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Spring in the City
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
What a gorgeous weekend we just had! It was perfect Atlanta weather: not a cloud in the sky, no humidity, perfect temps. I made sure to get out and mingle as much as possible. Just about every restaurant patio was filled with patrons soaking up the sun, including me.
Spring fever is definitely heating up the dating scene. The ladies are showing off their assets gained from all the time spent in the gym; the guys are strutting around, looking extra casual and good enough to eat. It’s a great time of year to be single and looking!
Spring is also what I like to call “recycling the ex” season or in my case, the Boomerang Boyfriend time of year. It never fails, every spring, I have an ex-boyfriend resurfacing out of nowhere. They start with forwarding emails (probably to see if the account is still active), then they move to text messaging (to see how annoyed you are), and finally it’s the old “running into you” in your regular hang outs. Transparent much?
Have you ever had a spring fling with your ex? Did you regret it?
Do your exes, former flings, and/or booty calls come out of the woodwork this time of year? If you aren’t interested, what do you use as your ex-repellent? What does it really mean when they keep coming back?
How was your weekend? Any hot dates, serendipitous encounters, or potential romances brewing?
Where do you plan to spend your spring? Where do you go to meet people with similar interests as you? Where do the single people go!!
I took up tennis for the first time this weekend, and I am totally hooked! What activities are you looking forward to doing in the city this spring?
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By QC
April 21, 2008 8:22 AM | Link to this
Morning Bloggers have a great day all ;)
By Unknown
April 21, 2008 8:29 AM | Link to this
hi QC! i look forward to seeing you every morn chica.
By Bit-O-Honey
April 21, 2008 8:47 AM | Link to this
Morning folks, wow I have never been amongst the first to post….anyway,WD the weekend was wonderful and I love hanging out in the park with a good book. People watching is fun. I’ve met some pretty cool people at the park hanging out. No pretenses, just sun and fun.
By Lady J
April 21, 2008 8:47 AM | Link to this
Spring has not nice to me…Hasn’t gave me a chance to enjoy…This sinus infection I have is kicking my butt!!!! J is home sick for real with a severe headache!!!! I never could enjoy this season but it has been nice outside veiwing it from the bed…Just looking forward to Memorial Wkend and praying I could see some eye candy @ the Badu Concert! Every have a great Monday! Peace!
By 6'1 & Luvin it (Don Dada)=Playin both sides
April 21, 2008 8:50 AM | Link to this
Good morning everyone! I suffered with my allergies the entire weekend but I had to get out on the bike. Yes, I have had a pop up out of no where the Stalker * dun, dun, dun!* He showed up at one my haunts.
By 6'1 & Luvin it (Don Dada)=Playin both sides
April 21, 2008 8:54 AM | Link to this
Good morning everyone! I suffered with my allergies the entire weekend but I had to get out on the bike. Yes, I have had a pop up out of no where the Stalker * dun, dun, dun!* He showed up at one my haunts. He stayed the entire time watching like a hawk. He knows that I stay in the vacinity. When I left, I rode around for dayuum near 30 minutes to make sure I was not followed.
By QC
April 21, 2008 8:59 AM | Link to this
Morning, Unknown enjoy your day!
By Kym
April 21, 2008 9:00 AM | Link to this
Do your exes, former flings, and/or booty calls come out of the woodwork this time of year?
Yes. Someone will pop up like a bad penny it never fails.
If you aren’t interested, what do you use as your ex-repellent?
Just say I am flattered that you thought of me- but No thank you.
What does it really mean when they keep coming back?
Hmmm lets see, it was good, boredom, it was really good, lonely, Did I mention it was really really good? I joke..maybe anywhoo..I had one guy tell me he missed our debates.
This spring I will be camping with the boy, volunteering and attending a few Wednesday Winddowns. As we roll into summer there is family reunion, more camping, and volunteering, and a few road trips. Gas prices ughh!!
By Teresa
April 21, 2008 9:11 AM | Link to this
Morning Bloggers
By anonymousella
April 21, 2008 9:11 AM | Link to this
i was about to say ‘no’ but then i remembered a friday IM from a dude i dated almost 8 years ago.
his dumb behind decided then that he couldn’t commit to me then so i ended it. he’s been trying to get back in ever since.
keep in mind that by “commit” i meant “stop sleeping with me and his ex.” silly me, i assumed that when he told me he had an ex that he wasn’t still effin her. and do you know his bama a** got all indignant because she was ‘acting crazy’?
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as for romance brewing? not for moi. i’ve given up on trying to find love — or at least a date — in atlanta. i’m now hatching a 3-5 year Escape From Atlanta plan. i would leave sooner, but i bought a house last year under duress (break-up with a live-in + some serious mama guilt).
By M.
April 21, 2008 9:27 AM | Link to this
I have noticed in my 2 years in Atlanta that when the pollen hits, that is the first sign that the dating game is about to pick up. The thing about the Atlanta dating scene is that you have to put yourself in the position to succeed. No one is going to knock on your door and say, hear you were single, so get out there!
Where do you plan to spend your spring? Where do you go to meet people with similar interests as you? Where do the single people go!!
I hope to get in a little traveling, but not start any long distance relationships. We already have plenty of talent in Atlanta! Where I have meeting people lately is just things off the beaten path, just network with people and try new stuff. The single people I have been meeting lately have been at events and networking mixers.
By 6'1 & Luvin it (Don Dada)=Playin both sides
April 21, 2008 9:29 AM | Link to this
anonymous That is the only reason why I am still in atlanta. I want to escape big time too. I am tired of the same ol’ same ol’.
By AmazonRed
April 21, 2008 9:31 AM | Link to this
Morning everyone! It was a fab weekend. I actually spent it in Los Angeles. Went to a wedding full of doctors and there were only like 4 single guys. None of them cute. LOL. Did meet a cutie out on the town Friday night.
Great topic today WiseDiva. I do hear from an ex around this time and one of them is taking me to dinner this weekend. I let 6 months go by before taking his calls. In that time I reviewed our relationship and determined if he really committed any gregious errors or if he simply took me for granted. Turned out it’s the latter. So he wants to “talk” and I’ll allow it and go from there…
Activities I’m going for this spring: more pole dancing, tennis, and golf. I also want to spend more time outdoors, probably just sitting on patios during brunch and happy hour. LOL
By M.
