its state today. The various stories that I have read on different threads and blogs...or seen in newspapers and on television describing personal discrimination from the law are significant examples of imperfect people (which we all are) placed in positions where not only is perfection expected but it is a necessity…a necessity only if we want to continue to believe with conviction that our justice system has no bias. Obviously, humans will never be perfect in every way; therefore, anything run by them will contain flaws as well.

Nowadays, reverse racism is just as prevalent as “traditional” discrimination. In my own personal opinion (as I continue with this example allow me to trivially point out that I am an African American woman), there is no difference between a White Woman grabbing her purse when she sees a black man and a Black Man assuming the white woman standing alone next to him on the elevator is prejudice because she clutches her purse closer. Sure…it happens, and oftentimes it is racially motivated…but surely not EVERY time? If we ever hope to evolve as a people, we can’t continue to use the Fear of being mistreated as a provocation to mistreat. Perhaps that means I’m secretly prejudice of all races and genders…because if I am alone on an elevator with ANYONE that I cannot physically overpower should a random criminal act occur, I become more guarded and aware as well. Of course, not to the extent of offending the other party or making myself seem psychotic…but enough to make myself consciously aware of my surroundings. Nowadays, you can never be too careful and indiscriminate violence is not limited to a particular race or gender..

Reactions to the O.J Simpson trial were divided almost squarely down the middle, with Whites favoring a Guilty conviction and Blacks championing for an Acquittal. The White community initially held O.J. in high regard. From his football and commentating careers, down to his acting stints…the world loved him. He even received preferential treatment from law enforcement during his tumultuous marriage to Nicole Brown. However, the persuasive case evidence presented by the prosecution quickly shifted their praise to disgust. Whereas, the Black community saw this trial as a conduit of future misconduct by law enforcement. Their focus was primarily on his race and the history of legal injustices in their culture. To Blacks, the evidence wasn’t compelling enough. Although he was freed on those charges, he is now currently serving time in prison for another crime. Was this conviction given on solid evidence or as retribution for the lost murder conviction 13 years ago? Please check out this site for great additional information! http://www.law.umkc.edu/faculty/projects/ftrials/simpson/oj.htm
Of course our White brothers and sisters express general faith in the Justice System. It was created, governed, and altered by their ancestors throughout history. Their personal run ins with the law, for the most part, have been consistent enough to raise such confidences. I’m sure they do not believe it is perfect, but I’m certain they do not share the same fears of the legal system that other races have due to the fact that these other races base their apprehension with the Justice System on those relevant occurrences in their immediate and historical pasts.

Without a doubt our Justice System is biased. In comparison to our legal structure of the past where murderers were knowingly set free (such as the Emmett Till case where two white men admitted to killing a black child AND sold the confession to a magazine but were still Acquitted), we have come a considerable way on the path of justice and equality. But we still have far to go. Our system is not only biased by race, but by economic status and even the political aspirations and goals of those facilitating the decisions. Realistically…NO bias should be tolerated in a system that determines the Life and even Death of another human being. But that again is looking for perfection from the imperfect…a never ending dilemma?

Teen Violence: a Radio One townhall meeting

from thebeatdfw.com

"TEEN VIOLENCE"

(TOWN HALL MEETING)

Location:      Radio One Studios (in Valley View Mall)

13331 Preston Road, Suite 1180

Dallas, Texas 75240

(972) 331- 5400

(PROGRAM & TIMELINE)

6:00 PM – 6:30 PM                    Official Meet / Greet and Welcome to Panelist

6:30 PM                                    Doors Open for Studio Guest

6:45 PM                                    Explanation of Program to Studio Audience

6:55 PM                                    KBFB & KSOC Simulcast Clocks started

7:00 PM – 7:08 PM                    Welcome by Rudy V what lead us to this town hall meeting.

Rudy V Introduces Supa K and Keynote

Supa K & Keynote explanation of Program, specific concerns, plan of action.

