Something Tells Me

Something tells me that when the pain gets too tough,
There is something you may have to give up.
Something tells me when it gets too much to bare,
Look around and see who will be there.
Something tells me that when you're being dragged down,
You may have to be quiet and not make a sound.
Something tells me when your emotions are crazy,
Good things are on the horizon that you may not see.
Something tells me that when a situation leaves you unsure,
You may have to leave it alone for strain not to endure.
Something tells me that confusion is apart of life,
And when things look bleek to continue to fight.
Something tells me things happen for a reason,
It may be the time, or it may be the season.
Something tells me that this isn't what I planned,
But it's not up to me so i'll put it in God's hands.
Something tells me that I may still be doing too much,
While dragging down others and becoming a crutch.
Something tells me that all the love inside of me yerns,
There are still so many things I must have to learn.
Something tells me that when people read this they won't know what to think,
Just remember that the chains in my armour are not all linked.
Something tells me though that it will all work out just fine,
It would not have come this far to dim my shine.
It's the holiday season and maybe that's the blue,
For up until this point it had been shiny as new.
I hope it for my mom also and my family,
Without them there would be no loving me.
For 2010 is sure to be a better year,
At least I hope, I sure do need more cheers.

Daily Word

This was taken from Our Daily Bread for today's word:
"There are times when difficult circumstances or personal loss can cause us to feel that Christ has been stolen from our Christmas. How can we find Jesus when life seems to be working against us?"
Isn't that enough said. If I didn't get ANY gifts, presents, or any monetary gain from this Christmas, all I ask is that Jesus spread His love upon me (and my people), and that I am able to gain back some serenity and prosperity in my life. All I want for Christmas this year is Christ Jesus.

Are you ready?

Well well well. It looks as if we will certainly have a Pacquiao/Mayweather showdown as expected. It is apparent that Mayweather has agreed to the deal and that several venues are already expressing interest, including the billion dollar stadium of the Dallas Cowboys, headed by Jerry Jones. They say the date is set for March 3rd or May 1st. I would figure May would be better for Pacquiao but being the tornado that he is, who is to say. This will be one for the ages, one that I will HAVE to see live. One that may help bring boxing back to the fore front, at least for the time being. I can't wait for this one.
Also, Bernard Hopkins was set to fight Roy Jones, Jr. in March also (don't ask me why). Now, Roy Jones went overseas and got destroyed in the 1st round by a European (or something). Now, his chances with Hopkins have died and Hopkins actually fights tonight. Very weird. For one, why would Hopkins and Jones wait until NOW to do a rematch. Fans have been waiting for that for over a decade, but not NOW. Not with a diminished has-been like Roy Jones and Hopkins whose fights can bore you to tears (not including his last destruction of Kelly Pavlik, which was a masterpiece if I do say so myself). In any case, there is no interest there and apparently they were set to fight on PPV, which would have been self-promoted because I don't think HBO or Showtime was going to pick up that fight. Who would pay for it anyway.

And, Allen Iverson is set to join his former and 1st love in the Philadelphia 76ers. What?? I mean, I understand the Sixers are in a new state of mind since they let Iverson go initially. But to come back to it after all that says a lot. They haven't lived up to whatever plans they had 3 or 4 years ago and it seems that Iverson's services are needed in the city of brotherly love. It would only be a one year contract but I guess they could at least use him for that time. After that we will see what other teams interests MIGHT be and if he would ever concede to playing a role for a team that may need him in more of a limited duty than he's used to. I have my own reservations on Allen Iverson and have certainly been disappointed by his recent antics and comments. A player at the stage he is in now should be willing to accept a role at least to try and win a championship if nothing else. It may be hard for him knowing that he is still probably better than a nice percentage of guards in the league, but IS HE STILL. We may need to find out if he is truly diminished and if his health can hold him up for a full season anymore. No question about his talent, his heart, his courage, and all the necessities for him to be considered one of the greatest guards of all-time (i'll reserve comment on that one). But, there have been so many players, in so many different arenas, who have accepted and sacrificed for the sake of winning a ring. If this is Allen Iverson's last stand, he needs to grow up as a player and see everything in its proper perspective. Even if Iverson isn't fully diminished, I think it has been proven that no team will win with him as the focal point. Not the Iverson that wants to win scoring titles every year, doesn't trust his teammates, won't pass the ball in a big spot, and has to hoist up 30 shots every game. That Iverson will not LEAD a team to a title. Not anymore.