What is the truth? That blacks in America are poor? That racial inequality and racism are rampant? That hurricanes know no color? We should scream that in the ear of someone who really cares. And while I'm delighted that someone spoke the "truth", it saddens me that it took an entertainer to do so. What happened to the leaders? What happened to those we look up to in the community? Fcuk this sh!t. We're all frustated, obviously. When Arabs donate billions to the US and it turns around and spends all its money invading Arabs. It is frustrating. But remember that those in power, wherever they are, identify with each other and help each other. Whether the culprit is a Tsunami, Katrina or a mis-guided missile from a B-52, the results are the same. Poor people die. It's just the nature of the beast. That's why poor people breed as they do, I guess. To replace those lost to man made natural disasters. Help when you can and where you can. Then move on. On a brighter note, William Rehnquist died of cancer yesterday. About the only good news I've heard in weeks. I now sleep just a little better knowing that all the money he made will never buy back his soul.

Oh that's just great! Not only do you have to pay through the nose to fill up, you might just catch HIV. I think it's time to get a Metro pass.

^^^ Not a problem. And welcome to SOL.

Originally posted by Bishaaro: I just hope he's not hired to virtually assassin me. I need you on this site, still. Will assassinate you when I'm done with you.

Originally posted by young_gal: anyways i dont like em cos what they doin is xaraam How's that, young_gal? Tell me, please, how what they're is doing is haraam? Google away. I need at least two (2) different articles. You have 24 hours.

^^ Was it that bad, Bishaaro? I mean come on, if everyone knows what playas are like, why do women still fall for that doo doo?

Originally posted by Khayr: If you mean Intellectual means such as Emperical evidence which modern science relies on as the MAIN Source of Knowledge, then you are wrong b/c Wisdom is gained from the 'HIGHER' through REVELATION and not through our Hubris, our Self-serving mechanisms and thoughts. How can someone with the views above be engaged in anything that is remotely scientific? Socod Badne, kabuhu yayna kaa dhamaan. Meeshan cidina cid ma maqlaysee.

Originally posted by x_quizit: Zeph or 7? Zephen. Death by chocolate or hanging?

Night Shift The Commodores I can love you Mary J. Blige

Originally posted by 7 0f Nine: ^ Dont flatter yourself dude. I didnt take u at 25...I wont be taking u at 75. Ouch. Good decision. Them chinese have that no-a$$-at-all disease.

Originally posted by raula: PS: Please help our somali families and anyone you can in that region. I had a friend who just escaped Katrina-however her and her new family has lost everything in NO. Do you know where they have evacuated to? The Somali family, I mean.

Originally posted by sheherazade: What can't be denied is that the winds have turned the US onto its back and its underbelly is poor and black. This statement sums it up. It took an act of nature, as violent as it was, to show how little progress has been made since the 60's (in some areas). In a way, I'm glad NO is done. The poor blacks will have to start elsewhere and there is no way they will live like that again. Katrina will be dubya's demise. Sheherazade, you are loved by me.

Originally posted by Khaalid: Where are the WHITE people in this disaster? They drove out on Saturday and Sunday. And if there were any white people left, the response would be overwhelming.

Originally posted by Ceebla: Castro, is the music thing coming along or you forget about it. Oh it's coming, Ceebla. Due to bandwidth restrictions, however, it my not be on SOL. I'm not sure. Once I get it up and running, I'll approach SOL managment again. Not to mention Baashi sent me only one song. Not much of a list, see.

Originally posted by Cawo: ^^^ Yes, I agree…but Drugs such as marijuana and cocaine are Haram. Maybe this Article will help you clear the clouds. Another article-in-your-face sister. Cawo, come on. Buubto has that title already. All of these googled articles mean nothing. If you want the source, read from the scriptures. Don't define your beliefs on anonymously posted articles on the web.

Originally posted by Brown: Fat or skinny women? With enough JD, he will not care.

Originally posted by Kashafa: Do the Khat-Chewers understand the concept of shame ? There's a stage which addicts reach where shame, responsibility, duty and other normal life give-and-takes become meaningless. You can shame a Faarax into giving up frequent visits to the red light district in Hargeisa but you can't shame an addict into giving up the pipe. An addict must be asking for help and only then would rehab, if even available, would work. Everything else is an exercise in futility.

Originally posted by Socod_badne: Women and a bottle of Jack Daniels. Now that's what I'm talking about right there.

What motivates me now? My kids do (and fear of wifey). Before having kids, it was my addiction to ever greater levels of adrenaline.

^^^ Indeed. It's called the Haddad Syndrome dear. A devestating affliction whose poor victims in the latter stages end up signing everything off with "gugu gaga". I shall keep you in my prayers as there is no known cure.

Originally posted by shyhem: Dubya and his cronies are not really responding as quick as is necessary You ain't lyin, Shyhem. That SOB flew his air force one at 2000 ft over the flooded area. As if those down below needed any more misery than a 747 swooping down this low with blaring engines. What a moron for the ages.

Originally posted by Femme Fatale: I don't think crack cocaine was specifically mentioned by name in the Quran either. But we both know its haram dont we, Castro ? No, we don't. Femme, very, very, few things in life are haraam. Some things are bad for you but that doesn't make them haraam. Think about that for a moment.

Originally posted by 7 0f Nine: Castro , why not invite Jama to SOL to give us a brief history of 'How Somalis evolved on the net'. It would be interesting to know which were the 1st sites and what their contents where. I wouldn't be shocked if Jama did have an account here. It may just be dormant. 7, you just want to dig up old dirt, don't you? Well, you're young enough to be around when I pass away and my memoirs are released. Be patient. CG, the longevity and importance of Jama's career should be an inspiration to all of us. As for hooking you up with a job, can you ride a lawn mower?

Louisianans have closer ties with Texans than they do with Nebraskans. It's very likely many will end up moving to Texas. Either way, this is beyond tragic. In summer 2001, a small tropical storm hit Galveston and Houston and caused enough flooding to disrupt people's lives for years. New Orleans is done.

Rule #1 in BF's guide: Make sure to get introduced to all friends of your girlfriend. You may have to jump ship, quick! P.S. And with this post, Boredom is history.