tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post101906078850160822..comments2024-02-02T01:18:39.737-05:00Comments on Brookey's Cafe Blog: Happy Veterans Day and Random Thoughts Thursday!Brookehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02584160320846679744noreply@blogger.comBlogger71125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-92041964152837780312010-11-11T20:05:42.922-05:002010-11-11T20:05:42.922-05:00I agree, I read it too!I agree, I read it too!Brookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02584160320846679744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-31844985465303295992010-11-11T19:52:06.916-05:002010-11-11T19:52:06.916-05:00Good point Ms. Penn!
Didn't want you to think...Good point Ms. Penn!<br /><br />Didn't want you to think that fell on deaf ears :-)Yolandahttp://www.witchesbrewonline.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-48298243862621420232010-11-11T18:55:06.518-05:002010-11-11T18:55:06.518-05:00@All,
I know the discussion has ended and many ha...@All,<br /><br />I know the discussion has ended and many have gone home, but I wanted to add something that I thought was important. As someone who has dated across SEVERAL races, I will say that the "thoughtlessness" of some men in a universal thing. Not a "black man" thing. I realize that with For Colored Girls out, some black men feel it's open season on them, but I wanted it to be clear that I (and I think most women on this blog) were speaking of men in general, not black men. <br /><br />I'm with an AMAZING black man now, and the men whom I've dated who have treated me the best have all been black men. <br /><br />Just wanted to add that :)Ms. Pennnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-35362981378935164562010-11-11T18:13:39.102-05:002010-11-11T18:13:39.102-05:00I hear you boo, you know you my "play wife&qu...I hear you boo, you know you my "play wife" :)The Cable Guynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-8472759324438925252010-11-11T18:11:20.939-05:002010-11-11T18:11:20.939-05:00Oh I agree with you on that Cable Guy...the tone f...Oh I agree with you on that Cable Guy...the tone for Kanye was different than it was for Bush. Lauer got slammed for that in reviews. I'm not "arguing" at all...just saying. <br /><br />I think we're all in agreement on Bush's failures as a president.Yolandahttp://www.witchesbrewonline.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-56985367804333234892010-11-11T18:08:22.694-05:002010-11-11T18:08:22.694-05:00@Yolanda,
Well, I've already hashed this out ...@Yolanda,<br /><br />Well, I've already hashed this out with DMoe, so I won't go at it with you other than to say I still think Lauer was condescending in his tone while recounting how the interview went in response to Kanye's tweets. At the end of the day, I don't think if Kanye said to him BEFORE the interview not to play video of him interrupting Taylor that they wouldn't have thrown it in there. I just think that his interview style with Kanye was alot different than how it was with Bush...when if you ask me, Bush had ALOT more to answer for. Nobody should give a damn what Kanye thinks or how he feels. But George Bush was our president. He was responsible for deaths in 2 wars and Katrina. I don't think Matt Lauer got at him hard enough. No one is crying foul over his weak interview with Bush, but we're sitting here on a blog debating how he was with Kanye freakin West? C'mon son.<br /><br />If you ask me, Kanye is genius, because he has folks talking about him more than a former president of the US...one who could arguably go down as the worst president in history, and is a the very least, a war criminal.<br /><br />Maybe all you media folks have a soft spot for your colleague :)The Cable Guynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-69565369236511697322010-11-11T17:57:47.454-05:002010-11-11T17:57:47.454-05:00-I like Lauer but if he's being a prick, I'...-I like Lauer but if he's being a prick, I'd say that.<br />That interview with Kanye was taped. The part of the story was revealed on Hoda/Kathie Lee is that Matt Lauer gave Kanye lots of time to think and respond. Apparently, Kanye paused a lot and Matt just let him sit and choose his words. I think that speaks volumes because a lot of interviewers wouldn't give you that time or they'd put words in your mouth. I saw the interview a few times this morning and it didn't seem over the top to me...it was Lauer asking questions and Kanye being, well, Kanye. And let's face it... it's TV and for the ratings. If Kanye doesn't want to talk about old sh*t, he shouldn't do interviews. You can make it well known BEFORE an interview what you will and won't answer.Yolandahttp://www.witchesbrewonline.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-73123490437409674372010-11-11T17:55:55.522-05:002010-11-11T17:55:55.522-05:00I meant "selflessness" not "selfish...I meant "selflessness" not "selfishness" :)<br /><br />I've got typos all up and thru this blog! LOL!Brookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02584160320846679744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-32943062023312477592010-11-11T17:53:33.765-05:002010-11-11T17:53:33.765-05:00@Rameer,
