WOULD YOU LEAVE YOUR CHILD IN THE OVEN? STOP LEAVING YOUR CHILDREN IN THE CAR! SLOW DOWN. Nothing is that important to leave your baby/child in the car. In some places, the heat index can reach up to 120 degrees. It takes only TEN minutes for a car to reach dangerous temperatures. Even in the morning, the temperature in a car can reach 109 degrees. During the hottest hours of the day, between 12 pm and 3 pm, temperatures can rise up to 130 degrees. Check out this chart below.
Tuesday, July 29, 2014
WOULD YOU LEAVE YOUR CHILD IN THE OVEN? STOP LEAVING YOUR CHILDREN IN THE CAR! SLOW DOWN. Nothing is that important to leave your baby/child in the car. In some places, the heat index can reach up to 120 degrees. It takes only TEN minutes for a car to reach dangerous temperatures. Even in the morning, the temperature in a car can reach 109 degrees. During the hottest hours of the day, between 12 pm and 3 pm, temperatures can rise up to 130 degrees. Check out this chart below.
Monday, July 28, 2014
I am simply amazed. You know I love anything that varies from the norm. Music education in schools matters and Dame is a perfect example of the tremendous impact of that education. This morning, I ran across Dame Escobar and he trapped me in an hypnotic glaze with the strokes of his violin. At only 27 years old, he has snagged an Emmy, twice. His R&B mixtape, Sensual Melodies, has scored over 200,000 downloads since its release. He is definitely making his presence know to everyone.

This Jamaica Queens musician released a new single entitled,"Freedom". It's an uptempo, passionate song that makes you want to get up and dance! Its currently available on ITunes. Peep the video below.
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| Dame Escobar featured on a NYC Time Square Billboard this past June. |
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Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Shaundrie Follows God...Not Man
Now let me clarify that I am a Christian. I believe that Jesus died for my sins, was resurrected on the third day and is with God as I type! Furthermore, I believe that God gives you free will to make choices in your life. God preordain that man would have free-will, the ability and responsibility to choose to obey Him (cf. Josh. 24:14-19). Leviticus 18:22 clearly states, "You shall not lie with a male as with a woman; it is an abomination." Following God means that you WILL follow HIS Word. Its up to you to make the CORRECT CHOICE.
Now, lets discuss "choices". Choices were given at the beginning of time in the Garden of Eden. Eve CHOSE to disobey God and eat of the forbidden fruit (cf. Gen. 3:1-6). Your decisions in life are solely based on YOUR MORAL COMPASS. However, there will always be consequences for your actions. Just as Adam and Eve were kicked out of the Garden of Eden, you also will reap what you sow (cf. Galatians 6:6-8). Only YOU will be held accountable for those actions. Therefore, I will not judge (see previous post).
Now, God can give you free will....who is man to tell you how to live?
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The statement that disturbed me the most is at the 2:40 mark. Father Johnathan Morris said, "....take the principles to influence politics...to influence culture...to influence work place with the values that you believe in." I do not know if your values are God's values. History has taught us that not every man of the cloth is of God. I will not follow your principles and values.
Pastor John MacArthur, of Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California, clarified this perfectly with his sermon, "The Foolishness of God, Part 1". He said, "You don't need human wisdom. You don't need human philosophy. You need the word of God. If you know the word of God and you understand the word of God, you know the reason for everything. You understand what you need to know and you have solutions to your problems. You see there are only two views of anything, man's and God's. And this is how man's goes. Indulgent, shallow, short-sided, unrealistic, pandering to the flesh, elevating desires, supporting pride, advocating independence. Makes man the center. And who wants it?"
Furthermore, forcing a man's hand to do anything will make him hate it or flee away from it. So by
Sunday, May 6, 2012
Shaundrie Cares...Michael Ealy Does Too...
On Saturday afternoon a very interesting tweet scrolled through my timeline." I am hosting the 2nd annual Lustgarten Foudation NYC Pancreatic Cancer Walk at Hudson River Park tmrw May 6th." via @MichaelEaly. Now, most should be familiar with this handsome, but humble, crystal blue eyed actor. He has starred in such films as Barbershop & Barbershop 2, Sleeper Cell, Takers, Miracle at St. Anna and Think Like a Man. He is currently enjoying a successful ride as "Think Like a Man" has been the NUMBER ONE film for two weeks. His performance also caused a barrage of marriage and indecent proposals on twitter! Lol. Promoting his new television series "Common Law" which will premiere on USA this Friday, Mr. Ealy is a busy individual. Most celebrities rarely take time from their busy schedules to promote and host such a beneficial cause. So when I read the tweet, I thought, "How noble of him!" Then instantly, a thousand other questions began to formulate in my thinking space.