April 21, 2008 9:31 AM | Link to this
I have noticed in my 2 years in Atlanta that when the pollen hits, that is the first sign that the dating game is about to pick up. The thing about the Atlanta dating scene is that you have to put yourself in the position to succeed. No one is going to knock on your door and say, hear you were single, so get out there!
Where do you plan to spend your spring? Where do you go to meet people with similar interests as you? Where do the single people go!!
I hope to get in a little traveling, but not start any long distance relationships. We already have plenty of talent in Atlanta! Where I have meeting people lately is just things off the beaten path, just network with people and try new stuff. The single people I have been meeting lately have been at events and networking mixers.
By mamalongleggs
April 21, 2008 9:32 AM | Link to this
Good Monday morning Everyone,
If you aren’t interested, what do you use as your ex-repellent? I use call block for the phone calls and Cujo for those “pop up” visits.
By Binford2K8
April 21, 2008 9:42 AM | Link to this
I’m ready for the spring! Ready to get my rear end out there and meet women. I had the Binford-mini-makeover! recently and well, I maxxed out. If a lady doesn’t love me now - I’m investing in cats and trips to Reno and Amsterdam.
If an ex calls, it’s usually just for a hook up. Worst case, they call with the “I was stupid” spiel and I confirm that yes, in fact, they are stupid. Friends need that affirmance.
Need to figure out where those lovely ladies congregate - rest assured I will be there ….”how YOU doin!”
By Bit-O-Honey
April 21, 2008 9:43 AM | Link to this
AmazonRed, a wedding full of doctors, 4 of which were single and none were cute, damn, such a waste!!
By AmazonRed
April 21, 2008 9:50 AM | Link to this
Bit-O-Honey - LMAO! Exactly! A complete waste! And I think 2 of em had girlfriends but were coerced by the groom to the floor since they weren’t married yet. But they certainly were not available! LOL
By Raqi
April 21, 2008 9:52 AM | Link to this
This year I will be doing some major spring cleaning. That will include completing the downsizing of my wardrobe which my friends girls have agreed to pitch in and go thru their stuff and we will take the clothing to some women shelters.
We are also planning a yard sale challenge to see who can raise the most money from “stuff” we already own. The total of all the funds will be given to charity.
This spring cleaning will also consist of getting rid of some negative dead weight in my life. I am going to wash my hands of this particular person and not look back. And should any other arrive I will do the same for them.
We are going to plant some trees in my b-i-l subdivision this coming weekend in honor of Earth Day.
My sistah friends and I are planning to go see Alice Walker.
I have one more wedding to attend this month. A lingerie party. A recital. And a masquerade birthday party. A freakin masquerade party. The theme is “The Wild”.
By IslandGirl
April 21, 2008 9:59 AM | Link to this
Morning Everyone
By BriteEyez
April 21, 2008 10:04 AM | Link to this
Good Morning everybody!
To me, spring and summer are the best seasons of all. The sun is where my most positive energy, and good feelings come from!
I plan on spending as much time as possible doing all the things I love like playing badminton and throwing the frisbee in the park, swimming, bike riding and of course people watching out on the patio at some of the local watering holes.
I am also very passionate about traveling, so far I have 3 exciting travel adventures already set up and looking forward to lining up more! My motto is, “have passport, will travel!”
As far as rekindling an old flames, that probably won’t be happening. Of the two men I’ve had in my life in the past 17 years, ex-hubby has remarried and we are good friends happily co-parenting our daughter. Then there is ex-fiance, who still very unhappy with me about ending the relationship so I doubt I’m on his list.
Anyway,life is good and the weather is great so I’m looking forward to a glorious spring hopefully full of new adventures!
By kinderbabe
April 21, 2008 10:05 AM | Link to this
ladyj sorry to hear you’re not feeling well.:) the pollen will be out of here soon enough so that those of us w/severe allergies can resume normal lives. i’ve had my fair share of trouble w/it too. what concert is memorial day weekend? i saw you mentioned a badu concert.
good morning all hope you had great weekend experiences. no back tracking for me this spring! i’m in new bloom mode…lol. i figure if nature is starting anew, so can i.:) looking forward to the sweet freshness ahead.;)
By Staceye AKA Black Mamba
April 21, 2008 10:10 AM | Link to this
Good Morning guys!! I am now toothless! (Nah..just wisdom toothless). I was ready to fight when Doc pulled those teeth. But the meds had me running into walls at home (I now have lipgloss prints on the walls). I am now eating my first non-soup/no-ice cream meal and it hurts like shyt!
Lady J I had a sinus infection about a week and a half ago! No Joke..the antibiotics and Sudephed worked wonders.
Binford are you going to the Bunny ranch? LOL
Raqi I LOVE Masquerades…I have feather masks all over my walls. I have to say Halloween is my favorite holiday. I love to wear costumes…think it’s why I love to perform…I get to play dress up!
6’1 do you ride with a club? I have been to a few of the parties with my homegirl who rides.
By Angie (formally known as Beautiful)
April 21, 2008 10:10 AM | Link to this
good morning wise, everyone, haters! i really enjoyed bella’s topics last week. i learned something valuable. thanks!
on topic
omg. this topic is all me. my first fling in GA rang my phone friday night while i was talking to one of my homegirls. didn’t answer because i knew in my heart he wasn’t ready for me yet. then my first boyfriend from MI (i think i was 14 yrs old) blew my cell up. he left a vm saying he’s going to be in atl on the 24th. didn’t answer because he is married. like i said, they always come back!
By Awww..dayum
April 21, 2008 10:11 AM | Link to this
recycle the ex? In the words of Whitney……….He!! to the naw……..!!! An ex is an ex for a reason, keep it moving!
On another note, did I read something about someone “playing both sides”? Is that the same as a “switch-hitter”? Just wondering, that sounded a bit questionable………hmmmmmmm
By Bit-O-Honey
April 21, 2008 10:11 AM | Link to this
Binford I’m curious, what did your”mini makeover“consist of?
