Celebrating Life

Ruby Dee was amazing to me. She was a cornerstone of black entertainment and activism as well as one of few women I've witnessed in my life become more and more beautiful as she aged. At 91, she left us last week, off to be with the love of her life, Ossie Davis, whom she was married to for over 50 years. 50 years! I must say that this death is not one that spawned a spirit of sadness for me. My first thought? I'm so happy she and Ossie are finally together again. So rest well, Ruby. Tell Ossie we said hello.

I'd also like to wish a very happy Father's Day to the fathers out there, particularly the one riding shotgun with me. We have our moments - oh believe me, we have our moments LOL - but when its all said and done, he's always got my back and I've always got his. Despite all we've been through, both collectively and individually, we never lose sight of our objective, which is to be the best co-parents possible for the midgets and in that regard, we work very well together. So today I shout him out in hopes that he'll know how much I appreciate him as my parental copilot. Cheers to you, Sir, and enjoy your day.

In other news, Im writing again. Where's the parade? #IJS