Holler at a Scholar

I know it's been a long time. And since it's nearly two a.m. now, I don't have time to really talk. Quick update though. I decided not to take the GRE. There just weren't enough hours in the day to study for it. And, according to some folk, even if I get a graduate degree, I'll come out of school looking for the same types of positions, positions that I'm already qualified for as is.

So that means, I'm looking for a job. If anyone out there is in need of a typist, secretary, writer, proofreader, hair dresser, babysitter, comedian, entertainer (I can do birthday parties and shit), painter, consultant (I don't know what kind of consulting but I can consult), analyst, rapper, librarian or chef, lemme know. I'm in the market for a job. And this economy is no fucking joke. Magazines folding left and right. Where am I supposed to work?!

A career counselor at my friend's school suggested that she look into receptionist work or go to grad school. Those are two great options....

I'm so tired of trying to sell myself to people, mind you, I've applied for a grand total of two jobs....

Someone actually said to me: "I really wish I could hire you right now but we're just not in a place to hire anyone else."

"Ain't that about a .....?? Why'd you waste my time?! Silly trick."

Job #2 wants to offer me less than half the salary that I KNOW I should be getting. "Nonnegotiable? Thanks, but no thanks."

The next step in my master plan is to staple my degree to my forehead and dare a mfer to ask me that dumb ass question....you know the one...."Why should I hire you?"

Excuse my language but...Fuck this economy and everything it stands for.

Cruel and Unusual Indeed....

Often "advanced" societies ridicule those societies and civilizations that engage in ritual human sacrifice. Going so far as the call for the abolition of such practices. Well, I put forth that ritual human sacrifice is no different than execution.

The purpose of ritual human sacrifice is to appease the gods and thus ensure the well-being of the society. Isn't that the so-called justification for execution? To ensure the well-being of society?

And so those who condemn ritual human sacrifice should also call for an end to the barbaric practice of execution.

Just one Black woman's opinion.

Assault and Battery...

Why are these girls TRYING me?

I chose to live in a dorm because it is more convenient to my classes, activities, FOOD, etc. What I did not sign up for is a bunch of drunk Betties with shit to prove.

These chicks were in the hall DRINKING at seven o'-fuckin-clock in the morning. SEVEN a.m. on a Saturday in preparation for a football game. I have girls to mentor later today so I didn't want to kick the morning off with anger...but they pushed me so I had to push back.

I get up at 7:15a and go to the door, "Please keep it down, thanks"

7:23a: "Could you please at least go inside your room"

7:32a: "Look, this is the third time, could you relax??" I wasn't even inside the room before Betty1 starts trying to clown me: "She's such a loser. Why isn't she drinking?"

That's when the music stopped and shit started to get real. "Excuuuuuse you? I'm not drinking and wearing a damned costume at seven a.m. because I actually have a life and I have important shit to do. So I suggest you relax before I really tear into your ass."

Why do the Betties have to test me like this?? Now there's animosity and discord when we really could have just left each other alone and went on about our respective business. Now I have to bring the bat out of the closet. All they had to do was keep the noise down.

Quick Update....

I'm still breathing, I promise!

Classes have started and after one week I am already wondering how I'm going to make it through the entire semester. Most of my classes are enjoyable.

Here's a rundown of what I'm taking:
1. Culture and Politics of Africa. Beginning with a look at the effects of the Slave Trade on West Africa, namely Ghana and continuing through the colonial period.
2. Africans in America through 1865. Also beginning with the Atlantic Slave Trade and continuing through Emancipation. I took the second part (from 1865-2005) last semester so it should be a fun class.
3. Aristotle. A grad level seminar on Aristotle. Should be interesting.
4. Wealth, Power, and Inequality. A study of socioeconomic classes in America.
5. Intermediate Latin.....

Classes should be okay...I hope. There's something weird going on with my foot. I should get it checked out but I barely have time to eat. Anyway, I hope everyone is doing better than I am.

Peace

The Adventures of Mini Fenix Pt. 1

This is for you Mamazen!

Since Mini Fenix moved in, I have wondered how she keeps her fro so neat. Well, this morning, I caught her in the act.

To prepare for the tough semester ahead, Mini Fenix decided to relax with a nice book after a hectic day.

I guess she was getting kind of hungry because when I came in after shopping, Mini Fenix had ordered a turkey burger!

Though I was able to save the turkey burger, the fruit snacks didn't stand a chance.

What will Mini Fenix get into next?

Airports...

Top three reasons the airport is the worst place in the world:

1. LINES!

2. People having loud ass personal conversations on their cell phones. I don't want to hear about Shay and her baby's daddy. And, JUST because you're speaking a different language doesn't mean we want to hear your conversation!

3. Everyone is rushing and I hate it.

Top three reasons airplanes are not meant for people with short fuses:

1. Crying ass babies! Hey lady, shut that kid up, you are fucking with my karma and my qi and shit.

2. People with no concept of personal hygiene. When you lift your arms and all hell breaks loose, perhaps you should gate check that damned carry-on.

3. People with no concept of personal space. I don't know you. Hell no I don't want to share an armrest with your ass.

Anywho, I'm back at school for the last go round. I will have a degree in December!

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