THE SILENT GESTURE

Actions speak louder then words........................

Q and A

1. Where did it all start? It all started with my parents, born at Sinai Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland... product of Waverly Elementary, Chinquapin Middle, and Northwestern High schools.

2. 2 Words? Hardwork and Dedication.

3.Favorite Food(s)? Seafood, Turkey, and Chicken (NO BEEF or PORK).

4. Favorite Restuarant(s)? I would prolly say Ruth Chris, (only had the privilege to eat there once but the salmon is that yea) PF Changs, and The Cheesecake Factory.

5. What do you currently watch on television? lets see....Entourage, the new 90210, Greys Anatomy and anything sports related.

6. Considering the thousands of movie titles, which are your favorites? long list for real but hear we go American Gangster, Donnie Brasco, Paid N Full, Carlitos Way, Scarface, Casino, Training Day, Sugar Hill, Blue Hill Ave, Juice, Harlem Nights, Blow, Traffic, The Last Boy Scout, He Got Game, Above The Rim, We Are Marshall, All The Right Moves, Hoosiers, The Program, Remenber The Titians, PRIDE, Bad News Bears, Raging Bull, Higher Learning, School Daze, Love Jones, Poetic Justice, The Best Man, ATL, Boomerang, John Q, The Hurricane, Inside Man, Pursuit To Happiness, She Hate Me, School Days, Full Metal Jacket...... (Many Many More).

7. My favorite NFL team is? Lets Go Ravens.

8. My favorite MLB team is? Orioles.

9. My favorite NBA team is? Wiz Kids (Wizards).

10. What places would you like to visit? Tryna take alot trips when I graduate some places that come to mind are L.A, M.I.A, and The UK (wanna see what fashions like overseas).

11. What women in Hollywood catch your eye? WOW!.... Lauren London, Nia Long, Sanaa Lathan, Halle Berry, Jessica Alba, and Rev. Runs Daughters.

12. Favorite actors/actresses? Denzel Washington, Mos Def, Tom Cruise, and all the ladies in the above question.

13. On the IPOD? A lil bit of everything, I'm currently listening to Jay-z, Q-Tip, Mos Def, Common, Talib Kweli, N.E.R.D, Lil Wayne. But with me it all depends on what mood I'm in but the kid got music for days.

14. Currently In the closet is? Man....... I consider my self to be a fresh fellow, I got a lil bit of this a lil bit of that for all weather conditions, venues, events, etc.......the wardrobe is sick but could always use a few improvements.

15. My plans for the future are? I got a few things up my sleeve.... Masters Degree, Entrepreneur, and start a family.

16. 5 Dates on your Calender? Thanksgiving, December 2 (RIP POPS 1 Year), December 7 (Going to the Redskins Ravens game), December 13 (GRADUATION), and Christmas.

17. In closing I would like to say? I Love You Pops....RIP.

POPS

IF I COULD BUILD A LADDER THAT TALL TO COME UP AND SEE YOU I WOULD CAUSE I'M DOWN HERE AND I MISS YOU....

LOVE,
MARCUS

TO BE CONTINUED

My President is Black

A black man as president something that growing up I was told was impossible, it would NEVER happen. Now in 2008 the impossible became possible. This will be marked as one of the most significant moments in African American History hands down. It gives the youths and young adults of our race an option other than becoming a professional athlete, actor, actress, or rap artist, but the possibility of becoming the president of the United States. Sure President Obama is a black man and that is great for our people but his educational background, senatorial experience, political views on issues as in the economy, war, education, taxes and many others involving the United States makes him more than qualified . I hope that people will not take for granted having a black president because as a people we have to do our parts to ensure that this decision is not looked upon as one that should be in question. We cant let this become an army of one, Obama can not do it all single handedly, it will take a united effort from our people as a whole. Lets not just be satisfied that we have a black president, let us look for more doors to open and more opportunities to explore.

HOPE

If Mos Def Were President

And now a brief word from our sponsor... The election results are currently being calculated, for Senator Obama to be victorious he needs 270 electorial votes. I wont speculate on anything until its official (Who am I fooling) its looking mighty good. Remember its Obama For all Mankind.

Take a look at what Mos Def would do if he had the opportunity to become President of The United States.

If Mos Def Were President by GOOD Magazine

We Talking Bout PRACTICE!!!

