Back in the house.
Girl,
Shanequa’s been driving double shifts lately to bank a few extra hours for Christmas. Now that I have a day to myself, you’ve got a few answers and posts before I have my nails done.
My sister’s coming from Atlanta with her family for Thanksgiving! Whoo!
Shan’
Vote for Rebecca, too!
THE OAKBOOK
POLITICS
Op-Ed: Stop the Leaks
No More Boarded Windows (V Smoothe)
Even as the nation enters a period of deep cuts in consumer spending, it is time for Oakland to think seriously about retail recruitment. This is a vital, and often overlooked piece of what is needed to build a healthier and more successful future for our city. Many neighborhoods lack grocery stores, banks, and other basics. On a city-wide basis, Oakland loses many millions of dollars every year, due to the lack of retail success in our city – Oakland residents spend over $1 billion a year in other locations. Read More
Vote YES
Just a reminder to vote tomorrow… (and not just for my BF Mr. Obama)
Vote yes on VV: Keep AC Transit rolling
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Voters in Alameda and Contra Costa counties are being asked to approve a $48-a-year parcel tax to avoid fare increases and service cuts for the nation’s largest bus-only transit system.
This tax increase (which would generate about $14 million a year) is necessary because of rising fuel costs and a reduction in state funding, according to AC Transit officials. Read More
Halloween
Chil’
The night was crazy. Shan’ had some recovering to do. Worked a double, the went to LeRoy’s party in my best Oprah outfit ever!
Saturday was a day of rest if you know what I mean.
Shan’
Halloween
Girl, people have been coming to me with their problems for years, and now I’m going to publish my advice.
What better day to start than Halloween, 2008?
Shan