Friday, August 22, 2014
Friday, April 25, 2014
What is GET LIVE or GET LOST?
This pretty much sums it up in a nut shell! TO LIVE IS TO WIN~NEVER GIVING UP ON OURSELVES & BEING A LIGHT IN THE WORLD!
Stay Tuned for my third indie album release titled, "IN BETWEEN". IN BETWEEN @N_BETWEEN is also my band name that I formed in 2012 and this is what we have been cooking up for you. STAY TUNED #GETLIVEORGETLOST #INBETWEEN #2014
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Tuesday, December 31, 2013
NYE 2013!!
2013 .... Whew....!
2013 has been such an eye opener and 365 days self discovery. My journey has been Very rewarding throughout this life that I have been blessed with, but this year I was really able to acknowledge and accept some things about myself that I never thought. I have made new friends and I have lost old friends in flesh and in blood, I have fallen short and I have failed at some things I believed I had a grasp on. Do I feel defeated or stressed? Nah, because I have also recognized my growth, every goal that has been set has been reached to some extent by having faith, strength, and the courage to step out and take that chance. Knowing that I never gave up the fight and knowing what my duties are have held my down and kept me smiling. I love a challenge and I will continue to slay. I am grateful for the gifts that I possess and I will continue to nurture them.
My spirituality has been elevated and it has also carried me through these treacherous territories. This year I have prayed more for others than I have myself and I hope that you all are praying for me the same. I can tell someone is because I can't do all of this on my own. My new faith and spiritual path in Nichiren Buddhism has been quite an experience and has supported me through the tough times. I love this practice and this way of life and it has been beneficial. I am sure that some have judged me because they don't understand anything other than what they have have been taught and what they may see on the outside rather than trying to see through to the core. I don't care what your faith or your religious practice as long as you pray and love and do right by others - I really do not care. Everyday still, I am learning how to become a better woman, a better friend, sister, daughter, a better lover and an outstanding professional and I accept it with XOXO..
I have family. A beautiful family near and far. My nieces are healthy, intelligent, and full of cuteness. We may not see each other or talk too often but you are ALWAYS with me in heart. I come from a broken home and this year I have also come to the realization why some of my relative bonds may also be somewhat "broken", that hurts my heart. How do I reverse this? I don't know, but I will focus on this in 2014. The saying goes, "Don't become so busy living, that you forget to live your life.." or something like that. Family, to me, is life. With all of it's crazy moments and the "crazies" in the family, all of the arguments, and all of the perfect harmony, there is nothing like having family. I have worked so hard with this music and entertainment thing and trying to stay above ground the best I can as a single independent woman/entrepreneur, I feel that at times I have put my family last. If I have made anyone in my family feel this way, I apologize, I do love you..
January 2013, I had a goal to form IN BETWEEN and it was done immediately. I began preparing 3rd Quarter of 2012 and we were were in February. I took time off from my corporate travel gigs which allowed me the time to get my guys together and push forward. Mysteriously, it has all fallen into place with what seems like a little effort and I am pleased. It has not been easy, one, leaving the extra income to focus developing IN BETWEEN, two, it just has not been easy. LOL. A few opportunities and a few people have been sent to me to assist with the IN BETWEEN goal and 2014 we will show you all what we have been working towards and why. I am thankful for each person involved in this process and it makes me want to cry right now. I cry a lot, but it's for good.. You all should come out and support crew, we go HARD and we go LIVE! I have set up quite a few shows over 2013 that have been FREE or at minimal cost to you, before long you Will Not have this privilege. We work hard and pretty soon we will be working hard for the pesos - this is a job.. Support my Crew Twitter: @N_BETWEEN
YOUTUBE: THENBETWEENBAND
Some things I will put ALLLL of my energy towards in 2014 and there is more that I can't even mention here in my blog- (wait and watch this..and I'll advise you to put all of your energies towards what you want to achieve as well, ALL of it, watch what happens.. :))
Building Stronger Family Bonds
Entertainment (IN BETWEEN, KONCRETENATION)
Finding & Accepting a Healthy Love Life
Team Building (Get Live or Get Lost)
Exercise
That's all I've got! You all be safe out tonight and drink responsibly - Own 2014..!!!
Love Yall & Happy New Year
#GETLIVEORGETLOST
@mynameisls
@N_BETWEEN
Youtube
Reverbnation Music
2013 has been such an eye opener and 365 days self discovery. My journey has been Very rewarding throughout this life that I have been blessed with, but this year I was really able to acknowledge and accept some things about myself that I never thought. I have made new friends and I have lost old friends in flesh and in blood, I have fallen short and I have failed at some things I believed I had a grasp on. Do I feel defeated or stressed? Nah, because I have also recognized my growth, every goal that has been set has been reached to some extent by having faith, strength, and the courage to step out and take that chance. Knowing that I never gave up the fight and knowing what my duties are have held my down and kept me smiling. I love a challenge and I will continue to slay. I am grateful for the gifts that I possess and I will continue to nurture them.
My spirituality has been elevated and it has also carried me through these treacherous territories. This year I have prayed more for others than I have myself and I hope that you all are praying for me the same. I can tell someone is because I can't do all of this on my own. My new faith and spiritual path in Nichiren Buddhism has been quite an experience and has supported me through the tough times. I love this practice and this way of life and it has been beneficial. I am sure that some have judged me because they don't understand anything other than what they have have been taught and what they may see on the outside rather than trying to see through to the core. I don't care what your faith or your religious practice as long as you pray and love and do right by others - I really do not care. Everyday still, I am learning how to become a better woman, a better friend, sister, daughter, a better lover and an outstanding professional and I accept it with XOXO..
I have family. A beautiful family near and far. My nieces are healthy, intelligent, and full of cuteness. We may not see each other or talk too often but you are ALWAYS with me in heart. I come from a broken home and this year I have also come to the realization why some of my relative bonds may also be somewhat "broken", that hurts my heart. How do I reverse this? I don't know, but I will focus on this in 2014. The saying goes, "Don't become so busy living, that you forget to live your life.." or something like that. Family, to me, is life. With all of it's crazy moments and the "crazies" in the family, all of the arguments, and all of the perfect harmony, there is nothing like having family. I have worked so hard with this music and entertainment thing and trying to stay above ground the best I can as a single independent woman/entrepreneur, I feel that at times I have put my family last. If I have made anyone in my family feel this way, I apologize, I do love you..
January 2013, I had a goal to form IN BETWEEN and it was done immediately. I began preparing 3rd Quarter of 2012 and we were were in February. I took time off from my corporate travel gigs which allowed me the time to get my guys together and push forward. Mysteriously, it has all fallen into place with what seems like a little effort and I am pleased. It has not been easy, one, leaving the extra income to focus developing IN BETWEEN, two, it just has not been easy. LOL. A few opportunities and a few people have been sent to me to assist with the IN BETWEEN goal and 2014 we will show you all what we have been working towards and why. I am thankful for each person involved in this process and it makes me want to cry right now. I cry a lot, but it's for good.. You all should come out and support crew, we go HARD and we go LIVE! I have set up quite a few shows over 2013 that have been FREE or at minimal cost to you, before long you Will Not have this privilege. We work hard and pretty soon we will be working hard for the pesos - this is a job.. Support my Crew Twitter: @N_BETWEEN
YOUTUBE: THENBETWEENBAND
Some things I will put ALLLL of my energy towards in 2014 and there is more that I can't even mention here in my blog- (wait and watch this..and I'll advise you to put all of your energies towards what you want to achieve as well, ALL of it, watch what happens.. :))
Building Stronger Family Bonds
Entertainment (IN BETWEEN, KONCRETENATION)
Finding & Accepting a Healthy Love Life
Team Building (Get Live or Get Lost)
Exercise
That's all I've got! You all be safe out tonight and drink responsibly - Own 2014..!!!
Love Yall & Happy New Year
#GETLIVEORGETLOST
@mynameisls
@N_BETWEEN
Youtube
Reverbnation Music
Friday, August 30, 2013
Casting Off the Transient and Revealing the True
Casting Off the Transient and Revealing the True
The idea of “attaining Buddhahood,” a central goal of Buddhism, is well known in Eastern cultures, though often misunderstood. Few people, however, cherish the goal of becoming a “Buddha.” But Nichiren Buddhism makes clear that doing so is nothing special—that it actually means rediscovering and fully expressing one’s “true self”— the self that is rich in wisdom, courage, compassion and joy.Buddhism calls the process of awakening this true self “casting off the transient and revealing the true,” the method by which Buddhas set aside their temporary, or transient, identities and fully reveal their true nature.