On the Eve of the 2008 Presidential Election the Denver Nuggets and Detroit Pistons make what is sad to be another blockbuster trade. One of my favorite players of all time Allen Iverson has been traded to the Pistons for Chauncey Billups, Antonio McDyess, and Cheikh Samb. Many reporters have already said that this may not be a long term deal for the Pistons, Allen Iverson will make $21 million this year and will be a free agent after the season. The trade to me gives the Pistons a better chance at possibly meeting the Boston Celtics in the eastern conference finals at seasons end. The main reason the Pistons made the move is to free up space to possibly acquire better talent in 2010, possible players include LeBron James, Chris Bosh, and DeWayne all of who's contracts will soon expire. We will see how the trade benifits or hinders each teams success for the remainder of the season. Allen Iverson is still THE ANSWER!!

"OBAMA 08 TIME 4 CHANGE"

The Renaissance

What Good is a Ear if a Q-TIP Aint in it!

For all those music lovers like myself make sure yall go grab that new Q-Tip cd. He's back for another go round with his first solo album in 9 years, with 12 tracks the CD is a real chill change of pace. You remember Q-Tip from A Tribe called Quest and solo cuts like VIBRANT THING and BREATHE AND STOP. The CD has some good joints including my favorites: We Fight/We Love, Believe, You, Man/Woman Boogie, Move, and Gettin Up (Check out the video) below. So go grab it, download it, burn it or however you get your tunes and you be the judge.

Gettin Up

This Past Week

Monday- On the yard...hit all my classes art appreciation, Strategic Management, Management Science, and Earth Science. learned a few useful things to prepared for upcoming test this week.

Tuesday- Got my results back from my finance test did well (real good look). Hit the gym first time since the summer felt good to run a couple of games.

Wednesday- Strategic Management presentation: I was real satisfied with the outcome, I will see what my teacher had similar thoughts on monday.

Thursday- Attended the closing bell speaker series on the yard (School of Business and Economics). The speaker was a former A&T student Mr. Joesph T. Wilson Jr. (Managing Director with Citigroup Global Market). His presentation focused on the current state of the economy and how minority students should approach/prepare for post graduation (THE REAL WORLD).

Friday- In Winston-Salem for part of the day chillen, watched it pour down raining for the rest of it.

Saturday- Grabed a shape up, went out, watched the Sugar Shane fight he knocked out Mayorga in the last second of the 12th round.

Sunday- FOOTBALL, hit the books, and watched to best show on television ENTOURAGE.

Juan Dixon Back With Wiz Kids

The Washington Wizards opened training camp today at Virgina Commonwealth University (VCU). Newly acquired/local hero/former wizard Juan Dixon is back for another go round with the team. Dixon has signed a one year partially guaranteed contract and has to make the team out of camp. But with Gilbert Arenas Out for the first month of the season Dixon should get a lot of opportunities to prove his value to the coaching staff. Personally I think that this is a contract year for Dixon. The former Terp guard is a hard worker both on the offensive and defensive end as well as a great teammate. Keep your eyes on the Wizards and Dixon all season long at nba.com or catch several nationally televised games.

"Obama 08" (The Great Debater)

At 9 o'clock tune into the debate between presidential candidates Barack Obama and John Mccain. Im curious to hear what each candidate has to say about the current state of the economy and how they propose we fix these problems because in less then 2 months this will be one if not the main concerns for the elected President.

$700 Billion Rescue Mission

With time to research the economic issues questions have risen from the proposed $700billion rescue attempt proposal.

1. Were does the $700 billion come from?
2. In what impact will this crisis have on the economy in the future if the proposed plan fails?
3. Is $700 billion a guess or an accurate amount?
4. How will my generation (college students/the future) benefit or suffer from the after affects of this rescue or failure attempt?

These are just a few questions that I have come up with about the future of the economy as we continue to slide into a recession.

Check out what the experts say is at stake below.

Up Coming Weekend on The Gridiron

The Colts and Patriots with a much needed bye after upseting losses last weekend to the Jaguars and the Dolphins. Lions, Giants, and Seahawks with bye's as well.

Picks

Sunday Sept 28

SF @ NO _ NO

ATL @ CAR _ CAR

HOU @ JAC _ JAC

CLE @ CIN _ CIN

ARI @ NYJ _ NYJ

MIN @ TEN _ MIN

GB @TB _ GB

DEN @ KC _ DEN

SD @ OAK _ SD

BUF @ STL _ BUF

WAS @ DAL _ WAS (in a upset)

PHI @ CHI _ PHI

Mon Sept 29

BAL @ PIT _ BAL (for 1st place in Division Game ) keys for a Ravens win. limit turnovers on offense, defensive pressure pressure pressure applied to Ben Roethlisberger (Blitz Burg) and put as many points on board to help with lack of offense....GO Baltimore