Supa K and Keynote Introduce guest panelists:

Introduction of Panelist & Guest from Dallas

• Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Dwaine R. Caraway
• Dallas District Attorney Craig Watkins
• Chief of Police David Kunkle
• Councilwoman Carolyn R. Davis (District 7)
• Councilman Tennell Atkins (District 
• Yella  "Former Gang Member"

• Introduction of Panelist and Guest from Fort Worth
• Deputy Chief of Police R.K Robertson
• Councilman Frank Moss

Introduction of Panelist from Texas Youth Commission

7:08 PM – 7:10 PM                    PRAYER (PASTOR FREDDY HAYNES)

7:10 PM – 7:25 PM                    Rudy V: QUESTIONS / ANWSERS

7:25 PM – 7:40 PM                    Possible Solutions       (Narrator Supa K & Keynote)

7:40 PM – 7:45 PM                    How do we Measure Success? (Narrator Rudy V)

7:45 PM – 7:50 PM                    Summary /Closing Comments from Panelist

"RADIO SHOW ENDS @ 7:50 PM"

For Immediate Release

Radio One, Inc.-Dallas KSOC 94.5 K SOUL, KBFB 97.9 the Beat, will host their Inaugural Teen Violence Town Hall Meeting "Live"!

Dallas, Texas, November 9, 2009-   Teen violence has no borders or boundaries…it has evolved with a vicious mutation locally and globally and KSOC 94.5 K SOUL, KBFB 97.9 The Beat, Mayor Pro Tem Dwaine R. Caraway, The City of Dallas and Councilman Frank Moss of the City of Fort Worth are joining forces to examine and discuss this perilous issue with its Inaugural Teen Violence Town Hall Meeting at Radio One Studios located in the Valley View Mall at 13331 Preston Road, Suite 1180 in Dallas, Texas.

Sunday, November 22, 2009 from 7:00PM to 9:00PM, the Teen Violence Town Hall Meeting will place the subject of teen violence on center stage as both KSOC 94.5 K Soul and KBFB 97.9 The Beat's on air personalities BROADCAST LIVE ON AIR with guest from the City of Dallas, Mayor Pro Tem Dwaine R. Caraway (District 4), Dallas Council Members Carolyn R. Davis (District 7), Tennel Atkins (District  Police Chief David Kunkle and District Attorney Craig Watkins. Guests from the City of Fort Worthinclude, Councilman Frank Moss and Deputy Police Chief R. K. Robertson.

This town hall meeting of city officials, social administrators and educators will address numerous forms, facets and factors of teen violence and its effects globally but more specifically here in the Metro-Plex.  This open forum will also allow numerous opportunities to dialogue how being proactive collectively as parents, individuals and within our communities is the key to diminish teen violence's growth in our homes, schools and neighborhoods.

The public is strongly encouraged to participate. To personallyattend the Teen Violence Town Hall Meeting, due to limited seating, only the first two hundred people that log on to either station's new website and register for an In Studio Pass will be allowed entry on Sunday at the Radio One Studios located at 13331 Preston Road Suite 1180 in Dallas, Texas. To request your pass log on towww.thesoulofdfw.com (K-Soul) or the new website for The Beatwww.thebeatdfw.com .

Please join us On Sunday, November 22, 2009 at Radio One Studios located at 13331 Preston Road, Suite 1180 in Dallas, Texas from 7:00PM to 9:00PM, at the Inaugural Teen Violence Town Hall Meeting change begins with the first line of defense…increased community awareness.

For additional information by phone contact: Stephen "Red" Delasbour or Stephanie Nash in Promotions at Radio One Inc.'s KBFB 97.9 The Beat at (972) 331.5418 or electronically atsdelasbour@radio-one.com or snash@radio-one.com # # #

Due to limited seating at our Studios we will post the Inaugural TEEN VIOLENCE Town Hall Meeting on our new websites for the general public to request "In Studio" passes….