As a science teacher, a familiarity with pancreatic cancer is within me. However, I have so many other questions. What causes the disease? Are there any symptoms? Who gets pancreatic cancer? How is it diagnosed? Is it preventable or treatable? With so many questions, there was only one answer. GOOGLE.
I abhor not having a complete understanding of any scientific matter. Being the nerd that I am, researching this disease was a MUST!
According to WebMD, "Pancreatic cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancerous) cells form in the tissues of the pancreas. The pancreas is a gland located behind the stomach and in front of the spine. The pancreas produces digestive juices and hormones that regulate blood sugar. Cells called exocrine pancreas cells produce the digestive juices, while cells called endocrine pancreas cells produce the hormones." This organ is also the sight of diabetes, which is known to plague the African American community at an ALARMING RATE! But, health disparities within the African American community is another blog in itself.
Symptoms of pancreatic cancer include jaundice, pain localized to the location of the pancreas, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, loss of appetite and depression. Have you noticed that depression is linked to numerous diseases as a symptom? Hmmm, could that be a dissertation topic?! Anyways, its diagnosed by physical examinations and other special exams like CT scans, MRIs, and biopsy. Some of these tests can be pretty invasive. There are various treatments for pancreatic cancer, including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. As I continued to read, I stumbled upon heartbreaking news. The American Cancer Society reports that only about 23% of patients with cancer of the exocrine pancreas are still living one year after diagnosis. Only about 4% are still living five years after being diagnosed. Which ensures me that early detection is the key to survival. Being aware of changes within your body, eating healthy, exercising and seeing a physician regularly is ESSENTIAL for good health. For more information on pancreatic cancer please visit www.curepc.org.
I am extremely grateful for celebrities that use their voices to make a positive impact on the world. He inspired me to research the disease; which inspired me to author this blog. By sharing this information, maybe someone will benefit as well. I wish more celebrities would comprehend the profound impact they have on society and make a difference as well! Michael Ealy, Ms. Jones gives you an "A+" for your work today.
Check out some pictures I saw on twitter today!! Thank you for sharing your pictures on Twitter: @AceLadyMcQueen @kgot_it @SteffUghhKnee and @MichaelEaly
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Shaundrie wants to know.... WHY ARE YOU FIGHTING?!?!?
“I’m not here to be a role model. Being a role model is the parent's responsibility”, said by many celebrities. Well, the reality of the situation is that YOU ARE a role model. Children admire and aspire to be JUST LIKE YOU! According to the Annie E.Casey Foundation, forty percent of households in 2010 were single parent homes. Some parents maybe working more than one job per day. That means, at some point that child may be left at home ALONE. Television programming does the job of babysitters and it occupies their minds. However instead of producing beneficial, education or comical program we are subjected to this:
And this:
Which has caused this:
And this:
This nonsense has spill into our society. These networks are teaching our children that violence is the only way to solve problems. This scripted programming is becoming a detriment to our society, period. At one point fighting was not even allowed on television, unless in movies or fictional programming. It did not truly appear until the Jerry Spinger era. Even then most children were attending school during its time slot.
So whose to blame for the brainwashing of our society and the embracing of violence? Parents? Television writers and producers? It is the parents responsibility to ensure their kids do not have access to these shows. However, it is also the television networks responsibility to provide quality programming to encourage positive behaviors. If you want to show violence in this nature, it needs to be shown after hours or on premium networks (I.e. HBO, SKINMAX…). I will bet against the house that the producers are not allowing their children to watch those shows and neither should you.
Well, what happens when the parents themselves do not know any better?
It takes a village to raise a child. Sometimes, we have to love our neighbors as thyself. We have to embrace other children as if they were our own. We have to set positive examples for our peers giving them the desire to do better. A true woman of virtue will work or attend school, take care of her home and family. She has no time for drama and cattiness. She is focused on achieving her goals and inspiring others to be successful. She has no time for jealousy for, SHE IS HER OWN COMPETITION. If she has a problem with you, she will deal with it in a mature fashion and ABSOLVE the problem. We have to ensure that they understand that this is reality television but not REAL LIFE. WOMEN DO NOT behave as these chicks
You are WORTH much more than that!
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
SUPPORT PRESIDENT OBAMA'S DRILLING BAN
This is an environmental disaster. According to the www.dailydeadbird.com 957 birds, 387 sea turtles, and 47 mammals have died. This does not include the 800 others that have been recovered drenched in oil. Furthermore, our food chain is in the process of a slow demise. Plankton is the primary producer that initiates the aquatic food chain. If the phytoplankton and zooplankton are killed, larger organisms will begin to die off as well. These organisms are vital to the ecosystem’s survival!
The gulf region is also suffering a damaging blow to it’s economy. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has closed 86,985 square miles -- about 36 percent of the Gulf's federal waters -- to fishing. Fishermen are out of work; trying to obtain positions with BP. Our local seafood plants are shutting down daily. This is a huge devastating blow to the gulf seafood industry! Patrons have stopped coming to the beach in fear that their trips will be invaded by gooey tar balls or chocolate mousse textured oil washing upon the shore.
