Dearly Departed, Entrepreneur, News

Sylvia Woods of famed soul food eatery passed away yesterday…

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She is famous in Harlem for her fried chicken, barbecue ribs, macaroni and cheese, collard greens and other soul food delectable’s. And although she fed the famous, important dignitaries and ordinary people, her restaurant is like home because she remained humble.

Sylvia Woods put Harlem on the map, was even mentioned on television shows and in movies all because she gave her restaurant business her all. Whether you went to take your family to dinner, or politicians having summit meetings of black leadership, Sylvia’s was the first place that people thought of in Black America.

Other soul food restaurants followed her but there is no place like Sylvia’s. Her restaurant is the place that churches pack on any given Sunday afternoon. It’s my favorite spot to relax with my crew on any given Friday night. Sylvia’s is a family restaurant and dining there is liking dining at home, dining with family., in a comfortable atmosphere.

Sylvia Woods (pictured center above with two of her grandchildren), passed away yesterday at the ripe old age of 86, surrounded by family and those she loved. I will miss seeing her because she was always there. She greeted my staff and I, when we celebrated my business anniversary at Sylvia’s in 2010.

Rest in paradise Sylvia, 😦 as your legacy lives on…

Controversy, Crime, Murder, News, Racist, Television/Radio, What he said

George Zimmerman Said: “It was all in God’s plan to kill Trayvon Martin”

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George Zimmerman sat down and did an interview on Fox News Channel’s “Hannity” and this was his first since he killed unarmed teen, Trayvon Martin with a single shot to the chest on Feb. 26.

The self-appointed “Neighborhood watchman” said “It was all in God’s plan to kill Trayvon that night”.

During the interview, Zimmerman – who was arrested a month after the shooting and charged with second-degree murder – said he shot Martin as a last resort after the teen broke his nose, slammed his head into the concrete, told him he was going to die and reached for Zimmerman’s gun.

The volunteer watchman said he was not following the teen but keeping “an eye on him” when Martin confronted and then attacked him.

Zimmerman continues to apologize to the Martin’s for Trayvon’s death but they are not accepting his apology. And maybe that’s because the Martin’s know that Zimmerman’s apology is not sincere.

As far as Zimmerman’s comments about “killing Trayvon being all in God’s plan?” the Martin’s responded: “I don’t understand what God he worships? It’s not the same God I worship.”

I found Zimmerman’s interview and statements both cruel, heartless and antagonizing. It’s as if he wants to provoke hurt and anger. His comments pissed me off personally. It’s like he keeps pouring salt into a very open, fresh and hurtful wound. Zimmerman spoke as if he has no regret. In such a controversial case and highly sensitive situation as this, Zimmerman should not be speaking at all.

I hope the prosecutors in this case use the tape of that “Hannity” interview to fry his ass in the name of Justice. And “HELL NO” it was not in God’s plan for this psychopathic killer to take Trayvon’s life, it was the devil’s plan!!!!  

Down Low, Drama, Hot Mess, Lesbian, Relationships, Religion, Scandal, What she said

“Juanita Bynum Confesses to being with women”…

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Is anybody even following this woman anymore? She has gone from one extreme to another concerning her personal life, which appears to be off balanced and unstable emotionally, mentally and spiritually.

Bynum recently admitted on the V-103 radio station that attraction to women was among her many struggles.

“I’ve done it all. I did the drugs. I’ve been with men. I’ve been with women,” “It’s not a line. It’s my life.”

Because she’s had those experiences and made those mistakes, Juanita said “she’s better equipped to help lost souls who seek her counsel.” Is she serious? You have to be careful to whom you seek counsel from, people.

Juanita, whose marital problems were made public in 2007 when her husband physically assaulted her in public, is now divorced. She didn’t elaborate on whether her sexual relationships with women were trysts or full-fledged relationships, but she believes she was depending on physical satisfaction to fill a void in her life, and that led to more problems.

I was just having a conversation with my oldest brother, Henry, the other night and he said and I quote: “when you’re grounded in your faith, temptations should not be a struggle for you but if you yield and give into temptation, then you’re not strong and grounded in your faith”. 

Read more of Juanita Bynum’s confession right here…

Love, News, Politics, President Obama, Relationships, Sports

President Obama delivers with a kiss…

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President Obama was booed last night as he and First Lady Michelle Obama were watching the USA vs. Brazil men’s basketball exhibition and the arena’s “Kiss Cam” spotlighted them during the second quarter. The crowd booed Obama for failing to kiss the First Lady for the crowd.

But the fine ass President of the United States had a much better second half and second chance. The First Couple got another shot on the “Kiss Cam” during the fourth quarter and this time the President’s smooch was a success (above).

The crowd responded with a thunderous cheer, and a pro-Obama chant of “Four more years!” could be heard throughout the arena.

Aw, the power of real love. 

Business News, Business Woman, Entrepreneur, Just a thought

Should my CEO blog readers meet?

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In having a conversation with a friend of mine, she suggested that I have a meet and greet, sell books and have a chicken and waffle treat?

This would be a ticket sale event, with a possible New York/New Jersey venue, maybe by the end of summer. This could also be a breakfast, brunch, lunch or all day event, with a poetry reading and activities for children. These are just my ideas and thoughts, for I have not discussed this with my staff as of yet.

This would give YOU (my readers and/or followers), an opportunity to meet and greet. And because you all are so important to me, 🙂 I need your feedback and opinions, so please sound off; Carolyn and I, will be reading. 🙂