The Great Teacher T’ien-t’ai employed the term to explain the contrast between two views of Shakyamuni Buddha: That of the Buddha who attained enlightenment for the first time under the bodhi tree in India, and that of the Buddha who attained enlightenment in the extremely remote past, as revealed in “Life Span of the Thus Come One,” the 16th chapter of the Lotus Sutra.
In the 16th chapter, Shakyamuni overturns the view that he attained enlightenment for the first time in that lifetime, saying: “All believe that the present Shakyamuni Buddha, after leaving the palace of the Shakyas, seated himself in the place of enlightenment not far from the city of Gaya and there attained supreme perfect enlightenment. But good men, it has been immeasurable, boundless hundreds, thousands, ten thousands, millions of nayutas of kalpas since I in fact attained Buddhahood” ( The Lotus Sutra and Its Opening and Closing Sutras, pp. 265–66).
T’ien-t’ai defined “the transient” as the view that Shakyamuni attained enlightenment for the first time near Gaya in India, and “the true” as the view that he had actually attained enlightenment in the extremely remote past, countless kalpas ago. According to T’ien-t’ai, Shakyamuni cast off the transient and revealed the true when he disclosed the true nature of his enlightenment in this way in the “Life Span” chapter.
This disclosure has profound implications. It suggests that Buddhahood is not a state achieved at some distant time in the future through extremely prolonged effort, as had been thought. Rather, it is a real potential inherent eternally within all people. Based on this awareness, Nichiren Daishonin taught and staked his life on spreading the Law of Nam-myoho-renge-kyo at the core of the Lotus Sutra in order to help all people manifest their enlightened potential.
In the course of doing so, he faced and overcame the most extreme trial of his life, the Tatsunokuchi Persecution—his unjust arrest and near execution at Tatsunokuchi in September 1271. Through overcoming this great obstacle, he accomplished his own “casting off the transient and revealing the true.” From Sado Island, the place of his subsequent exile, he wrote: “This person Nichiren was beheaded. It is his soul that has come to this island of Sado” (“The Opening of the Eyes,” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p. 269). Though he actually survived the ordeal, he nevertheless states that he was beheaded. In this way, he suggests that his “self” as it had been until then came to an end. It was his “true self” that emerged upon overcoming that great persecution. He had cast off his transient identity to reveal his true nature as a Buddha, the true Buddha of the Latter Day of the Law.
But this should not be taken to mean that Nichiren ceased at this point
to be a common mortal. The Chinese character translated as “casting off”
also means “to open.” Therefore, “casting off the transient and
revealing the true” describes how the Daishonin “opened up” the
superficial view of himself as an ordinary Buddhist priest and revealed
his underlying true nature as that of a genuine Buddha.
Precisely because he was and remained an ordinary human, he thereby proved the principle that any ordinary person can become a Buddha of supreme enlightenment. This, in fact, was the entire purpose of his teaching.
It has been said that the decline of Buddhism in India began with the deification of the Buddha— the inability to see the Buddha as human. Similarly, to assert that Nichiren, in revealing his true identity, became something beyond human would destroy the humanity of his teachings.
The principle of casting off the transient and revealing the true, then, applies to all of us. Shakyamuni and Nichiren demonstrated that all people are entities of the Buddha of beginningless time—that all possess the eternal Buddha nature inherent in the universe.
Shakyamuni’s casting off the transient and revealing the true in the Lotus Sutra, and Nichiren’s doing so in the course of his efforts to spread the Mystic Law, therefore provide us with a source of infinite hope and confidence that we can become absolutely happy in this life, without changing who we are.
Also, “revealing the true” means to base oneself on the deepest self-awareness, to be profoundly aware of the truth that you are a Buddha and to “reveal” this truth through Buddhist practice in your everyday actions.
Though this may be easy to agree with in principle, we all can find ourselves lacking in confidence at times. It may be at work, in our studies or in our relationships. We may feel stuck in our efforts to study Buddhism or share it with others.
These are precisely the times when we can “cast off the transient and reveal the true” through the power of Buddhist practice. SGI President Ikeda says:
Whenever we find ourselves in a deadlock, we need to challenge ourselves to offer sincere prayer and summon forth great power of faith to resolve the situation. According to [second Soka Gakkai president Josei] Toda, this is what “casting off the transient and revealing the true” means for us. Faith means to struggle against deadlock. ( Lectures on the “Expedient Means” and “Life Span” Chapters of the Lotus Sutra, vol. 2, p. 60)
Chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo to the Gohonzon gives us power to positively challenge everything we face each day and make steady progress. It is fuel for opening up our apprehensive, unconfident “transient” selves and revealing our strong, wise and undefeatable “true selves.” When we each decide that our mission and ultimate purpose in life is to strive for kosen-rufu—the realization of peace and happiness for all people—and engage in courageous Buddhist practice toward this end, we are casting off the shell of our lesser self. In its place, we reveal in the midst of our daily lives, just as we are, our greater “true self.”
Thank You
Precisely because he was and remained an ordinary human, he thereby proved the principle that any ordinary person can become a Buddha of supreme enlightenment. This, in fact, was the entire purpose of his teaching.
It has been said that the decline of Buddhism in India began with the deification of the Buddha— the inability to see the Buddha as human. Similarly, to assert that Nichiren, in revealing his true identity, became something beyond human would destroy the humanity of his teachings.
The principle of casting off the transient and revealing the true, then, applies to all of us. Shakyamuni and Nichiren demonstrated that all people are entities of the Buddha of beginningless time—that all possess the eternal Buddha nature inherent in the universe.
Shakyamuni’s casting off the transient and revealing the true in the Lotus Sutra, and Nichiren’s doing so in the course of his efforts to spread the Mystic Law, therefore provide us with a source of infinite hope and confidence that we can become absolutely happy in this life, without changing who we are.
Also, “revealing the true” means to base oneself on the deepest self-awareness, to be profoundly aware of the truth that you are a Buddha and to “reveal” this truth through Buddhist practice in your everyday actions.
Though this may be easy to agree with in principle, we all can find ourselves lacking in confidence at times. It may be at work, in our studies or in our relationships. We may feel stuck in our efforts to study Buddhism or share it with others.
These are precisely the times when we can “cast off the transient and reveal the true” through the power of Buddhist practice. SGI President Ikeda says:
Whenever we find ourselves in a deadlock, we need to challenge ourselves to offer sincere prayer and summon forth great power of faith to resolve the situation. According to [second Soka Gakkai president Josei] Toda, this is what “casting off the transient and revealing the true” means for us. Faith means to struggle against deadlock. ( Lectures on the “Expedient Means” and “Life Span” Chapters of the Lotus Sutra, vol. 2, p. 60)
Chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo to the Gohonzon gives us power to positively challenge everything we face each day and make steady progress. It is fuel for opening up our apprehensive, unconfident “transient” selves and revealing our strong, wise and undefeatable “true selves.” When we each decide that our mission and ultimate purpose in life is to strive for kosen-rufu—the realization of peace and happiness for all people—and engage in courageous Buddhist practice toward this end, we are casting off the shell of our lesser self. In its place, we reveal in the midst of our daily lives, just as we are, our greater “true self.”
Thank You
Saturday, August 3, 2013
You Aint Gotta Lie to Kick it Craig!!
Ughhhhhhh, I am so sick and tired of hearing this story of these married men having secret lives and wives. Before I get into this post let me tell you that I am not at all a male basher or a man hater. I love the men of the world especially those who carry themselves as "real men.." I would like to know though from my male counterparts what defines a "man" or a "real man"? Take away the social perceptions and restraints, take away race and status. Then please tell me.
Scandals and infidelity are just things that occur in the lives of many due to our animalistic behavior and uncontrollable desires to conquer as many of our sexual cravings necessary, not thinking of who we may damage in our quest.
Situation Analysis No.1
There is a woman so happy to be married to the man who treats her as a queen and is a great father to their children. Not even a year into their marriage he seduces another young lady and begins a relationship (fling) with her. I am certain that he had no intentions of leaving his wife and kids for this thing to do. Two years later the wife finds out about his actions and confronts him, he lies. He swears on the kids, he swears on his deceased grandfather that he has not violated their union by having an ongoing affair with another woman. They say if you lie, cheat, and steal; chances are you'd kill too, kill the ones you claim to love most with your lies and deceit. This mistress knows where he lives and has stepped inside of their home..
Situation Analysis No 2.
Woman falls head over hills with a gentlemen who makes her feel so wonderful and like she is the only girl in the world. The girl walks away from family and friends to begin a lifetime full of pleasure, love, and happiness with the man. Has a child with him and considers things that she had never before, he fueled her fire, lifted her higher - her best friend Six years later she discovers from someone that he is a married man; she investigates through the city which they reside and finds his marriage certificate. She has a two month old son with the guy. He is separated from his wife, which should have given him more comfort in telling the truth 6 years ago. I'm sure that he too loves the girlfriend very much, but guys tell me also, is this true love?