With all this occurring President Obama placed a six month ban on all offshore drilling. However, on June 22, 2010, a federal judge blocked the six-month federal moratorium on deepwater drilling in the Gulf of Mexico. Several dozen plaintiffs had sued the Obama administration, arguing the ban would create long-term economic harm to their businesses (via cnn.com). This disturbs me very deeply. ExxonMobil, Chevron, ConocoPhillips and the American arms of BP and Royal Dutch Shell — testified before a subpanel of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. They all presented carbon copied oil-spill response plans filled with incorrect information regarding the Gulf of Mexico’s plants and animals. They are not prepared to handle another disaster and are no better prepared to deal with a major oil spill than BP! Offshore drilling does not need to continue until this crisis is solved!
'The president strongly believes, as the Department of Interior and Department of Justice argued yesterday, that continuing to drill at these depths without knowing what happened is - does not make any sense and puts the safety of those involved, potentially puts safety of those on the rigs, and the safety of the environment and the Gulf at a danger that the president does not believe we can afford right now," - Robert Gibbs, White House spokesman.
Please support President Obama’s attempt to protect our environment, families and way of life!
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Monday, January 25, 2010
Shaundrie's Serious...Are YOU!??!
Don “Moose” Lewis has created an All White Basketball league in Atlanta. Lewis is filled with the false reality that basketball is tainted and has drifted away from “fundamental” style preferred and played by white Americans. In its place, “street ball” played by “people of color” have engulfed the game. "There's nothing hatred about what we're doing," Lewis said in a statement. "I don't hate anyone of color." He stated that it is bringing back a certain “nostalgia type” entertainment. Dictionary.com defines nostalgia as, “a wistful desire to return in thought or in fact to a former time in one's life....” So what he is saying is that he wants the ability to segregate America the way it once was? He wants to start this in the Southeastern portion of the United States where slavery and segregation was most severe. He will not be starting it in Mobile, Alabama…not in 2010 he won’t. Not here…we have come too far to go backwards.
It saddens me, because my mother talks often about having to enter the back door of a restaurant. My grandmother had to sit at the back of the bus and wait for hours at the doctor's office while being sick because the white patients were treated first. My mother remembers the integration of white high schools and hospitals. This is a very sensitive and painful subject for people that have experienced it and are continuing to experience it. It is disturbing that in 2010, people still have the sense that they deserve some type of entitlement and priority over everyone and everything. You can’t always be first.
Monday, January 18, 2010
Shaundrie's Mind - Unlike Many
" A man who won't die for something is not fit to live" - Martin Luther King
Saturday, December 12, 2009
JUST SASSY....SHAUNDRIE
Aqua cowl neck jumper, 28 GBP
DSQUARED2 72LA211 DARK DENIM COTTON -, 234 GBP
Jeweled-Heel Leather Ankle Boots, $205
FENDI 8BR511 BLACK LEATHER BORSA, $2,529
Wildfire women's turquoise stone black leather belt, $140
Leader R50473-SD685 Denim Jeans, 160 GBP
Cesare Paciotti - 855T (Logo) - Accessories, $110
Brown raw edge leather satchel, 80 GBP
Timberland Men's SmartWool® Barn Sock, $21
For Men Sweaters Abercrombie&Fitch 5123
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Jay-Z Sues Tea House for Ripping 'Umbrella'
Does Jay-Z even know where Mobile, Alabama is located? He has never come here for a concert.
Jay-Z Sues Tea House for Ripping 'Umbrella'
Wondering Why on Wednesday
I don't condone and nor I am concerned with Tiger Woods actions. HE violated the seventh COMMANDMENT, "Thou shalt not commit adultery..." Exodus 20:14. It is ONLY GOD'S job to judge him and only he can truly punish him 4 his actions! We live in a judgmental society of supposedly "die-hard" Christians. However, they fail to live by one of the great bible verses, "Judge not, for ye will be judged..." Luke 6:37. Furthermore, in this country, you're guilty until proven innocent & when proven innocent...you are still guilty. I wouldn't have told y'all a flicker flying freaking thing about my personal life.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Tackling Difficult Tasks Tactically and Tastefully
It has been confirmed that there is a problem with the United States educational system. Often the teachers are placed at fault for this failure; although I feel that the problem is more profound than that. At the present time, I believe there is a gap between the delivery of educational material and assessment of mastery. During a teacher’s entire matriculation in college, they are taught that each student learns differently. Furthermore, there is a belief that if the Differentiated Instruction method is incorporated into the pedagogy then low level students will reach the same mastery level of regular or advance students. If students with disabilities are to reach higher general curriculum standards, they need to learn in classrooms where they can both access the general curriculum, and reap the benefits of high expectations (Good, 2001; Kolb & Jussim, 1994; Lee & Smith, 1999; Rosenthal & Jacobson, 1968). How can this be accomplished with a student who has the Intelligence quotient (IQ) score of 60 in a general education class? If this student can only read on a third (3rd) grade level and write on a fifth (5th) grade level, how can I assess him on the same level as a gifted student with the IQ of 140? Brian McGarvey and his colleagues (1997) found that teachers were trying to apply the principles of differentiation in their classrooms. However, many teachers needed help incorporating a variety of different instructional skills. Teachers faced many obstacles, including difficulty in planning lessons and in adapting their teaching methods to allow for differentiation.
