Black Friday

Shop til you drop! Not for me, not this year. For the past 5 or so years my sister and I hit the stores on black Friday. Elbowing strangers and sneaking hands in to grab that 4am deal. This year, me and my sister opted out of the mess.

Of course, the budget has something to do with my lack of enthusiasm but more importantly I'm a member of a family who's pretty satisfied with what we have. Sure there are things that we want but we're not in need of anything. I remember fighting my way through the crowd last year to leave with items that were not on any special sale. I think I'm finally losing my zest for shopping BUT wait there's more.

I didn't go out but I did hold my remote! Ahhh yes!!! My new pleasure! HSN and QVC!!!! I remember when I was kid, maybe 11 or 12, and my aunt had a house filled with home shopping treats. Boxes were everywhere! She didn't even know what she purchased. Junk jewelry for everyone. Most people compare my shopping habits with my Aunt but HSN and QVC are now high quality retailers.


Emeril, Wolf Gang Puck, Mariah Carey, Iman, Serena Williams, NFL are just a few of the brands they carry. Once you add flexpay to the equation it's a done deal. Where else can you buy a Keurig for $99 with free shipping and 5 easy flexpayments of $19.99??? That's right no where. So "eff" the malls, grab your remote, and buy you and your family some Iman Global Chic faux fur shoes with matching jean jacket and purse! 

Suited up and ready to go...NOT

So yesterday I participated in panel discussion for entrepreneurs. It went well. I told my story and answered questions. There were a total of four of us on the panel two were suited...I wasn't one of the two. I didn't wear jeans and I actually had on a blazer but it was a far cry from a suit. I'm sure you've realized by now that it doesn't take much to get me fired up. SO one the suits, who was also a graphic designer, bragged about his design business and mentioned hiring someone. The thing that pissed me off was he nudged me when he talked about hiring someone. UMMMM excuse me Mr. Suit...I'm up here just like you are. I don't need your job!

Does a suit really validate your level of professionalism? As a graphic designer I understand first impressions. I looked professional. I didn't look boring but I don't even own a suit. They don't fit my personality. I don't like "matching" and I've never felt comfortable in a suit. Everyone always says you should own at least one suit. I don't think so. If you're not comfortable, it will show, and you will bomb out. That dude was smelling himself too much anyway and when I checked his website I was far from impressed. Hire me my ass....what about me hiring you Mr. Suit!

I got the "itis"

Nope not tonsillitis, hepatitis or any other viral ailment but Senioritis. I haven't had senioritis since 1999, when I graduated from Clark Atlanta University. This is my LAST semester at Univ. of Baltimore and I can not wait!

Unlike most proud graduates I will NOT be participating in my graduation ceremony. Why not, you ask. I HATE GRADUATIONS. They are sooooo boring and impersonal and they also cost money. You need to buy the robe, hat, tassle, invites, notifications, etc. After paying $00,000.00 for the last three years you would think those accessories would be included in my tuition.

I am also thankful that I have a family saturated with graduates. Just a few years ago we had four graduates in the same year! A ceremony doesn't make me or my family less proud of me it just eliminates a few hours of useless celebration where they'll have to patiently await for their opportunity to yell my name for 3 seconds.

Geesh I'm cynical!

Finally My Final Project

An Ode To Typography is my final project! I LOVE typography. I think it's a pure form of graphic design and through the use of Tumblr I'm hoping to show my love accordingly. I hope you join me as I take a journey through the world of type!

Going Green

Nooo...I'm not going green! I do a little here and there, lightbulbs, recycling, and that's about it. I'm here to complain about the green goer. Not all of them just the bike riders. All I have to say is GET OUT OF MY WAY!!!!!

What's the Deal with #5

McNabb McNabb McNabb you were sacked 5 times yesterday. Your performance was less than stellar but we all know there isn't an "I" in "team." So what's up with the Redskins??? Where is your offensive protection and how did your defense allow 59 points. The Eagles had a PERFECT game and broke all types of NFL records. You can't blame Jason Campbell for losing, who by the way is winning for the Raiders. John Gruden said yesterday that the Redskins just doesn't have any good players. Your paying Haynesworth $100M over the next 7 years but you're not even starting him. I've never been a fan of the Skins but since Donovan and Shanahan joined the squad I was hoping for the best. It ain't easy routing for them since they make so many mistakes. Keep your head up Skins you still got games to play!!!

More Football

I sponsored a group to the Ravens @ Falcons game last Thursday. I had a fantastic time although we didn't win. Atlanta is a great city and I see why there are so many "transplants." The weather and hospitality was awesome.

We arrived early Thursday morning, had breakfast at Waffle House, did a little sight seeing, attended a tailgating specifically for Ravens fan, and off to the game we went. The Ravens were front and center and despite being on enemy territory the Falcons were friendly. Now I have the fever to go to more away games.