I think most good guys hang out with oth...@Rameer,<br /><br />I think most good guys hang out with other good guys. I've never seen a good guy hang out with a loser. Ever. Usually men of a certain caliber wouldn't be caught dead hanging out with a dude that'll make them look bad - unless they're related by blood or something. And even then, they're trying to make the "bad" guy good.<br />So maybe that's why it's hard for you to believe that most men aren't like the ones you hang around.<br /><br />It's the same with women. I don't gravitate towards birds. Never have. So when men say all women are birds, gold diggers, skanks, hood rats...I'm baffled by that. I guess I don't see them that much (unless I'm in the Queens Center Target) :-) From my perspective, most women are like the ones on this blog. Not to say that we aren't with any flaws, but I certainly don't see us like the robotic women that were on that viral FB cartoon. I think of them as the extreme, just as I'm sure you think of these other men as the extreme of your gender.<br /><br />The point is, we can't lump all people together, but I think you attract what you ARE, what you believe and how you behave in MANY instances. Not all, since there is a disparity in sheer numbers, but for the most, if you think all men are dogs and selfish, those are the men you'll attract. If YOU are selfish, then you might attract selfish men. <br /><br />Sometimes it takes a bit of learning by association. I once told a guy how generous he was, and he admitted that he normally wasn't...but because I was giving to him, it made him want to be giving back. Even if it's not done inherently, there's still hope. I'd hope that selfishness in something that comes naturally, but if it's "learned," then I see nothing wrong with that either.Brookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02584160320846679744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-78101281096160556942010-11-11T17:43:02.595-05:002010-11-11T17:43:02.595-05:00@ Courtney - I really don't know. See, to me, ...@ Courtney - I really don't know. See, to me, anyone I care about I'm going to be somewhat selfless and generous towards...and I only use the term "somewhat" cuz I recognize there are varying degrees. I'm not as generous with my cousin as I am with my baby sis, for example - but I'm still generous.<br /><br />I would suspect that it may be the case. But honestly, I would say I've never needed to be in love to be selfless, thoughtful and nice to someone. If they're good to me, I'm good to them...one of my catchphrases that I've used since high school is "I'm user-friendly". I give back what people give to me.<br /><br />The odd thing is...and even Serena can attest to this - most people would say I'm naturally mean. And I'd AGREE. I don't believe in being nice just to do it; I believe people need to demonstrate to me that they are deserving of nice behavior. But to not go off on a tangent...myself and most of the guys I hang/deal with are not selfish people, to their friends OR their women. And I don't think I have some internal "good guy" finder. Which is why I get fed up sometimes at the "all men ain't spit" rhetoric.<br /><br />But I can't deny that MOST women I know say that most men ain't spit, and certainly point out I'm not like most guys. They can't ALL be delusional, seeing as they live in different areas, are different ages, have different jobs, experiences, etc. It's just really messed up that men don't do basic things like buy a woman something just because he likes her. <br /><br />But even my woman asks me questions I think are stupid sometimes, but they aren't - I guess they're just based on what's out there. I brought her breakfast in bed once, and she said "Why are you doing THIS??" and I responded "Um...maybe cuz I LIKE you??" And she used to be surprised that even though I have a PS3 hooked up to a dope TV in her living room, I'd much rather sit with her and cuddle while watching TV together. It doesn't surprise her any more...but there's still times I'll do something and I'll tell her "I did it cuz I love you/like you". <br /><br />If it takes a man to be full-fledged in love with a woman to treat her with some thoughtfulness and respect...we REALLY have problems in our communities.Rameer The Circumstancenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-22723512166033382392010-11-11T17:26:00.897-05:002010-11-11T17:26:00.897-05:00@Rameer,
Now that Kanye-gate is over, I'd lik...@Rameer,<br /><br />Now that Kanye-gate is over, I'd like to address your question by asking you one. Do you think men only become selfless when they're in love? I find that I've dated men who were not very thoughtful while we dated, then after we broke up and they became involved with another woman they were in love with, their behavior changed. Do you agree, or is selflessness/selfishness a general quality in a man?Courtneynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-71498583029494222982010-11-11T17:19:46.360-05:002010-11-11T17:19:46.360-05:00@Stef,
I'm not trying to "win." It&...@Stef,<br /><br />I'm not trying to "win." It's a simple discussion. There are no winners...just differences of opinion.<br /><br />I have to say, I was never much of an Oprah watcher, but her season HAS been great so far. She does a good show, can't deny her that. I appreciate her hustle. I missed the Joe Jackson part of the interview, but I can imagine how that must've been based off the promos. Not sure I'm gonna watch the Color Purple Reunion, but maybe I will since I know that is my baby Brooke's fav movie of all time :)The Cable Guynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-60077181060117592632010-11-11T17:13:29.490-05:002010-11-11T17:13:29.490-05:00And Cable Guy wins! LOL!!