I know that to the heterosexual male us women are your weakness, our sensuality and our sensitivity are irresistible. We are so delicate, and so easy to love how could you not. What if you had a daughter? You may even have a daughter or two..
All drama and humiliation could be saved by just being honest, hell you may even get lucky and keep the girl - both women even. Women can respect a man so much more for being honest, than breaking her heart and her spirit with lies, not giving half the truth, but the whole truth. A group of men once told me that, "lying saves lives".... That was very offensive to me, your whole life is a lie in that case, because one leads to another and another and another. And that makes you the hero huh, all the women, all of the men just adore and respect you and hold you high in your kingdom. It feels wonderful huh! I should kick you off your high horse and hand you my gun! KILL YOSELF you DISRESPECTFUL !@#^$R&%*^&)*))($&!!
It's ALL about RESPECT, with respect comes true love, honesty, and a greater value towards life and living. It doesn't matter if it's man or woman. These men will probably kill their wives, girlfriends, or mistresses, (girl you better be faithful to your married man, *sarcasm*) if they found out they lied to them or were unfaithful. It shocks me how men will label women as whores and sluts if they to throw themselves around as such. We Are All Equal with different anatomy, and muscle structures, we are alike. I guess because, "you're a man" it makes it alright to abuse and penetrate as many women who let you. I'm so sick of that one. We're all human and we all have sexual fantasies and desires, but can we control our actions. Why get married? Pressure? Family? Tradition? Society?
Don't cheat those who trust and believe in you. I understand that as a man, you have a great sexual appetite and that's okay. That doesn't mean, "fuck em' all" and some. Let's save some of these STD numbers, let's save or children, and our marriages. Women are so on point when it comes to caring, supporting, and nurturing our men, whether it is family or friend, its our innate nature. We can change the direction of the traditional family lifestyle by being respectful, having moral, and decency. Women have fallen off and so have our men. Stop allowing this please! Expect your man to be the best man and you be the best you for that lifetime of matrimony you promised one another. I'm tired of seeing our women crying and sad over what her "man" or this guy did or said. I will always stand for my women first, but don't be stupid too long. I WOULD NOT accept that my man is sticking his penis in another woman, I WOULD NOT accept "oh she just gave me head", I WOULD NOT accept it no matter how much I love you. Especially if you continue to do it over and over and over again. I'll never need anyone that much. But some women feel like as long as he's bringing home the money and taking care of her financially so she can look like she just wonderful, I'm good. ......... PLEASE!!! (rolls eyes)
I see that now days women and men are okay with their partners or spouses to have a side piece as long as they don't forget where home is. I may be too old to understand this one. - too much for me honey.
Women we are guilty of cheating scandals too, but for the most part a WOMAN is going to be up front with you before and/or after the cheating.
Once we stop allowing these things that hurt our women, our children, our culture - we can walk on the road towards recovery.
Guy friends if you made it this far tell me what defines a good man?
Okay gotta run, I have attached "Women Lie-Men Lie" for your listening pleasures
Women Lie-Men Lie by LS Lane feat. Naquia
Have a safe and fun weekend.
Scandals and infidelity are just things that occur in the lives of many due to our animalistic behavior and uncontrollable desires to conquer as many of our sexual cravings necessary, not thinking of who we may damage in our quest.
Situation Analysis No.1
There is a woman so happy to be married to the man who treats her as a queen and is a great father to their children. Not even a year into their marriage he seduces another young lady and begins a relationship (fling) with her. I am certain that he had no intentions of leaving his wife and kids for this thing to do. Two years later the wife finds out about his actions and confronts him, he lies. He swears on the kids, he swears on his deceased grandfather that he has not violated their union by having an ongoing affair with another woman. They say if you lie, cheat, and steal; chances are you'd kill too, kill the ones you claim to love most with your lies and deceit. This mistress knows where he lives and has stepped inside of their home..
Situation Analysis No 2.
Woman falls head over hills with a gentlemen who makes her feel so wonderful and like she is the only girl in the world. The girl walks away from family and friends to begin a lifetime full of pleasure, love, and happiness with the man. Has a child with him and considers things that she had never before, he fueled her fire, lifted her higher - her best friend Six years later she discovers from someone that he is a married man; she investigates through the city which they reside and finds his marriage certificate. She has a two month old son with the guy. He is separated from his wife, which should have given him more comfort in telling the truth 6 years ago. I'm sure that he too loves the girlfriend very much, but guys tell me also, is this true love?
I know that to the heterosexual male us women are your weakness, our sensuality and our sensitivity are irresistible. We are so delicate, and so easy to love how could you not. What if you had a daughter? You may even have a daughter or two..
All drama and humiliation could be saved by just being honest, hell you may even get lucky and keep the girl - both women even. Women can respect a man so much more for being honest, than breaking her heart and her spirit with lies, not giving half the truth, but the whole truth. A group of men once told me that, "lying saves lives".... That was very offensive to me, your whole life is a lie in that case, because one leads to another and another and another. And that makes you the hero huh, all the women, all of the men just adore and respect you and hold you high in your kingdom. It feels wonderful huh! I should kick you off your high horse and hand you my gun! KILL YOSELF you DISRESPECTFUL !@#^$R&%*^&)*))($&!!
It's ALL about RESPECT, with respect comes true love, honesty, and a greater value towards life and living. It doesn't matter if it's man or woman. These men will probably kill their wives, girlfriends, or mistresses, (girl you better be faithful to your married man, *sarcasm*) if they found out they lied to them or were unfaithful. It shocks me how men will label women as whores and sluts if they to throw themselves around as such. We Are All Equal with different anatomy, and muscle structures, we are alike. I guess because, "you're a man" it makes it alright to abuse and penetrate as many women who let you. I'm so sick of that one. We're all human and we all have sexual fantasies and desires, but can we control our actions. Why get married? Pressure? Family? Tradition? Society?
Don't cheat those who trust and believe in you. I understand that as a man, you have a great sexual appetite and that's okay. That doesn't mean, "fuck em' all" and some. Let's save some of these STD numbers, let's save or children, and our marriages. Women are so on point when it comes to caring, supporting, and nurturing our men, whether it is family or friend, its our innate nature. We can change the direction of the traditional family lifestyle by being respectful, having moral, and decency. Women have fallen off and so have our men. Stop allowing this please! Expect your man to be the best man and you be the best you for that lifetime of matrimony you promised one another. I'm tired of seeing our women crying and sad over what her "man" or this guy did or said. I will always stand for my women first, but don't be stupid too long. I WOULD NOT accept that my man is sticking his penis in another woman, I WOULD NOT accept "oh she just gave me head", I WOULD NOT accept it no matter how much I love you. Especially if you continue to do it over and over and over again. I'll never need anyone that much. But some women feel like as long as he's bringing home the money and taking care of her financially so she can look like she just wonderful, I'm good. ......... PLEASE!!! (rolls eyes)
I see that now days women and men are okay with their partners or spouses to have a side piece as long as they don't forget where home is. I may be too old to understand this one. - too much for me honey.
Women we are guilty of cheating scandals too, but for the most part a WOMAN is going to be up front with you before and/or after the cheating.
Once we stop allowing these things that hurt our women, our children, our culture - we can walk on the road towards recovery.
Guy friends if you made it this far tell me what defines a good man?
Okay gotta run, I have attached "Women Lie-Men Lie" for your listening pleasures
Women Lie-Men Lie by LS Lane feat. Naquia
Have a safe and fun weekend.
Monday, July 29, 2013
Men Becoming Allies with Women
http://michaelurbina.com/101-everyday-ways-for-men-to-be-allies-to-women/
This is absolutely true! Man friends pay attention, and women too... just class and respect... how about this Weiner dude??? So disrespectful... he is a political figure and so is his wife. Yes she stands by his side, but she has him by the balls and trust me she has plans...He's trying to justify all of this as if to say, "my wife is here by my side through this all...and that's all that matters..." and he keeps doing the same stupid ish and getting caught! Okay keep it at home and out of media if you can help it Weiners'. I can't say, "he's a man" to make it all right. I just can't, I'm tired of this being the answer. #humiliating #embarassing #rude #disrespectful #happymarriages #politics #Weinerhead okay, maybe I should have tagged all of that
This is absolutely true! Man friends pay attention, and women too... just class and respect... how about this Weiner dude??? So disrespectful... he is a political figure and so is his wife. Yes she stands by his side, but she has him by the balls and trust me she has plans...He's trying to justify all of this as if to say, "my wife is here by my side through this all...and that's all that matters..." and he keeps doing the same stupid ish and getting caught! Okay keep it at home and out of media if you can help it Weiners'. I can't say, "he's a man" to make it all right. I just can't, I'm tired of this being the answer. #humiliating #embarassing #rude #disrespectful #happymarriages #politics #Weinerhead okay, maybe I should have tagged all of that
Thursday, April 4, 2013
Free My Mind
Just some thoughts of my own .... "something on ya mind - let it off"
Maybe a nuclear attack would "wake up" our America and entire world. The human race has been robbed and programmed to believe anything we are given. The value of life and love are diminished by the images that media allows the public to indulge itself in. Parents do not raise their children anymore or they have no interest in making a brighter future. We Are Lost & UnFound... #pulltheplug #reprogram
I don't like going to the club much, I'd rather party and parlay with those close to me that I know or have some sort of relationship with. Now when I begin traveling the world I will make an exception..
