Columbus weekend was filled with many adventures!! I partied it up at a Nigerian party in Adams Morgan, watched a idiot wild out in jumbo slice (after I got my pizza thank God), stopped by my fave hole in the wall-Timehri to get my reggae fix, did a late night run from HU campus to the diner for some pancakes (literally jogged there), slept in late and....the grand finale....went to the GORILLAZ concert!!! It was AWESOME!!!!!!!!!! (not enough exclamation points to show how cool it was) N.E.R.D opened the show, then Snoop performed via satellite, Bobby Womack, Mos Def, Kano, Damon Albarn and Bashy and GORILLAZ (cant do it without caps)! lol!

During Pharell's performance, there were some dudes in the front who were rockin out hardcore even to the slower songs. They pushed the chairs around and everything...they even threw their shirts onstage. Pharell was not pleased. He gave them a look (you know the one, the look that says WTH?) lol!

But yea, it was an awesome night overall and above is a video clip from my phone.

Below is a videoclip from Kano's camcorder, he brought onstage. I got it from Youtube.

Ever felt like your day has been so bad or boring you wanna hop on a plane right now? Need to just get away?
 We all feel this way sometimes...I have had some friends say they feel this way and well I do sometimes too. You wanna know what I do when I feel like this? I leave. I hop on a cheap china bus to New York and see my family or I go to a friend's house and chill.

On the days when i'm either broke or dont wanna see or speak to another human being...I put my cellphone on silent (keywords here, take notes--your phone must go off or silenced to achieve peace). Don't worry it's only off for a few hours til you feel a lil less crazy. And I TAKE A WALK.

Simply walking alone in silence with no real destination in mind...just looking at all that's around you, engulfing yourself in the moment no thought concerning your past or future...or present. Just walk.

If you're not a walker:

• Stay home and watch tv/surf the net/be lazy simply cuz you can
• Excercise
• Read a book you've been meaning to
• Go get your hair/nails/eyebrows done (or do it yourself)
• Write a bucket list and,on there, create one thing you can do right now
• Write about a magical place you would rather be than here (sounds corny but it works)
• Clean/redecorate/reorganize your living space
• Clean up your computer/email inbox
• Take yourself on a date with yourself (im serious) (movies, dinner, the works)
• Pray to whoever you believe in and trust them.

Remember you're crazy just like everyone else so dont feel bad. Theres no such thing as normal. We all have bad days and well, now you have ideas of what to do.

Some artists use paint and canvasses. Others use clay and water. Some spend days at the theatre in costumes. Some are in recording studios singing or rapping their hearts out. Yet still there are those who put on tutus and leap across the stage. And then there are artists like me who write and film and create videos for everyone to see. Above, you will see a documentary film I created which explores the definition of and relation between Caribbean and Caribbean American Identity. Unfortunately...the conversion of it downplayed the awesome editing I did (I dont like the way my transitions look on here) but then again I always overanalyze and end up rambling on like I am doing now...sorry! Enjoy!

As a continuation of my birthday festivities, I spent the night (friday) partying it up at Muse Lounge then the  saturday afternoon calmly kayaking on the Potomac with a few lovely friends :)

We claimed land and pretended to be explorers on a mini island nearby, took awesome photos, collected sea shells and made our way back to the "main land" (boat house dock).

The main land had a plethora of meal choices to take advantage of, as we were pretty hungry once docked. Decided on Chadwicks since it was closest to the boat house and of course it was HAPPY HOUR! The food/drinks were prreeetttyyyy good. We had sliders, wings, fries...you know, all the good greasy stuff.

Ok so its time to get you up to speed! I turned 24 yesterday! Yes thats right- the big 2-4! Im so happy :)

The friday beforehand-I had breakfast and played bingo with a friend. There were (go figure!) many senior citizens in attendance. All I can say is do not mess with seniors and their bingo.  I asked a couple questions during the game and they were NOT pleased. haha! I swear someones head was about to turn around like in the Exorcist movie.

 Plus there were a million versions of bingo I never saw before. Who knew it was so complicated? There's cross, kite, 4square, 6square, whole card, picture frame, lightning...i cant even remember the rest. Unfortunately I didnt even win a game :(  But it was definitely a fun experience.

 I went to dinner with a few friends later at Macaroni Grill in Silver Springs. The service was so-so but the food was delicious and portions were hearty. I ended the evening on U street at a lil spot dancing the night away with my friends :)

Saturday-I watched Batala perform, and cleaned my house before mom arrived. Batala is an awesome all female percussion band known internationally. I will def join it as soon as spots open up! I tried to include a video at the end of the post buuttt there are tech issues. So here's a photo instead.

Mommy came! We had tons of fun together all weekend. I got to give my mommy a tour of DC, shopped til we dropped, watched a movie and just sat in bed talking and laughing.

Next up on the bday celebration list is a party friday night at Muse Lounge and then kayaking in Georgetown. Stay tuned folks!!

  I'm totally loving life right now. Ever woke up and its like your on the best side of the bed possible? The sun seems brighter, you feel super sexy and you're just really happy? I have my bills in order even though my bank account is coughing, my hair is doing what I want it to, my clothes didnt need ironing (i hate irons)... My bday is also around the corner. I've taken more of my awesome long walks through the District, had sushi with the girls in Dupoint, Indian brunch with the girls in Chinatown and also learned to cook Pho Soup and egg rolls!! Oh yea I also attended Georgetown's Fashion Night Out :) Fashion Night Out was awesome! We strolled through the cobblestone streets and watched live mannequins pose in the stores. We were treated to some great techno music and there were drinks! Who can argue with a night of discounts on hot fashion, warm weather and music!

Every so often, I stroll through the District and it hasn't gotten old for me thus far...