Thinking Forward

                                                          Thinking Forward

 
       One percent of the earth's population controls ninety-six percent of the worlds wealth. The balance of power resides in their hands. Six percent of the population controls eighty percent of whats left. The rest goes to the poor and unfortunate. The world's total gross economy is around 236 trillion dollars. Every year the cost of living increases as prices rise straining average working salaries.
  The average American must struggle to maintain equilibrium. Though we reach a tolerable comfort zone, it is only a false sense of security. We attempt to stabilize that which is unstable. When large cooperations like General Motors, various financial institutions and the like face bankruptcy, they receive government bailouts. When average working Americans face bankruptcy it can be tragic.
. If the world markets are allowed to crash and the government shuts down for a significant amount of time, we could see a terrible financial holocaust forcing our society into an unknown abyss.
        When ambitious minds think outside the box, they become the deal breakers and game changers and in many cases the winners.
They decide to play the game on their own terms in attempt to slice off a larger portion of the money pie.
The goal is to break out of the poverty jail and enter the world of the financially stable. Many free them selves for a period only to return worse off then before.  A few will be successful and never return or look back. They'll keep running gathering speed and momentum.
     Many preachers love the taste of fried chicken be they white black or what ever.  While preachers and the affluent are able eat more expensive meats, the congregation can't always.

It is the meat of convenience and of low economic status but my doctor eats steak, the kind you find on the tender side of the cow. He eats high class and quality meals at the most expensive restaurants. Dropping down to a Chinese Restaurant or buffet would be like falling of a cliff to him.
     It has been said that you are what you eat.
If that is so, many of us can't afford to be who we want to. Its all about the Benjamins.
     We will be defined by the power of our wallets. They way we dress, the car we drive, the house we live in, the friends we associate with and the places we go is determined by the all mighty dollar.
     Relationships will fail and marriages will break up because of the lack of money. Sometimes love needs dollar bills to keep the fire burning and the passion hot. Ray Charles said romance without finance is a nuisance.
    As we travel down the belt of time seeking a better tomorrow, we find that we must change our method of operation if we intend to improve. In order for us to progress into the future we must learn from yesterday's bitter lessons.
    Financial freedom is breaking the chains of economic slavery. Many of us will die in debt.  The system will control our financial destiny unless we are able to break free.
     I have some multi level marketing friends that I think our about to loose their minds trying to get rich. They didn't do it when it was a small investment of thirty five dollars to start that get rich business.  The next time it was ninety nine dollars to sign up, then two hundred and fifty. The next venture was five hundred dollars. The latest venture I'm told is a real bargain it's just a two thousand dollars real estate investment that will give you enough study material to last you the rest of your life.
 If you really want to move fast an additional six thousand will give you the super pack. And a program that no one else has.
     Are you kidding me?
My friends, do you really believe that this time you've struck a pot of gold. I think you need to get your heads examined. Your all about to step off a cliff. Well! who am I to tell excited entrepreneurs what to do, after all, they think positive. They read the book called Think And Grow Rich. There is no turning back.
   I say good luck, watch out for that cliff and have a happy landing.
Think forward.
    Please understand that I am not opposed to multi-level marketing. It has made money for many people. I just think that some people can't see the trees for the forrest. There are good deals out there.
 Just don't get caught in the shell game always picking the wrong one.
     Many Americans are looking for ways to make more money because it's all bout financial survival.
    We must find ways to rise from economic disparity to a healthy financial platform. Either we pull are selfs up by our bootstraps or somebody throws out the life line.
    I'm just thinking forward.

   

Tuskegee Airman Visit Congress

    The Tuskegee Airmen took a Greyhound Bus to Harrisburg April 6th 2016 to be honoured at the Pennsylvania State House Of Representatives. They were guest of State Representative Stephen Kinsey of the 201st Legislative District. They were given a great introduction by Representative Curt Thomas a long standing politician here in Philadelphia, followed by and emotional welcome by state representative Stephen Kinsey. The airman received and arousing welcome on the floor by both Democrats And Republicans. There was a unanimous vote on the resolution of the Airmen.
     Roscoe Draper the oldest living survivor of the original Airman cane in hand stood up beside Dr Richards and Nathan Thomas to accept the respect, praise and adoration of congressional members and guest invitees.
 This was in commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the Tuskegee Airman.
           The Redtails were some of the best fighter pilots of World War Two. These men fought and died for their country as they were being discriminated against. After so many courageous acts of
defending the country they continued to endure abuse and disrespect.  Dr. Richards said German prisoners were treated better in some case then the airman. According to the feelings of many whites in authority, they were considered inferior and not bright enough. By the time the war was over the world knew about these great men. To disprove the erroneous thinking of prejudice white men, they became Doctors Teachers and men of very high achievement.
        The House Of Representatives is a beautiful  architectural work of Art and craftsmanship.
It is truly a classic breath taking house with many rooms and passages. Elevators small and large help to make your visit easy on the knees. The marble stair case leading to the upper chambers is a conversation work of art and an area for group photographs.