This Shit Ain't Easy... I just make it look that way. I wish you had an idea of the emotional, mental, and physical strain I deal with on a daily basis. I wish you knew what it was like to grind the soles of your shoes off, seriously, I wish you knew what it was to heal your own broken heart. Do you know what it's like to pick yourself up from the ground, hug yourself, wipe your own tears away, then go to the mirror to encourage yourself that you're going to be okay? ...pat yourself on the back, massage yourself (no, not the genitalia, but if that does if for ya..) back into a normal state? I clean my eyes and wipe my own hands clean. It'd be such a great pleasure and blessing to be able to just let go for once ....................
I guess I'll just stop and sit my ass down somewhere at 36 and focus on a family... I love life and I am grateful for what is has offered me. I may not have everything I want right now, but it is sufficient for me and I am happy with that. It doesn't matter what anyone else thinks. Judge me if you will. I am Blessed with just Being - Thank You, Thank You, Thank You.
There is so much more bouncing around inside of this little head, but I can't pull it out right now, and it may not even be for you to know.. :)
Maybe a nuclear attack would "wake up" our America and entire world. The human race has been robbed and programmed to believe anything we are given. The value of life and love are diminished by the images that media allows the public to indulge itself in. Parents do not raise their children anymore or they have no interest in making a brighter future. We Are Lost & UnFound... #pulltheplug #reprogram
I don't like going to the club much, I'd rather party and parlay with those close to me that I know or have some sort of relationship with. Now when I begin traveling the world I will make an exception..
This Shit Ain't Easy... I just make it look that way. I wish you had an idea of the emotional, mental, and physical strain I deal with on a daily basis. I wish you knew what it was like to grind the soles of your shoes off, seriously, I wish you knew what it was to heal your own broken heart. Do you know what it's like to pick yourself up from the ground, hug yourself, wipe your own tears away, then go to the mirror to encourage yourself that you're going to be okay? ...pat yourself on the back, massage yourself (no, not the genitalia, but if that does if for ya..) back into a normal state? I clean my eyes and wipe my own hands clean. It'd be such a great pleasure and blessing to be able to just let go for once ....................
I guess I'll just stop and sit my ass down somewhere at 36 and focus on a family... I love life and I am grateful for what is has offered me. I may not have everything I want right now, but it is sufficient for me and I am happy with that. It doesn't matter what anyone else thinks. Judge me if you will. I am Blessed with just Being - Thank You, Thank You, Thank You.
There is so much more bouncing around inside of this little head, but I can't pull it out right now, and it may not even be for you to know.. :)
Thursday, January 10, 2013
LS Lane featured in The Hype Magazine
The Hype Magazine Interview with LS Lane
Taking her hustle mentality coupled
with real life adversities and pain, LS uses her pen as her magic wand and the
mic as her sword. Lois “LS” Lane is a reflection of her on stage transformation
which occurs in a matter of seconds. Her Superman simply forms in the image of
a handheld microphone where the dynamic virtue can not be ignored. With an undeniable
sex appeal and beauty, this gifted lyricist, SINGER, songwriter, producer,
model, & host is more than just a pretty face.
By the
age of 13, LS (originally presented as Lady Shaun) was performing in high
school talent shows working the crowd and spitting rhymes. With her love of
music and the arts, LS continued to hone her skills and craft by writing,
performing in showcases throughout her native Louisville, Kentucky community
and joining a local band. As time passed and her focused shifted, LS was
determined to take her career to the next level. With her no nonsense attitude,
motivation and desire to be the next platinum selling artist, LS relocated to
Atlanta WITH A DREAM.
Never
one to stay constant, LS emerged with a new swag and persona (LS: The Last
Standin'). In a city like Atlanta, there is no shortage of talent so LS had to
make her mark and she has done so by being versatile. On the musical side, LS
tours the Southeastern Regional markets doing shows and expanding her
ever-growing fan base. In addition, she has opened for such noted artists as
Teyana Taylor and Chrisette Michelle, MYA, EightBall & MJG, 112, Field
Mob, Da Brat, Ying Yang Twins, Crystal Waters, and Trina to name a few. LS
continues to challenge herself as an artist and performer as a front vocalist
with Hip Hop/R&B cover band Culture Sol, and background vocalist for
corporate cover band, Atlanta Rhythm & Groove. She has added performances
on the Carnival Cruise lines on her resume as well as performances at the
Atlanta and Nashville Gay Pride Festivals for the last five (6) years.
LS Lane is an American entertainer, songwriter, singer, lyricist, and television host born and raised in Louisville, KY. She discovered her love for the stage and performance at age 4 after she was entered into a local beauty pageant and won the title. She has been constant and accomplished in her achieving her dreams in arts and entertainment. LS moved to Atlanta, GA in 2000 to pursue her goals even further and it has been quite a ride. I am the oldest of six sisters and I have a great responsibility in being a little big sister and showing my sisters how to persevere and how not to let other people belittle them or make them feel less than what they know they are worth. I discovered my gift of songwriting and performing live at the age of 12 and I have been going every since. I am in the groove and loving it all. I obviously love it for me to still be here pushing as hard as I know how. I have toured, I have promoted, I have fought, cried, bled, and given so much towards what I believe in, and that is a dream of ultimate success. Since discovering my love of performance and art I have accomplished much and learned so much more at the same time and I hold it close to me and protect it with my heart. My most recent achievement is winning Atlanta's Search for the Coldest MC competition (hosted by #CoorsLight, Ice Cube, and DJ Drama) where I was challenged by a guy from NY. From the regional win I was flown off to NYC for the finals to compete against 8 other guys from other US cities, and I was humbled and proud to be titled as the runner-up in the entire competition!! I hate competitions and battles because that is not what I feel my purpose is, but taking chances is what I am in to, and look at the outcome. This was just motivation for me to go ahead and take my movement to the next level. I've been to NYC twice since to perform in the club scenes there. I am excited about tomorrow..
Who are your musical influences and why?
I have been influenced over time by a few acts and figures: Outkast, TLC (Left-Eye), Lauryn Hill, Jay-Z, Josephine Baker, Micheal Jackson & Prince, Busta Rhymes, John Lennon, President Obama, All of these influences have set outside the box and looked inward/upward. They were able to see the bigger picture and they set out to capture the world with their views, their inspirational music. They understand the people and what they want, and they have given much of themselves through what they love. It's not always about YOU and I can see through what these artist have created that they not only love themselves, but they LOVE. These are the footsteps that I want to follow in~ DARE TO BE DIFFERENT!
What prompted you to venture into Hip-Hop?
Well, I could say that it was by accident, but that would be a false statement. In my freshman year of high school I quickly gained popularity status through playing sports and being active in different events and clubs, and just being a clown, period. When it was time for the school talent show, of course I had to sign up just because there was a stage to showcase on. What I was going to do, I had no idea! Poetry seemed to be what everyone else was into, so why not play my hand.. Now during this time I had just started really listening to hip-hop and getting into the art of it, Da Brat, TLC, and West Cost rap were my top picks. Time came for me to write my poem and the first line went a little something like this: "I'm Boom-Boomin in my Jeep and I got the flava...". Hmmmm, poetry? I don't think so! It was very rhythmic and dying to bust out of the simple poetic format that I had created. "fuck it! this is rap, and I'm doing it". And that's all she wrote, talent show night came and that's the beginning of my musical history. So many encouraged me to continue and my delivery was perfect, people want ed me in their groups and I ate it all up. It has been all worth it.
If you could describe your style of music in one word, what would it be and why?
Transcending. Because there is a musical gap and I don't like it. I grew up listening to everything, as I said before I didn't really get into listening to real hip-hop until high school, and I didn't like that I was missing out on it either. There is a divide between the music substance and creativity. My driving force is to bring together the ages and the cultures. I love music, all of it, and I have the need to express that in what I write. Every time I perform, my goal is to bring everyone together - and I do. My job is to entertain, but what is it if I only half-step with it. To see the people, (all of them) come together with smiles and rhythm in their souls during my performances is what moves me. That is a wonderful feeling and almost brings me to tears at the same time. That's worth it!