Seriously though, I'...And Cable Guy wins! LOL!!<br /><br />Seriously though, I'm not a huge Kanye fan, but I do like some of his music. He IS extra, but this latest thing with Matt Lauer was messed up. Matt comes across as a know-it-all, and it makes him seem like an asshole. I know Yolanda loves him, but I can only take but so much of him.<br /><br />Color Purple Reunion??!! Monday??! Yaay!!! Oprah rocks! Her season this year is KILLER!Stefnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-58684114843607544662010-11-11T17:08:54.320-05:002010-11-11T17:08:54.320-05:00@Rameer,
LMAO!! Yes, it IS dope!
I didn't wa...@Rameer,<br /><br />LMAO!! Yes, it IS dope!<br /><br />I didn't want to agree with you on that so as not to appear too deep on Team Kanye! LMAO!!<br /><br />Always good discussion on the blog. None of it's personal.<br /><br />@Brooke,<br /><br />you're quiet sweetie :) LOL!<br /><br />Oh, and I gave Brooke an extra free modem for her laptop - does that qualify me as not one of these selfish cats you all encounter? :)The Cable Guynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-26249950065385282982010-11-11T17:06:38.186-05:002010-11-11T17:06:38.186-05:00Um...
Did I mention that new Kanye album is kinda...Um...<br /><br />Did I mention that new Kanye album is kinda dope??Rameer The Circumstancenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-68651284902675964262010-11-11T17:02:59.162-05:002010-11-11T17:02:59.162-05:00you both were actually arguing your points, you to...you both were actually arguing your points, you too Dmoe. <br /><br />I didn't see you both as totally agreeing, but that's just me. Not that you have to, it's a blog where we can express our views freely. <br /><br />Good discussion today though!Courtneynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-53835204263165900852010-11-11T17:00:57.340-05:002010-11-11T17:00:57.340-05:00I'm not "arguing" anything...again, ...I'm not "arguing" anything...again, stating your opnion as fact. You keep responding with YOUR points, so are you "arguing" too? We're simply giving our points of view. So please, spare me.<br /><br />If you change your mind about the bridge, I'll have Matt Lauer put in on the market for me so you can buy it.The Cable Guynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-25327544620941058392010-11-11T16:57:23.925-05:002010-11-11T16:57:23.925-05:00Ok man...The funny thing is, your still "argu...Ok man...The funny thing is, your still "arguing" these points, and I'm not. <br /><br />We actually agree. <br /><br />You say "tomato", I say "spaghetti". <br /><br />Kum ba yah playa...Kum. Ba. Ya, and I dont want no damn bridge in Brooklyn. Please stop trying to sell me one.<br /><br />DDMoehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15121073476554198739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-57626174428056860752010-11-11T16:53:37.830-05:002010-11-11T16:53:37.830-05:00An oil spill happening miles below the surface is ...An oil spill happening miles below the surface is A LOT different than actually seeing with your own eyes (in a fuckin plane ABOVE the disaster) people literally crying out for help and DYING in the street. These are PEOPLE. He didn't land. He didn't say "get those people out NOW!" He watched. For 5 days. At least when Obama saw shit wasn't working, he responded as fast as he could. There's no way Obama would watch people drown...I'm sure of it.<br /><br />But, if you believe it was "protocol" and that THAT was the reason he didn't respond...again, there's a Bridge in Brooklyn I want to sell you.The Cable Guynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-46533164232063607072010-11-11T16:48:15.956-05:002010-11-11T16:48:15.956-05:00I remember that Wolf Blitzer comment. Unfuckinbeli...I remember that Wolf Blitzer comment. Unfuckinbelievable.<br /><br />And I agree Cable Guy...the President can override all that shit if he sees people DYING. He wasn't worried about starting wars without any explanation. He invaded Iraq at will. He was a balls out president who did what the f*ck he wanted to do. So why does he need "permission" to intercede in Katrina? It's easy to say what you could've or should've done, but like Rameer said...he's had a history LONG before Katrina of showing us that he doesn't care about black or poor people.Jaynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-33841995655819830382010-11-11T16:47:43.572-05:002010-11-11T16:47:43.572-05:00Unfortunately Cable guy...