If you would like to be apart of this meeting sign up here.

www.thebeatdfw.com

A Pleasant Repost...

Don't want to leave you too long without an enjoyable update... so here's one of my oldies but goodies. :)

Revelation







I do not smile because I am constantly happy. I am constantly happy because I smile.


Or should I be discouraged by the lows and overtaken by my woes


Without a doubt, in pursuing that route...In my soul, pure discontentment would I rile.






I do not love because my heart is full, my heart is full because I love.


Or should I allow the pessimism of man to control the generosity of my spirit


Mirroring emotional suicide...too substandard to endure, too disastrous to speak of....






To smile in spite of pain exemplifies an distinctive, impenetrable inner peace.


To love in place of hate magnifies Hope, that encouraging level of optimism we should all aspire to reach






I live to hope ....committed to produce


in this I shall never tire


I produce to liberate ...consistent in my release


eager to successfully Inspire.






My Life is not rewarding because I have things, My Life is rewarding because I have dreams.



Until Next Time...
D.D. Walker

The Back Door Comedy Club: with Curtis Savage

Location: The Doubletree Hotel

                 8250 N. Central Expressway Dallas, TX
                 Tel: 1-214-691-8700
Venue: The Back Door Comedy Club
Comedian: Curtis Savage

When I first arrived at the Doubletree Hotel last Thursday night, I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of space and parking available. I thought for sure I would be able to zip right into a spot right by the door and hop from car to curbside. It was not so. After expectantly patrolling one end of the lot to the other, I decided...or had no choice, whichever phrase you prefer, to settle for one of the empty spaces way out in B.F.E. (Bum Freaking Egypt...). Anyhow, at least the cool wind that greeted me was step up from the make-up melting heat I baked in standing outside the Oscar Fierro Boutique during Fashion Week!

S0, after stiletto skipping across the parking lot, I made it into the warmth of the hotel. Very nice! I was welcomed by plush carpet, friendly workers, and a nice touch screen panel to help me find my way around the hotel. Fortunately for me, the comedy club wasn’t hard to find at all. It was buried behind the bar area, which surprisingly for a Thursday, had a really nice crowd.

The Back Door comedy club wasn’t overly spacious either, but it did provide a nice, intimate yet comfortable environment to listen to some interesting acts. What makes an impromptu night out even better? Of course, cheap admission! Apparently, Thursday nights at this particular comedy club is half price. So with a mere seven bucks, I was in and ready to get my laugh on! Besides, if things became a little too bland for you, it was perfectly acceptable to walk out and hang out at the bar for awhile. There was no charge for re-entry.

Providing variety, there were several comics showcased that night. Some were unbelievably dull while several others actually pulled a few chuckles from me. Comedy is truly in the eye/ear of the beholder, and luckily for new comedian Curtis Savage, the audience beheld nothing but pure talent. You are always a bit apprehensive about sharing someone’s inaugural stage experience. But this fresh, new talent delivered far more than what was expected. 

Known for his comedic personality and contagious charisma, Mr. Savage had friends and family sitting on the edges of their seats with anticipation. Bursting into screaming applause before he could even situate himself on stage, one could only imagine the state of his nerves having his first comedy show in front of so many outspoken personalities. However, after his first few playful lines were amusingly delivered with ease, it was apparent that Curtis would not only win over the funny bones of those that came to support him, but also the patrons who had never seen his face before that night.

His act was filled with side-splitting references to real life situations ranging from financial hardships to fake hair! The semantics and showmanship literally had people rolling in the aisles with laughter. As a matter of fact, the show was SO hilarious he was invited back for a second showcase!

From what I personally had the pleasure of seeing, I strongly believe that as long as newcomer, Curtis Savage, remains as consistent as he is funny and continues to work on perfecting his craft, he will have a flourishing career as a successful and well sought-after comedian.

Check out his next show on October 29th at the Back Door Comedy club inside the Doubletree Hotel!

Until Next Time...

D.D. Walker

http://www.penmyworld.com/