What do you have as an artist that makes you stand out among the rest?
I am passionate, I deliver and charge like a roaring lion(ess). It goes beyond hip-hop, I am a seasoned entertainer who speaks of real life situations, not the streets or what this or that *igga did or that *igga said. I don't wait for anyone who says what they can do, to do anything for me and my movement. My motivation comes from deep within and I am not here to win anyone's approval to be accepted into their clicks or bands. I am a one woman show for the most part and everything I have accomplished is because I went out and got it just because I wanted to see if I could really do this. I have shocked and scared myself silly and it's become a habit that I can't quit. I have been told no and let down because I would not compromise what I know to be my self worth or moral value, and I am okay with that. It has made me stronger and pushed me to work harder.
What is your favorite part of performing?
LOL! When I go out, unless I'm with my "click", I'm usually really laid back, checking out the scene and not really saying much, just ready to perform so I can get out of there to move on to the next task. My favorite part of performing is when people misjudge you without knowing you or ever seeing you or your act before - the look on their faces. I think most expect me to be your typical female rapper, and that I am not. My show is action packed with great energy that I aim straight in the crowds face, my vocals and control is dynamic and I assume a lot of people in the underground arena aren't used to this. (and my good looks don't help much ;) lol) The faces - I love the faces of my people, especially the boys. They're usually front row within my view mouths open, head nodding, smirking. My ladies are all smiles, hands in the air, listening to catch on to the next hook and rocking with me, or either listening and watching with their heads slightly cocked to the side and arms folded taking me all in. At first, I didn't know how to take this and though it to be bad. But I love what I do too much to believe that it's nothing good. Even if it were a negative response, I'd make it into a positive. I love it too much and I am certain that it "shows"
What can your fans expect on the album you are currently pushing?
I don't know if many are ready for what I am going to release 1st Quarter 2013! I'll have to work my hardest once more to prepare them. I know who will expect it though and I am taking it directly to them, (not in the streets though.) "GET LIVE OR GET LOST" will stand strong to it's name. I will break it down, show-n-tell style on what it is to GET LIVE OR GET LOST!!! This will be an album for everyone one young and older. Were going to dance party, were going to sweat, were going to fight, make love, cry, scream, fly.. There is no limit to this journey were about to take. Universal Linguistics
What do you think of today's musical trends?
Music has just evolved as most things and trends do. As far as my hip-hop/rap culture, I do feel we could do a better in providing a better fulfilled music with substance for our upcoming generations. Still feel free to express ourselves through hip-hop, but the world is watching, the youth are listening and emulating or adult lives. Anybody can rhyme and out together a song, but where is the creativity, the thing that makes you last long in this industry. Push to be GREAT, there is too much room to be so. I do like how hip-hop/pop and dance culture are coming together to create these great dance songs and anthems, but at some point this will get old too because everyone is doing it. Set trends and margins for others to follow. I wish we could go back to the times where MTV would play all musical content. There is a difference in the generation that watched MTV, BET, VH1 during my time than there is now... The evil people of the world have forced a disconnect upon us and it is alive and seen very clearly amongst us all. Music bridges gaps, it brings all people together, I'd like to see more of my musicians and artist us this tool before we really destroy ourselves completely. There are no rules when it comes to musical creativity.
Any upcoming appearances?
I perform and travel weekly with my cover bands. I also have my own band "IN BETWEEN" and we have our first debut performance this Saturday, October 27 at The Basement in Atlanta, Ga! And another live performance at The Time 2 Shine event in November hosted by Mu Legend with guest performance by Ray Lavender. I am so eager to show everyone what I mean when I present my band. Stay Tuned for more details on this new wave!
Any advice for upcoming artists?
Know that what you see of these big named artist who have excelled, is not something that they have achieved overnight. Be willing to learn and know your craft throughout. A lot of upcoming artist seek fame, money, cars, girls; it's bigger than what you see. Be passionate and driven and don't let anyone sell you their dream. Follow your own way, and if you believe it - you can achieve it by staying true. There is no need to compromising your self worth, if it's in you and if it is for you - that is so. Short cuts and easily become a @#$ Up and I'd hate to know that my striving artist will allow themselves to get lost in the wild. It's very easy to get lost.. Stay Focused & Faithful, Stay Humble, Stay Active, and Stay True
Where can your fans find more info?
You can find more detail here: www.reverbnation.com/mynamisls or twitter @mynameisls @N_BETWEEN or www.facebook.com/loislanefanpage
Last but not least, HYPE wants to know…What’s your CRAZIEST “Where they do that at?!” moment…
My craziest moments are all captured during my gigs out of town or my college gigs with my cover bands. I had never experienced streaking before until a gig at Princeton University about a year ago. Now we're in this huge frat house, (if you know how Princeton's infrastructure is built you could probably imagine the scene.) 3 stories, ancient, and a bit scary. There are a group of frat guys at the bottom of the stairs chugging and chanting their drunken chant after we just finished rocking the house. Out of no where this mixed Asian girl comes through streaking and screaming with joy, and the crowd goes wild. She runs up 1 level and runs through that floor, she re-appears to make her way up to the third level and back down to the ground level and disappeared. I was shocked, happy, and free all over again. Good for her. I don't care what they say about Princeton, they know how to have a good time and welcome you warmly. "I Love College"!!
#GETLIVEORGETLOST
www.thehypemagazine.com
Friday, December 21, 2012
Finding Answers Within
You Have All the Answers Within You
When you realize that you always have the answers within yourself, you can stop searching outside of yourself.
Many of us seek the answers to life’s questions by looking outside of ourselves and trying to glean advice from the people around us. But as each of us is unique, with our own personal histories, our own sense of right and wrong, and our own way of experiencing the world that defines our realities, looking to others for our answers is only partially helpful. The answers to our personal questions can be most often found by looking within. When you realize that you always have access to the part of you that always knows what you need and is meant to act as your inner compass, you can stop searching outside of yourself. If you can learn to hear, trust, and embrace the wisdom that lives within you, you will be able to confidently navigate your life.
Trusting your inner wisdom may be awkward at first, particularly if you grew up around people who taught you to look to others for answers. We each have exclusive access to our inner knowing. All we have to do is remember how to listen. Remember to be patient as you relearn how to hear, receive, and follow your own guidance. If you are unsure about whether following your inner wisdom will prove reliable, you may want to think of a time when you did trust your own knowing and everything worked out. Recall how the answers came to you, how they felt in your body as you considered them, and what happened when you acted upon this guidance. Now, recall a time when you didn’t trust yourself and the results didn’t work out as you had hoped. Trusting your own guidance can help you avoid going against what you instinctively know is right for you.
When you second guess yourself and go against what you know to be your truth, you can easily go off course because you are no longer following your inner compass. By looking inside yourself for the answers to your life’s questions, you are consulting your best guide. Only you can know the how’s and why’s of your life. The answers that you seek can be found when you start answering your own questions. (and they say you must be crazy if you talk to yourself - Negative)!
Happy Holidays 2012
#GETLIVEORGETLOST
@mynameisls
@N_BETWEEN
www.youtube.com/nomopain879
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
HOODRICH!!
Real Quick - this was on my mind this morning...
I grew up in the hood back in KY, (yes, we have them in Louisville too.) I never really knew it was the "hood" until I moved out, in fact I didn't even know what "hood" was exactly until I moved away from there and into a more peaceful and diverse community. I didn't take that way of life with me when my mother took us from it. I was always focused on having a laughing and playing with my neighborhood and school friends, going to the community center, going on visits to my grandmother and my daddy's house, riding my dirt bike, playing football, basketball, or racing barefoot in the middle of the street, and every now and again a little "hide n' go get it" on 39th & River Park Drive. There were little gangs and wanna be ballers in the "hood" that never sparked any interest of mine so I stayed away from it.
I came up a fighter, I had to, I went through a little bully phase too, - was this the "hood" in me? Probably. Thinking about the torture and hate that I displayed to some of my vulnerable victims as I grew up, makes me feel ashamed and makes me sad every time I think about it. And NO, I wasn't "doing what I had to do," I was acting out what I had always seen. That's all I knew coming up in a certain environment, my mother fought physically and economically since the time I can literally remember. It was not pretty, nothing was..... I do remember seeing and experiencing the nature of the hood, but I was just a kid, all that I cared about was fun, junk food, and granny's house where it was calm and loving. Thinking back today, I can say I did a lot of "hood" shit in my life time, and I'm okay with that. One thing I will never forget, is where I have came from - how could I.
