One man had a dream. One man had hope.
Through opportunity and hard work, we are better for it.
“I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.”
“Do we participate in a politics of cynicism or a politics of hope?”
Did you watch the inauguration?
READING
A couple of months ago, I read a great post with a great title, The Best Ever Top 50 List in the World Ever by Michael J. Holley. How could resist a great title like that?
Anyway, in the post, Michael includes the list of the top 50 most popular books and the top 50 most popular films. I have a full length post planned for this topic, but needless to say, I need to read more. So, in 2013, that is what I am going to do. I have signed up for the 2013 Ebook Challenge. My plan is the read the following books over the course of 2013:
I will be keeping track of my reads on the 2013 Reading Challenge tab. And you can see the current book I am reading in the side bar. I figure once I finish my book each month, then I can return to reading my chick lit, horror and crime thrillers.
Have you read any of these books? Let me know, which one you enjoyed the most?
WRITING
What are your writing goals this year? Do yo have a word count goal, books written goal or a just a goal to get published this year?
ARITHMETIC
Ok, had the finish the saying with Arithmetic. This might be a stretch, but I need a goal relating to numbers. Maybe I could work on sticking to my Amazon/iBook monthly budget. Kind of disregarded that more times then I should in the past. Well, if my blog idols would stop publishing, I wouldn’t buy so many book; Emily, A.E., Becca, D.C., Karen, Donna, and Chris. Yes, I’m talking to you.
I could focus on increasing my Social Media presence, but I my pleased with those numbers growing as they are.
There is always the views/clicks stats, but you can’t really control that, can you?
Ok, I have a good one, I will meet/connect/friend/read/follow/support more people on the web this year.
Also, a million dollar advance check would be nice. It could happen.
What numbers will you be focusing on this year?
I wish everyone a Happy and Productive New Year.
Tattoo Tuesday will be a constant feature on my blog, if only for my own amusement. I welcome anyone with a great tattoo and/or a great tattoo story to share them with the world. My tattoos are inspired by my life and at the same time inspire my life everyday. Maybe yours can do the same for others. Thanks so much A.M. Schultz for creating the Tattoo Tuesday Badge. Click on the badge to read past Tattoo Tuesday posts.
Amsterdam Tattoo Museum
Every since I heard about the Amsterdam Tattoo Museum, I have been planning a trip to see it. Sort of like the trip to Mecca for tattoo lovers. A few weeks ago, the Amsterdam Tattoo Museum was shut down and the building owners were preventing the museum owner to operate any long and the collection of tattoo history was being held hostage.
Several events across the world by some of the best tattoo artist in the world were held to raising money to help the museum and protect its collection.
It looks like the campaigned worked and the museum is going to re-open. I wanted to share this because I love the way the tattoo community rallied together to support and save a piece of their culture and history. People coming together to help each other is a beautiful thing.
Check out the related post for more information and see how you can help.
Save the ATM Amsterdam Tattoo Museum SOS Amsterdam Tattoo Museum Needs Your Help Amsterdam Tattoo Museum Winning Battle to Regain Access to Collection and Facility F*ck Cancer! Fundraiser Next MonthAfter the tragedy last week in Connecticut, I can’t think of a better way to have spent my Saturday then to volunteer at the Christmas in the Park in Dallas, Texas.
The S.M Wright Foundation created this event to provide toys, bikes, books, clothes, beds and food to families who are less fortunate. It was an amazing day and I am so proud to be a part of my community when they are on their best behavior and help each other.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the families in Connecticut and my hope is that all of us find some peace and comfort in this world of chaos.
It was a special afternoon and maked me feel blessed to be back home and have an opportunity to contribute.
Have a great week everyone, I will see you on Tuesday.
Just when I think there is nothing more to reveal about me, a Bloghop comes along and makes me “expose” myself even more.
Thanks so much Emily and Tammy.
These are the “And You Are…?” questions
1. How many speeding tickets have you gotten?
I have gotten 3 speeding tickets in my life, but I am only claiming two as legit. The third one was for going 50 in a 45. Who does that?
2. Can you pitch a tent?
I am not what you call the camping type, but I have successfully pitched a tent during my one and only real camping trip and then I slept in the car.
3. What was your worst vacation ever?
I haven’t had any really bad vacations. Maybe the time I had my purse stolen twice in New York City, but I was 12 and didn’t really loose much. A couple of key chains and few postcards.
4. What was the last thing you bought over $100?
Dinner last night, Morton’s Steak House – yummy – technically I am employed for 3 more days, so I can still splurge.
5. We’re handing you the keys to what?
2013 BMW X6
6. What was the last meal you cooked that made even you sick?
I haven’t cooked a meal in over 2 years. I live in a hotel. Funny thing happens when you dial a number and tell them what you want to eat, they bring it right to you.
7. Fill in the blank: Oh my gosh! Becky, look at her butt! It is so big. She looks like a lady with a big butt?
Or did you want me to finish the song a prostitute.?
8. What was your first car?
1990 Toyota Corolla – it was beige. Cars should never be beige. Incidently, My father bought my mother whose birthday is 5 days after mine a brand new Nissan 240SX and it was delivered on my birthday. Needless to say that wasn’t one of my top 5 favorite days. Did I mention the car was red.
9. Your best friend falls and gets hurt. Do you ask if he/she’s okay or laugh first?
I laugh first, but I laugh at everything, so my best friend understands this about me and knows I am still concerned for her well being.
10. What’s the worst song ever?
See Question #7
That was fun. I hope Santa is nice to me this year. I could really use it. Check out the answers to the other blog hoppers and Merry Christmas – Is it too early?
Sydney Aaliyah Michelle 