Today, after many years of not seeing my line brothers of Kappa Ship Deadly Kronikles of Konspiracy, we are together for the first time in four years. I’m taking today off from writing extensively to spend time with the Good Brothers of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. and bring in January 5th (Kappa’s founding day)ContinueContinue reading “Reunions for the Soul”
Author Archives: Magnificent Miles
Abolishing New Year Resolutions (New Thinking)
I claim that 2017 is The beginning of a Magnificent Age. Meaning the 2017 is going to be a strong year of development, establishment of positive habits, surrounding myself with good people, God, and growth. New Year, new me right? Not exactly, I have not chosen a single resolution. But that’s not a bad thing. LikeContinueContinue reading “Abolishing New Year Resolutions (New Thinking)”
Same Drugs: Growing Up and Growing Apart
Today is dedicated to an old friend and past love. I writing this to finally have my own type of closure. This is inspired by Same Drugs by Chance the Rapper. You can find the lyrics here. It’s hard watching someone grow up, especially you. I had fallen in love with your zest, heart, andContinueContinue reading “Same Drugs: Growing Up and Growing Apart”
New Year Updates
Hello Everyone! Today, I am taking a slight break after an eventful New Years Eve. I wanted to share some of my blog goals for 2017. Continue posting as close to everyday as possible. – I’ve been on break for the past month so it has been easy to carve out time for writing. AsContinueContinue reading “New Year Updates”
Theme of 2017: The Listener
Each year, instead of resolutions, I have started to have overarching themes for myself. These are concepts that I want to develop throughout the year to become a better me. The past year was dedicated to faith and trusting God. My theme for 2017 is to listen. There are thousands of books written about speaking,ContinueContinue reading “Theme of 2017: The Listener”
Favorite Albums 2016: Coloring Book
This is definitely the customary favorite album of the year post but I could find 1,000 albums this year that were impeccable. Musicality and execution are some of the many things are easy to compare. But, at the end of the day, music is subjective. So, I am not going to hide my bias. I’m goingContinueContinue reading “Favorite Albums 2016: Coloring Book”
Managing Friendships
My grandmother always told me that, “You will have many acquaintances and few friends in life.If you have it the other way around, something is wrong.” As I swiftly approach a milestone birthday this summer, while reflecting on this past year, I realize it’s true. More specifically, I realized I don’t want a bunch ofContinueContinue reading “Managing Friendships”
Life, Death & Precious Jewels
“To live is to depart on a journey, and the same holds for death” 2016 has been a rough year. So many greats have passed away this year and the list continues to grow even as the year runs close to an end. The SHORT list: David Bowie, Alan Rickman (Harry Potter), Joe Alaskey (VoiceContinueContinue reading “Life, Death & Precious Jewels”
Vulnerability in Art: Kinks in the Armor that Draw a Crowd
A few months ago, I started to analyze what I need in my life to be happy. Stripping down myself to the most basics elements, I looked to what was essential for me to wake up every morning with a smile on my face. It started with sleep and decent meals. Working out came shortlyContinueContinue reading “Vulnerability in Art: Kinks in the Armor that Draw a Crowd”
Reader’s Choice: Quantity over Quality
Today’s Post is dedicated to a close friend of mine, the lovely and brilliant Racquel @rockyreasons. She spends most of her time saving the world, one student application at a time and has been pushing me to stay dedicated to writing in the midst of PhD awesomeness. Follow her! Everyone has a skill. Everyone hasContinueContinue reading “Reader’s Choice: Quantity over Quality”
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