Now I'm older, "a grown ass woman" that is, and I ain't got no love for the hood!!! Now let me get into this and if I step on some toes, excuse me, but I am speaking from my heart and my own experiences as a black woman, we all have our opinions. What the hood has done for me is shown me how much I dislike and/or disagree with the labels that society has put on it and how "we" accept them, it has shown me that I wouldn't want to re-live, nor would I want for my children to live what me or my mother had to live once upon a time, this is all the hood has done for me honestly. A lot of memories have been left behind. How much love is there in the hood and how often is it displayed? I know there is love in there somewhere, but it starts from within the home.
One of my friends told me, "L you should take it to the streets, get some shots in the hood, ya know to set the image and make it look like..." Truth is, I've never really cared about what it looks like when it came to marketing myself and reaching for my goals. I don't want to confuse or mislead my audience and those who fan me. I know what "hood" is, I know what it is to be street and I am the least bit interested in following that road, I've seen where it leads, and again, that IS NOT where I am going. I see a bigger, brighter, a more rewarding road. I pick and choose my destiny, I create my space. That may be good for some, but just not me. No disrespect to the "hood" at all, but I know it goes beyond that. It can only take you so far and there is no life longevity in it unless, it's in you. And most that I've seen come from the hood - they've come and they've gone.
See the hood can only give me so much, so I would never settle on being "HOODRICH", I see that as chump change. I even tried to be once, but it was short-lived and filled with drama and constant commotion. I'm talking about building empires in foreign lands and showing them the way to all around good music and enjoyment of life. A man said to me, "Lying can save lives..." (smh) No sir, Music can. #VALUE JAY-Z type ish, and I have to give credit to my rappers who have set this standard in the industry, I understand it. It is right before our eyes, we can use many people and scenarios as example. I'm on my Josephine Baker, Tina Turner, Beyonce shit, ya know. I don't have time to play around in the hood to get some sort of street credit - F! That! The only thing I can give to the hood is good music and hope, and I will. I have enough friends from all different walks of life, all different races, cultures, and beliefs that have influenced me and my everything! I have friends from many places and not one of them is more or less important than the other because of their social standard. I'd suggest everyone to diversify their group of friends and learn something. I don't think I could ever stuck into a certain mentality, better yet let me use my favorite, "I can not be placed inside of a box.." I'll lose my mind and become bored with in 12 hours. There is so much to conquer in the world and I am going after it - HANDS DOWN! Hence my motto, #GETLIVEORGETLOST
Thank goodness we have the power over our own lives by grace of God to make our lives what we want. TAKE IT! WHATEVER YOU WANT and you don't have to cheat anyone to get it. You may have to use some as pedestals, but that isn't a bad thing. I believe in karma, therefore you get what you give. So be true to yourself, follow your hearts, and be humble all at the same time. The reward in the end will be far beyond your imagination. I've seen it and I want it too bad
Blessed Day to All <3
I grew up in the hood back in KY, (yes, we have them in Louisville too.) I never really knew it was the "hood" until I moved out, in fact I didn't even know what "hood" was exactly until I moved away from there and into a more peaceful and diverse community. I didn't take that way of life with me when my mother took us from it. I was always focused on having a laughing and playing with my neighborhood and school friends, going to the community center, going on visits to my grandmother and my daddy's house, riding my dirt bike, playing football, basketball, or racing barefoot in the middle of the street, and every now and again a little "hide n' go get it" on 39th & River Park Drive. There were little gangs and wanna be ballers in the "hood" that never sparked any interest of mine so I stayed away from it.
I came up a fighter, I had to, I went through a little bully phase too, - was this the "hood" in me? Probably. Thinking about the torture and hate that I displayed to some of my vulnerable victims as I grew up, makes me feel ashamed and makes me sad every time I think about it. And NO, I wasn't "doing what I had to do," I was acting out what I had always seen. That's all I knew coming up in a certain environment, my mother fought physically and economically since the time I can literally remember. It was not pretty, nothing was..... I do remember seeing and experiencing the nature of the hood, but I was just a kid, all that I cared about was fun, junk food, and granny's house where it was calm and loving. Thinking back today, I can say I did a lot of "hood" shit in my life time, and I'm okay with that. One thing I will never forget, is where I have came from - how could I.
Now I'm older, "a grown ass woman" that is, and I ain't got no love for the hood!!! Now let me get into this and if I step on some toes, excuse me, but I am speaking from my heart and my own experiences as a black woman, we all have our opinions. What the hood has done for me is shown me how much I dislike and/or disagree with the labels that society has put on it and how "we" accept them, it has shown me that I wouldn't want to re-live, nor would I want for my children to live what me or my mother had to live once upon a time, this is all the hood has done for me honestly. A lot of memories have been left behind. How much love is there in the hood and how often is it displayed? I know there is love in there somewhere, but it starts from within the home.
One of my friends told me, "L you should take it to the streets, get some shots in the hood, ya know to set the image and make it look like..." Truth is, I've never really cared about what it looks like when it came to marketing myself and reaching for my goals. I don't want to confuse or mislead my audience and those who fan me. I know what "hood" is, I know what it is to be street and I am the least bit interested in following that road, I've seen where it leads, and again, that IS NOT where I am going. I see a bigger, brighter, a more rewarding road. I pick and choose my destiny, I create my space. That may be good for some, but just not me. No disrespect to the "hood" at all, but I know it goes beyond that. It can only take you so far and there is no life longevity in it unless, it's in you. And most that I've seen come from the hood - they've come and they've gone.
See the hood can only give me so much, so I would never settle on being "HOODRICH", I see that as chump change. I even tried to be once, but it was short-lived and filled with drama and constant commotion. I'm talking about building empires in foreign lands and showing them the way to all around good music and enjoyment of life. A man said to me, "Lying can save lives..." (smh) No sir, Music can. #VALUE JAY-Z type ish, and I have to give credit to my rappers who have set this standard in the industry, I understand it. It is right before our eyes, we can use many people and scenarios as example. I'm on my Josephine Baker, Tina Turner, Beyonce shit, ya know. I don't have time to play around in the hood to get some sort of street credit - F! That! The only thing I can give to the hood is good music and hope, and I will. I have enough friends from all different walks of life, all different races, cultures, and beliefs that have influenced me and my everything! I have friends from many places and not one of them is more or less important than the other because of their social standard. I'd suggest everyone to diversify their group of friends and learn something. I don't think I could ever stuck into a certain mentality, better yet let me use my favorite, "I can not be placed inside of a box.." I'll lose my mind and become bored with in 12 hours. There is so much to conquer in the world and I am going after it - HANDS DOWN! Hence my motto, #GETLIVEORGETLOST
Thank goodness we have the power over our own lives by grace of God to make our lives what we want. TAKE IT! WHATEVER YOU WANT and you don't have to cheat anyone to get it. You may have to use some as pedestals, but that isn't a bad thing. I believe in karma, therefore you get what you give. So be true to yourself, follow your hearts, and be humble all at the same time. The reward in the end will be far beyond your imagination. I've seen it and I want it too bad
Blessed Day to All <3
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
LIVE LIVE!
Living Life does so come with a cost. This statement that I have made should not be mistaken or ignored. The value of life is great and all it cost is living it to the fullest by being whole, living righteous, and giving back to our people, that is what God created it for. I can't list a price number, of course this does not apply to this statement, that will be in another post coming soon, ("Invested Living"). Place Value on your life, place value on what it is you give to yourself and to the people of the world and see how far it takes you. If you are not giving or living LIFE, you're dead...Live It or Lose It! Which rings bells to my motto
I have a problem with the people who complain and seek sympathy where it's not necessary, I really do. I have an issue with people who complain about why they don't have, why they can't do or they can't be... blah, blah, blah!! I don't believe these people, you were not created to be defeated, or to give up on yourselves. We are built tough - to WIN everything that we reach out to conquer. Keep that winning spirit, it lives long. We have so much power to create and manifest whatever it is that we want. It may take some time and developement, we may have a few failed attempts but we can not quit on ourselves.
I was having a conversation with a young lady some months ago and she said to me, "when I make it, I am going to just give people opportunities...". I feel where she was coming from, but I had to agree to disagree. I am not a selfish woman at all, and I have given much back to my communities and organizations. But this is how I perceived this: Why would you give away something that you have worked so hard for when the people you want to give back to don't understand what it is to prosper, they don't understand what it is to dig deep and to rise up! It'd be worthless, there is a high probability that you would be let down and disappointed. Everybody wants a chance at something and God always gives chance, it's unlimited. I gave a homeless man a value meal, fresh and hot from McDonald's, he handed it back to me with an attitude and said, "I can't spend this...." I want to see what you can do with what you have been blessed with. Convince me that you are worth it! Everyone isn't set out to take the challenges that life and career has to offer. I want to invest in quality, I want to put my money and my own worth behind another who is going through what I have trampled through for more than 15 years. Show me your worth. My team that I am slowly putting together will consist of these sorts of people. Just because you do what I do, doesn't mean that were on the same level.
