the mayan riviera - a schizophrenic’s dream vacation
When it comes to defining the perfect vacation, I admit I'm a bit schizophrenic on the issue. Part of me wants to flex my Indiana Jones muscles and swing from jungle vines, jump off cliffs and trek through virgin forests. Part of me wants to submerge myself in all the indulgences that I usually only dip my toe in, and still another part wants to make like a bump on a log and do nothing more than watch the world go by before my half-lidded eyes. Strangely enough, none of me has ever expressed the desire to head for a place that's ...
don’t worry kids, mama’s still here.
Hello there, dear reader. I know I’ve been off the grid for a while, but just thought I’d pop in to let you know that: Yes. I’m still alive. And no, I haven’t abandoned the blog. But I have intentionally taken some time away from it to work on and begin planning a couple of other pursuits. One of these pursuits, I’m really excited about. I will be writing / blogging for Beer Connoisseur Magazine. One of my work colleagues who’s also working on the magazine extended the invitation for me to chat with Lynn Davis, the founder of Beer Connoisseur Magazine. ...
atlanta’s sugarhill says goodbye on tuesday
This just seen on Creative Loafing's Crib Notes: "Next Tuesday will be the last night for Sugarhill — Atlanta’s premier destination for live soul and progressive urban music.... Much of the onus for the club’s closing lies with “Underground [Atlanta] mismanagement,” according to co-owner Richard Dunn, who partnered with Jason Carter (Sol Fusion promoter), Freddy Luster (former co-owner of Yin Yang Café), and Rival Entertainment/Center Stage co-owners Josh Antenucci and Tom Cook to open the venue in September 2006.... While Dunn is “99 percent sure” that Tuesday night will be the last night of business for Sugarhill, he says the owners ...
highland tap’s 20th - nightly specials 4/27-5/3
Thank God there are still some people who know how to celebrate their birthdays in grand style! Highland Tap turns 20 years old this week, and they’re offering old and new patrons a host of tasty specials and nightly events during their weeklong celebration April 27 – May 3. To kick off the festivities, co-owner Chip Ney held a small gathering to showcase some of Chef Bert Chapman’s appetizer creations. Here’s the rundown of my favorites: Seared Ahi Tuna As I’ve mentioned before, I’m not a huge fan of tuna. But Chef Bert makes me wanna eat those words along with every morsel of tuna ...
alice walker archive exhibit opens at emory
The legendary, Georgia-born author and human rights activist Alice Walker unveiled her literary archive at Emory University this week. Entitled, "A Keeping of Records: The Life and Art of Alice Walker", The exhibit includes a collection of manuscripts - the most noteworthy being the manuscript for her Pulitzer prize winning novel, The Color Purple. Letters, photos, and other memorabilia will also be on display as part of the exhibit, which runs through September 27. In an interview broadcast on WABE this morning, Walker explained that one of the reasons she chose to donate her collection to a Georgia instituion was that ...
record store day - support your local indie music purveyors
Saturday, April 18 is Record Store Day! Before the Internet revolution, there was really only one way to get your hands on independent music that the big box stores weren't stocking on their shelves. You had to visit the indie record store in your neighborhood and browse the stacks. But today, the convenience of the 1-click download has caused many of us to forego those visits to these stores. Unfortunately, that means we've also forgeone the whole experience of in-store music shopping that creates a feeling of community and gives such a rush to us true music lovers. There's nothing like ...
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stone soul picnic - perkerson park 5/3
It’s gonna be a scorcher this Sunday! But never fear, there will be plenty of cool soul and chill vibes to balance it out. Break out your blankets, lawn chairs, and picnic baskets, and BRING YO’SELF to Perkerson Park this Sunday, May 3. From noon to 8pm, some of Atlanta’s most soulful DJs will spin, and there will be plenty of food and drinks on hand for the entire family. Start...
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ann’s snack bar – urban icon, urban legend
photo credit: www.burgerbeast.com People – especially Southerners, and especially Southerners in the ‘hood – have a tendency to exaggerate. Hey, man! You seen Tiny lately? That boy done got big as a house!” “Don’t say?” “Yeah, I saw him last Tuesday and I swear fo’ God you could land a plane on his backside!” Exaggeration and braggadocio are simply part of the...
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don’t worry kids, mama’s still here.
Hello there, dear reader. I know I’ve been off the grid for a while, but just thought I’d pop in to let you know that: Yes. I’m still alive. And no, I haven’t abandoned the blog. But I have intentionally taken some time away from it to work on and begin planning a couple of other pursuits. One of these pursuits, I’m really excited about. I will be writing / blogging for Beer Connoisseur Magazine. One of my work colleagues who’s also working on the magazine extended the invitation for me to chat with Lynn Davis, the founder of Beer Connoisseur... [Read more ]
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mayan riviera - the schizophrenic’s dream vacation (pt. 3)
Tulum About 15 minutes west of Coba, is Tulum. Tulum has a casual, beach-bum sort of vibe, and is home to a large number of small, independently-owned ‘eco hotels’ situated closely together along a stretch of Tulum’s white sand beach. By eco hotel, they mean: no AC, solar- or wind-generated electricity from dusk to dawn only, and simple but comfortable accommodations. Almost all of the hotels along the strip offer some type of massage service, yoga classes, Mexican astrology reading, or energy work. There was even a sexual liberation... [Read more...]
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“…the universe is unfolding as it should”
It’s crazy the things that you remember from your childhood. When I was a kid, I spent alot of time at my grandparents’ house. My grandmother - an incurable pack rat (due to a recessive gene I’m sure I inherited) - always had these interesting things around the house that I’d ‘meddle’ with, keeping myself entertained for hours. One of them that I remember quite clearly was a little metal trashcan that she kept near her bedside. By itself, the trashcan was nothing remarkable, but what had me so enchanted with this... [Read more...]
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prince on tavis smiley next week - sneak preview
In case you haven’t heard, Tavis Smiley’s interview with Prince will air on PBS next Monday and Tuesday night. Honey Soul has posted a couple of sneak previews of the interview. Here’s one of them: Tune in to Tavis Smiley on Monday, April 27 and Tuesday April 28 at 11pm ET to see the full-length interview with Prince. And if you haven’t gotten your copy of Prince’s 3-disc release Lotus Flow3r / MPLSound…get some. Thanks to Honey for the share and remember to set your DVRs kids! cheers, k Read More →
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things to say during sex
In keeping with the spirit of Valentine’s Day, I thought I’d share something that came from one of my latest Twitter friends, msprovocateur. It’s a handy visual representation of things to say during sex that range from good (as in, ‘bestial wail) to bad (as in, ’seriously’). Click the pic to see the full-sized version Also, be sure to check out the Agent Provocateur site, where you can find some of the highest quality, drool-worthy lingerie ever! Corsets, basques, and garters…oh my! cheers, k Read More →
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america i am exhibit begins tomorrow
Is there a difference between the history of America and the history of African Americans? Should there be? The America I Am exhibit, conceived by Tavis Smiley and brought to life with the help of African-American visionaries like author Toni Morrison and Dr. Cornel West arrives in Atlanta tomorrow, June 12 at the Atlanta Civic Center. The touring exhibit is billed as a celebration of the African-American ‘imprint’ on the history of America. I have to be honest with you - as I typed that previous sentence, there’s a strange... [Read more...]
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spiderman saves obama’s inauguration
Just saw a USA Today article about a special inauguration edition of a Spider Man comic book. Obama and SpiderMan giving each other a ‘fist bump’? Wow. How crazy is that? Furthermore, how crazy is it that I WANT one!? cheers, k Read More →
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