    Bus trips can be fun and full of good conversation. When history is involved, the trip becomes immemorial. The participants are special. Who knows at what time they will ever meet again for such an occasion.
     To be in the presence of great men is an honor of great proportions. We must continue to honor our heroes of the past and present. The Tuskegee Airmen started their careers in the early forties and many went on doing great things throughout their lives. Their contributions to society extend to this present day in many capacities.                              

    

Black History And Culture Showcase

    History and culture were well presented for two days, Sat. 26th and Sun. 27th of March 2016 at
Philadelphia's Convention Center located at 12th and Arch. The ground level entrance led to the concourse of 7 rooms full of Black History and culture. The Tuskegee Airman, the Buffalo soldiers, Black Panther Party Chairman Bobby Seal, Dr John Carlos 1968 Olympics, African American Sports, Art, Artifacts of slavery, documentary movies, Wurd Radio Station and others.
        Reflections of the history came forward to greet  and introduce you to the world of the past.
  Supreme Dow introduced extraordinary poets and story tellers who performed and entertained the audience. It was a great experience to meet and greet while observing history and culture. Many local personalities showed up to be a part of this twelfth annual showcase. Various Black Business's and Organizations had tables set up in the concourse.

Mumford Point Marines

The Tuskegee Airman association with Dr. Richardson second from left President 5th from left

Scoop News Paper

WURD 900 Talk Radio

Pedro Sierra Negro Baseball League

Sigmas

WURD

WURD

Former Black Panther Chairman Booby Seal

Black Slavery History in America

Dr. John Carlos 1968 Olympics

Black Historical Images

Our Military Heros

WURD

Anointed News Paper

Black Dolls

Historical Items

Wood Working Artist

Fantastic Display Of Historical Shirts

                                                      Classy People Promoting Art to the
                                                         Maximum degree

Supreme Dow and the Spoken Word Artist

                                                  Fantastic Story telling

                                                  karen Smith Music and poetry

                                                      Philly's Finest Spoken Word Artist

                                                          Action speaks louder than words

                                        A powerful performance of an extremely talented poet

                                                          Touching the heart

                                                         Out of the heart of the artist

  The voices of Black Poets touch your soul and make you feel the agony, joy, frustrations and emotional Trauma and Drama of the past.

   The strength of a black business community lies in its understanding of history and how it determines future success.

                             Ron Dove

State Senator Vincent Hughes

                             Meet Greet And Eat


     Was the invitation given by State Senator Vincent Hughes. It was a wonderful opportunity talk with the politicians. The breakfast was very tasty and free. Many of our local political personalities
were on hand passing out their literature cards and pamphlets. It took place Saturday February 13th Parkside Ave Philadelphia 4900 hundred block the former Cornucopia Club. Not only were there politicians but other professionals.

Love Cafe

                                                            The Love Cafe



                Center In The Park  has been a wonderful spawning location for talented seniors to
exercise and display their abilities and skills. On February 12th 2016 the poetry and discussion
group performed. Monnette Sudler and her guitar students braved the frigid winter temperature to add music to the program. Friends and visitors also defied the cold winter air to hear the words of the poets.
  There was poetry and music along with some refreshments provided by the center.
Love was the main theme of the program. The love Cafe is becoming a popular attraction for the center. The poets are serious about poetry and are eager to share their thoughts.
   Center in the park is located inside Vernon Park 5818 Germantown Ave. Victoria Purefoy and Runette Ebo have teamed up to power the center's poetry.

Miss Lillian Foskey

                                             Lillian Foskey

  She was an extraordinary woman of many talents.  She met her husband and soul mate John Foskey in Philadelphia Pennsylvania in 1952. They got married in 1954 and remained together until her death on January 27th 2016. We celebrated her home going February 4th 2016. She was a seamstress a fisher woman, furniture maker, clock maker, cook and counselor to those in need of advice. Mostly she was a loving and devoted wife.

We enjoyed the gathering of family members who came from Boston, New York, North Carolina and various other locations to be together. There is nothing better than family and friends coming together to express heart felt sympathy.