By Lady J
April 21, 2008 10:17 AM | Link to this
thanks kb!!! i feel terrible and truly could not make it to work…Stace I go to the doc 7:30 in the morning…A friend of mine hooked me on the salt walter steam too Thanks if you are lurking!!! My head is hurting really bad and I just stop throwing up mucus! coughing my tale off still…I can’t breath in this stuff place…I am cold then hot…
By AmazonRed
April 21, 2008 10:22 AM | Link to this
Blog Observation - This blog is always dead when the topic turns to what folks are actively doing. All talk no action. Where is everyone?
Or is it just one of those “busy” Mondays? LOL
By Unknown
April 21, 2008 10:25 AM | Link to this
All talk no action Yep! That’s what I get from reading post too.
By Lady J
April 21, 2008 10:30 AM | Link to this
KB I think Erykah is coming 5/23…I will go to tixmaster and see…
By Binford2K8
April 21, 2008 10:31 AM | Link to this
Bit-O-Honey
I got my tooth straightened and fixed my plumber’s crack fixed ;p
Seriously, I had my hair pretty long and just got it cut for the mating season.
Staceye
I’ve often wondered if my money that I’ve wasted on unappreciative women would have been better spent at the Bunny Ranch or some place like it.
By Binford2K8
April 21, 2008 10:32 AM | Link to this
Bit-O-Honey
I got my tooth straightened and fixed my plumber’s crack fixed ;p
Seriously, I had my hair pretty long and just got it cut for the mating season.
Staceye
I’ve often wondered if my money that I’ve wasted on unappreciative women would have been better spent at the Bunny Ranch or some place like it.
By The Truth
April 21, 2008 10:35 AM | Link to this
Good morning e1.
I did just get a call from an ex of 4 yrs. The flame is gone but she’s cool convo.
6’1 I saw the stuntas riding this weekend on 285. They had some chicks riding. You in a group?
By 6'1 & Luvin it (Don Dada)=Playin both sides
April 21, 2008 10:38 AM | Link to this
Staceye I rode with a club when I first started riding but now I just really do it by my lonesome. Me and my ex husband use to ride together. I really enjoy the camaraderie of the club thing but the women either are jealous of you because of the men and the men are jealous of you because of the women. I was the talk of the club. I hated it. Everytime I turned around my name was coming out of one of the members mouth. It got to be ridiculous. But the messed up part was that I didn’t phuck anybody.
By AmazonRed
April 21, 2008 10:39 AM | Link to this
Whitney and Ray J are really a couple? Really? LMAO.
Binford - The grass is always greener. The bunny ranch will get old too. LOL
By Raqi
April 21, 2008 10:41 AM | Link to this
My mother would always plant tulips to bloom around Easter. I think when I leave work today I will go by David’s Flower and a dozen or so to sit on the kitchen counter. I am kinda missing her right now.
Staceye when I was growing up my dad would not allow us to participate in Halloween activities. I use to sit and look out window watching all of my friends run up and down the street in their costumes. Now I get my chance LOL. The Man wants to go as the leopard and her trainer. I sketched up a pretty nice leopard top and bottom. The will be a halter top that stops right below my rib cage and the bottom a boy-short cut design. A pair of extra sheer hose and yeah possibly some thigh high boots. May as well go all the way.
LOL Amazon and Unknown. How do yall know what these people are or are not doing?
By SexyLeggs
April 21, 2008 10:44 AM | Link to this
Good morning everyone. I love this time of year.
Hey BriteEyez/ARed I love badmintion. Perhaps we can get a game on soon.
I plan on doing some traveling w/my child this summer and a few weekends by myself. I love to sit and people watch as well.
Santoria Lynn, how did your breakfast date go?
By AmazonRed
April 21, 2008 10:46 AM | Link to this
Raqi - It’s just an observation. But I’m guessing an accurate one. LOL. Some bloggers have already stated they don’t “date” but if you’re on this blog (and single) you should get on out there!
By Binford2K8
April 21, 2008 10:50 AM | Link to this
ARed
Highly doubtful that the Bunny Ranch would get old. Though my goal is a relationship/family - the nookie never gets old. Never heard a guy who says he gets too much!
The point with that comment was, at least you know up front what the deal is. They’re honest with you upfront at least - I’d appreciate that honesty and frankness from some of my dates.
By Bit-O-Honey
April 21, 2008 10:50 AM | Link to this
Amazon Red, to your blog observation, nobody wants to share their hot pick-up spots due to possible oversaturation of that market. That or, nobody is really macking these days. I’m experiencing some new interests, too early to share. Seems promising, I’m optimistic but no expectation, no disappointment.
By Wise Diva
April 21, 2008 10:51 AM | Link to this
Good morning everyone!
I have to clarify, I don’t mean guys are literally good enough to eat, LOL, someone sent me a message saying it sounded uhh creepy, slightly naughty. I should have just said “yummy”. I don’t know any women that go around trying to bite random guys, though, hopefully you don’t either.
By AmazonRed
April 21, 2008 10:52 AM | Link to this
SexyLeggs - I like badminton too so count me in.
By 6'1 & Luvin it (Don Dada)=Playin both sides
April 21, 2008 10:53 AM | Link to this
Raqi I didn’t get to do the Halloween thing either. You need to do the fishnet with the really big holes.
By BriteEyez
April 21, 2008 10:55 AM | Link to this
Hey Sexyleggs I’m always up for a game… let me know!!
Ared Yeah, it is quiet in here today… and this is the first day in a long time that I have had any time to peek in!
By SexyLeggs
April 21, 2008 10:56 AM | Link to this
Wise Diva, we are all grown here. We knew that you didn’t mean it “literally”. It’s a coined phrase, it’s suppose to sound naughty…sheesh!
Badminton tournament in the making!!!
By Tazzee
April 21, 2008 10:57 AM | Link to this
Morning Folks!
It was a nice weekend in Houston too. I actually got outside and did some yardwork instead of having my lawnguy do it - nothing major though. I also went to my first spinning class Saturday morning and it wasn’t nearly as hard as I thought it would be. My bottom still hurts but I will be back.
I don’t have a lot of exes so I don’t get those Spring calls. Guys that never even made it to relationship status have a tendency to call to check on my status but I just keep the convos short and let them know I’m not interested.
For everyone trying to leave ATL, I would trade places with you in a heartbeat. As a matter of fact if you want to buy a house in a very nice area north of Houston, let me know.