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Talking With Shaundrie, it's as simple as that!
If they want to leave, let them go....
madea
In life you have to know when to say when. Too often we attempt to make things work only causing ourselves more pain in the end. You must first love yourself in order for someone to truly love you. Honestly, you have to love yourself more than you love that person. If you do not, you can destroy everything you have built for yourself, chasing something never meant to be. You have to decide who you love more….them or you. Madea gives perfect relationship advice. I know this clip is old but the advice is everlasting.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Share moments, share laughs with Shaundrie.
WTF was he thinking? Did he really think he was going to dance on this treadmill? Did you see his shoes....this really made my night!
Friday, September 25, 2009
Monday, September 21, 2009
Talking with Shaundrie, there's no better way.
Why are people enticing and perpetuating hate? It’s not like our country has a rosy picture perfect race relation past. At a time when there is the ability to heal open wounds, people are pouring alcohol onto them. I understand that there are some people that harbor hate in their heart that the GOOD LORD couldn’t remove. However, do not spread your hate and create situations that can stimulate a racially segregated environment. We have evolved a long way…but taking one step forward and having someone push us three steps backwards will not allow us to progress as a country. We are all Americans; we all bleed red, inhale O2 and have beating hearts. Stop building a hateful climate and country. People have lost their lives in an attempt to destroy the boundaries and hate you are trying to re-cultivate.

When racism is brought to anyone’s attention, one will be immediately accused of playing the “race card.” However, do you actually know what the playing the “race card” really means? Playing the “race card” means capitalizing on an opportunity through race. Simply, identifying perceived racial bias isn’t playing the race card. If we are unable to identify what’s wrong, how can we repair it to make it right? We cannot blame every black and white incident on President Obama’s America. There were incidents long before he obtained office; therefore he can’t be held accountable.
So, you have a president that doesn’t look like you. It feels weird to be on the other side doesn’t it? However, President Obama is half-white and half-black. He has just as much of you in him as he does me. You may not agree with his position on policies or his genuine desire to aid people in need; however you must respect his position. HE IS THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.
From Kids on Bus to Kanye West: Race Rules All in Obama's America
Music with Shaundrie - enjoy the difference.
Maxwell
Right now, I am absolutely enamored with Maxwell. He's music is the epitome of sexiness, sophistication and soul. Maxwell has been in the music game since 1996. His debut album was entitled, "Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite" and is my favorite album of all. BLACKsummers'night is his current project that was released this past summer. I love this particular album for its musicality, as well as, its sensuality. Currently, my favorite title from this album is, "Bad Habit." His falsetto is hypnotically soothing; furthermore, the horns and drums make you groove involuntary. This song is so passionate…here are a few of the lyrics:
"This is the highest cost,
Take you and make you off
Love you and leave you lost
Will you forgive me?
Asked out all over town
Drags you and keeps you down
Two times in a day around
Will you forgive me?
[Verse 1:]
I can't control the feeling
Girl cause I know you're here
I feel you from the floor to the ceiling
Girl, I'll feel you when you comb your hair
Lady, when we lock it low (ah, ah)
We get together, it's an overdose
I'm slippin', I'm here, I'm on my knees
I feels my heart's about to explode"
Check out the video below:
If you have the opportunity to see Maxwell while he is currently on tour, you should definitely take advantage of it! During the Essence Music Festival this summer, Maxwell put on an outstanding performance that left us wanting more and feeling well...ummm excited.
"Ooh I can just make you understand,
that love is not a fairytale in a melody,
if you want it you can have it girl,
maybe you will see maybe you will see" - Maxwell
Thursday, September 17, 2009
I love pink! I think it makes you look very feminine and sexy. Check out my look of the week!
7 For All Mankind Mid Rise Bootcut Jeans, Mercer, W26/L34, 165 GBP
Floral Satin Blouse, $20
CLAUDIA PEEP TOES, 499 GBP
Marc by Marc Jacobs Tate oversized tote bag, $190
Miso Crystal Sunglasses, 20 GBP


















