Articles posted on Oct 2, 2009

 
RIPPED & READY (PART XXVII)
 
The following morning, moms sent me to the store to pick a few items for breakfast.  Antwon asked if he could ride along and I didn't want him to, however, you can't be dogging family like that -- especially since he was here visiting from out of town.  I reluctantly agreed to let him come along for the ride.  My mama gave me the eye of approval as we were passing her, headed out the front door.
"Marco, I know you are probably uncomfortable hanging around with me," Antwon says. 
I was too ashamed to admit it, so I lied. "Naw, dude, it ain't that it’s just that....well....look at what you got on dude.  I mean to each his own, but it’s hard enough being a black man, let alone being a gay one and here you are walking around, dressing damn near like a ...

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G.

 
RIPPED & READY (PART XXVI)
 
After dinner, all everyone wanted to do was get some rest.  D'Andre went home to look after his moms, since his pops would be working a double shift.  Collin had to handle some business with Tootchie because, a woman has her needs (she had been extremely patient it was time to give up the wood).  Danita and Antwon roomed together (thank God).  Me, well, I was happy to finally have my own island to myself (I love my boys, but too much togetherness ain't good for anybody). 
I had gotten cozy comfy lying on my side, and found a decent show on TV called "Lincoln Heights".  I loved looking at positive shows about African American people -- it wasn't sugary coated either, it depicted real every day struggles.  The father on the show was a tall, chocolate, drink of water (you ...