By Raqi
April 21, 2008 10:57 AM | Link to this
LOL WiseD. Makes you wander sometimes.
I once told someone to kiss my arse and he did. Literally. But that’s a whole other topic right there. So yeah I guess you might have to clarify.
By AmazonRed
April 21, 2008 11:00 AM | Link to this
Binford - if your goal is marriage and family then RANDOM nookie will certainly get old. Isn’t that one of the main reason that guys settle down to begin with? Because playing the field got old? LOL
Bit-O-Honey - Feel you on the oversaturation bit. Feel you on the new relationships bit. But you often can’t even get what folks did the past weekend social/dating wise. Because (some) folks don’t do anything! Sure it’s “none of our business” but isn’t all the personal things we post on here none of our business as well? LOL.
I’m just saying…it’s odd to me. LOL
By Bit-O-Honey
April 21, 2008 11:01 AM | Link to this
Wise Diva was that some sort of Freudian slip? It’s cool if you want to eat you some men girlie…roll with it. Ha!
By Staceye AKA Black Mamba
April 21, 2008 11:01 AM | Link to this
Oh Binford..you never cease to amaze me! LOL
On topic Recycling an ex is like drinking backwash frrm a soda bottle! Why not just get a new soda? LOL
Lady J I hope you feel better mami! The sinus infection is NO Joke!
ever sense I have been on the pain killers..I can;t seem to do anything like my normal self…I am forgetting things and getting tongue twisted! UGH! I now know what senior citizens face everyday…being toothless and being a part of the C.R.A.F.T club (Can’t **Remember A F#cking Thing)!
By Lady J
April 21, 2008 11:05 AM | Link to this
thanks Bit-O-Honey…
By The Melo
April 21, 2008 11:07 AM | Link to this
hie yuall!
By kinderbabe
April 21, 2008 11:08 AM | Link to this
ladyj yep, it is the 23rd. jill scott will be at chastain at the end of july…guess there will be on sugarwater festival this year. they’ll be touring separately.
By kinderbabe
April 21, 2008 11:08 AM | Link to this
ladyj yep, it is the 23rd. jill scott will be at chastain at the end of july…guess there will be no sugarwater festival this year. they’ll be touring separately.
By Binford2K8
April 21, 2008 11:11 AM | Link to this
ARed
You just don’t get it, do you? ;p
Staceye
What?
…and nice anology to backwash! If it was alcohol, you wouldn’t have to worry about the germs!
By Bit-O-Honey
April 21, 2008 11:12 AM | Link to this
Bloggers this is kinda spooky. I just rec’d a text from this dude I met in Miami last June. He’s writing me like we have this exchange daily. I’m like who is this b/c I don’t have his number saved in my phone, he goes on to explain where we met. I’m like oh yeah……….what do you want?? LOL!
By AmazonRed
April 21, 2008 11:14 AM | Link to this
Binford - guess not.
By SexyLeggs
April 21, 2008 11:16 AM | Link to this
Ewwwww….backwash!
Staceye, loving the C.R.A.F.T Club. Hope you feel better real soon.
I have this ex-roomate from 1990 that always pops up once the weather changes. He’s married now and called last week to see how I was doing. He asked me out for a drink but had to decline. Just didn’t feel right!
By Raqi
April 21, 2008 11:21 AM | Link to this
More Spring Activities: My son is on spring break this week. He chose to spend it with his father which is fine by me. Now I can walk around the house freely in my undies. At least for a week that is.
Amazon and BinF you all’s comments made me remember a song that the man was singing in the shower two days in a row. I had never heard it or maybe just never paid any attention to it. I asked him what it was then when I got to work I looked it up.
Here it is:
I used to be the type of brotha
That thought i would never slow down
I used to swear that I dont even care what happens but baby right now
(I see that) you changed my mind
(I mean that) and it took some time
But now I understand I can be a better man
I never had the chance to meet a lover quite like you.
You revealed another part of me
Gurl your love is trial and true
(Never) will I break your heart
(Never) will we ever part
(Never) Can’t believe I used to say I use to say
(Never) will I love this way
(Never) give my heart away
Never would this player hang his jersey up and leave the game
Never would’ve thought in a million years I would be here
Thats why I say
(Never) will I know the truth
(Never) would I’d known that you would come into my life and make everything new
By AmazonRed
April 21, 2008 11:22 AM | Link to this
Give me Atlanta spring/summers any day. LA is nice and dry but it gets to freezing every night!
Houston is too freaking humid and hot!
Atlanta is good with me!
By AmazonRed
April 21, 2008 11:26 AM | Link to this
Raqi - That song is by Jaheim and I love that song! (His songs are usually hit or miss with me I don’t need to hear about “ghetto love). LOL
By The Melo
April 21, 2008 11:27 AM | Link to this
Raqithat song means u are running rings around him in the bedroom…keep doing what u doing coz u got an old man in a delirium and he dont knw what to do except to talk to himself!!
By Angie (formally known as Beautiful)
April 21, 2008 11:33 AM | Link to this
i like atl for visiting only. my first time here years ago, i was in aw. the greenery is pretty and the city is exciting to me. i’m a valley girl and there’s no place like home. ;-)
i’ll be back every year.
By mytwocents
April 21, 2008 11:33 AM | Link to this
Reduce-Reuse-Recycle is best reserved for plastics & paper goods. Even the most casual ‘recycleable’ can be problematic b/c he may expect some sort of priority since they technically got there first. That’s either a headache or a heartache waitin to happen so I try hard not to backslide…
It’s ok. I get it, B2K. Now is this like a David Beckham type buzz cut or what? Women are visual creatures too.
By SexyLeggs
April 21, 2008 11:39 AM | Link to this
Raqi, by him singing that song he is giving praise to you, your mental and physical skills. He’s appreciating everything he went through to finally have a love like what the two of you share. He’s ^5ing you with words (LOL).
By I am Legend
April 21, 2008 11:43 AM | Link to this
I’ve often wondered if my money that I’ve wasted on unappreciative women would have been better spent at the Bunny Ranch or some place like it.
thats why it does not pay to get them ish….lol…j/k…but i feel where you coming from dude.
