I wake up on Sunday morning and get my coffee and watch Meet The Press. That show made me care about what was going on in the world of politics, and its host, Tim Russert, provided me with a view that I came to rely on. It often left me cheering for Tim, because he seemed so straight forward and shot from the hip…I enjoyed his curious banter and intellect which helped me learn something new every Sunday.

So imagine my sadness as I walked into my home this afternoon and turned on my television and am inundated with the news that Tim has passed away. In my shock, I sat on the couch and stared at the images on my television. I have jokingly called him “Uncle Tim” to my friends and family members, since I don’t think I’ve missed a MTP for a couple of years. People know not to interrupt me on Sunday mornings between 9 and 10am because I am watching Uncle Tim.

Like him or not, he was truly committed to politics and journalism. He always did his research, and seemed to thrive on reading and acquiring knowledge. My prayers go out to his family, especially his son, Luke, who he spoke of often and who must be completely devastated at losing his father, and perhaps, friend this close to Father’s Day.

Yeah, Yeah, Yeah…we finna set it off in here today!

::singing::

“I wanna be down, with what you’re going through…” Check out the Queen’s flow…TIGHT!!!

Brandy - I Wanna Be Down
video credit: originally uploaded to YouTube on November 24, 2006 by drae615

Now, before the boobs and the craziness ensued, here she is…just a beautiful voice…this is one of my top 10 favorite songs ever…

Mariah Carey - Anytime You Need A Friend
Uploaded by thifop

I play this song when I’m angry…GET LOUD!!!

Kelis - Caught Out There
video credit: originally uploaded to YouTube on September 15, 2006 by billydeeuk

All Hail the Queen…

Mary J. Blige - My Life
video credit: originally uploaded to YouTube on February 16, 2007 by newgirlfriend

Finally, an absolutely brilliant performance…”But you…you’re not allowed; you’re uninvited…an unfortunate slight…”

Alanis Morissette - Uninvited
video credit: originally uploaded to YouTube on January 26, 2006 by crystaltearsvampire

OK, I got a little carried away…sue me…