What Has Happened To Creativity?

Is displaying creativity recreating something that was done ten to twenty years ago but has a new spin? Will the definition of creativity vary depend on who you ask? Should creativity always be in an original format? Does everyone have the ability to be creative or does only a select few possess the ability to be creative?


The thought about being creative came about when thinking of things lately that feel awe to familiar. Example number one: The movie "State of Play" doesn't that feel a similar scenerio from "State of the Union." At first, glance it seems deja vu. The movie has not made it to the theaters yet; however, movie goers will be the ultimate judge. Example number two: Remember the song "Two Occasions." Not sure about everyone else but I like the original version, is it a form of expression if the original version is modified to accompany rap verses? You be the judge.

Don't get me wrong there are all sorts of ways of being creative and as we have seen through film and with music. The level of creativity will vary depending on the author and type of content being relayed to their desired audience. My stance to you is to base your level of creativity on your abilities and no one else's. Explore your gifts and embrace your talents! We all have the ability to be creative, but in what-we have the answer.

Remember this phrase when thinking about being creative.

Cast

Realistic

Endeavors

Always

True

In

Virtue

Everyday.

Gs to Gents Update:

I am not sure if any of you watch reality TV. I watched season one of Gs to Gents which was a show produced by Jamie Foxx and hosted by Fonzworth Bentley. The show was intended to turn men into true gentlemen. Each week they were presented with challenges such as using proper diction and how to display chivalry.

I must admit it was hilarious at times an even down right sad at others. These guys are men women have to choose as husbands, how sad. Thaddeus aka Creepa won the first season. I found a link that shows what he is doing now. I guess reality TV can impact people to change. You be the judge!

Check out the link:
http://www.mtv.com/videos/misc/338729/time-for-business.jhtml#id=1604323#id=1604323

Reflections of Yesterday

Often times, we reflect on yesterday. Thinking what could be, if only as the saying goes. What does the footprints left in the sand say about you? What stories and paths are footprints of roads once traveled? If the waves of the sea could erase one set of footprints you have taken, how would you choose? How deep of impression did you make? Often impressions are made where they are barely seen or they can pierce deeply into the sand to leave a lasting impression.

Reflections of yesterday

Thinking of what was
What could be
And what is to become
Living this life in the present
And not reflecting on yesterday
Or
Anticipating in this life what will be tomorrow
Reflecting on circumstances of pain and sorrow
Anticipating the future
And all the good things to come
Delighted to see the birth of a new day
Possibilities to correct wrongs
Not looking back
And focusing on what has been
But what is to become
Creating an extension for
Promise
Solace,
And growth.

© Mrs. J

Why Not be Natural?

Remember, the lyrics to an India Arie song where she penned the phrase "I am not my hair." Just think back to the comment, he/she has good hair? Many of us at one time or another has either thought or said such a comment. Just think, what is good hair? If taken care of properly, one can argue we all have good hair. Does straighter, curly locs represent the benchmark for good hair? Is it possible for the stereotype of what good hair is to ever dissipate? Not in this lifetime!

Why not be natural! Being natural means having a sense of "purity" so to speak or a lack of being artifical or fake. Thinking back as a young girl, it was not acceptable to wear my hair in a way that did not appear straight and silky. My grandmother would often refer to my hair when it was longer and straight as "good hair." So, when deciding to wear my hair natural and leave chemcial based products alone, does that mean my hair is no longer "good"? It is very suprising to see over the past few years, the number of women who have made the transition from relaxers or "perms" to being natural or as what some would refer to as the "nappy" look. The reasons in which individuals decide to become natural is a personal choice. Some do it for religion, others do it for health or to follow the trend of the modern days style. Whatever the reason, each individual has to make a personal choice about what works for them. Going on three years, with being natural, it is one of the best things I could have done. I am not concerned if people do not like the choice I have made. The decision to leave the chemicals alone has worked for me. It has made me more conscious and aware of not only what I am putting on my body but what I am putting in my body.


Before the idea of being natural is dismissed, think that by being natural, you are being yourself and being real. So, why not be natural?