By Raqi
April 21, 2008 11:46 AM | Link to this
AmazonR Very seldom do any of those whinny voices hold my interest long enough to know what they are talking about. LOL
Melo Maybe. Probably he was singing because he likes to sing.
By Staceye AKA Black Mamba
April 21, 2008 11:48 AM | Link to this
Raqi I love that outfit girl…work it!
Binford I always laugh at some of the things you say! LOL
I do not care about the backwash germs….It is just gross! LOL
Sexyleggs girl I need help! LOL
By Binford2K8
April 21, 2008 11:53 AM | Link to this
Raqi & ARed GROUP HUG!!
I don’t mind hanging up the jersey as long as I can keep it in storage …just in case.
By Kym
April 21, 2008 11:57 AM | Link to this
Tazzee Hey there girl I was just looking at some houses in Houston. I am comtemplating moving myself. But not because I dont love Atlanta its home.(Southern Gal until I die) But because I am looking to buy a home and I cant find a house in a decent school district. Without paying 300k plus to live in that area. Out of my league. I know this is not the get schooled blog but frankly schools heading south are proving the old sayings you want a good education head north-I hate thinking that but right now it is holding true. Homeschooling is looking better and better.
By Lady J
April 21, 2008 11:57 AM | Link to this
wow a second chance to see Jill as I missed her before and Miss Badu will have my attention by any means necessary….wow…plus my usual Frankie B!!!! I am going to have a fun summer…Disclaimer: I never liked Spring…Late summer and Fall are my times of the yr!!! Thanks KB and it has been a long time KB, glad to chat with ya!!! take care 24 more days but you know I am working summer school so it doesn’t matter!
By Angie (formally known as Beautiful)
April 21, 2008 11:58 AM | Link to this
good ppl, please skip this post
regarding last friday, before I get out the door
still waiting on that e-mail! attention w*******, coward you’re just mad cause you can’t be me!!! if you respond to any post on this board, you take it seriously. and to make it clear to you, i don’t walk around showing and tellin’ ppl how sensitive i am. i would be taken advantage of by every dyck head out there. ya think! i show it here because i can. and i won’t stop!!! i’m not trying to fit in. i’m being me.
also, some men will try to do what they think they can get away with. but it’s up to you if they become successful in their quest.
truth if you don’t want another like me or your ex-wife, you might want to cross over. a true female who doesn’t talk mushy is fakin’ it and bustin’ at the seams. good luck!
y’all be real. read you in the morning.
By The Melo
April 21, 2008 12:08 PM | Link to this
Angie (formally known as Beautiful) so all wkend, u had *attntion whre on ya mind? Girl…thats serious…..
By m'karyl
April 21, 2008 12:14 PM | Link to this
Once the ex, stay the ex-after all,had to be some reaons why it didn’t fly the first time…once I loose interest in someone, nothing can bring backe that “spark” of interest that has now waned…oh well.
By mamalongleggs
April 21, 2008 12:22 PM | Link to this
Hey there M’karyl and The Melo
By SexyLeggs
April 21, 2008 12:28 PM | Link to this
Melo, I thought the same thing when I read the post.
Mo, did you complete your assignment over this weekend? I didn’t because I got sick.
By anonymousella
April 21, 2008 12:28 PM | Link to this
@don dada so true. i seriously considered moving out west a few years ago. but i stayed here for love and the cost of living.
the love thang didn’t work out. and i finally got honest about the fact that i might have to suck up the cost of living thing in return for a city that works better for me.
re: what am i doing this spring? answer: same thing i’ve been doing. i go to a concert, restaurant, or play at least once a month. i plan to squeeze in a trip to see my folks and maaaaybe one to NY too. i’m overdue for some serious quality time with my BFF.
@amazonred: i don’t date because i hardly ever have. always feels like a waste of time. it just doesn’t work for me.
besides, when i do go to places where single folks congregate, i don’t get approached. might as well save my money and stay home if i’m going to get the same results.
i’ve made peace with my impending spinsterhood … lol.
By Raqi
April 21, 2008 12:30 PM | Link to this
LOL Melo. She did admit once that she does not have a life outside of this blog. I thought she being facetious but I guess not.
By SexyLeggs
April 21, 2008 12:39 PM | Link to this
anonymousella, your post is very disheartening. However, don’t you feel good just going out by yourself even if no one approaches you. Do you think there’s a reason why no one approaches you? Are you, as they say here on this blog, mean mugging?
Shouldn’t some of your results be that you simply took yourself out and had a good time??? Just wondering. Hell, I’m going to force myself to go to concerts, movies and dinner by myself. Something I don’t like doing, but this spring/summer it’s about me exploring things on my own and not waiting around indoors feeling bad. Hell to da naw!
By The Melo
April 21, 2008 12:39 PM | Link to this
mamalongleggs hey girl, i really want to see hw tall u are….and if u can be pivoted, like u claim…u wanna send me a pic?
By Angie (formally known as Beautiful)
April 21, 2008 12:39 PM | Link to this
melo lol. i read it this morning.
By Staceye AKA Black Mamba
April 21, 2008 12:48 PM | Link to this
mytwocents David beckham is SO Doable! Yummmmmmmmy!
Anonymousella * i don’t date because i hardly ever have. always feels like a waste of time. it just doesn’t work for me* I SO feel you! I get approached..I just feel they are all a waste…only out for the puddy and I am not letting mine be added to the platter that they are trying to fill.
By m'karyl
April 21, 2008 12:51 PM | Link to this
Hey mamma Y’all making me jealous for the ATL Spring weather…it is not bad here, but you just can’t beat the Spring in the ATL…great patio weather for brunches and cocktails…ragtops down, breezing up 85N, etc.
By The Truth
April 21, 2008 12:53 PM | Link to this
Angie there are plenty of women out there that have an emotional balance. No need to cross over. The key word is balance.
Staceye if you need me I’m there for you. You layed up or what? You need some soup or 7 up, let me know.
Anon that sounds serious. Why is it you feel you don’t get appraoched? Also, do you feel it will better in another city? New faces, same people.
After I got divorced I thought about heading home. I’m so glad I didn’t. Atlanta is the nicest place to live in I’ve been to. Low cost of living, plenty to do and plenty of places to travel to. If they would just cut out the land between here and the ocean i’d marry this place. We need more water, an ocean. LOL
By Cemeeli
April 21, 2008 12:55 PM | Link to this
Hey Everyone!
