Wednesday, July 11, 2007

New Growth

Inspired by 1969's Self-Challaaaaaaange post...I thought I'd revisit my list of 30 Things Ima Do Now That I'm 30 to track my progress.

1. Read Invisible Man
OK, so I went to start reading this right after the semester ended and uh, um, I dont even have the damn book. So still working on this one...

...Go to Europe
A friend of mine is there right now as a chaperone to some high school kids. plan was for me to tag along and have a place to stay...but um, nobody told my broke azz that tickets were skyhigh in the summer. Duh. So gotta research the most cost-effective time of year to jump the pond.

...Learn the diff btwn a straight and curved mascara brush (then buy the right one (currently using straight))

I believe it was Miss LaLa who informed me that the curved brush is a croc of shit, so check mark on this one!

...See Les Mis
I kind of dont even care about this one anymore. But I did see Col0r Purp (pre-Fan). That dont count? Oh.

5. Make friends with a famous person
I do still like this one, and Ive managed to hang out with a few recently. But not on a text-msg/inside joke basis with any yet, which essentially is the goal.

...Start telling young boys to pull up their damn pants (and that chain wallets and glitter belts are 'so 5 years ago' white and gay, respectively)
I do this in my head ALL the time. But havent been in a crowded enough environment to risk doing it out loud yet. But the offense is growing more and more egregious by the day so I know it's coming soon.

...Stick with spinning and belly dancing
Ok the bellydancing instructor is fat her damn self, so that's out. But I HAVE maintained a 3 times a week spinning regimen, and an overall successful fitness overhaul. Yeah!

...BUY good music instead of downloading
Ive downloaded some good music. Thats gotta count for something!! And yes, I have paid for some gems, too. Id say Im on track with this one.

...Finish a manuscript
Workin on it!!

10. Outline my thesis
NOT working on it.

...Join church
Still quite ambivalent, and leaning towards no. I still go as often as I can, and I enjoy it most times, but it should feel natural and it doesnt.

...Invest more aggressively in mutual funds
I'm halfway there I think. I'm currently saving aggressively, basically paying myself first.

...Enter the word 'gregarious' into my conversational lingo
Damn, I forgot about this one...

...Make a Puerto Rican friend
Voy a encontrarle!

15. Begin a letter campaign to put pressure on studios to release Webs+er, 15, and Benson on DVD

I swear to God Im drafting a letter by end of business today.

Fun Fact: On Webster, remember his cousin came to live with them cuz his parents went to go work in Nigeria? Did you know that kid Nicky, played by C0rky.Nemec went on to become the title character in P@rker Lewis Can't L0se! I didnt either until I connected some dots via IMDB.


...Contribute to a political campaign (who am I fooling? Something will happen and I'm gonna get pissed and say eff it and not give a eff until I go vote)

I was so right!! I'm conflicted. This Post article basically captures my feelings, but to me right about now the only candidates talking any substance are J.Eds and the ones who got no chance (Kuc!nich/Gr@vel)

...Get tested for ADD (not to be confused with A1DS, which is what this looks like if you read it fast. PS...I been tested)

I cant focus long enough to actually do this. lol

...Publish at least 5 articles
I'm definitely on pace to double this. I think I have 3 under the belt thus far.

...Volunteer at something
Working on it...but taking my classmates down with me. lol

20. Make and market a porn flick (starring someone other than me)
Still accepting audition tapes. No for real. I swear.

...Start the travel group
I'd actually like to try traveling to some spots solo...but I'm also still recruiting for the group. Got a solid group so far, but havent decided on the first big destination.

...Curse in front of my nephews
Done that shit!

...Learn to cook curry goat
Ooooh...havent forgotten this one. Probably gonna do it around Thanksgiving, God willing.

...Get into a good fist fight
Still waiting, bitch! But she's been really asking for it lately...most recently with a minor laundry incident.

25. Pitch the Pilot
Well, it's written...

...No more perms (I'm already 3 months in!)
7 months strong. Big chopped in May.

...Make Amends with the Ex Con
Not there just yet. Might not be for a while.

...Fcuk him and get it out of my system
Ixnay on this one.

...Spend a lot of money on a handbag
I thought about this the other day. Hmm, perhaps this will be my Cmas gift to myself.

30. Wear slutty clothes and kiss random boys in front of my big brothers:)
Done!! Wait, were my brothers there??

So how're YOUR resolutions going? :)

17 comments:

Anonymous said...

I've been passed 30 for a minute...too long.
Never made a list but I damn sure like yours.
I think for once youngun...I'mma live vicariously through you on this one.

Gregarious? Let me dic.com that one...lol

Porn flicks and donating money...hmmmm, if only Bill were back in the running...you'd probably knock this one out if you still lived up this way...lol

bloopty!

Anonymous said...

LoL. Yay for resolutions, speaking of, I need to make some resolutions...a list of things to do before I'm 22.

I may have Invisible Man, check me, when I'm back from Vegas after NABJ.

