FOLLOW UP ON HEROXL'S POST

Your words were well said, brother Mike.   I couldn't have said better myself. 

 In the past year,  I, like plenty of others, have seen a drastic turn in terms of the sentiments shared on this board.  I've seen divisions and outbursts (admittedly, and shamefully, I'd been part of a couple) that, to me, defeats the purpose and spirit of this board, which of all the others on OH is unique in at it appeals to a certain sensiblity: ours as a people. 


When we first decided to try hosting a Meet and Greet here in NYC, the hope was to come together, meet each other (some for the first time, for there are tons of you I've never met face-to-face, for example), and have some fun.  Those goals still exist, but in talking to Mike (pleasure to finally meet you, bro), I've come to realize that there is a need to re-establish the viability of this board.  Maybe the M & G does it.  Maybe it doesn't.  But, its worth a try. 

Having said that, as Mike said, yes, there is a chance of "drama" ensuing.  That is the nature of gatherings of people in that not everyone is going to get along.  However, YOU don't have to be part of it.   I invite everyone to our city to meet others, share stories/experiences and, frankly, to have fun.   This city offers so many things to do for those who have never been here; I urge you to take advantage while you're here. 

To echo Mike's sentiments:

"WILL THERE BE DRAMA?
possibly.
DO YOU HAVE TO BE A PART OF IT?
NOT... AT... ALL!!!"

***the brothers strike back***the brothers strike back***the brothers strike back***the brothers strike back!!!***

I'll be happy if ya'll just leave the cameras at home!! 

Damn cameras . . . people walking around uploading pictures "real time" . . . SMILE!!  Hell naw!!  I don't wanna . . . 

Okay, Terri.

Just for you, we'll put a disclaimer: "Leave the daggone cameras at home...what happens at a Meet and Greet STAYS at a Meet and Greet". 

Thank you D!!

I'm not worried about what happens at the M&G.  I'm usually oblivious to the drama, I just hate taking pictures. 

Actually, Terri, I know the feeling about picture taking.  I always had issues with my looks, always having been the biggest and blackest in my family and all.  Thus, I seldom took pics.  To this day, its still something I sometimes struggle with.  Some are like made for the camera.  Me? I got a face for radio and non-picture books. lol

Well, tell the front desk of the hotel that if someone named Rozario is requesting a room let them know she's a TERROIST! LMFAO

Hey you I will see you there but you know a sista needs to be reminded