Helllooo in here….is everyone out planting trees, collecting & cleaning their recycle bins, arranging car pools , etc.? For tomorrow and Earth Week i was thinking about purchasing some recycle canvas bags that most retailers sell now, and pass them out here at the office*.
Lets see…
How was your weekend? It’s the playoffs I had a faboulous weekend!!…And i also went shopping for couple babyshower events coming up soon…the weather was marvelous.
Any hot dates, serendipitous encounters, or potential romances brewing? lol…almost. let you know Tuesday
Where do you plan to spend your spring? outdoor around the grill (of course), joining the church in a effort/task tent event for the public, baseball fields, T2Tennis events, Book Club Girls Day out @ Braselton Ga. Chateau Elan, Atlantic Station i always meet nice ppl their, OH, and i joined the Ga. Aquarium Volunteering Program dunno how that happened.
Where do you go to meet people with similar interests as you? networking events, places mentioned above.
mytwocents - reduce, reuse, recycle…got it! But nah…i can never go back to a “place” where i was hurt, lied too, used, blamed…etc, etc.
Peace.
By Tazzee
April 21, 2008 12:57 PM | Link to this
Kym my home is in a very good district. I have a pool, master on the main, brick….lemme know if I have a deal. J/K - I understand your dilemma though. Schools are very important and if I had children and lived in ATL, I’d definitely be shelling out some $$$ to put them in private school.
By mamalongleggs
April 21, 2008 12:59 PM | Link to this
Melo what will I get in exchange for my photo?
By m'karyl
April 21, 2008 1:00 PM | Link to this
Truth
That is what I am really hoping to have more time to enjoy about the area that I am in at the moment…the fact that I am surrounded by water…Virginia Beach, Cheaspeake Bay…etc.
By The Melo
April 21, 2008 1:04 PM | Link to this
mytwocents, like Angie, waz thnking ‘bout u this weekend but not in a bad way…what qs did u have for me friday?(u tall, with long legs or u short?)..stacie d beckham and victoria** are swingers. thoght u shld knw that are u getting back in da game girl?… Truth 4got to add plenty of places to travel and plenty variety of doable wmen
By m'karyl
April 21, 2008 1:04 PM | Link to this
Cemeeli
It sounds like you have aplenty to keep you active and such…
Shouldn’t some of your results be that you simply took yourself out and had a good time???
Hey-ale…I have been doing that for 31 years…and I have found that some of the best times to be had were in those unanticipated moments of the venture when I just encountered fun folk, who like me, just wanted to have a good time…
By AmazonRed
April 21, 2008 1:07 PM | Link to this
anonymousella Thank you for your response and being pulled out of lurksville. I think you should try speed dating. It forces you to be social and highlight the best part of your personality…in 3 minutes. I think if you kick into gear, you will be more approachable by men. You sound defeated.
Staceye - Every red blooded american male is out for puddy. Whether they state it explicity or approach you as a “good guy.” Know that’s part of the game and that YOUR job is to get him to focus on the things that matter.
Truth - I agree with you on your post about Atlanta! While it is ONE of the nicer places I’ve lived if the ocean was closer it be darn near perfect. If I ever do leave ATL, it will be because of the school system. But that’s a non issue until I have some kiddies.
By mamalongleggs
April 21, 2008 1:08 PM | Link to this
MI’m loving it, if only there was a beach near by, I can settle for the pool in my subdivision but there’s nothing like the sounds of waves crashing.
By The Melo
April 21, 2008 1:11 PM | Link to this
mamalongleggs walls have ears girl!! lemme me whisper in ya ear on here..takpat78@gmail.com…all the nosy ones had their ears/noses at attention..so u better shame them and they wont have no clue what u did..lol
By Kym
April 21, 2008 1:12 PM | Link to this
Tazzee I was looking at the houses there and drooling and the school district seems so onpoint. I was sitting here thinking. By staying in Atlanta am I letting my kid down? For single people moving or buying a home it is fairly simple. But with a school age child it is a nightmare. I dont know maybe I want to much..decent test scores, teachers who actually know what they are doing. Okay let me stop I feel a headache coming.
By The Melo
April 21, 2008 1:13 PM | Link to this
when I just encountered fun folk, who like me, just wanted to have a good time… now, thats what im talking about..u seem like a fun girl….not mad atcha!!
By m'karyl
April 21, 2008 1:24 PM | Link to this
Melo See?!?!? We ain’t getting out alive. So, I may as well have some fun…live a little, laugh a little…a smile on my face all the while…
By Blow Me a.k.a ROOKIE Cookie
April 21, 2008 1:24 PM | Link to this
Good Afternoon NATIVES and Transy
Oh yeah Transy didn’t sound right..But you know I am hee heeing. over here!
Co-sign Melo& Raqi Yall crazy fools got me laughing! lol! Yeah Beautiful I am REALLY starting to wonder about you. For real!
On-TOPIC- I don’t want any old meat! Give me some NEW NEW! For real! Trying to go HIGHER and not lower…
Oh yeah HAPPY APRIL 20TH Blow is now passing out 1.5…I know Truth is old skool…you need to take a took homie! And strawberry wraps to rest! Nothing but the best grown cali greenery!
By mamalongleggs
April 21, 2008 1:30 PM | Link to this
MwloThey aren’t that nosy LOL….You still haven’t said what I’ll be getting in exchange for my photo.
By mytwocents
April 21, 2008 1:30 PM | Link to this
Stace I will cut you over DB…We’ve been emotionally cheating for years!!! Sorry but he cannot add you to the roster at this time. LOL
Stace I will cut you over DB…We’ve been emotionally cheating for years!!! Sorry but he cannot add you to the roster at this time. LOL
Ceemeeli Alright, missy- Handle that! =)Ceemeeli Alright, missy- Handle that! =)
By m'karyl
April 21, 2008 1:32 PM | Link to this
Blow Me a.k.a ROOKIE Cookie
We bustin’ out on the funk…bustin’ out on some serious funk…bustin’ out of this L-7 square…put dem’ dutchy from de left hand side…
By jraw
April 21, 2008 1:32 PM | Link to this
How was my weekend? It was ok but I didn’t get to spend much time with the wife (she had a wedding to coordinate.) I got in town on Friday evening and went straight to my kids flag football practice and then spent all day Saturday at the park watching their games, then I had catch a flight yesterday afternoon to NY.