There are those among ...Unfortunately Cable guy...<br /><br />There are those among us who must stick to "protocol" instead of doing what's necessary, needed and warranted exactly when the time comes. <br /><br />That failure can certainly be shared, but I'll say Bush should have got people's azzes in motion and made the move to my city MUCH faster. After all, your the president. <br /><br />Meanwhile, President Obama's response to the Gulf oil spill was widely criticized as too slow also. Obama saw that this/that failed and stepped in, but it wasn't immediate either. <br /><br />Should our president be blamed for that one? I don't think so. <br /><br />As for the aid to other countries, I certainly agree with that one. the funny thing is sending money overseas has less red-tape than sending it south of the Mason-Dixon line. That's a problem.<br /><br />DMoeDMoehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15121073476554198739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-40797637152903496972010-11-11T16:46:25.742-05:002010-11-11T16:46:25.742-05:00Cable Boo...I'm not arguing with you about Bus...Cable Boo...I'm not arguing with you about Bush's love/hate of black people...well, he loves Condi but that's neither here nor there. I was just making the point about what people say under the pressure of live TV. Sometimes you say stuff you wish you could take back. If given the chance though, I think Kanye would say that AGAIN though. And I think he will have another random meltdown about something else. It's part of his schtick and the reason I read his tweets every day. I think Kanye is a very bruised man though. When your Mother dies and you think it's your fault... there's a wound there.Yolandahttp://www.witchesbrewonline.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-12234578689636171492010-11-11T16:43:45.773-05:002010-11-11T16:43:45.773-05:00Yolanda is SO right about Oprah. She's been KI...Yolanda is SO right about Oprah. She's been KILLIN IT lately.<br /><br />"I'm surprised to see you HERE" she said to Joe Jackson...awww shucks! She asked him about beating Michael, all of that. He did look like he wanted to Ike Turner her...(kinda like how Deebo is doing me :-)<br /><br />She's going to have The Color Purple Reunion on her show on Monday. I'm ALL OVER THAT!!!<br /><br />"you told Harpo to beat me!"Brookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02584160320846679744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-60967966914514258432010-11-11T16:41:47.690-05:002010-11-11T16:41:47.690-05:00And if Obama let people drown for days while the m...And if Obama let people drown for days while the mayor and governor did nothing, I'd blame his ass too!<br /><br />@Yolanda,<br /><br />You're my boo, and yes, Kanye can be way extra...but he tells the truth. Bush DOESN'T care about black people and Beyonce's video WAS better than Taylor Swift's! LOL! Yes, he may need to be more "media trained" (since all of you seem to be "media people" on this blog) but he tells it straight. He says what most of us think, maybe just not in "media speak."The Cable Guynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4984100112542285026.post-84922533307984718992010-11-11T16:36:05.796-05:002010-11-11T16:36:05.796-05:00-Oprah is going balls to the wall this season. Sh...-Oprah is going balls to the wall this season. She had Joe Jackson looking like he was finna whup HER arse!<br /><br />-Speaking of Katrina... do y'all remember this one from Wolf Blitzer: "those people are so poor and so black"?<br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Sfo32rlkiE<br /><br />Live TV will burn you every time! I'm sure there are a lot of people who've said things on live TV and wish they could take them back. That being said, Kanye is waaay to extra. While his "diva" antics are quite funny, he knows TV...at this point, he should know why "TV people" do what they do. He even got pissed when MTV played the audio of his "Runaway" mini-movie while he was giving an interview to Sway. He needs a PR/media training class.Yolandahttp://www.witchesbrewonline.comnoreply@blogger.com