At A Moments Notice...

You know, when I first started blogging my intent was to write something fantastic everyday. I wanted this section of my website to be one of my main venting outlets, the one place I could let it all hang loose. But writing everyday can be a pain in the ass. As a quote-un-quote writer I'm not supposed to say that. I'm supposed to write everyday or, so they say. But in case if you haven't figured it out, and you need a little help, Christopher David is a rebel. I prefer to write when I feel like writing because that's when I find I write my best shit. The shit my heart won't let me cover up. The shit that includes words like shit. I'm not one of those writers that write for grace; I'm a writer that believes in revealing the true inner workings of the human experience. The shit that can't be spelled checked.

Speaking of writing, I'm On My Way has kept a brotha busy. This month (though my where I be calendar doesn't reflect it [one day I swear I'ma get this website thing together]) a brotha has been hella busy! So busy that I haven't been able to keep up with a lot of things, including some of my favorite web-blogs (sorry peeps). What have I been up to you ask? Well, let's catch up...

On Saturday February 7th, 2004 I did a signing at Euphoria Cafe & Lounge, where friends J.T., Rodney, and Troy of Across the Hudson Productions kicked off their weekly party The Heat. Not only was the place filled with some of New York's and New Jersey's finest, it did my heart good to learn Euphoria's was co-owned by a beautiful vicacious black woman appropriately named Sparkle, who had a personality as big and as warm as her heart! Her presence along with the successful signing made the evening that much more memorable.

On Thursday February 12th, 2004, I had the good fortune to spend an evening with Allen Payne of Jason's Lyric fame and about 200 or so excited teenagers and adults as we gathered at the Tito Puente Educational Complex for An Evening of Elegance. The event was the inauguration of Allen's Give Back Awards which honored teens who were resolving personal problems that had plagued them, leaders who demonstrated superior leadership qualities, and positive teens who were driven to achieve high levels of excellence. My job was to prepare a speech commending them on their successes while at the same time encouraging them to continue to follow their dreams. The night was an overwhelming success and I was extremely thankful I was able to take part in it.

On Saturday February 14th - 15th, 2004, I was in Valley Forge Pennslyvania for the 10th Anniversary of Winter Explosion. Can I just take a moment and say wow? The organizors of Winter Explosion must be commended for putting together one ole' extraordinary event! The weekend appropriately entitled Reflect, Rejoice, Rejuvenate managed to bring 800 same gender loving men & women together for a weekend filled with top notch activities including an exclusive powerhouse concert that included such noted artists as Regina Bell, Vesta, Tony Terry, & Alyson Williams who sung the house down! The event also included a series of workshops such as, Sexual Healing: It's Time To Do You and theMeet the Author Series, where yours truly discussed every thing from my current novel to finding and keeping the love of your life.

On Monday February 16th, 2004 I participated in the gotnathan? brunch series MIMOSA with founders Kevin R. Scott and Nathan Scott (no relation) . Hmmm...how can one describe a mid-day chat with a group of successful brothers looking for love? Exciting! I never grow tired of hearing my brothers speak about the things they need to take a would-be relationship to the next level. We need more forums like this.

On Thursday February 19th, 2004 I found myself back in the peach state to celebrate the 50th Wedding Anniversary of my parents. After planning the event right down to the very littlest of details, it was up to my siblings and I to ensure all of our hard work did not end up in vain. So from the very moment my plane landed I was running, and on that Friday evening when the entire family and an estimated 125 guests arrived at The Cupola I think we each officially realized just how important it was for us to do this for our parents. Having survived the last 50 years together, taking up residences in both New York City and Georgia, raising 6 children, and co-parenting 12 grandchildren and still managing to look like a million bucks is a feat worth celebrating. The next morning as my plane prepared for lift-off I realized how much I loved my parents and how happy I was to be called their son.

On Sunday February 22nd, 2004 I had the good fortune of spending an evening with the Queen of Comedy Harmonica Sunbeam (pictured above) at her weekly Sunday Tea Dance @ Club Escuelita. I need to stop here for a moment and get mushy...Harmonica is more than just a good spirit, more than a wonderful spirit, she is what I yearn to be, an incredible gifted spirit! After reading my book the Diva contacted me and asked that I do a signing at the club. Of course I agreed, but never in my wildest dreams did I think I would recieve the royal treatment from one of our communities brightest stars! She made me feel as if we'd known each other forever and opened her stage to me to do my thang, while simultaneously bigging up my work. But the biggest honor of all came when she retrieved her copy of I'm On My Way and began reading my words with the same intensity as I had written them. That my friends is support. The type of shit I go up for. The type of shit that will lead a brother to tears. In truth I have always been a fan, now, I'm a friend. And what a lucky fellow I am.

On Tuesday February 24th, 2004 I spent time at The Door, New York City's premier youth development agency that offers unique and highly effective programs for young people ages 12-21. Nedra Deadwyler one of the counselors there invited me to speak to thier newly established book club "The Bookhouse". Around 28 students showed up and pounded me with questions regarding character development, plot and the world of self-publishing. But the majority of the questions arose once it was discovered I was the CEO of my own corporation Christopher David, Inc. Needless to say my street-team is just about covered. On a side note, this was my second event of the month where the focus was on young minds and I must say I love these venues because it allows me the opportunity to really encourage the leaders of tomorrow. You would be surprised to learn just how many teenagers need encouragement, and how willing they are to listen to someone carving their own path (hint, hint: volunteer). I always walk away from these events feeling inspired from the inside out.

Tonight, Wednesday February 25th, 2004 I will be signing copies of my novel at Stonewall during their weekly mixer Uncut hosted by Mickey & J-Sin which is sure to be a good time. And on Sunday February 29th, 2004 I will be signing copies of my novel in Hackensack New Jersey at The Stealth, hosted by friends Alex & Terry from 6pm - 9pm, and partying the rest of the night with the fellas of Glow.

Whew! February has been one ole' month, and a brother is tired! But you know what, I wouldn't change a thing. I am finally doing what I love, and loving what I'm doing. The two have finally met and fallen in love. Let's hope it's a long happy prosperous marriage!

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