My wife and I normally travel in the spring. We just came back from San Francisco about 3 weeks ago. I froze my butt off in San Francisco (Fisherman’s Wharf). We also went to Savannah the following week for some additional time to ourselves.
By Cemeeli
April 21, 2008 1:32 PM | Link to this
M’Karyl gurl…like i told my gf last Thursday night, we went out for a spin in her just purchased E-Class 500/s sedan. she waited (as I will) 15+years working in corporate america to buy her “want” car. A right NOW purchase while supposingly we are in a resession. But as we both stated and almost said in tears. WE’VE got to start LIVING LIFE ON PURPOSE!!! Also I’m so excited we have a new baby, one of the girls just adopted a baby (they’d been waiting soooo long). We all love him like we are all his mommy (the only baby in the group) all of our kids are 8 & up. I was made to know i CAN’T babysit single and not married disqualified me lol…. I’m the “lamest” & i should not be showing up at most of their family events (unless accompanied) how mean…& they want me to date, fa real. Those are my debutante friends…shooot imma just scooch on over to Charisse n’em and holla
By Raqi
April 21, 2008 1:38 PM | Link to this
Kym and Tazzee I am so glad that my youngest has the opportunity to go to a good private school. I wish I would have sent my oldest. But he did go to a fairly decent high school. The main reason we decided to stay in the house I lived in prior to the nups is for the school district. My ex s-i-l says that Atl public schools are falling off the academic scales of excellence. She is a teacher so I can take her word for that.
RandomStuff Saturday morning we lying in bed and the doorbell rang. I looked toward the window and it wasn’t quite light out yet so it was fairly early. I just laid there and it rang again. Somebody was acting like they were asleep but he forgets that I know what his breathing sounds like when he is truly asleep. But anyway, it rang a third time and this very unfamiliar voice ran past our door saying “I’ll get it.” Huh?? I asked Mase who in the heck was that. He said, “Your son”. LOL That voice was not coming out of my baby. That was a grown man running past that door. His voice finally snapped into tune. He is a nice clear baritone and not that itchy, scratchy, nasal toned accent we have had to listen to for the past two years. And now I have to look up at him. Only 13.
By The Truth
April 21, 2008 1:40 PM | Link to this
Ared there’s a house down the street from me sitting on Lake Spivey and it has my name all over it. Had this market slowdown not occurred I’d be closer. Jet skiing in the afternoons, pontooning on the lake for lunch, the whole thing. Also has an infinity pool facing the lake. Somehow that’s gotta be my house. I gotta figure this thing out. The bad part is it’s in Clayton county which is south hell as far as school districts. I think eventually it will drop the home values in that area. They’re now 1.5 mill plus to be on the lake. Somehow, someway. LOL I have a picture of it near my desk. To tight.
Also, the school systems across the country are dropping off. Even cali, which had a nice thing going, is slipping. Homeschooling will be the big thing in the future.
Kym have you thought about peachtree city or one of these magnet school districts? You could definetly find a nice home in one of these areas.
ABC I must retract a part of my statement on Constantine from friday. He didn’t choose christianity because he sought forgiveness. That was just a theory. Actually nobody knows why he chose it but speculation is christianity had a better infra-structure in place. My bad, I stand corrected. (Yes, i had to go do some research after I thought about it.)
By m'karyl
April 21, 2008 1:40 PM | Link to this
Cemeeli
You and sistah girl spin on…life has to be lived in the here and now, and if she can afford it, then have it…this is why we work hard…to have the things that make us feel happy to do what we do…live on, laugh on, love on…
By For Real
April 21, 2008 1:41 PM | Link to this
What up Blog Fam! I hope everyone had a good weekend. Lets see what’s up here today:
On topic, I don’t believe in going backwards. If it’s meant to be I’ll see you where I’m going.
Six-One and Lady J were hanging out together this weekend and caught the allergies
Kym’s new Blog Name is Nature Girl but that don’t mean you stop shaving Kym.
anonymousella new blog name is Shawshank for trying to escape a dude that’s been trying to get his braided belt back for 8yrs.
M ain’t about starting relationship this spring she just fugging. For_Real730@yahoo.com
Binford got economic stimulas package in his pocket and it’s ready to roar.
Mase put his foot up… I mean down and Raqi is throwing away all that ish in the closet.
BriteEyez will be enjoying the outdoor while playing four squares with her garage.
After having her teeth removed, 2E’s now has a lisp.
ARed is nosey azz hellz. What did you do this weekend besides attending a funeral?
Six-One is no longer in a bike club because dem tricks alway talking about her because she ride with no pants on.
Raqi’s daddy couldn’t afford halloween customs when she was little.
Somebody forgot to tell 2E’s that halloween is once a year but you wearing that big bird custom tho.
bit-O-Honey is nosey azz hellz too.
Wise new Blog name is Faver Bean.
Raqi is walking around in her undies bc Mase got tired of waiting on her to clean out that closet. Now her next door neighbor is rocking Raqi’s favorite sundress with the wrong shoes.
I wonder what kind of praise would Sexleggs think Mase was giving Raqi if Mase was singing Hey I We Want Some Puddy in the shower?
Two-Pennies Zippppppppppp you left out rubber.
Shawshank.. i mean Anon, have you ever thought about giving the belt back? It might change your luck.
By AmazonRed
April 21, 2008 1:46 PM | Link to this
Truth - That house sounds nice and when you get it I’m going to come live in your basement. Sounds big enough to give me my own wing though.
I feel really lucky to have gone to Cali schools. Because you even have more choices for college. The UC system and CSU systems are huge.
You’re right about homeschooling and I’ll probably look into a small home school group when the time comes. However, if they say the phrase “on tomorrow” I’m looking elsewhere. That ish really irks me!
By For Real
April 21, 2008 1:47 PM | Link to this
Ared Every red blooded american male is out for puddy. How dare you say such a thing. 2E’s and I are platonic friends. 2E’s I’ll be over there tonight to help you decide which runway design you like best.