I hope that I have not gotten to far away from the subject here, and in no way am I here to insult or "shit" on anyone. I love my people. I really want to just announce to those of you who are "waiting" for your breakthrough, that there aren't many shortcuts to life. If you find one that you feel is fit to your situation, feel free to try it out. I'd strongly suggest to go through it all though if you're strong enough for that. It's worth it! Learn the in's and out's to life. The road least traveled.. is the secret...it has made all of the difference. No need to fear, pray that fear away and Let's Go! You are surrounded by angels, you are the fire! SUCCESS is YOURS take it.
"AT ALL COST - I AM THE LAND OF THE FREE"
Lois "LS" Lane
"GET LIVE OR GET LOST"
I have a problem with the people who complain and seek sympathy where it's not necessary, I really do. I have an issue with people who complain about why they don't have, why they can't do or they can't be... blah, blah, blah!! I don't believe these people, you were not created to be defeated, or to give up on yourselves. We are built tough - to WIN everything that we reach out to conquer. Keep that winning spirit, it lives long. We have so much power to create and manifest whatever it is that we want. It may take some time and developement, we may have a few failed attempts but we can not quit on ourselves.
I was having a conversation with a young lady some months ago and she said to me, "when I make it, I am going to just give people opportunities...". I feel where she was coming from, but I had to agree to disagree. I am not a selfish woman at all, and I have given much back to my communities and organizations. But this is how I perceived this: Why would you give away something that you have worked so hard for when the people you want to give back to don't understand what it is to prosper, they don't understand what it is to dig deep and to rise up! It'd be worthless, there is a high probability that you would be let down and disappointed. Everybody wants a chance at something and God always gives chance, it's unlimited. I gave a homeless man a value meal, fresh and hot from McDonald's, he handed it back to me with an attitude and said, "I can't spend this...." I want to see what you can do with what you have been blessed with. Convince me that you are worth it! Everyone isn't set out to take the challenges that life and career has to offer. I want to invest in quality, I want to put my money and my own worth behind another who is going through what I have trampled through for more than 15 years. Show me your worth. My team that I am slowly putting together will consist of these sorts of people. Just because you do what I do, doesn't mean that were on the same level.
I hope that I have not gotten to far away from the subject here, and in no way am I here to insult or "shit" on anyone. I love my people. I really want to just announce to those of you who are "waiting" for your breakthrough, that there aren't many shortcuts to life. If you find one that you feel is fit to your situation, feel free to try it out. I'd strongly suggest to go through it all though if you're strong enough for that. It's worth it! Learn the in's and out's to life. The road least traveled.. is the secret...it has made all of the difference. No need to fear, pray that fear away and Let's Go! You are surrounded by angels, you are the fire! SUCCESS is YOURS take it.
"AT ALL COST - I AM THE LAND OF THE FREE"
Lois "LS" Lane
Sunday, June 24, 2012
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
YOU Talk Too Much..
Some things are just not meant to be shared with everyone. Whether it be good or bad people could care less about you and what you've got going on in your life unless it is of benefit to them - how selfish! Oh well, it is so.
I think the saying goes, don't put all of your (blank) in one bucket! I know that is the truth, I'd be broken if that were the case. I am a very loving and compassionate individual who glows at the sound and sight of a relative or friend's happiness. Their great news is my great news and I celebrate those achievements proudly that anyone has gained towards their success. You never know what they have suffered through to get to that point, you never know how they have endured. #RESPECTHEHUSTLE. I'd even love to share with you all and my social networks all that I dream, the great deal that is on a rise, or what's NEXT. But I'd rather creep on the come up and move quietly until I have placed all pieces that are required and then give it to the world. I excite myself and this method works best for me, let me tell you why.
Do you know that people will wish evil and failure upon you because of jealousy, hate, and insecurities. They will harbor in these negative vibes until they see a reason to move to the next victim. I dance with the devil everyday, but he is such a fool to believe that I believe and trust in him enough to tell all of my secrets. Well, they are not really secrets, but I value my stuff! I have fought and long and strong for it all and I will not stop fighting long and strong for my voice be heard. Everybody doesn't want good for you. They want to see you suffer, but they don't need to see that either, so walk with dignity and your pride, but be humble.
YOu know your strengths, let your work show for it. You ain't gotta say a damn thang to nobody about your blessings.
So my friend run your race with grace and stride, don't look back or look down on the next man. Just stay true to your heart and no that ACTIONS SPEAKS LOUDER THAN WORDS. You don't need anyone's approval but The God!
#STFU
The race is not won by the who is stronger or swift - but to the one who endures.
God Bless
LS
I think the saying goes, don't put all of your (blank) in one bucket! I know that is the truth, I'd be broken if that were the case. I am a very loving and compassionate individual who glows at the sound and sight of a relative or friend's happiness. Their great news is my great news and I celebrate those achievements proudly that anyone has gained towards their success. You never know what they have suffered through to get to that point, you never know how they have endured. #RESPECTHEHUSTLE. I'd even love to share with you all and my social networks all that I dream, the great deal that is on a rise, or what's NEXT. But I'd rather creep on the come up and move quietly until I have placed all pieces that are required and then give it to the world. I excite myself and this method works best for me, let me tell you why.
Do you know that people will wish evil and failure upon you because of jealousy, hate, and insecurities. They will harbor in these negative vibes until they see a reason to move to the next victim. I dance with the devil everyday, but he is such a fool to believe that I believe and trust in him enough to tell all of my secrets. Well, they are not really secrets, but I value my stuff! I have fought and long and strong for it all and I will not stop fighting long and strong for my voice be heard. Everybody doesn't want good for you. They want to see you suffer, but they don't need to see that either, so walk with dignity and your pride, but be humble.
YOu know your strengths, let your work show for it. You ain't gotta say a damn thang to nobody about your blessings.
So my friend run your race with grace and stride, don't look back or look down on the next man. Just stay true to your heart and no that ACTIONS SPEAKS LOUDER THAN WORDS. You don't need anyone's approval but The God!
#STFU
The race is not won by the who is stronger or swift - but to the one who endures.
God Bless
LS
Thursday, May 10, 2012
The N Word!
I have been insulted twice in two days by being called The "N" word by two different men coming from two different backgrounds and cultures. It was only a month ago that I flaunted so gracefully in all of my glory (natural hair) in the bathroom mirror, where there were four Caucasian women who were a part of a wedding party, and one just felt the need to speak of how nappy her hair would get if her friend didn't fix it right.
What is with all of the ignorance, jealousy, and terror in the world. I'd like believe it would change, but I don't think so, at least not in my lifetime. The human race has come a long way from nothing to almost something, but we continue to hinder ourselves by trying with all of our power to restrain and belittle others. I live by the Golden Rule "Treat Others How You Want To Be Treated", or wait for your Karma. No matter how much I dislike a person or what my personal beliefs and thoughts may be I will never disrespect another life within my control. My ancestors suffered immense torture and abuse for me to relive it by my actions. It could fuck up my life and I refuse to allow anyone else's ignorance to cut off my blessings. We need to wake up and become present, life within so that what we give and put back out into the world what it's been missing - LOVE...
This morning after calming myself from a bitter road rage war of words with a man who had no generosity to allow me to merge to prevent me running off of the road - I thought to myself.. I have many friends of different races, different cultures, many walks of life, with different views on life, religion, and politics and we still all get along pretty well. If we disagree on a topic or a situation we can address it, argue it or talk about it, agree to disagree, laugh, and joke about it and it all be okay. I thought, "how many of my associates would handle the road rage situation the way this white man did this morning?" THINGS THAT MAKE YOU GO HMMMmmm. This man probably works with people of different races and origins, I wonder how many he has to interact with daily, who he has befriended, and if he is teaching his kids, (if any) this sort of behavior. It really disturbs me. We can bring about life or death through the words we speak, speak life and focus on being a light, a source. The "N" word is HATE regardless of what manor it is used in, it is ignorant regardless of your race or where you come from, it is not DEAD!
This morning I woke up stretched high to the sky, thanked the God, and meditated. I fell weak and allowed someone to break my spirit and my focus just that quickly. Now I am working to recover my peace, there is nothing like it. I hope that guy and the Mexican who called me out of my name are having a great day... (Serenity Prayer)
Thursday, February 23, 2012
On and On-CLUBMIX-MIXED
And this is how we are going to kick things off in 2012! GETtin geared up for Lois Lane album - STAY TUNED
GET LIVE OR GET LOST!!
click this link to hear new single while you can
On and On-CLUBMIX-MIXED
GET LIVE OR GET LOST!!
click this link to hear new single while you can
On and On-CLUBMIX-MIXED
Friday, February 17, 2012
Counting Blessings
1, 2, 3, 4, 10 Thousand!!!