Eps wet his phone he didn't loose it. He dried out his phone and calls me to say to tell you ... "Tell her I said wassup. Tell her I'll be home soon and I want to go out to dinner with her lovely self."

P.S. So mad you partying while I'm out in east bumfuck Illinois.

Miz JJ said...

I read this, but did not put a reply.

Go to Europe. It is an experience. Also, Africa. I looooved Africa. If your travel group goes there I wanna tag along.

Curry goat is surprisingly easy to make. You just need to really stew the meat because goat can be tough as hell.

I wanna be there when you tell boys to pull up there pants. LMBAO.

Fist fight? That is one of the reasons I am glad I am not a dude. Almost every dude has gotten his ass handed to him at least once. I am glad that I skipped that experience.

My bro would kill me if I kissed a rando boy in front of him. Ok, maybe kill is strong, but he would give me a look that could kill.

Jameil said...

my resolutions are on their way! yay!!! I cant focus long enough to actually do this??? hilarious. let me in the travel group, yo! i contributed to barack... twice! lmao @ make a p.r. friend. so bizarre you are!! spinning SUCKS!!

Amadeo said...

My only resolution is to get of public transpo...Aug. 18th it will be done. I'll be giving the finger to every bus I see from that moment onward.

I also vowed to catch more shows...saw Pharcyde (or what remains) at Afram, Talib is here on the 27th and Little Brother on the 31st. Oh yeah

So...Wise...Sista said...

Blahsay Blah... Porn flicks with Slick Wils. Man I would clean UP!


Oh BDay boy Cnelly!! You better hit me before you go to Vegas so I can live vicariously thru your young azz. And Did Epsi actually ask me out via 3rd party AND blog? Adorable.


MJJ...Been to Africa (Senegal) and after that I had no desire to do Europe. But now Im all about it! But S. Africa is somewhere the group wants to hit up.


J...I bet you also downloaded that Obama music video. Admit it, son.
Spinning is hot!! Dont hate.
Travel group... You're In!


Amadeo...I have not said this yet publicly...but I broke up with Talib like maybe a year ago. I dunno, I just stopped feeling him. I still think he's dope (kind of), but he's never managed to move me more than Blackstar. I know I know! My membership in the young, black cultural elite is in SERIOUS jeopardy. But I'm amped for the LB show!!

The Very Reverend Ace Clemmons, Jr. said...

"But I HAVE maintained a 3 times a week spinning regimen, and an overall successful fitness overhaul. Yeah! "

something tells me i wouldnt mind watching you walk away from me....

Jameil said...

spinning SUCKS!!! i'm an elliptical girl. so excited abt the travel group. which one? "i cannot wait til 2008, baby you're the best candidate... i got a cruuuuuuush on obama!!!!" trust and believe its on my myspace! holla! :)

Amadeo said...

Land Sakes! (Shocked and clutching my (man)bosom.

So...Wise...Sista said...

Ace...::im blushing:: ;)

Jameil...I like spinning bec it's regimented. On the days I dont spin I do about 30 minutes on the ellipt...but with my short attention span I get bored cuz i cant read, and there are too many tvs to focus on any one...or 2. lol

"rust and believe its on my myspace!"

Of course you do. lol

Amadeo...Clutch it all you want. I know. Ive only told one other person (who thought i was kidding, naturally) and Im seeking counseling.

Anonymous said...

I will hit you umm via e-mail cause I ain't got your number lol. I have two days after I get back before Vegas and you make the list LoL.

Yes Eps proposed a dinner date via 3rd party. He does it like that.

Jonzee said...

Im thirty in 27 days--and I just did a self check on my 7 affirmations and published the finding for all the world to see (LOL) And well...I think I am sorta, kinda on track.

Amadeo said...

"All we are saaaaying is give Kweli a chaaaance"

Anonymous said...

aight....I'm coming up on 30 next month and still haven't made a list. I guess i'd better get started...lol

glad you've started crossing things off yours.

my problem with Talib is he has no personality/charisma, dope MC great music, otherwise. Phonte of Little brother has both with tons to spare, so you're sure to enjoy yourself more @ their show (although I don't think I'll be in attendance...damn!!!).

So...Wise...Sista said...

Jonzee...Happy pre-burfday! Lemme see when I can snatch from yo list! ;)

Amadeo...All I am saaaaaying, is I need to stop saying this publicly before I catch a backpack to the throat.

Ab says..."my problem with Talib is he has no personality/charisma,"

Bingo. And frankly, that weird inflection he does with his voice is what finally got to me. lol

::hoping I get an invite to the AbRock Dirty 30!::

EqualOpportunityCrush said...

this list is hilarious! love it..

btw, no need for a curved mascara brush.. i mean, well, it can be used in unison with the straight brush to get maximum effect on the outer/ lashes.. but otherwise, the straight brushes can get the job done

1969 said...

Great list. I can't believe I inspired someone :)

I can help you with the curry goat.

Let me know!!!!

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