By blakgirl
April 21, 2008 1:48 PM | Link to this
I have noticed one thing, when comes to dating in ATL men have the homecourt advantage. They don’t have to try to hard here. Like Anon, I really don’t I can find anyone looking a serious relationship here.
By AmazonRed
April 21, 2008 1:51 PM | Link to this
For Real - LOL @ funeral. Nosy huh? I thought that was part of the BLOG TOPIC. But, If you’ll look back you’ll see I also hit the town with the girls and met a cutie. I also went lingerie shopping, had nice talks with my parents, kicked it at my homeboy’s new condo and practiced my pole dancing routine.
Would have done more but 10 hours of my weekend was spent flying to and from LA in addition to all the waiting in the airport.
:-)
By mytwocents
April 21, 2008 1:54 PM | Link to this
Mr. Melo Are you on the prowl today, hmm? Mama seems like she can withstand your charms, tho…at least for awhile. Anyway, I asked about your very own Int’l ranking system for women of color. Of all the ones I’ve been privy to, don’t think my fellas have hit me with that before.
I think they’re long. But anyone who knows me knows I also believe I have a model’s height @ 5’6 and a half.
By Kym
April 21, 2008 1:54 PM | Link to this
For Real Yeah I am becoming a bit of a Nature Girl. I loving camping (except the “going” outside) thank goodness for state parks with facilities.. and portable toliets.)
Raqi You dont know how lucky you are..with private school. It is a nightmare in public schools. I have read so many school reports and test scores I have the GA school system in my favorites.
Truth I dont know about Peachtree City that area is reallyyyyyy price bro. But Fayette County is on the list. North Fulton County is ideal. Like I said I want to much.
I grew up here in Atlanta and it really hurts that we rank so low in education. I know the US is lacking period compared to the rest of the world but I never thought I might actually have to consider moving out of state to educate my kid.
By Cemeeli
April 21, 2008 1:58 PM | Link to this
m’karyl when it’s your turn to spin i’m coming to spin with you chica! ….start speaking those things girlie!
By The Truth
April 21, 2008 2:00 PM | Link to this
Anyone wanting to see a pic of my dream home shoot me an email at atlred01@yahoo.com. I may have to resort to robbing banks but i have to have it. This shyt is tight.
Ared you know I have a room for you, with a pole. LOL I’m glad i came thru the cali system too. When I worked at the pen cali gangsters would come through speaking perfect english. You could pick a cali gangster out of a crowd. LOL
This weekend I went to augusta to train dogs with some good ol boys. This guy had 64 acres and a whole trial field for dogs. A bruh. We had a ball with some of the guys. They probably wore white robes that evening but they were real open to us. They just loved training dogs. Then yesterday I trained with my club here. I’m working on my male transporting a guy somewhere. He walks next to you and as long as you walk straight he’s cool. But if you flinch… It’s a police manuever. LOL
By Satoria Lynn
April 21, 2008 2:03 PM | Link to this
Hello,
Have a fabulous Day!
By Darrell (www.blackthen.com)
April 21, 2008 2:06 PM | Link to this
Truth *”I may have to resort to robbing banks but i have to have it.”
Just make sure it’s a Wachovia or SunTrust you rob, aiight? LOL!
By The Melo
April 21, 2008 2:08 PM | Link to this
mama u get me or mines too( u got a choice), mytwocents..model look and 5’6,hmmmm??, u might have to hit me up on same add takpat78@gmail.com(u knw bro got have options), but anyho, i think if i were to pick a choice, my american girls wld be #1 coz i think when they got the right man,their loyalty index is way higher, followed by african ones.My african brothers who have adopted the american sisters and made them cook, are not complaining as far as i knw…their bdrooms are on fire, as far as i knw. mamalong u knw u might have competition on here, but i aint testing u on that,just info im telling u..thats all.
By mamalongleggs
April 21, 2008 2:10 PM | Link to this
Truth too funny lmao
By Sunshine
April 21, 2008 2:15 PM | Link to this
Truth Homeschooling will be the big thing in the future.
Exactly what qualifies the average parent to think they can successfully educate their child at home by themself? Teachers have to go to college for at least four years in order to earn a license and be “highly qualified” to teach one subject area. How can a parent think that they are doing their child justice unless they themselves have the same educational preparation as a teacher?
By Raqi
April 21, 2008 2:15 PM | Link to this
LOL ForReal.
By m'karyl
April 21, 2008 2:16 PM | Link to this
Cemeeli
Well, my dream slide would have to come with a driver, since I no longer drive…but if he is about 6’plus, broad-shouldered, chocolate bronze, a dazzling smile…well, hey I buy the dayummm cah-rr just for the driver, I mean ride…lol
By mamalongleggs
April 21, 2008 2:17 PM | Link to this
Hi Satoria how was your weekend?
Melo I’m going to lunch on that note and I’ll get bacatcha in an hour….See ya already checking out other women…sucking my teeth and rolling my eyes
By AmazonRed
April 21, 2008 2:17 PM | Link to this
I really don’t I can find anyone looking a serious relationship here
Blakgirl - There are weddings happening each weekend in Atlanta. Someone is getting these guys to propose. You’ve got to set yourself apart, but eventually the right one will come along.
I don’t see how taking yourself out the dating game accomplishes this task though…
On a side note, I saw both Juno and I Am Legend on the plane. I liked Juno and didn’t really care for Legend. At the end of these movies I often ask myself “what was the point?” That started after seeing Monster’s Ball. What was the point in spending millions to make that dumb azz movie. LOL
By The Melo
April 21, 2008 2:25 PM | Link to this
mamalong..waiting and waiting and waiting?!!!!!!! what she look like……?????
By Binford2K8
April 21, 2008 2:27 PM | Link to this
For Real
Binford got economic stimulas package in his pocket and it’s ready to roar.
Succinct AND accurate - KUDOS!
By Mo (also known as Moeisha)
April 21, 2008 2:28 PM | Link to this
Afternonn Errbody! Hope everyone’s weekend was good. Me & baby boy played a lil baseball (his favorite sport) and chilled out. Luckily he is also a chips-n-salsa lover like his mommy! :0)
On topic the only ex that could pop up for me would be ex-hubby and while I love d