WoW!!! HAve you ever just taken a moment, especially in your times of despair to think about all that you have to be happy and thankful for..? Well, I sure have and I tell you it certainly outweighs the bad days. I write this small reminder today because I need to. I know that some of you may be dealing with some things that probably shouldn't be dealt with at all, or some situations that you are not so pleased with right now. Don't be so hard on yourself. Let Go and Let Life run its course. It will never be perfect, it will never be more than you can bare, but it will always be just enough (sufficient). Take this time to reflect on how amazing our Creator is, how Great you are, and all of the good people, opportunities, and growth that you have experienced. The storm must clear, but I need for you to be in good health in mind and spirit.
WHen we give - we receive an overflow of goodness in return. We may not receive what we expect in the time that we have personally calculated, but it is everything that we need in perfect timing. Give more and watch what happens. Plant seeds of hope, of love, and of prosperity. Don't sit on your blessings - count them... Give like you're handing put golden tickets to Your Grand Event no matter what it is. Give yourself to the world, but don't lose yourself in this world, (easier said than done huh).
Now, those who are closest to me know me to the T - spiritually, emotionally, artistically, they know my strengths and my weakness, but a lot do not know of my relationship with the God, because I don't speak it. Maybe it's because I feel like that connection is so intense and powerful, but I should confess more. He carries me along these highs and lows like no one could ever imagine. He heals my brokenness and He replenishes my soul, He never stops giving, He is soooo good to me...How could I not count my blessings, He Is Awesome!! My past month has been rough when dealing with people of the world and staying out of my head, but He has held me down like a Vet! At the end of the day - All IS Well~It is So. I have a God, (and a dog) who loves me unconditionally, He keeps me on my feet. My motivation does not come from what he or she does, but it has been rooted within me. He feeds me, provides me with everything I need, and I blossom into what He has planned for me. I may have stressed leaves and broken limbs, but I'm Still Standing, I'm Still Growing, and I can not be defeated!! I need for you to feel the same way okay....LEGGO!!!
GET LIVE OR GET LOST
WoW!!! HAve you ever just taken a moment, especially in your times of despair to think about all that you have to be happy and thankful for..? Well, I sure have and I tell you it certainly outweighs the bad days. I write this small reminder today because I need to. I know that some of you may be dealing with some things that probably shouldn't be dealt with at all, or some situations that you are not so pleased with right now. Don't be so hard on yourself. Let Go and Let Life run its course. It will never be perfect, it will never be more than you can bare, but it will always be just enough (sufficient). Take this time to reflect on how amazing our Creator is, how Great you are, and all of the good people, opportunities, and growth that you have experienced. The storm must clear, but I need for you to be in good health in mind and spirit.
WHen we give - we receive an overflow of goodness in return. We may not receive what we expect in the time that we have personally calculated, but it is everything that we need in perfect timing. Give more and watch what happens. Plant seeds of hope, of love, and of prosperity. Don't sit on your blessings - count them... Give like you're handing put golden tickets to Your Grand Event no matter what it is. Give yourself to the world, but don't lose yourself in this world, (easier said than done huh).
Now, those who are closest to me know me to the T - spiritually, emotionally, artistically, they know my strengths and my weakness, but a lot do not know of my relationship with the God, because I don't speak it. Maybe it's because I feel like that connection is so intense and powerful, but I should confess more. He carries me along these highs and lows like no one could ever imagine. He heals my brokenness and He replenishes my soul, He never stops giving, He is soooo good to me...How could I not count my blessings, He Is Awesome!! My past month has been rough when dealing with people of the world and staying out of my head, but He has held me down like a Vet! At the end of the day - All IS Well~It is So. I have a God, (and a dog) who loves me unconditionally, He keeps me on my feet. My motivation does not come from what he or she does, but it has been rooted within me. He feeds me, provides me with everything I need, and I blossom into what He has planned for me. I may have stressed leaves and broken limbs, but I'm Still Standing, I'm Still Growing, and I can not be defeated!! I need for you to feel the same way okay....LEGGO!!!
GET LIVE OR GET LOST
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
A Phenomenal Woman
Phenomenal Woman
Pretty women wonder where my secret lies.
I’m not cute or built to suit a fashion model’s size
But when I start to tell them,
They think I’m telling lies.
I say,
It’s in the reach of my arms,
The span of my hips,
The stride of my step,
The curl of my lips.
I’m a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That’s me.
I walk into a room
Just as cool as you please,
And to a man,
The fellows stand or
Fall down on their knees.
Then they swarm around me,
A hive of honey bees.
I say,
It’s the fire in my eyes,
And the flash of my teeth,
The swing in my waist,
And the joy in my feet.
I’m a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That’s me.
Men themselves have wondered
What they see in me.
They try so much
But they can’t touch
My inner mystery.
When I try to show them,
They say they still can’t see.
I say,
It’s in the arch of my back,
The sun of my smile,
The ride of my breasts,
The grace of my style.
I’m a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That’s me.
Now you understand
Just why my head’s not bowed.
I don’t shout or jump about
Or have to talk real loud.
When you see me passing,
It ought to make you proud.
I say,
It’s in the click of my heels,
The bend of my hair,
the palm of my hand,
The need for my care.
’Cause I’m a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That’s me.
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
I Got That Fiyah!
My conscience spoke to me a long time ago - and it said to me, "DONT STOP". I questioned, "why? This is too stressful! I can't trust any of them! They will never see what I see! They don't understand, They don't want the best for me..!!" My self replied with, "Why not. This is yours. This is what is for you...do you think all of this desire, this certainty was just made up in your head?"
You know the feelings you get deep down in your gut that never leaves you alone or the thoughts that constantly come to mind- the dream is what we call it? No man or woman cant change this, they can't take this from you, because you were born with it. This is that Fire shut up in your bones, the Promise that God has given to each of us. It was created within us to use it, not to loose it. Recognize your call and prepare yourself in mind, body, and spirit to answer to it. People are counting on you, their looking up to you, were waiting for you to step up into the light of what belongs to you.
Have no fear because the favor is all yours. Ask for guidance, for courage and strength, ask for understanding and an open mind, ask for a clear vision. In between time get your plan together.. I encourage you, and I can promise you that you will not be disappointed in the outcome. There are too many people who just sit back in contentment of what is given to them. Life is better than sitting back waiting on stuff to happen, go and get it! You Deserve It! Stop Complaining and let this thing breathe. Nurture your dreams, manifest a life worth living.
Many times I've wanted to give up in my aspirations and my quest to succeed, and I have twice before. In asking for an answer, within hours I got exactly what I asked for. A phone call, An unexpected run in with an old business partner, teachers, a stranger speaking encouraging words and wishing me the best, not knowing much about what I do or what I have done. I made a promise to my promise that I would not give up again, no matter how difficult it became and I must say I am astounded at the outcome of staying the course and not backing down again. At this point I couldn't give up if I wanted too. I want you to experience this same joy. Dont Give Up on Yourself - What God has for you is for you. No One can alter that, Nobody. If God is for you, who can be against you. You were born to succeed, taking the steps are all up to you.
Keep The Faith, It Aint Fa Nothin!
<3
Lois LS Lane
I Got That Fiyah!
You know the feelings you get deep down in your gut that never leaves you alone or the thoughts that constantly come to mind- the dream is what we call it? No man or woman cant change this, they can't take this from you, because you were born with it. This is that Fire shut up in your bones, the Promise that God has given to each of us. It was created within us to use it, not to loose it. Recognize your call and prepare yourself in mind, body, and spirit to answer to it. People are counting on you, their looking up to you, were waiting for you to step up into the light of what belongs to you.
Many times I've wanted to give up in my aspirations and my quest to succeed, and I have twice before. In asking for an answer, within hours I got exactly what I asked for. A phone call, An unexpected run in with an old business partner, teachers, a stranger speaking encouraging words and wishing me the best, not knowing much about what I do or what I have done. I made a promise to my promise that I would not give up again, no matter how difficult it became and I must say I am astounded at the outcome of staying the course and not backing down again. At this point I couldn't give up if I wanted too. I want you to experience this same joy. Dont Give Up on Yourself - What God has for you is for you. No One can alter that, Nobody. If God is for you, who can be against you. You were born to succeed, taking the steps are all up to you.
Keep The Faith, It Aint Fa Nothin!
<3
Lois LS Lane
I Got That Fiyah!
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
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